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Voters Reject Supreme Court’s Decision to Overturn Roe v. Wade

As we all heard last week, the Supreme Court handed down its 6-3 decision in Dobbs v. Jackson, overturning the constitutionally-protected right to abortion and 50 years of precedent. This decision will have a wide-ranging impact on millions of pregnant people, who may now have to make costly trips out of state for essential, life-saving healthcare. Many will be unable to access abortion and reproductive care entirely. New Data for Progress polling conducted shortly after the Supreme Court decision was released finds that voters strongly oppose the court’s decision to overturn Roe v. Wade.

Voters oppose the decision to overturn the constitutionally protected right to an abortion by a -20-point margin. This includes Democrats by a -67-point margin and Independents by a -23-point margin.

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Additionally, this decision has shaken voters’ confidence for the future of our country, as Justice Clarence Thomas wrote in his concurring opinion that the Court should reconsider protections for contraception, same-sex relationships, and same-sex marriage. Voters oppose the court overturning these decisions by a +45-point margin.

More than half of voters (54 percent) believe future generations will have fewer rights than the current generation. Strikingly, we find that 67 percent of Democrats and 57 percent of Independents believe future generations will have fewer rights, a scathing indictment of the Supreme Court’s attacks on personal freedoms and the direction our country is taking.

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It’s all trash. We don’t really have a funny spin on it, tbh. But you can read the full polling analysis here ([link removed]) .

Here are some other highlights from DFP this week:

West Virginia Coal Barons Try To Burn EPA For Money

SCOTUS fundamentally reshaped the way the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulates air pollution and took a big chunk out of the Biden Administration’s authority to tackle climate change. The plaintiffs — 19 Republican attorneys general coal barons working alongside two coal companies — argue that the EPA does not have the authority to regulate power plant emissions and this authority shouldinstead be granted to Congress ([link removed]) .

New polling ([link removed]) conducted by Data for Progress and Evergreen Action finds that 60 percent of voters believe the EPA should be allowed to regulate air pollution that contributes to climate change, including 80 percent of Democrats and 60 percent of Independents.

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As if SCOTUS hadn’t destroyed enough overturning Roe. Read the full polling analysis here ([link removed]) .

Do Not Sing ‘God Bless America’ On The Same Day That Roe is Overturned

It should have been front page news: a bipartisan group of 20 senators announced ([link removed]) that they had reached an agreement on a safety and gun-related policy package. Led by Republican Senator J*hn C*rnyn and Democratic Sen. Chris Murphy, this package includes provisions for mental health resources, support for victims of domestic violence, and funding for school safety, in addition to other gun-related policies.

Voters support the bipartisan gun safety bill by a +48-point margin, including Democrats by a +81-point margin, Independents by a +48-point margin, and Republicans by a +13-point margin.

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It’s not a bill that goes far enough — not even close. But it will save lives. Read the full polling analysis here ([link removed]) .
They Just Don’t Coup Like They Used To

The Jan. 6 hearings have been almost as good as RHOA lately when it comes to offering truly gripping television. Whether it’s finding out Trump tried to grab the steering wheel from Secret Service (remember when that would have been front page news?!) or hearing that Rudy Guiliani was gleefully anticipating the proud boys, it is truly amazing that we are still shocked by the Tr*mp Administration. But it turns out it’s not just us — it might be making an impact with voters, too.

New polling ([link removed]) from Data for Progress finds that a slim majority of voters (51 percent) believe Trump Republicans’ efforts to contest the 2020 election, including the Jan. 6 attack, were an attempt to claim and hold power and overturn the will of the people. That’s not even close to what it should be (thirty-seven percent of voters believe the fraudulent election claims that were touted ([link removed]) by Trump and Trump Republicans — THIRTY SEVEN!) but it’s a start. And it’s also notable that Independents say that Congressional Republicans who lie about the 2020 election being stolen cannot be trusted to uphold the will of the people:

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Read the full polling analysis here ([link removed]) .

This Week(s) From DFP:

Memo: A Blueprint for “Regulatory Democracy”: Empowering the Public in the Design and Implementation of New Safeguards ([link removed])

National Poll: The High Road on Wealth and Job Creation: Americans Want Less Smokestack Chasing, More Local Entrepreneurial Ecosystem Support ([link removed])

National Poll: Analyzing the Issues That Motivate Voters ([link removed])

Georgia Poll: Georgia Voters Want the State’s Department of Labor to Take Stronger Action to Protect Workers ([link removed])

Washington State Poll: Washington Voters Want to Decriminalize Drug Possession and Fund Substance Abuse Resources ([link removed])

Blog: Democrats Must Act on Prescription Drug Reform — And Voters Agree ([link removed])

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Business Insider:Poll: 70% of Voters Support Banning Lawmakers From Trading Stocks - Business Insider ([link removed])

Politico:Biden officials to keep private the names of hospitals where patients contracted Covid ([link removed])

Bloomberg Law:Transgender Advocates Worry Texas 'Abuse' Policy May Spread ([link removed])

The Atlantic:America Is In The ‘figure It Out Yourself’ Era Of The Pandemic ([link removed])

Fortune:Supreme Court’s next major ruling could severely limit the power of the EPA ([link removed])

