Amanda Ford, DFA Advocacy Fund · [email protected]

July 2, 2023 at 6:00 PM

Tell YouTube: Stop running ads alongside climate change denial videos!

In 2021, Google promised to stop monetizing YouTube videos that promote the denial of climate change. So why is it still happening? John, In 2021, Google promised to stop running ads on YouTube alongside content that denies the facts and causes of climate change. But recently t…

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  Amanda Ford, DFA Advocacy Fund · [email protected]

July 1, 2023 at 6:33 PM

Protect women’s essential reproductive rights!!

Overturning Roe v. Wade was not enough. Now the Republicans have their sights on a nationwide abortion ban. John, It’s almost amazing how brazen the anti-abortion Republicans have become. Overturning Roe v. Wade was not enough. Now they are seeking to control women’s reproductiv…

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  Amanda Ford, DFA Advocacy Fund · [email protected]

June 30, 2023 at 10:33 PM

Tell the Senate: Don’t make flying less safe!

Kyrsten Sinema accepted hundreds of thousands of dollars from corporate airlines. Now she’s siding with them on reducing requirements for new pilot training. John, Senator Kyrsten Sinema’s ties to the airline industry include $200,000 in contributions - - $54,000 in 2022 alone. …

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  DFA Advocacy Fund · [email protected]

June 29, 2023 at 4:20 PM

The Michigan race for U.S. Senate

As Michigan seeks a dynamic force to champion its aspirations and rewrite its future, we must call on Michael Moore to embrace the challenge and unleash his transformative potential in a race for the U.S. Senate. John, at Democracy for America, we have always believed in the power…

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  Amanda Ford, DFA Advocacy Fund · [email protected]

June 28, 2023 at 6:50 PM

The true costs of Republicans sacrificing our future

For months, Republicans have played with our nation's economy, using it as a pawn to advance their own agenda at the expense of hardworking families. John, For far too long, we have witnessed a political charade where Republicans have held our nation's economy hostage under the p…

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  Amanda Ford, DFA Advocacy Fund · [email protected]

June 27, 2023 at 5:45 PM

You’re invited: Voter Choice = Voter Voice Town Hall

You don't want to miss this event! John, None of us are happy with the current state of our democracy. We have been in a long, enduring fight to save democracy and elect people who genuinely represent the entire country. We want elected officials who share in our efforts to tack…

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  Amanda Ford, DFA Advocacy Fund · [email protected]

June 26, 2023 at 7:49 PM

Stop anti-union delay tactics and corporate refusals to negotiate

Most Americans approve of labor unions, but only 12% of workers belong to one. The Protecting the Right to Organize (PRO) Act will close loopholes and require corporations to negotiate. John, The majority of Americans -- 65% -- approve of labor unions. So why do only 12% of Amer…

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  Amanda Ford, DFA Advocacy Fund · [email protected]

June 25, 2023 at 6:12 PM

Join the movement to ensure that LGBTQ+ individuals have a seat at the table where decisions that impact their lives are made

By advocating for representation, eliminating bias, inspiring future generations, and promoting social progress, we can create a more inclusive and equitable legal system. John, In recent years, significant strides have been made in promoting equality and inclusivity for LGBTQ+ i…

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  Amanda Ford, DFA Advocacy Fund · [email protected]

June 24, 2023 at 5:23 PM

Kevin McCarthy’s commission

Congress must refuse to cooperate with McCarthy's closed-door commission so we can uphold the integrity of Social Security and Medicare. John, We are facing a critical threat to the future of Social Security and Medicare, as House Speaker Kevin McCarthy plans to establish a secre…

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  Amanda Ford, DFA Advocacy Fund · [email protected]

June 23, 2023 at 6:57 PM

Which corporations belong in the Hall of Shame? Vote!

This is your chance to hold corporations accountable for abuses of power and crimes against human rights and the environment. Vote in the Corporate Hall of Shame! John, Yes, it’s that time of year again: Time to vote for the nation’s worst offenders to be inducted into the Corpor…

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  Amanda Ford, DFA Advocacy Fund · [email protected]

June 21, 2023 at 8:39 PM

Plans to Privatize the Post Office Need Public Debate.

