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Protect Democracy @protectdemocracy.org · 16h

Gov. Newsom signed the No Kings Act today, giving residents the right to sue federal agents like ICE for violating their constitutional rights. CA is now the 5th state to offer this right, reaching +70 mil Americans. Our own Cameron Kistler, who testified in support, said: protdem.org/4jxgm2p

"In a country where the United States Constitution is the supreme law of the land, whether Americans should have a remedy for wrongs committed by governmental officials should turn on whether the Constitution was violated—not what badge the officer has."

Cameron Kistler, Policy Strategist and Special Counsel

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Protect Democracy @protectdemocracy.org · 19h

BREAKING: Following our victory in court against unlawful OMB conditions, the Dept. of Ed. has released almost all the funds meant for education research and support programs ahead of the 9/30 deadline! This is a huge win for students, educators, and researchers. The fight isn't over. 🧵⬇️

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Protect Democracy @protectdemocracy.org · 23h

NEW: In a major legal win for elections *and* national security, a federal court just struck down the Trump administration’s attempt to condition anti-terrorism grants on election rules. Jacek Pruski and @cerin.bsky.social break down why this victory matters ahead of the midterms.

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Big win for elections *and* national security

Court strikes down Trump’s attempt to leverage anti-terrorism funding to interfere with elections

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Protect Democracy @protectdemocracy.org · 23/09/2026

NEW: We make the case for how Trump’s corruption can be *directly connected* to his election interference efforts, and his broader work to consolidate power. Plus, a plan to get the stolen money back. ⬇️ protdem.org/4z6g7jJ

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Protect Democracy @protectdemocracy.org · 28/09/2026

VICTORY: A federal court blocked DHS’s attempt to weaponize anti-terrorism funding to make local govs change their election rules. With @brennancenter.org, @publicrightspro.bsky.social, Jacobson Lawyers Group, and county counsel, we sued DHS & FEMA on behalf of 6 counties + cities – and won.

“The Trump Administration keeps attempting to abuse the power of the federal government to interfere in elections. And, they keep failing. Today’s ruling is yet another reminder that we have the power to stop them.” Protect Democracy’s Special Counsel & Program Lead for Free and Fair Elections, Jacek Pruski.

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Protect Democracy @protectdemocracy.org · 28/09/2026

The pro-democracy movement (including you!) is making gains to protect our right to vote. @annalovesvoting.bsky.social covers how to keep up the momentum: 🏠 Start with family & friends ⚡ Pick action over agonizing 🎨 Bring your unique skills Ready to join us? 🔗 protectdemocracy.org/actions

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Protect Democracy @protectdemocracy.org · 27/09/2026

The White House’s attempts to override the will of voters is faltering. But the real test is still ahead. But our work isn't done. Join us in taking action: protectdemocracy.org/actions

The image is a graphic titled "Executive Override Update" discussing the failure of a midterm sabotage campaign. It mentions that the DOJ is 0-25 in court cases regarding voter data, Congress rejected the SAVE America Act, and the Supreme Court halted a White House mail-in voting order.

A graphic titled "Executive Override Update" lists three items with red X marks. The items are: five states have passed laws to hold federal agents accountable for civil rights abuses, the $1.8 billion slush fund for election deniers suspended, and mid-cycle redistricting failed to net a significant partisan advantage. Below, there is a message about protecting free and fair elections with a call to action: protectdemocracy.org/actions.

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Protect Democracy @protectdemocracy.org · 27/09/2026

How widespread is gerrymandering, anyway? Our policy team analyzed U.S. census data and discovered 1 in 10 Americans live in a different congressional district than they did in the last election due to gerrymandering. But the solution is within reach ⬇️

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What gerrymandering costs voters

Our new report quantifies the practical costs of the forever redistricting wars on American voters.

