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classacthr73.bsky.social @classacthr73.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
ClassACT HR73 continues to feature our classmates sharing their thoughts about democracy. This month, Tom Cooper asks important questions about the state of voting in our country today. buff.ly/n8m9FY4
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ClassACT HR73 - Our Voices for Democracy: Tom Cooper '73
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classacthr73.bsky.social @classacthr73.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
A Call to ClassACTion: Vote.org has an early voting resource. If you vote by mail or absentee ballot, track your ballot. buff.ly/dRmoBFF
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Everything You Need to Vote - Vote.org
Register to vote. Check your registration status. Get your absentee ballot. Fast, free, easy, secure, nonpartisan.
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classacthr73.bsky.social @classacthr73.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
If journalists in America, for as tumultuous as the business can be, aren't going to have the chutzpah and sense of what the First Amendment is as a legacy and a privilege and a distinction...then how do you call yourself a journalist?" -David Remnick @newyorker.com buff.ly/NrNXNeM
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AP Executive Editor Julice Pace REVEALS What Outlet Will Call Lake Ontario
New Yorker Editor David Remnick and Associated Press Executive Editor Julie Pace joined Oliver Darcy at the Status Summit to discuss the Trump administration’s assault on the First Amendment. The duo…
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classacthr73.bsky.social @classacthr73.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
"It makes even plainer what is at the heart of these cases, whether it is the misuse of the FCC against broadcasters or the expulsion of journalists from the Pentagon — that the administration will come after you if it doesn’t like what you report”
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classacthr73.bsky.social @classacthr73.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
Here are some Calls to ClassACTion we suggest to help ensure the Midterm Elections are safe, fair, and free! ✅️ Volunteer for “Help Lines” at voteriders.org to support voters by answering questions about Voter ID, registration, poll locations, etc., as well as writing letters and texts.
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Eliminating barriers to voting
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classacthr73.bsky.social @classacthr73.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Join us on December 2nd as Gina Myerson, a marketing and communications professional, and Martha Stone-Martin, VP of Marketing and Administration for Charles River CFO (CRCFO), lead a session on successful website development and maintenance. buff.ly/nk1XOe9
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ClassACT HR73 - Website Development and Maintenance Webinar
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classacthr73.bsky.social @classacthr73.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Save the Date! On November 16, 2026, ClassACTHR73 will host a forum on the history and contemporary issues surrounding union membership and power in the United States. Register now: buff.ly/SGpmL14
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classacthr73.bsky.social @classacthr73.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Starting now! Join us or follow along in this thread!
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classacthr73.bsky.social @classacthr73.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
If you are turned away from the polls, ask for a provisional ballot and call the Election Protection Hotline for immediate legal assistance. 📞 English: 866-OUR-VOTE 📞 Spanish: 888-VE-Y-VOTA 📞 Arabic: 844-YALLA-US 📞 Asian Languages: 888-API-VOTE buff.ly/xZPAFOS
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classacthr73.bsky.social @classacthr73.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
ClassACTHR73 is committed to making sure you are prepared for #ElectionDay! Here's one of our suggested ClassACTions: Vote411 and @rockthevote.org provide state-by-state information to register, validate your registration, and determine where to vote. Check your info, then spread the word!
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classacthr73.bsky.social @classacthr73.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Tonight! It's not too late to register for ClassACTHR73's "Meet the Bridges" webinar featuring Soteni International! Register now: buff.ly/GN4VEQw
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classacthr73.bsky.social @classacthr73.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Will our country be able to conduct free and fair elections this fall, despite the federal government’s unprecedented efforts to disenfranchise voters? What can Americans do to counter those threats? buff.ly/6lCCqhZ
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Democracy at 250: Is Your Midterm Vote at Risk? Full Forum
Will our country be able to conduct free and fair elections this fall, despite the federal government’s unprecedented efforts to disenfranchise voters? What can Americans do to counter those…
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classacthr73.bsky.social @classacthr73.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Tomorrow! Join SOTENI Board Chair Dr. Victoria Wulsin '75 and Operations Manager Dr. Pooja Rachewad as they share SOTENI’s journey through the people and communities at the heart of its work. September 24, 2026 7:00 PM ET Register: buff.ly/TlMQpS6
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classacthr73.bsky.social @classacthr73.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Who are election heroes? They’re the local clerks, office staff, poll workers, officials, and more who ensure our elections are safe, secure, and accessible. This Election Hero Day, join us in thanking them for all that they do! And consider becoming one yourself at buff.ly/thDnX98
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classacthr73.bsky.social @classacthr73.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
@cnn.com @ms.now and @politico.com all sued Trump for barring them from the White House, calling it a First Amendment Violation, while the other four major networks, in solidarity, suspended their pool coverage of the President.