Postmaster General Louis DeJoy persists in his plans to destroy the U.S. Postal Service. We need public hearings to allow for input and debate. John, Louis DeJoy is still at it, boldly implementing his plans to wreck the U.S. Postal Service in order to privatize it. He openly br…

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  Amanda Ford, DFA Advocacy Fund · [email protected]

June 20, 2023 at 11:15 PM

YouTube's decision undermines its credURL:ibility and its commitment to combating misinformation.

Join the fight for truth and integrity as we confront YouTube's dangerous and irresponsible decision to allow the spread of election misinformation, demanding an immediate reversal and the restoration of their commitment to combating falsehoods. John, Despite the incontrovertible…

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  Amanda Ford, DFA Advocacy Fund · [email protected]

June 17, 2023 at 6:19 PM

Call on Congress to pass the Equality Act

The Equality Act is a landmark piece of legislation that would finally guarantee equal rights for LGBTQ+ people in all areas of life. John, We must ask ourselves: In America, should the civil liberties and human rights of the LGBTQ+ community be subject to questioning, debate, or…

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  Amanda Ford, DFA Advocacy Fund · [email protected]

June 16, 2023 at 6:24 PM

Don't let DeSantis get away with human rights abuses.

Human rights abuses committed by Governors Greg Abbott of Texas and Ron DeSantis of Florida against migrants raise serious concerns and demand a thorough investigation. John, From enticing and manipulating migrants with false promises of employment and housing opportunities to mi…

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  Cori Bush, via DFA Advocacy Fund · [email protected]

June 15, 2023 at 10:25 PM

As a Black woman in Congress, I work in a building built by our ancestors who were enslaved.

Justice means reparations. John, As a Black woman in Congress, I work in a building built by our ancestors who were enslaved. I serve in an institution where past members of Congress enslaved Black people, near the White House where past presidents traded and enslaved Black peop…

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  Amanda Ford, DFA Advocacy Fund · [email protected]

June 14, 2023 at 9:47 PM

The United States must lead in refugee resettlement

As we mark World Refugee Day, let us not merely celebrate our past as a welcoming nation, but actively work towards a future where our actions align with our values. John, Climate change, military conflicts, and human rights abuses are driving people from their homes in numbers n…

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  Amanda Ford, DFA Advocacy Fund · [email protected]

June 13, 2023 at 9:09 PM

The Biden Administration must safeguard child workers from corporate exploitation

This widespread assault on the rights and safety of child workers threatens to push the U.S. back into the exploitative labor practices of the past. John, Historically, societies had a dark relationship with child labor and through hard-fought battles, gradually transitioned from…

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  Amanda Ford, DFA Advocacy Fund · [email protected]

June 10, 2023 at 5:49 PM

Tell State Legislatures: Ban the Sale of Assault Weapons

Nearly twenty years after the federal assault weapons ban expired, we must depend on state legislatures to prohibit the sale and manufacture of these uniquely dangerous guns. John, In the lethal arsenal of currently legal firearms in the United States, semiautomatic assault weapo…

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  Amanda Ford, DFA Advocacy Fund · [email protected]

June 9, 2023 at 8:18 PM

Tell Your Governor: Lead the Fight to Ban Book Bans Now!

The freedom to read is essential for freedom of thought. Tell your Governor, it’s time to Ban the Book Bans. John, They’ve gone too far. During the first half of the 2022-2023 school year, there have been more than 1,477 book bans in public schools and libraries, affecting at le…

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  Amanda Ford, DFA Advocacy Fund · [email protected]

June 8, 2023 at 8:43 PM

Make it as easy to cancel a subscription as it was to subscribe.