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Protect Democracy @protectdemocracy.org · 26/09/2026

ACTION ALERT: Becoming a poll worker is one of the most direct things you can do to protect free and fair elections this Nov. It’s nonpartisan, it's paid in most states. We've partnered with #PowerthePolls to make it easy to find opportunities near you. Start here: protdem.org/4x56ArP

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Protect Democracy @protectdemocracy.org · 26/09/2026

How do we protect a democracy under threat? It starts with the facts. Our Authoritarianism Action Watch tool breaks down threats to our democratic systems in real-time. See the latest data here: actionwatch.org

A promotional graphic with the title "Authoritarian Action Watch" at the top. The text reads, "Want a snapshot of how our democracy is doing right now? Find out now with the Authoritarian Action Watch, our new tool tracking the ever-changing trajectory of authoritarian tactics in the U.S." The website actionwatch.org is listed. The design features blue and red colors with a small abstract American flag symbol at the bottom left corner.

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Protect Democracy @protectdemocracy.org · 25/09/2026

What does the latest SCOTUS ruling mean for your vote? The short answer: your path to the ballot box hasn’t changed. What happened? SCOTUS allowed limited, individual checks of the SAVE database. But federal law blocks bulk voter roll checks within 90 days of an election. Here's what to do ⬇️

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Protect Democracy @protectdemocracy.org · 25/09/2026

The pro-democracy movement is winning, but we haven't *won.* The White House’s attempts to override the will of voters is faltering. But the real test is still ahead. @raders.bsky.social covers 6 wins keeping our elections free and fair — and why we can't afford to get complacent. ⬇️

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Donald Trump’s midterm sabotage campaign is failing (so far)

“Deceive, disrupt, deny” is losing across the board

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Protect Democracy @protectdemocracy.org · 24/09/2026

What should voters watch out for leading up to Election Day? Join Protect Democracy’s Corey Dukes and @ucs.org for a virtual briefing on safeguarding voting rights and taking action in your community. 📅 Thursday, September 24 🕗 8:00–9:00 p.m. ET 👉 Reserve your spot: act.ucs.org/4z3buXF

An event poster titled "Defending Our Elections: Science Rising National Call." It announces a virtual event on Thursday, September 24, from 8:00-9:00 p.m. ET, about threats to elections. The featured speaker, identified as Corey Dukes, is mentioned alongside their role at Protect Democracy. The poster includes logos for the Union of Concerned Scientists, Engineers and Scientists Acting Locally, and Protect Democracy.

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Protect Democracy @protectdemocracy.org · 24/09/2026

DAY OF ACTION: This Thurs. health & public health workers, and researchers across the country are coming together to take a visible stand against the Trump admin’s deep cuts to health and public health. Learn how others are taking action by gathering outside or near the institutions they serve. ⬇️

Protect Democracy @protectdemocracy.org · 25/09/2026

🚨 Status Update: Escalating In our latest AAW update, we detail the WH’s decision to bar reporters from major news outlets from the daily press pool as part of a broader effort to quash dissent. Read our analysis of threats to our democratic systems in real-time: protdem.org/dissent

A graphic with a dark blue background features the title "Authoritarian actions quashing dissent are" with an arrow pointing to a box labeled "Escalating." Below, text states that the White House is barring reporters from POLITICO, MSNow, and CNN, calling it a threat to independent journalism. An illustration of a person with tape over their mouth is at the bottom right, set against a red circular background.

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Protect Democracy @protectdemocracy.org · 24/09/2026

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Protect Democracy @protectdemocracy.org · 22/09/2026

The Trump admin wants to pressure states to use its flawed data to “verify” voter eligibility before the midterms, and claims the court can’t intervene because it hasn’t shared the confidential lists yet. Our filed response: 🗣️ DHS can’t use its own delays to evade judicial review.

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EPIC says Trump administration can't use its own delays to evade review of voter citizenship lists - Protect Democracy

EPIC today urged a federal court to swiftly rule on the Trump administration’s plan to create and distribute “State Citizenship Lists."

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Protect Democracy @protectdemocracy.org · 24/09/2026

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Protect Democracy @protectdemocracy.org · 23/09/2026

REPORT: 1 in 10 Americans' congressional districts have changed since 2024. This “brings into question whether or not elected officials are really representing their constituents … or if the voters are being randomly picked by mapmakers,” @raders.bsky.social told @apnews.com

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Redistricting arms race reshaped House districts for 1 in 10 Americans

A new report reveals that mid-decade redistricting for the U.S. House has changed congressional districts for one-tenth of Americans.

