Action Alerts: Our Weekly Roundup of Opportunities for Activism
Welcome to the July 19 edition of our partner newsletter!
“These guys have [trafficked] in conspiracy theories for as long as I can remember, and it’s coming home to bite them in the ass and they don’t know how to deal with it. — Rep. Jim McGovern on the House Republicans blocking attempts to release the Epstein files, Axios
The Progressive Congressional Caucus Center is hosting a briefing — Accountability August: Tell Congress What the Megabill Means at Home.
“In collaboration with Indivisible, Popular Democracy, People’s Action, and Social Security Works, this briefing on Wednesday, July 23, at 1 PM ET will explain how you can use August recess as an opportunity to tell elected representatives what the recently passed Republican megabill means for our communities and advocate for the policies we need to thrive. We’ll give you the tools to make the most of this opportunity.”
Featuring:
Special guest Congressman Greg Casar (D-TX)
Sulma Arias, Executive Director, People’s Action
Alex Lawson, Executive Director, Social Security Works
Trisha Maharaj, Associate Policy Director, Indivisible
Catherine Rowland, Director of Government Affairs & Access, PCAF
And a grassroots leader from Popular Democracy
Register here and share with a friend!
“We’re not sure who these armed men are. They show up without uniforms, they show up completely masked. They refused to give I.D. Who are these people? And frankly, the vests that they have look like they ordered them from Amazon. Are they bounty hunters? Are they vigilantes? If they are federal officers, why is it that they do not identify themselves?” — Mayor Karen Bass
Indivisible Ventura is sounding the alarm about ICE abusing their power and asking us to pressure Congress to vote for the No Masks for ICE Act, Police not ICE Act of 2025, and the No Secret Police Act.
Learn more.
Call your reps and senators.
Minimal script: I’m calling from [ZIP code] and I want [Rep.___/Sen.___] to co-sponsor and vote for the No Masks for ICE Act, Police not ICE Act of 2025, and the No Secret Police Act
Stop the bill that legalizes Trump’s cuts to vital services! H.R. 4 rubber stamps slashing $9.4 billion from funding for foreign aid and public broadcasting. It has passed in the Senate and is now in the House.
Call or email your reps.
Minimal script: I’m calling from [zip code]. [Call all their offices to get a live staff member. If voicemail, leave street address). I am calling to demand that [Rep. ___] oppose Trump’s rescissions bill gutting foreign aid, NPR, and PBS.
Rogan’s List sent calls to action to oppose Emil Bove and release the Epstein files.
“The Senate Judiciary Committee approved the nomination of Emil Bove to be a federal judge on the Third Circuit … Let’s continue to press our senators to oppose the confirmation of a key figure in Trump’s corrupt deals and defiance of court orders.”
Find scripts and language here or send this Resistbot message by texting SIGN PECZAF to 50409.
“Reps. Ro Khanna (D-CA) and Thomas Massie (R-KY) have now introduced legislation to require the Justice Department to release all documents and records in their possession related to Jeffrey Epstein … five more Republicans announced [this week] they would co-sponsor this legislation, making success a real possibility.”
Contact House members and demand that they publicly support this bill and its discharge petition.
Trump’s school funding freeze is an attack on vulnerable kids. Let’s make some noise!
The Trump administration’s decision to freeze $6.8 billion in congressionally approved education funding is not just reckless — it’s morally indefensible. This move diverts critical resources from schools weeks before the academic year begins, disproportionately affecting the most vulnerable students.
This funding freeze isn’t just a cruel policy — it’s a betrayal of America's promise. And it demands our outrage!
Use this toolkit and get loud on social media: We will not stand for this.
Did you know that there is an election for governor of Virginia in just four months? Network NOVA shared an event: Phone Bank for Abigail Spanberger for VA.
“Are you ready to make calls and talk to voters to ensure we elect Abigail Spanberger as Virginia's next Governor? Join us on Mondays and Wednesdays at 6PM ET and Sundays at 4PM ET to call voters across the state! No worries if you've never phone banked before. We will provide a full training!”
And now your summer reading from Chris at Bowers News Media …
To take back the Senate in 2026, Democrats need to win four out of the following five races: Iowa, Maine, North Carolina, Ohio, and Texas.
Get involved in the Senate races in these five key states and do everything you can to support the eventual Democratic candidates.
Shout out to everyone who attended a GOOD TROUBLE event this week!
“Do not get lost in a sea of despair. Be hopeful, be optimistic.”— Rep. John Lewis
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