Click to Cancel: If you can sign up for something in one click, you have to be able to cancel it in one click too. John, Imagine a world where it was as easy to get out of a subscription as it was to get into it... The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) wants to make it happen, and …

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  Amanda Ford, DFA Advocacy Fund · [email protected]

June 7, 2023 at 10:15 PM

Protect and expand abortion rights at the state level

Abortion rights have sufficient support to be enshrined in a majority of state constitutions. We need to make it happen. John, The Supreme Court has overturned Roe v. Wade, but the fight over the constitutionality of women’s reproductive rights has just begun. Until a nationwide…

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  Amanda Ford, DFA Advocacy Fund · [email protected]

June 5, 2023 at 3:21 PM

Take a stand for ethics and integrity in our political system

Help make the ETHICS Act becomes more than just a bill, but a reality, for the betterment of our democratic process and the future of our nation John, The line separating the activities of public service and private gain has been gradually blurred, creating a worrying conflict of…

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  Amanda Ford, DFA Advocacy Fund · [email protected]

June 4, 2023 at 10:15 PM

The Supreme Court is no longer accountable to the people. We need to change that

The Supreme Court is not a fair and impartial institution. We need to expand the Court to restore balance and justice John, While every democratic institution plays a significant role in upholding the principles of justice, equality, and fairness, the Supreme Court is of the most…

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  Amanda Ford, DFA Advocacy Fund · [email protected]

June 3, 2023 at 6:44 PM

150,000 new cigarette addicts a year, 8 million deaths.

The costs incurred by Big Tobacco are paid by the people, the governments, and the world ecology. It’s time to make Big Tobacco pay! John, As the first treaty negotiated under the World Health Organization (WHO), the Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (FCTC) has been ratifie…

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  Amanda Ford, DFA Advocacy Fund · [email protected]

June 2, 2023 at 7:45 PM

Stop book bans: Defend students’ right to read

New state laws have led to more books banned from classrooms and libraries -- especially targeting People of Color and LGBTQ+ John, During the first half of the 2022-2023 school year, there have been more than 1,477 instances of books being removed from school classrooms and libr…

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  Amanda Ford, DFA Advocacy Fund · [email protected]

June 1, 2023 at 10:41 PM

Over 85 million underinsured -- We can end this national tragedy.

In the U.S., we spend twice as much on healthcare as comparable countries, yet over 85 million people are either uninsured or underinsured. The solution is Medicare for All. John, It’s hard to believe that in a country with the enormous resources of the United States, still over …

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  Amanda Ford, DFA Advocacy Fund · [email protected]

May 31, 2023 at 7:24 PM

Repeal the Comstock Act Now! It was repressive in 1873.

The Comstock Act was passed in 1873 to limit access to any materials having to do with sex, contraception, or abortion. Republicans are using it today. John, As anti-choice forces continue to gather momentum, one of the strongest weapons in their arsenal is a 150-year-old law kno…

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  Team DFA · [email protected]

May 30, 2023 at 10:37 PM

The movie screen and the ballot box: A proposal for increasing voter turnout.

Imagine a world where movie theaters become more than just a place for entertainment. With secure ballot drop boxes at every theater, we can rewrite the script of democracy, making it easier and more accessible for all to vote. John, our friends at HollywoodDemocrats.com are w…

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May 28, 2023 at 5:37 PM

A new arena for Dwyane Wade: The U.S. Senate

Dwyane Wade, the time is now! Florida needs your leadership and voice to champion progress. The best way to make a difference is to run for the Senate! John, we wanted to give you a chance to take part in this special drive to recruit celebrity NBA All-Star Dwyane Wade for U…

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  Amanda Ford, DFA Advocacy Fund · [email protected]

May 27, 2023 at 8:07 PM

This is not the path to a prosperous and equitable future.

The United States debt ceiling is not just an abstract concept tied to fiscal policy -- it is a real and tangible determinant of the lives of millions of people and the health of the global economy. John, With the threat of default looming, uncertainty will impact every corner of…

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  Amanda Ford, DFA Advocacy Fund · [email protected]

May 26, 2023 at 8:06 PM

Put an end to the political manipulation of our national debt ceiling.