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Protect Democracy @protectdemocracy.org · 23/09/2026

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Defending Our Elections: Science Rising National Call

Join the Science Rising National Call on the threats we face to our elections, what to watch out for in the coming weeks leading up to Election Day, and ways you can take action and get involved in your community or state. Thursday, September 24, 8:00–9...

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Protect Democracy @protectdemocracy.org · 23/09/2026

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Protect Democracy @protectdemocracy.org · 23/09/2026

The White House launching "Trump TV" using taxpayer funds is propaganda, and a federal crime. @cerin.bsky.social and @rachelegoodman.bsky.social explain the law barring taxpayer-funded propaganda media and what the fallout could look like. ➡️ Read the full analysis: protdem.org/4dLXvwP

A document titled "If you can keep it" features a headline "Trump TV is propaganda — and a crime" dated September 22, 2026, with the subheading "The 'Anti-Publicity & Propaganda Rider' explained." Below are images of a phone displaying a "TRUMP TV" website and a person in a vehicle seen through an open window. An American flag icon is at the top right.

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Union of Concerned Scientists @ucs.org · 21/09/2026

Concerned about the midterms? Get the latest from UCS and Protect Democracy on the threats we face from the Trump administration, what to watch for in the coming weeks, and ways you can take action to ensure a fair, free, and safe election this November. Info & RSVP: act.ucs.org/4z3buXF

Promotional graphic for Science Rising National Call on election threats featuring speaker Corey Dukes, scheduled for September 24, 8-9 p.m. ET.

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Protect Democracy @protectdemocracy.org · 22/09/2026

What we’re reading: Jennifer Rubin makes the case for forging ahead on oversight and accountability for the Trump administration’s abuses, rejecting counterproductive fatalism. Read her piece for @contrariannews.org

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An Oversight Bonanza

🚨47 Days to the Midterms🚨

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Amanda Carpenter @amandacarpenter.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

The top question people have for election experts is: What's the best way to vote in the midterms? It's a valid Q given Trump's attempts to interfere, but those failed! So, let's GO! Rules vary by state, but two words of advice apply to everyone: BE EARLY!

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Protect Democracy @protectdemocracy.org · 22/09/2026

🚨 Status Update: Improving The Supreme Court handed the president a major loss recently on his mail-ballot rule, and he’s running out of time to mess with the midterms. Explore the latest analysis of the state of our democracy and authoritarian actions. ⬇️ protdem.org/elections

The image shows a poster with the title "Authoritarian actions corrupting elections are" followed by "Improving" in a highlighted box. The text below reads, "The Supreme Court didn’t allow Trump’s mail-ballot rule to go into effect, throwing a major wrench in his election interference plans." Below, there is an illustration of a broken ballot with an "I Voted" sticker. In the top left corner, it says "Authoritarian Action Watch" and "Just Updated." The symbol of a flag is in the bottom left corner.

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Protect Democracy @protectdemocracy.org · 22/09/2026

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EPIC says Trump administration can't use its own delays to evade review of voter citizenship lists - Protect Democracy

EPIC today urged a federal court to swiftly rule on the Trump administration’s plan to create and distribute “State Citizenship Lists."

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Protect Democracy @protectdemocracy.org · 21/09/2026

NEW: We responded to the gov’s motion for summary judgment. We asked the court to stop the Trump admin’s illegal plan to compile Americans' sensitive data into “State Citizenship Lists” before the midterms. W/o court intervention, DHS will push a plan it knows could wrongly disenfranchise millions.

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EPIC says Trump administration can't use its own delays to evade review of voter citizenship lists - Protect Democracy

EPIC today urged a federal court to swiftly rule on the Trump administration’s plan to create and distribute “State Citizenship Lists."

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EPIC @epic.org · 18/09/2026

“If this plan is allowed to go forward, it will threaten the integrity of our elections and the fundamental right to privacy that all Americans are guaranteed under the Constitution and under federal law,” said @alanindc.bsky.social. Read more: epic.org/press-releas....

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PRESS RELEASE: EPIC Says Trump Administration Can’t Use Its Own Delays to Evade Review of Voter Citizenship Lists

The Electronic Privacy Information Center (EPIC) today urged a federal court to swiftly rule on the Trump administration’s plan to create and distribute “State Citizenship Lists.”