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classacthr73.bsky.social @classacthr73.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
Join JusticeAid for "Seizing Control: ICE, Mass Surveillance, and the Dismantling of the Fourth Amendment," a free, in-person public forum, to unpack the growing tension between immigration enforcement, surveillance technology, and Fourth Amendment rights—and what it means for all of us.
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classacthr73.bsky.social @classacthr73.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
Do you remember how you felt the very first time you voted in an election? No doubt we all had some belief in the system and making a difference one vote at a time. It’s time to re kindle that belief in ourselves, our family, friends and neighbors, and especially the young people in our lives.
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classacthr73.bsky.social @classacthr73.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Elected officials at all levels create and implement health policies, allocate budgets, and set rules for medical research, health insurance, and healthcare service costs. To make your voices heard and your votes count, please consult the resources in our latest ClassACTion Alert! buff.ly/IsJlcVy
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classacthr73.bsky.social @classacthr73.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
It's time for our Calls to ClassACTion.
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classacthr73.bsky.social @classacthr73.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
Happening now! Join us or follow along at #ClassACTHR73Forum www.classacthr73.org/Democracy-at...
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classacthr73.bsky.social @classacthr73.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
Tonight! Worried about the security of the Midterm Elections? Join our panel of experts to learn about growing concerns about the sanctity of our elections, the cornerstone of our democracy. Register for free: buff.ly/L0kENER
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classacthr73.bsky.social @classacthr73.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
When we started the Benazir Bhutto Leadership Fellow 13 years ago, we had funds to support about four to five Fellows total. Our 50th reunion giving added significantly to that amount. buff.ly/kcCfQAZ
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classacthr73.bsky.social @classacthr73.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
As concerns grow about obstacles facing voters and election officials this November, join ClassACT HR73 for “Democracy at 250: Is Your Midterm Vote at Risk?” on Monday, September 14, from 5:00–6:30 PM ET. buff.ly/uMhtYxP
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classacthr73.bsky.social @classacthr73.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
What does lasting community change look like? For SOTENI International, it means more than two decades of working side by side with rural communities in Kenya. Learn about SOTENI—and discover how you can become part of its continued impact. buff.ly/bK0Is8E
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classacthr73.bsky.social @classacthr73.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
📣 September 14th: Join a critical conversation about democracy. ClassACT HR73 presents “Democracy at 250: Is Your Midterm Vote at Risk?”—an online forum examining the challenges voters and election officials may face this fall. Register: buff.ly/uMhtYxP
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classacthr73.bsky.social @classacthr73.bsky.social · 06/09/2026
How might voter-roll purges, changes to mail-in voting, and new election policies affect the voting process? What can citizens do to stay informed and engaged? Join ClassACT HR73 on September 14, 5:00–6:30 PM ET, for “Democracy at 250: Is Your Midterm Vote at Risk?” buff.ly/uMhtYxP
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classacthr73.bsky.social @classacthr73.bsky.social · 05/09/2026
ClassACT HR73 invites you to listen to “Vibes for Voting,” a Spotify Playlist for the November 3 midterm elections, a civic exercise and duty that will determine the future of our democracy. buff.ly/xdM3mSr
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classacthr73.bsky.social @classacthr73.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
With concerns mounting over obstacles to free and fair midterm elections this November, ClassACT HR73 will offer an online forum “Democracy at 250: Is Your Midterm Vote at Risk?” on Monday, September 14 from 5:00 to 6:30 pm ET. Register now! www.classacthr73.org/Democracy-at...
