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“Don’t throw up your hands when it’s time to roll up our sleeves” @kamalaharris Now is the time to fight. To build community. Check out your local Democratic organizations. If Democrats truly banded together there would be no stopping us. The power is ours to take.

Inner City Law Center is proud to announce that lawyer and former Second Gentleman of the United States, @DouglasEmhoff, will receive our Humanitarian Award at our Annual Awards Luncheon, May 20. Join us in celebrating and get your tickets here: e.givesmart.com/events/NhI/pag…

Mifepristone is safe and effective health care, and access to health care should be a right for every American.

#KamalaHarris blasted the Trump administration as “corrupt, incompetent [and] callous” while condemning the Supreme Court’s recent ruling to weaken the Voting Rights act: “[The Republicans] have had an agenda that has been in place for decades: to make it so difficult for the people to vote that they won’t,” she said at Public Counsel’s annual William O. Douglas Award Dinner on Wednesday night. “They’re so damn scared of losing the midterms.” wp.me/pc8uak-1lHd8K

Today’s Supreme Court ruling guts the Voting Rights Act and turns back the clock on the foundational promise of equality and fairness in our election systems. Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act was one of the last remaining federal protections for Black and brown voters against maps deliberately drawn to dilute their political power. That protection has been stripped away. It is an outrage. But it is not a surprise. It is part of an agenda that conservatives set in place decades ago to steal power from everyday people and then cling to that power for generations. The court’s decision is motivated by politics and designed to give an upper hand to Donald Trump’s Republican Party, which faces the threat of losing the upcoming midterm elections. We must pay attention to what happens next. The fight now returns to the states. Legislatures — particularly those in the South — will rush to redraw districts before voting for the midterms begins in just a few months. Already, Louisiana and Florida are planning to redraw their maps, and we should not be surprised if others rapidly follow suit ahead of the midterms and 2028. Their politically-motivated power grab is meant to protect elected Republicans from any consequences for their failure to make groceries, gas, health care, or housing more affordable for you and your family. They want to cheat and choose their voters, instead of the voters deciding who they choose. The mission before us is to restore the power of the people. There is no question our fight became harder today, but I know we are up for the battle.

TOMORROW — VP KAMALA HARRIS @KamalaHarris is giving the KEYNOTE ADDRESS at our Fisher Shackelford Dinner 🤩 This is her first keynote address following the 2024 election— & she’s doing it here in the Natural State ✅ Didn’t get a ticket? Stream it here: goodchange.app/donate/fishe2e

Michael Tilson Thomas approached his work with creativity, innovation, and passion. He loved music, and he loved the impact music made on his audience and the world. I was lucky to enjoy his work for many years at the San Francisco Symphony, and I was even more fortunate to call MTT a friend. Doug and I send our prayers to his family, friends, and all those who have been touched by his brilliance.

It was an honor to reflect on my friend Mashama Bailey for @TIME 100 and the many ways she is building bridges between cultures and traditions: time.com/collection/100…

“Leadership, legacy, and opportunity, ✨honored to have Vice President @KamalaHarris here on campus today!” 📸: ncatsu_uec

“I almost broke my leg and my back running down Noble Hall stairs to see our next President” ~ sarahlee_1817 Oh, @KamalaHarris, you are absolutely and completely adored 🥹🥹

MVP @KamalaHarris made a surprise stop at North Carolina A&T State University, drawing a big, energetic crowd of students. tt: trackgirl4L

Vice President Kamala Harris gives a speech about the power of the next generation at North Carolina A&T State University. 🎥: earnest_g_

The President of the United States is threatening to commit war crimes and wipe out a "whole civilization" — all because he started a disastrous war of his own making and had no plan and no strategy for how to end it. This is abhorrent, and the American people do not support this. Trump's recklessness is needlessly putting our brave service members in harm's way, destroying America's global standing, and making life even more unaffordable for the American people. We must all stand against this and oppose funding this illegal war of choice.

Definitely my favorite picture from today Doug smiling taking a selfie with @KamalaHarris not looking. 😂 📸: @DouglasEmhoff.

Congratulations to Coach Cori Close and the @UCLAWBB team on your dominant performance during March Madness and your history-making national championship. To Coach Dawn Staley and @GamecockWBB: We applaud your hard-fought season. Your grit and excellence continues to inspire.

Donald Trump votes by mail. But this week, he signed an Executive Order so you can’t. Why? Because he is scared of your power, and he is scared of losing the midterms.

A few thoughts ahead of the President’s speech tonight.

.@DouglasEmhoff at the No Kings protest in Malibu, CA.

NEW: @DouglasEmhoff was a featured speaker at the Malibu No Kings rally today!! 🔥💙 📸: Ken Lubas

Long before today’s ruling, we knew social media was harming our young people. Teens, parents, advocates, and even casual observers begged tech and elected leaders to take action. While we applaud this decision, we have much more work to do to protect young people online and support their mental health and wellness.