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EPIC @epic.org · 18/09/2026

Represented by @protectdemocracy.org and @citizensforethics.org, EPIC argues that the government cannot use its own delays in producing the lists as a reason for the court to wait—further delay heightens the risk of confusion and disenfranchisement ahead of the midterms.

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EPIC @epic.org · 18/09/2026

Yesterday, EPIC urged a federal court to swiftly rule on a Trump administration’s plan to create and distribute “State Citizenship Lists.”

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Fix Our House @fixourhouse.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

🚨 1 in 10 Americans were used as political pawns in the gerrymandering wars between the two parties, according to a new report from @protectdemocracy.org. Proportional representation is the only ultimate solution. protectdemocracy.org/work/what-ge...

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What gerrymandering costs voters

Our new report quantifies the practical costs of the forever redistricting wars on American voters.

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Anna Dorman @annalovesvoting.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Do you live in Arizona, California, Georgia, Iowa, North Carolina or Texas? Check out @protectdemocracy.org's state voter guide with everything you need to know to vote. protectdemocracy.org/how-you-can-...

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How you can protect democracy - Protect Democracy

These concrete actions are a tangible way to push back against abuses of power and create something better.

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Protect Democracy @protectdemocracy.org · 21/09/2026

Former FCC chairs & commissioners from Reagan to Biden say Chair Carr's conduct at the FCC is retaliatory against broadcasters & exceeds the FCC’s power. With the midterms just weeks away, we filed an amicus brief on their behalf urging the court to step in. Read what the amici told the court ⬇️

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Bipartisan coalition of former top FCC officials back ABC's First Amendment lawsuit against FCC

A bipartisan coalition of former FCC officials filed an amicus brief supporting ABC’s request for emergency relief in its lawsuit challenging the FCC’s early review of broadcast licenses.

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Protect Democracy @protectdemocracy.org · 21/09/2026

When the administration charges protesters with "conspiracy," it's counting on everyone else staying quiet. @rachelegoodman.bsky.social and Katie Schwartzmann lay out why these prosecutions deserve skepticism and how orgs can keep showing up for protesters and each other. 🔗 protdem.org/4xxdgyO

A graphic titled "How Civil Society Organizations Can Support Protest in the Face of Suppression" from NPQ. The main text inside a speech bubble says, "Remember dissent is patriotic. These conspiracy prosecutions aim to paint dissent as violent and dangerous. Our job as civil society leaders is to flip this script." Below, it is credited to Rachel Goodman and Katie Schwartzmann from Protect Democracy.

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Protect Democracy @protectdemocracy.org · 20/09/2026

Imagine putting up a yard sign for your candidate, taking it down, putting it back up, and taking it down again—all in one election cycle. Mid-cycle gerrymandering is creating unprecedented voter whiplash. The solution gaining momentum? Proportional representation.

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One in five Americans

The hidden casualties of the gerrymandering wars

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Protect Democracy @protectdemocracy.org · 20/09/2026

🚨 Status Update: Improving In the latest update to our Authoritarian Action Watch, we dive into the Supreme Court’s ruling on Trump’s mail-ballot executive order, and why it suggests that his broader election interference effort is meeting resistance. Read more 🔗 protdem.org/elections

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Protect Democracy @protectdemocracy.org · 19/09/2026

Staying informed through trusted, nonpartisan sources is one of the most effective ways to combat election disinfo. For reliable, election-specific coverage, two nonprofit newsrooms stand out - @votebeat.org and @boltsmag.org. Check out ways you can be part of the solution ⬇️ protdem.org/4yCiN88

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Protect Democracy @protectdemocracy.org · 18/09/2026

NEW: We just sued DHS on behalf of a coalition of racial justice and civil rights groups and labor unions to protect voters' right to cast ballots free from intimidation. Their suit challenges threats to deploy ICE and federal forces near polling places. Read the complaint: protdem.org/4rjLHaF

Graphic announcing a lawsuit filed by civil rights groups to prevent armed federal agents from being deployed near polling places during elections.