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classacthr73.bsky.social @classacthr73.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
On September 24th, join us as we introduce SOTENI International. With more than 20 years of experience working alongside rural communities in Kenya, SOTENI today supports more than 3,000 people affected by HIV/AIDS and their households. Register for our Meet the Bridges Webinar: buff.ly/bK0Is8E
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classacthr73.bsky.social @classacthr73.bsky.social · 30/08/2026
ClassACT HR73 continues to feature our classmates sharing their thoughts about democracy. This month, Tom Cooper asks important questions about the state of voting in our country today. buff.ly/n8m9FY4
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ClassACT HR73 - Our Voices for Democracy: Tom Cooper '73
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classacthr73.bsky.social @classacthr73.bsky.social · 29/08/2026
On September 24th, join us as we introduce SOTENI International, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization registered in the U.S. and Kenya, with more than 20 years of experience working alongside rural communities in Kenya. buff.ly/bK0Is8E
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classacthr73.bsky.social @classacthr73.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
With just over 2 weeks to go before our #ClassACTHR73Forum on threats to the midterm elections, it's time to introduce our panelists! Register: buff.ly/y6O0IxD
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classacthr73.bsky.social @classacthr73.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
Save the date! On Tuesday, September 29th, 6-10pm ET, JusticeAid will host a DC concert to raise funds for their 2026 grantee partner, the National Immigration Project. The show, Rhythm Nation DC, will feature Pedrito Martinez and his band, along with special guests.
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classacthr73.bsky.social @classacthr73.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
Our Bridge partner, Libraries Without Borders, has two major updates for us in our latest newsletter: 1) It has been selected by the Public Library Association (PLA), a division of the @amlibraryassoc.bsky.social to develop new adult digital literacy content for DigitalLearn.org.
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classacthr73.bsky.social @classacthr73.bsky.social · 23/08/2026
From FoolProofMe's co-founder Will Dehoo: In a pinch, could you tell a friend why Class Act adopted FoolProofMe as a Bridge partner? This eight-minute video will arm you with the ability to do that. Watch it! buff.ly/73maODT
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Meet Our Bridges: FoolProofMe Foundation
A short video highlighting FoolProofMe's goals, mission, and needs as an organization. Part of the Meet Our Bridges series: we are bringing the Bridges (nonprofits run or founded by classmates,…
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classacthr73.bsky.social @classacthr73.bsky.social · 22/08/2026
ClassACT HR73 continues to feature our classmates sharing their thoughts about democracy. This month, Tom Cooper asks important questions about the state of voting in our country today. buff.ly/WOSzChH
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Our Voices for Democracy: Tom Cooper
ClassACT HR73 continues to feature our classmates sharing their thoughts about democracy. This month Tom Cooper asks important questions about the state of voting in our country today. In addition to…
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classacthr73.bsky.social @classacthr73.bsky.social · 21/08/2026
Save the date! On November 16th, we will host a forum on the history and contemporary issues surrounding union membership and power in the United States. buff.ly/anS8GJI
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ClassACT HR73 - Unions Forum
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classacthr73.bsky.social @classacthr73.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
Join us as we introduce SOTENI International, a nonprofit with over 20 years of experience in sustainable development and the fight against HIV/AIDS. Their mission now includes breaking the cycle of poverty & disease. 9/24 7:00 PM buff.ly/Vx8L0pJ
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classacthr73.bsky.social @classacthr73.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
Worried your midterm vote won’t count? From voter roll purges to new restrictions on mail-in voting, your voice could be silenced. Don’t let that happen—learn how to protect your vote and our democracy. buff.ly/zx0axXL
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classacthr73.bsky.social @classacthr73.bsky.social · 17/08/2026
Among the many concerns surrounding the midterm elections is the SAVE Act, which would require every citizen to reregister by bringing documents to an election office. The time and cost to provide these documents would be prohibitive for many. buff.ly/iEPiPx9
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What’s in SAVE America Act That Trump Is Pushing?