Bloomberg Law:Abortion Ruling Leaves ‘No Magic Bullet’ as HHS Mulls Options ([link removed])

Newsweek:Trump Threatens Mitch McConnell Over Gun Bill: 'Final Straw' ([link removed])

Slow Boring:Some practical advice for making a difference in the new abortion fight ([link removed])

Houston Chronicle:Opinion: Roe v. Wade is dead, and Democrats need to finally send their anti-choice members packing ([link removed])

Pennsylvania Capital Star:Who runs Harrisburg? You or the corporate elite? | Opinion ([link removed])

The Message:Wash me with your rainbows, I’m here for it. But… ([link removed])

The Gander:Roe Is Dead. Michiganders Are Devastated. Republicans Are Celebrating. ([link removed])

Motor1:Toyota Tops List Of Corporate Donors To Anti-LGBTQ+ Politicians ([link removed])

CNET:Toyota, GM Listed as Pride Sponsors That Donate to Anti-LGBTQ Campaigns ([link removed])

The Washington Monthly:Limitations of Statute ([link removed])

In These Times:New York Progressives and Socialists Are Hoping to Turn Legislative Setbacks Into Electoral Electricity ([link removed])

Truthout:Most Voters Say Supreme Court Shouldn't Bar EPA From Regulating Air Pollution ([link removed])

Truthout:Most Voters Say Supreme Court Shouldn’t Bar EPA From Regulating Air Pollution ([link removed])

Marijuana Moment:Washington State Activists Call Off Drug Decriminalization Ballot Effort Even As New Poll Shows Voter Support ([link removed])

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Dems Deliver

Clearly, the Supreme Court is going through their feral girl summer. But, instead of just taking five tequila shots and hitting up the guy who would literally not care if you got hit by an 18-wheeler like the rest of us, they decided to put all of that unhinged energy into destroying the fabric of our society. W. T. F.

Maybe hot girl summer was simply too powerful. Alito and Thomas saw the power that we possess and decided to give people guns and take away our rights before we manifested every Supreme Court seat to a liberal justice. Fine, check mate.

But they don’t know that it’s also plot girl summer and we are absolutely plotting. But before we can send all of the stolen Supreme Court seats back to the QAnon Parlor thread where they belong, Dems are are plotting to improve infrastructure.

One of the projects in the multi-billion-dollar Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (remember that??) will help secure efficient and safe navigation and marine commerce in New Haven Harbor, Connecticut. $63 million in funds will go to the New Haven Harbor Deepening Project, which will help jump start design efforts and lead to construction completion and deepen and widen channels to create a maneuvering area and turning basin. Super sexy stuff, we know. But it is important! You can learn more about the proposal here ([link removed]) .

No doubt, everything is a mess right now. Guns have more rights than reproductive systems. We’re about one insurrection away from The Handmaid’s Tale: Live! But New Haven Harbor, never forget: the Democrats have your back on dredging projects.

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Your ~ Political Horoscope ~ for July

Ya. We’re really doing this. No, CoStar is not enough. Here you go kiddos:

Aries: You may find yourself butting heads with authority figures this month, Aries. It's time to stand up for what you believe in and fight for what's right. The political landscape is shifting, and you need to be ready to adapt.

Taurus: You're usually quite content to stay out of the political fray, Taurus. But this month, you may find yourself drawn into the discussion. Don't be afraid to voice your opinions. You have valid points to contribute.

Gemini: Gossip and rumors are swirling this month, Gemini. Be careful what you believe, and don't spread false information. Stick to the facts and stay level-headed in the midst of the chaos.

Cancer: Cancer, you're usually quite compassionate and caring. But this month, you may find yourself getting angry about the state of the world. Don't bottle up your feelings. Express yourself in a constructive way.

Leo: Leo, you're a natural leader. This month, you may find yourself being called upon to take charge and stand up for what you believe in. Don't shy away from the spotlight. You have the courage to make a difference.

Virgo: Virgo, you're usually quite practical and level-headed. But this month, you may find yourself getting caught up in the emotion of the situation. Don't be afraid to express your feelings. They are valid and warranted.

Libra: Libra, you're usually quite balanced and fair-minded. But this month, you may find yourself taking sides in the political debate. Don't be afraid to speak your mind. You have valid points to contribute.

Scorpio: Scorpio, you're usually quite intense and passionate. But this month, you may find yourself getting angry about the state of the world. Don't bottle up your feelings. Express yourself in a constructive way.

Sagittarius: Sagittarius, you're usually quite optimistic. But this month, you may find yourself getting worried about the state of the world. Don't let the news get you down. There is still hope for the future.

Capricorn: Capricorn, you're usually quite practical and level-headed. But this month, you may find yourself getting caught up in the emotion of the situation. Don't be afraid to express your feelings. They are valid and warranted.

Aquarius: Aquarius, you're usually quite independent. But this month, you may find yourself getting involved in the political debate. Don't be afraid to speak your mind. You have valid points to contribute.

Pisces: Pisces, you're usually quite compassionate and caring. But this month, you may find yourself getting angry about the state of the world. Don't bottle up your feelings. Express yourself in a constructive way.
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