Excellent op-ed from Antonio Delgado & so true to the vision he & many 2018 members ran on. Reminds of this End Citizens United pre-election video. Many inspiring/courageous leaders in that 2018 House class. Over 100 candidates signed on, but these 12 led it: youtu.be/p1KNsteVsvQ?si…

🚨 Justice Allison Riggs won her election. Now her victory—and thousands of ballots—are under threat. This isn’t just about one race. It’s a warning shot for democracy. Changing the rules after an election? That’s the authoritarian playbook. theguardian.com/us-news/2025/a…

Justice Allison Riggs won her election. Now her victory—and thousands of ballots—are under threat. This isn’t just about one race. It’s a warning shot for democracy. Changing the rules after an election? That’s the authoritarian playbook. theguardian.com/us-news/2025/a…

“It’s the most extraordinary attack on voting rights in American history. This is an attempt to destroy American democracy as we know it.” The SAVE Act would reverse 150+ years of voting protections - and open the door to mass disenfranchisement of eligible voters across the

North Carolina just scored a major win for democracy. A GOP power grab to control elections? Blocked. The court ruled it unconstitutional—keeping elections in the hands of the people, not partisan politicians. democracydocket.com/news-alerts/co…

New polling from Data for Progress highlights what voters are concerned about: ❌ Layoffs at the Social Security Administration ❌ DOGE firing government workers ❌ Tariffs on nearly all imports These actions are unpopular, even among swing voters. The stakes are high, and the

Jefferson Griffin and NC Republicans tried to undermine democracy, but voters won. After months of baseless challenges, Griffin conceded — a win for North Carolina and election integrity. democrats.org/news/icymi-dis…

Trump’s takeover of the Library of Congress threatens congressional independence and democracy. Lawmakers are pushing back to protect checks and balances. apnews.com/article/donald…

The GOP is pushing to end mail ballot grace periods, meaning ballots postmarked on time but arriving late could be rejected. This threatens to silence thousands of voters, especially in rural and underserved communities. Every vote must count.

We’re not just watching Trump test the Constitution. We’re watching if the Supreme Court will let him tear it up. theguardian.com/us-news/2025/j…

Another court stops Trump’s attack on voting rights, blocking his plan to require proof of citizenship and toss mail ballots. A win for voters and our democracy. democracydocket.com/news-alerts/ju…

Trump’s pardon of Joe Arpaio wasn’t just a political stunt. It was a warning sign. When elected leaders undermine the rule of law, democracy is at risk. democracydocket.com/opinion/pardon…

On the final day of the term, SCOTUS limited nationwide injunctions, narrowing judicial power to block unconstitutional actions like Trump’s birthright citizenship ban. This ruling sets a dangerous precedent for executive overreach. washingtonpost.com/politics/2025/…

Two Emmys for a film about voting! 🗳️🏆 We were honored to help tell this story—fighting election disinfo with truth, art, and the voices of local heroes. Big thanks to our partners, artists, and election workers making democracy real every day. youtu.be/o_sYD1m7gGc?fe…

Election workers are under attack. Federal support is vanishing. And extremists are still trying to sabotage future elections. This is why democracyFIRST exists. To defend the people, principles, and process that make free elections possible. axios.com/2025/07/10/ele…

Texas' new congressional map could lock in power and shut out competition for a decade. Free & fair elections need real accountability. cbsnews.com/news/texas-con… via CBS News Politics

Mid‑decade map redraws are popping up in Florida, Texas, and beyond. These partisan power plays undercut competitive elections and shrink accountability. politi.co/3GIV69b via POLITICO

The Voting Rights Act transformed American democracy but new restrictions threaten to undo decades of progress. DemocracyFIRST is working to hold leaders accountable and protect every eligible citizen’s right to vote. axios.com/2025/08/02/vot…

New poll: A majority of Texans in targeted districts say the GOP’s mid-decade redistricting is unnecessary. Voters see this power grab for what it is. politico.com/news/2025/07/2…

This isn’t about partisanship. It’s about protecting the integrity of our elections. time.com/7309028/gavin-…