President Biden must invoke the 14th Amendment to fulfill the nation's financial obligations and prevent a potentially devastating fiscal disaster. John, With our nation's economy being pushed to the brink by House Republicans, it is time to do away with the debt ceiling, a relic…

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  Rashida Tlaib via Democracy for America · [email protected]

May 25, 2023 at 8:05 PM

Become a grassroots co-sponsor of my resolution recognizing Palestinians’ human rights.

When we stay silent, injustice thrives. John, please see the important message from Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib below and then please sign on to the campaign here. John, Every year on May 15, Palestinians commemorate the day of the Nakba (Arabic for “catastrophe”). This year ma…

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  Amanda Ford, DFA Advocacy Fund · [email protected]

May 24, 2023 at 5:56 PM

Changing Gun Laws put Students’ Lives at Risk

Despite opposition, pro-gun groups are pushing for laws requiring colleges to allow handguns on campus. John, The vast majority of the over 4,400 colleges and universities in the U.S. prohibit students, faculty, and visitors from carrying concealed handguns on campus, and on-camp…

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  Amanda Ford, DFA Advocacy Fund · [email protected]

May 23, 2023 at 8:27 PM

Support Rashida Tlaib’s resolution to recognize Palestinian rights.

75 years ago, nearly 800,000 Palestinians were displaced or killed in a violent ethnic cleansing. Today the U.S. must recognize this tragedy and support Palestinian rights. John, It has been 75 years since the Nakba (“catastrophe”) in May, 1948, when militias destroyed hundreds o…

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  Amanda Ford, DFA Advocacy Fund · [email protected]

May 22, 2023 at 9:50 PM

Trader Joe’s: Worker-friendly – until you organize, that is.

Trader Joe’s has a reputation for a worker-friendly atmosphere. So why are they retaliating against union organizers and refusing to negotiate in good faith? John, Like workers at Starbucks who recently won their first union elections, workers at Trader Joe’s are joining a new su…

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  Amanda Ford, DFA Advocacy Fund · [email protected]

May 21, 2023 at 8:04 PM

Make our electoral system more transparent and straightforward, the candidate who gets the most votes wins.

Imagine a world where every American's vote held equal weight, regardless of their geography -- a world where the President of the United States is elected by the national popular vote, echoing the true voice of the American majority. John, Our democracy is the cornerstone of our…

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  Amanda Ford, DFA Advocacy Fund · [email protected]

May 20, 2023 at 5:16 PM

Scripting justice

In an era where streaming giants are reaping billions, the storytellers behind our beloved shows are fighting for their fair share -- and we have the power to tip the scales in their favor. John, In the world of entertainment, where stories breathe life into our screens and capti…

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  Amanda Ford, DFA Advocacy Fund · [email protected]

May 19, 2023 at 6:56 PM

President Biden must fire Louis DeJoy

In the face of a crisis threatening one of our most trusted democratic institutions, the United States Postal Service, it's time for each of us to step forward and urge President Biden to take decisive action. John, American democracy thrives on checks and balances, equality, fai…

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  Amanda Ford, DFA Advocacy Fund · [email protected]

May 18, 2023 at 10:17 PM

Deplatform Fox! Demand Cable Companies -- including Comcast, Charter, Xfinity and Cox -- Take Dangerous Disinformation Off the Air Now!

Right now is the best time to convince the cable companies to stop using subscriber fees to subsidize the Fox “News” propaganda machine. John, With Tucker Carlson gone, and Fox “News” paying a $787 million settlement to Dominion Voting Services for false claims of voter fraud in …

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  Amanda Ford, DFA Advocacy Fund · [email protected]

May 17, 2023 at 8:38 PM

Tell President Biden: Fight for compassionate immigration reform.

Migrants and asylum seekers are fleeing violence and trauma at home. They deserve to be treated with dignity and respect. John, Do we meet migrants and asylum seekers on the U.S.-Mexico border with guns or blankets? Cruelty or compassion? Sending an extra 1500 troops instead of …

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  Amanda Ford, DFA Advocacy Fund · [email protected]

May 16, 2023 at 9:37 PM

President Biden: Protect over a million acres of Grand Canyon area land.

