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ICYMI: @abigaildisney.bsky.social in the @nytopinion.nytimes.com — Disney parks & Trump’s tax plan have one thing in common: catering to the ultrawealthy at the expense of the middle class. #TrumpTaxScam #EconomicJustice
“Accessibility and affordability aren’t minor concerns; they should be guiding principles in a country that claims to be free and equal,” Abigail Disney, a descendant of Disney’s founders, writes in a letter to The Times.
Opinion | Disney World’s Window on America
Abigail Disney, a descendant of Disney’s founders, and other readers respond to an essay about Disney and America. Also: A stark contrast between two political parties.
nyti.ms
Happy Indigenous Peoples’ Day! We’re honoring Native leadership today by highlighting three incredible V4P-endorsed candidates:

>Mary Peltola (AK Senate)
>Jonathan Nez (AZ-02)
>Peggy Flanagan (MN Senate)

Watch their ads in the comments below!
October 12, 2026 at 1:20 PM
@civilrightsorg.bsky.social's 2026 Civil Rights Monitor poll is out, and it’s clear: ICE needs to be held responsible for its campaign of relentless terror. Their cruelty is not normal, and we will make our voices heard at the ballot box. civilrights.org/2026/09/30/c...
New Civil Rights Monitor Poll Finds 82% of Voters Fear Rights and Freedoms Are Being Taken Away and 77% Fear Political Leaders Will Pressure Election Officials to Change Outcomes
Civil Rights Poll: 71% oppose cutting Medicare and SNAP to fund ICE, 92% say America’s diversity makes it stronger, majority supports a Third Reconstruction
civilrights.org
October 9, 2026 at 4:07 PM
@civilrightsorg.bsky.social just released the 2026 Civil Rights Monitor — tracking how Americans feel about the issues shaping their lives. This year, voters are alarmed about their rights, united in their values, and motivated to vote. See what else voters said: civilrights.org/2026/09/30/c...
New Civil Rights Monitor Poll Finds 82% of Voters Fear Rights and Freedoms Are Being Taken Away and 77% Fear Political Leaders Will Pressure Election Officials to Change Outcomes
Civil Rights Poll: 71% oppose cutting Medicare and SNAP to fund ICE, 92% say America’s diversity makes it stronger, majority supports a Third Reconstruction
civilrights.org
October 2, 2026 at 6:38 PM
Big Tech AI agents are accessing government data and breaching safeguards, yet there has been zero public Congressional oversight.

@voicesforprogress.org is proud to stand with @publiccitizen.bsky.social & 40+ orgs urging the DOJ to open an investigation & Congress to hold public hearings.
Coalition Calls on DOJ and Congress to Investigate Growing Wave of AI Cybersecurity Incidents - Public Citizen
September 30, 2026 Dear Attorney General Blanche, Chairman Jordan, Chairman Grassley, Chairman Cruz, Chairman Guthrie, Ranking Member Raskin, Ranking Member…
www.citizen.org
September 30, 2026 at 7:50 PM
Stripping Title IX protections from trans and LGBTQ+ students puts vulnerable kids directly at risk. Every student deserves safety and dignity in school.

thehill.com/homenews/edu...
Education Department formally rescinds Title IX protections for LGBTQ students
The Education Department announced Monday it has formally rescinded the Biden-era Title IX interpretation that gave sex-based discrimination protections to students on the basis of sexual orientati…
thehill.com
September 28, 2026 at 6:37 PM
This #HispanicHeritageMonth, V4P is proud to honor Hispanic leaders fighting for working families, civil rights & climate justice:
• Rep. Nellie Pou (NJ-09)
• Rep. Andrea Salinas (OR-06)
• Randy Villegas (CA-22)
• JoAnna Mendoza (AZ-06)
• Denise Powell (NE-02)
Homepage - Nellie Pou for Congress
Nellie was born and raised in a welcoming blue collar family in Paterson. Nellie’s father was an employee of the City of Paterson, and her mother was a
nelliepoufornewjersey.com
September 16, 2026 at 1:01 PM
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The Senate’s failure to advance the CLARITY Act is a step in the right direction, and a clear sign that crypto special interests can’t simply buy their way to a legislative win. 🧵
Senate Votes to Block Crypto Bill in Major Blow to the Industry
The landmark legislation, known as the Clarity Act, stalled in the Senate as Democrats raised concerns about President Trump’s personal investments in crypto.
www.nytimes.com
September 15, 2026 at 9:07 PM
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BREAKING: The Trump administration is set to repeal climate pollution standards for coal and methane gas plants.

This will have devastating consequences for public health and our economy.

Dirty Energy companies will get richer than ever while we all pay the price in dirty air and higher bills.
E.P.A. Will Erase Limits on Climate Pollution From Power Plants
Generation of electricity is the second largest source of carbon dioxide and other planet-warming gases in the United States.
www.nytimes.com
September 14, 2026 at 2:45 PM
Happy Labor Day! Today we honor the workers and organizers whose resilience built the American labor movement. We’re proud to keep fighting alongside you for fair wages, safe workplaces, and true economic opportunity for all. ✊ #LaborDay
September 7, 2026 at 1:01 PM
On August 28, the country will gather at the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C., for the March on Washington: Defend the Vote, convened by the National Action Network and the Drum Major Institute.

