One recommend action in the last Checklist affirmed my hope for democracy. Originating from the Anti Defamation League, Action 3 encouraged you to let local and state elected officials know about educational resources that increase knowledge of the history and reality of Indigenous people. I did this, even though both of my state legislators are…
50 weeks to Midterm Elections The AoC Checklist features clear, well-researched actions for Americans who value democracy, equality, voting, and decency. We are a big tent for all people who want a kinder, flourishing nation. If you only have 10 minutes, take our top three suggested actions: Contact your senators about passing the John Lewis…
52 weeks to Midterm Elections The AoC Checklist features clear, well-researched actions for Americans who value democracy, equality, voting, and decency. We are a big tent for all people who want a kinder, flourishing nation. If you only have 10 minutes, take our top three suggested actions: Contact your Senators: Urge them to pass the…
55 weeks to Midterm Elections The AoC Checklist features clear, well-researched actions for Americans who value democracy, equality, voting, and decency. We are a big tent for all people who want a kinder, flourishing nation. If you only have 10 minutes, take our top three suggested actions: Action 2: Support voter participation, prevent voter purges.…
57 weeks to Midterm Elections The AoC Checklist features clear, well-researched actions for Americans who value democracy, equality, voting, and decency. We are a big tent for all people who want a kinder, flourishing nation. If you only have 10 minutes, take our top three suggested actions: Advocate for the equal rights of all LGBTQ+…
Since early this year, Americans of Conscience has been collaborating with local nonprofits in southwest Georgia, an area hit hard by the pandemic due to systemic racial discrimination, unequal education, inadequate health care, food deserts, and more. Despite such hardships, the people of this community are innovators. It is a deep honor to build partnerships…
59 weeks to Midterm Elections The AoC Checklist features clear, well-researched actions for Americans who value democracy, equality, voting, and decency. We are a big tent for all people who want a kinder, flourishing nation. If you only have 10 minutes, take our top three suggested actions: Action 1: Urge the President to protect our…
Can we talk about voting? For many people, voting is a mildly inconvenient, but important obligation. But for others, voting is nearly impossible. Consider… A mom working two jobs who must drive 40 miles to drop off her ballot because decision-makers closed all nearby polling centers. A houseless person who can’t pay for a birth certificate…
In February 2017, I wrote the following question: “Have you ever watched a flock of Canada geese migrating together across a clear blue sky?” Those were the early days of a new administration. For many, it was a time of constant vigilance, packed protests, financial boycotts, and expressing views through postcards and phone calls. But…
68 weeks to Midterm Elections The AoC Checklist features clear, well-researched actions for Americans who value democracy, equality, voting, and decency. We are a big tent for all people who want a kinder, flourishing nation. If you’re new to the AoC Checklist, welcome!We’re so glad you’re here. Sign up to receive email notificationsevery time a…