The bill would require voters to prove their citizenship, ban IDs without a photo at polling places and severely restrict voting by mail.
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classacthr73.bsky.social @classacthr73.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
Warnings about the November 3 elections grow louder every day. Exercising our right to vote is the right on which all others rest. Our Resource Guide shares the volunteer experiences of classmates as well as links to important non-profit, non-partisan resources. buff.ly/DA13NTl
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classacthr73.bsky.social @classacthr73.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
There are warning signs about the upcoming midterm elections. One recent one is the firings of Democratic members of the Independent Election Assistance Commission and the resignation of a Republican member after facing pressure to quit. Via @nytimes.com buff.ly/HP70YFP
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Trump Administration Fires Members of Independent Election Group
The firings and a resignation at the Election Assistance Commission came as President Trump has sought to impose control over how ballots will be counted in the November midterms.
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classacthr73.bsky.social @classacthr73.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
Class Acts are long-term projects developed by ClassACT HR73, and include ClassACTion Alerts, the Freedom of the Press Initiative, the Benazir Bhutto Leadership Program, our Forum Series, Voting: Constitutional Rights & Responsibilities & HR73 @50 Video Project Explore them here: buff.ly/pd8Fg2V
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classacthr73.bsky.social @classacthr73.bsky.social · 02/08/2026
On September 24th, join us as we introduce Bridge Project SOTENI International, whose mission includes breaking the cycle of poverty & disease by advancing entrepreneurship, health services, and wellbeing. buff.ly/Uh8pPTt
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classacthr73.bsky.social @classacthr73.bsky.social · 29/07/2026
Currently, there are 17 Harvard classes who are part of the ClassACT movement. This past April, Marion Dry & Stan Mark '73 Liz Losos '85 and George Yeadon '75 shared their experiences of how they got started, You can watch here:
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How to Create a ClassACT
In conjunction with Travis Lovett, Assistant Dean of Harvard College for Civic Engagement and Service, ClassACT HR73 held a webinar on Wednesday, April 29th which offered why and how Harvard classes…
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classacthr73.bsky.social @classacthr73.bsky.social · 20/07/2026
Protect Democracy and Brennan Center for Justice have collaborated to create this guide outlining practical steps advocates can take to prepare for federal interference in the 2026 elections.
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Preparing for federal interference in the 2026 midterm elections
President Trump has made clear that he intends to use every tool at his disposal to try to influence the outcomes of the 2026 midterm elections.
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classacthr73.bsky.social @classacthr73.bsky.social · 17/07/2026
In our latest ClassACTions alert, our Culture Counts team assembled posters and music to remind us how artists and musicians enrich our lives, offering inspiration and challenge, reflection and joy. buff.ly/quJ5Jp4
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classacthr73.bsky.social @classacthr73.bsky.social · 16/07/2026
Voting has consequences. Politicians who support the arts can play a critical role in keeping the arts alive and thriving. We have assembled a "Vote for the Arts!" Resource Guide.
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Voting Resource Guide
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classacthr73.bsky.social @classacthr73.bsky.social · 06/07/2026
A regulation now proposed by the Trump administration would hobble or prevent future research. It would pertain to all federal grants, not just to those regarding science. Learn more at our recent ClassACTion Alert:
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ClassACT HR73 - ClassACTion Alert 9: Opposition to the OMB Proposal on Regulation of Federal Financial Assistance
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classacthr73.bsky.social @classacthr73.bsky.social · 03/07/2026
ClassACTHR73's Freedom of the Press initiative invites you to begin your summer reading/viewing with the legendary "All the President’s Men." The book is available wherever they are sold, and you can stream the movie on YouTube or Fandango.
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All The President's Men
Academy Award winners Robert Redford and Dustin Hoffman star in this true story as Washington Post reporters Carl Bernstein and Bob Woodward, whose investigation of a seemingly minor hotel room…
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