Join @civilrightsorg.bsky.social and partner organizations to stand in solidarity
March on Washington 2026: Defend the Vote
August 28, 2026. Washington, D.C. Register to march, reserve a bus, or partner with us.
marchonwashington2026.com
August 4, 2026 at 9:26 PM
V4P is proud to support the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) 36th Anniversary on July 26. Legislation like ADA ensures that all people with disabilities have the same rights and opportunities as everyone else. #ADA36
ADA Anniversary Events | ADATA.org
adata.org
July 27, 2026 at 2:39 PM
From 1986 to 2020, foreign ownership of American stocks increased tenfold from 4 percent to 40 percent. Stronger restrictions on corporate political spending are necessary to safeguard our elections & keep American democracy alive. Read more:
www.cnbc.com/2026/07/22/c...
Citizens United provision allowing foreign campaign contributions draws Democratic bill
Rep. Jamie Raskin, D-Md., and Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, D-R.I., want to establish foreign ownership thresholds for companies that spend on campaigns.
www.cnbc.com
July 23, 2026 at 7:10 PM
Over the weekend, community members gathered at 500 events across the country to honor John Lewis and continue his legacy of making good trouble.
Six years ago today, we lost civil rights hero John Lewis. From July 17–19, people across the country are coming together for a Weekend of Action to help their communities exercise the sacred freedom to vote.

Get involved and find Good Trouble near you:
https://bit.ly/4aVgiVh
July 21, 2026 at 6:03 PM
"161 years ago today, Black people in Texas finally learned they were free, more than two years after slavery had been abolished. Juneteenth remains a powerful reminder that freedom delayed is freedom denied.
June 19, 2026 at 1:13 PM
This Pride Month means recognizing what is at stake for all of us when we do not stand up to protect those most vulnerable in our communities. As Marsha P Johnson reminds us, there is "No pride for some of us without liberation for all of us. #Pride2026
June 11, 2026 at 6:40 PM
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BREAKING: Senate Republicans have just begun a marathon vote-a-rama in the Senate.

Why? Not to lower health care or housing costs. Instead, they are fighting tooth & nail to give ICE another $70 billion blank check with ZERO reforms.

A disgrace.
June 4, 2026 at 2:19 PM
With Americans struggling to afford health care, utilities, child care, and more, the Trump administration is all-in on mass deportations and warehousing immigrants—and Republicans in Congress are about to bankroll it.
BREAKING: As Congress votes on $70 billion for ICE & CBP through 2029, the House Appropriations Committee released a bill to give them $30 billion more in FY2027 alone.

There will be NO end to this greed and waste of taxpayer funds — unless we stop it.

SEND YOUR MESSAGES. MAKE YOUR CALLS. ⬇️
Congress is about to vote on whether to give ICE & CBP BILLIONS of $$. This money could be used for health care, schools, or to feed families. Instead, it will pay for abducting our neighbors, orphaning children & building warehouses.

We can't normalize this.

📣ACT NOW: https://bit.ly/4tiNRrQ
June 4, 2026 at 5:23 PM
The CEO to worker pay gap is a great example of why the American tax system needs a refresh. Taxing the wealthy means making sure everyone pays their fair share, giving opportunities for everyday people to thrive and not just survive. @moreperfectunion.bsky.social
This Simple Tool for Unrigging the Economy Is Spreading. Your Town Could Be Next.
YouTube video by More Perfect Union
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June 2, 2026 at 5:44 PM
Jewish American Heritage Month is an opportunity to honor the achievements and traditions of Jewish communities and reflect on the importance of confronting antisemitism, religious discrimination, and hatred in all forms. guides.loc.gov/jewish-ameri...
Research Guides: Jewish American Heritage Month: A Commemorative Observances Legal Research Guide: History and Overview
A guide to the laws and presidential proclamations which establish and designate Jewish American Heritage Month (historically April, currently May).
guides.loc.gov
May 30, 2026 at 3:09 PM
As AAPI Heritage Month comes to a close, we honor and celebrate the cultures, histories of resilience, and contributions of Asian American and Pacific Islander communities.
May 29, 2026 at 8:10 PM
6 years ago, on May 25, George Floyd was murdered by the police. Everyday since, communitiy members across the world have honored George Floyd's life and legacy, recognizing that police violence anywhere impacts the safety and well being of people everywhere.
May 28, 2026 at 8:09 PM
Wednesday’s hearing made clear that @splcenter.org is just the beginning. The Trump administration and its Congressional allies have built a playbook for targeting any organization they disagree with. No organization is safe from this abuse of power.
#DissentIsNotACrime @civilrightsorg.bsky.social
May 22, 2026 at 3:33 PM
The indictment of @splcenter.org is a direct attack on free speech and a free and fair democracy. The Trump administration is using the full weight of the federal government to punish organizations for their willingness to fight for our rights.
May 11, 2026 at 10:29 PM
Yesterday's SCOTUS decision threatens the foundation of our democracy, making the path easier to silence voters and weaken fair representation.

But this isn't where the story ends. It's time to take action. Voter participation is how we resist, and now is the time to let our voices be heard.
Supreme Court limits reach of the Voting Rights Act and could end temporary protected status for some migrants | CNN Politics
The Supreme Court on Wednesday tossed out Louisiana’s long-contested congressional map as an unconstitutional gerrymander.
www.cnn.com
April 30, 2026 at 6:09 PM
As Arab American Heritage Month comes to a close, V4P stands with Arab American communities amid grief, and ongoing injustice. Celebrating means uplifting Arab American leadership and reminding ourselves that solidarity brings us all closer to the futures we aim for. (via @aaiusa.bsky.social)
Celebrating Arab American Heritage Month
It’s Arab American Heritage month. And as it’s the 250th anniversary of the United States of America, it’s a good time to reflect on the history of Arab immigration to America and the community’s more...
www.aaiusa.org
April 30, 2026 at 1:32 PM