87 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 Complete our top three most pressing actions: Action 3: Oppose barriers to voting in…
“Nobody’s free until everybody’s free.” ~ Fannie Lou Hamer (1917-1977) These words come from a civil rights activist who persevered despite losing nearly everything—her job, her possessions, her uterus, the right to run for office—to people who actively sought to oppress her as a Black woman. She is not alone. Her story is shared by…
89 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 Start by making a donation to SOWEGA Rising (details here) so AoCC can match…
We know that injustice persists, so what more can we do? If you’re like me, you wonder what comes after the peaceful marches and writing election postcards. Short version: Americans of Conscience is announcing a year-long, collaborative relationship with SOWEGA Rising, a non-profit working to improve the well-being and political power of marginalized Southwest Georgians.…
We need to talk. I’m going to say this as kindly as I can, but I want to be clear: American democracy is vulnerable. It’s going to take extraordinary measures to right the ship. And those measures include you. If you’ve followed AoCC for any length of time, you know that we support relaxing. Cultivating…
91 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. I value democracy. With respect and collaboration, we work to create a nation that welcomes all people, expands freedoms, and…
93 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. I value democracy. With respect and collaboration, we work to create a nation that welcomes all people, expands freedoms, and…
Not yet united As the new administration unveils its agenda and policies, this is a time of relief and renewed hope for many Americans. We could not be more pleased for our neighbors from all walks of life — students, Dreamers, LGBTQ folks, families in ICE detention, and many more. Those who care about democracy,…
217 weeks down, 10 days to Inauguration Day 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. I value democracy. With respect and collaboration, we work to create a nation that welcomes all people, expands…
Our 2021 plan, thanks to your input: As we open into a new year, I’m grateful for the almost 1,000 responses we received to our end-of-year survey. Along with team discussions, you helped us create our clear, three-fold plan: Undo the damage of the previous administration: End the pandemic equitably, restore democratic norms, hold domestic…