Join Tribal leaders urging President Biden to establish a new national monument, to protect the Grand Canyon area from toxic uranium mining, saving sacred lands and precious water. John, The Grand Canyon is over two hundred miles long and a mile deep. The Colorado River at the bo…

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  Amanda Ford, DFA Advocacy Fund · [email protected]

May 15, 2023 at 8:22 PM

President Biden: Protect over a million acres of Grand Canyon area land.

Join Tribal leaders urging President Biden to establish a new national monument, to protect the Grand Canyon area from toxic uranium mining, saving sacred lands and precious water. John, The power and beauty of the Grand Canyon are unmatched in the natural world. Great pinnacles …

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  Amanda Ford, DFA Advocacy Fund · [email protected]

May 14, 2023 at 5:02 PM

The Supreme Court: Beyond accountability?

If Chief Justice Roberts will not testify voluntarily about ethical lapses at the Supreme Court, the Senate Judicial Committee should subpoena him. John, As significant ethics violations of Supreme Court justices have continued to emerge in recent weeks, it has become increasing…

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  Amanda Ford, DFA Advocacy Fund · [email protected]

May 13, 2023 at 8:34 PM

Tell President Biden: Lead the Charge on Arms Control!

This year’s G7 Summit in Hiroshima is the ideal setting for President Biden to take the lead in working toward a world free from the threat of nuclear war. John, We all know, a nuclear war can never be won. Building up massive stockpiles of doomsday weapons that can never be u…

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  Amanda Ford, DFA Advocacy Fund · [email protected]

May 12, 2023 at 5:53 PM

Demand an end to the subminimum wage.

In 43 states, workers who rely on tips can legally be paid a shocking $2.13 per hour, worsening existing patterns of harassment and discrimination. John, The federal minimum wage of $7.25 per hour is low enough. Working 52 forty-hour weeks per year at this wage yields an unlivabl…

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  Amanda Ford, DFA Advocacy Fund · [email protected]

May 11, 2023 at 9:49 PM

Keep classrooms free of firearms.

After the Covenant School shooting, Tennessee lawmakers seek to increase the presence of guns on campus. This madness must stop! John, Far too often, we see a complete lack of action following a tragic school shooting. “Thoughts and prayers” has become the mantra of those who wou…

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  Amanda Ford, DFA Advocacy Fund · [email protected]

May 10, 2023 at 10:50 PM

A liar, a cheat, and a thief doesn’t belong in Congress

George Santos is a disgrace to the United States Congress and is a threat to our democracy. John, BREAKING: George Santos, the disgraced Republican member of the United States House of Representatives who represents New York's 3rd congressional district, has been indicted on fede…

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  Amanda Ford, DFA Advocacy Fund · [email protected]

May 9, 2023 at 8:40 PM

Without ethical guidelines, Clarence Thomas is off the rails.

With no applicable Code of Ethical Conduct, Supreme Court justices have too much leeway for bad judgments. It’s time to set some standards and investigate Clarence Thomas. John, The U.S. Supreme Court is facing a legitimacy crisis, and Justice Clarence Thomas is Exhibit Number 1.…

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  Amanda Ford, DFA Advocacy Fund · [email protected]

May 7, 2023 at 6:35 PM

Tell Congress: Pass the Environmental Justice For All Act

Urge Congress to pass the Environmental Justice for All Act, to protect clean water, air, and environment for all Americans. John, Clear air. Safe drinking water. A healthy environment that enriches life. These basic rights, enshrined in the Environmental Justice for All Act, a…

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  Amanda Ford, DFA Advocacy Fund · [email protected]

May 6, 2023 at 6:46 PM

Stand with AOC: Impeach Thomas

Stand with AOC in her bold call to action to introduce articles of impeachment in the House of Representatives against Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas John, There’s no doubt that Justice Clarence Thomas' repeated failure to disclose his conflicts of interest has further ero…

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