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Protect Democracy @protectdemocracy.org · 18/09/2026

WATCH: Protect Democracy’s Emily Rodriguez joined @onestpress.onestnetwork.com to discuss how the Trump administration's efforts to deceive voters, disrupt election processes, and deny midterm election results are ultimately aimed at controlling our elections. ⬇️

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Who Decides Who Gets to Vote? | Emily Rodriguez, Protect Democracy

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Protect Democracy @protectdemocracy.org · 18/09/2026

34.8 million Americans got booted from one congressional district to another between 2024 & 2026. @raders.bsky.social, Christian Johnson, and Drew Penrose break down the human cost of the gerrymandering wars—and how we can neutralize gerrymandering for good. More here: protdem.org/4h1yakI

A group holding a large banner that reads "FAIR MAPS" is standing in front of a capitol building. The image is in black and white with a blue geometric accent. The text above reads, "One in five Americans: The hidden casualties of the gerrymandering wars" with the date September 17, 2026. A small American flag graphic is in the top corner.

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Protect Democracy @protectdemocracy.org · 18/09/2026

VICTORY: A federal judge sided with students & educators in a case we filed against OMB & Dept of Ed, ruling OMB lacked authority to use apportionments to impose politically motivated Executive Order policy directives. Now, DOE is required to make good on promises to spend funds before they expire.

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Restoring funding for Congressionally mandated education programs

The lawsuit alleges that OMB's actions violate the Anti-Deficiency Act, the Administrative Procedure Act, and the Constitution's separation of powers.

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Protect Democracy @protectdemocracy.org · 18/09/2026

NEW: A bipartisan coalition of former FCC officials, represented by Protect Democracy and @techfreedom.org , filed an amicus brief supporting ABC's case against the FCC. This is the first time a federal court will weigh a First Amendment claim against Brendan Carr's FCC. Read the amicus:

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Bipartisan coalition of former top FCC officials back ABC's First Amendment lawsuit against FCC

A bipartisan coalition of former FCC officials filed an amicus brief supporting ABC’s request for emergency relief in its lawsuit challenging the FCC’s early review of broadcast licenses.

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Protect Democracy @protectdemocracy.org · 17/09/2026

Election Fact for #ConstitutionDay The U.S. Constitution explicitly gives *states* the authority to determine the “Times, Places and Manner” to run federal elections. Have questions about the midterm elections? We have answers: protectdemocracy.org/election-faqs

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Protect Democracy @protectdemocracy.org · 17/09/2026

NEW: Since 2024, 1 in 10 Americans have been reassigned to a new congressional district. In our new report "Gerrymandering Whiplash," we explain what it means for so many people to experience “gerrymandering whiplash” and how adopting proportional representation could fix it. Read a summary:

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What gerrymandering costs voters

Our new report quantifies the practical costs of the forever redistricting wars on American voters.

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Protect Democracy @protectdemocracy.org · 17/09/2026

Voting rules vary by state for things like registration deadlines, ID requirements, early voting periods and mail ballot rules. Check your state rules in our latest featured action and share it widely with friends, neighbors, and loved ones. ⬇️

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Save, print, and share your state’s voting guide

These concrete actions are a tangible way to push back against abuses of power and create something better.

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Protect Democracy @protectdemocracy.org · 16/09/2026

Trump’s authoritarianism and his corruption are linked: 🔄 leverage gov resources for self benefit ➡️ consolidate power over the gov 🔄 But we're not stuck yet, and we all know (so does he) that elections are a powerful check on corruption. Here's how we break the cycle: protdem.org/4iyKsCt

A diagram titled "Autocratic Cycle of Corruption" depicts a cyclical relationship between "Government Power" and "Private Benefits," with arrows labeled "Enrichment" and "Entrenchment" connecting them. The cycle is centered around a blue circle labeled "Autocratic Cycle of Corruption.

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Center for Science in the Public Interest @cspinet.org · 16/09/2026

Today, CSPI’s Litigation Department and co-counsel at the @aclu.org, @protectdemocracy.org, and others filed a class action lawsuit challenging the National Institutes of Health’s policy of blocking grants in order to censor views it disagrees with. We're unafraid to take this admin to court again.

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Researchers challenge NIH screening of grants for disfavored viewpoints

Class action lawsuit seeks to stop NIH censorship and termination of federally funded scientific research

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