Dear Friend,

Happy Thanksgiving!

Today is often a day for family, friends, and traditions—and we also know that for many people, and especially this year, Thanksgiving is complicated. Some families are gathering; and some aren’t. Some tables are full; and some are stretched thin. Some are going to the movies, bowling, hiking, and playing games for the day; and some are navigating strained relationships, financial stress, or the pain of loved ones who have been lost or been forcibly separated.

In a year when giving thanks may feel particularly hard, we hope today brings you even a small moment of warmth, rest, or connection—in whatever form that takes for you. And also in this complicated moment, we’re holding close the power and joy of community, connection, hope, and of the movement we’ve built together at MomsRising which is now nearly 1.2 million active members strong.

Thank you.

Connecting and staying connected, and building a movement together, is how we care for one another through the ups and downs of change; and how we push back against an administration working to divide us. And yes: Here’s not only to the strength and joy of building a movement together, but also to the pies, the traditions you treasure, and the small joys that help sustain us.

*Click here to read (and share!) a Thanksgiving power and thanks post on social media to spread hope and connection that powers our movement!

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As #Trumpflation soars, [1] holiday cheer is sporting a higher price tag this year. No wonder 57% of Americans say Thanksgiving staples cost more this year: Turkey prices are up 24%, canned cranberries 45%, frozen peas 17%, and sweet potatoes a steep 37%. [2] From families in the grocery checkout line to farmers raising turkeys, Americans are feeling the squeeze. At the same time, families are bracing for additional cuts to SNAP and Medicaid due to the recent passage of Republican leadership-led bills limiting access, and the rising cost of health care, leaving many moms, dads, and grandparents scrambling to put food on the table for their children. And immigrant families, many of whom are already facing targeted attacks, are being hit especially hard.

In times like this, you, and this movement we’re building together, have never been more important or needed. We are so very grateful to be in this together, and to be working with you.

2025 has been a year when the voices of MomsRising’s nearly 1.2 million members in every state of the nation have risen to the occasion. We’ve been crunching our numbers, and I’ll give you the inside scoop on just how powerful we are:

• Right now, MomsRising is one of the most mobilized grassroots forces in our nation, with 1 of every 300 people in America now an active member of MomsRising.
• Despite the significant anti-democratic forces working to silence and intimidate, MomsRising members have been more active than ever before, taking 2,297,823 actions (and counting!) this year so far. That’s nearly double 2024. This kind of mobilization is a huge win in and of itself.
• MomsRising, and our members, have played a big role in shaping the national narrative: Overall, so far in 2025, MomsRising has sparked 1,345 traditional news media clips with a combined estimated audience reach of 1,700,000,000, including over 800 clips of our members alone and more than 175 Spanish-language clips.

With our collective power in mind, we offer you this Thanksgiving graphic to help spread hope for a brighter future.

Join me in growing power, community and change by sharing this with your friends and family by clicking here to read our post, and then sharing it on social media!

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* Click to power our movement with hope and connection this Thanksgiving. Read and share our post on social media!

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We are stronger together. In fact, history shows us that isolation can undermine democracy – and we all know the antidote to isolation is community. During challenging times, we can turn to each other and build a community – and a movement – that will be a turning point for the change we and our nation need.

I can’t tell you how much the fact that you keep rising means to me, to this movement, and to the families who are lifted by your (and our) actions together. We can’t lose track of our hope, our joy, and our admiration for one another—and remember that together, we can and do make a difference bit by bit, day by day that builds into a powerful wave.

It’s clear: When we stick together, we can build a better nation where every mom and family can access health care; where child care, food, housing, and and elder care are affordable; where paid family and medical leave is available when a new baby arrives or a serious health crisis strikes; where our immigration process balances compassion and security; where every expectant parent can get high quality, caring, and affordable maternity care; where schools are safe places of learning and belonging; where jobs are secure; where the economy is strong; and where the ONLY person wearing a crown is Lady Liberty.

* Don’t forget to read and share our Thanksgiving power and thanks post on social media!

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Thank you for being a powerful voice for families – and for being the unstoppable force our nation needs right now. The future is ours to co-create, together!

With immense gratitude,

Kristin and the entire MomsRising/MamásConPoder team

P.S. Want to support us in an additional way? Click here to make a direct end-of-year donation.

References:
[1] #END Trumpflation
[2] New report: Thanksgiving costs surge as Americans face higher grocery, travel expenses

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