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In early January, I was on a plane to Florida with Claire Headley to see our friend Mike Rinder in what ended up being his final days. I brought up an idea: Would the board of the Aftermath Foundation consider renaming the organization in Mike’s honor? The Aftermath Foundation is a nonprofit organization with the mission of helping those who want to leave Scientology and the Sea Org but lack a system of support they can rely on while getting on their feet in the outside world. The Aftermath Foundation was inspired by our A&E documentary series and those who were brave enough to tell us their stories, but the truth is, without Mike’s position in Scientology and his fearless fight to expose them after he escaped, there would have been no Aftermath series—no movement like this at all. Many of our courageous contributors asked to share their stories largely due to Mike’s position in Scientology and his unwavering courage. Before I could even finish my thought, Claire said tearfully, “Yes, let me take it to the board.” Within 24 hours, the board unanimously agreed. The Aftermath Foundation is now named the Michael J. Rinder Aftermath Foundation. I had hoped Claire and I would be able to tell Mike about this together—I had naively and wholeheartedly believed he was going to pull through. It’s been nearly two months since Mike’s passing, and if I am being completely honest and vulnerable, I haven’t been able to get over this loss. I’ve only left the house four times in a month, and I still can’t find peace with my reality without him. I hope you all had a chance to read Mike’s final post on his blog and honor him by continuing to do the work he dedicated his life to, in whatever way you can. I have linked to Mike’s final post at the end of this post. Please keep Mike’s memory alive and honor his legacy by continuing the fight. We all miss Mike very much, and my world just feels off its axis. But we will keep working to expose Scientology and David Miscavige for what they are, and we will do it in Mike’s name. Thank you to the board of the Michael J. Rinder Aftermath Foundation for bringing Mike’s name into your important legacy, and thank you, in particular, to all those who help grant recipients get back on their feet after they make the brave decision to escape from Scientology. I also want to personally thank all of you who made a contribution to the college fund of Mike and Christie’s son Jack. Raising money for that fund was one of Mike’s final wishes. Finally, please take a moment to learn more about the Michael J. Rinder Aftermath Foundation—click here: bit.ly/41mUFbX (Mike’s final blog post: bit.ly/414g9ci)

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On Sunday, we lost a giant, and I lost a man who was more than a friend—he was my family. It’s impossible to imagine the last 13 years of my life without Mike Rinder. He was my anchor, my trusted partner, and my closest confidant. The thought of moving forward without him feels unbearable. When I left Scientology, Mike was one of the first people I turned to. From that moment, he became my lifeline. Together, we embarked on an incredible journey that included The Aftermath and our podcast, Fair Game. But Mike was so much more than my partner in this fight—he was my brother, my father, my best friend… in every way that mattered. Mike saved my life and the life of my daughter. He stood by me through battles that felt insurmountable, giving me strength when I had none left. I owe him a debt I could never repay. I haven’t yet come to terms with the reality that I can’t call him, text him, or hear his voice anymore. I am shattered in ways I never thought possible, overwhelmed by the weight of this loss. I have cried endlessly and can’t seem to move from my bed since coming home from being with him and his grieving family. I’ll have so much more to say about Mike and the legacy he leaves behind—words that will attempt to honor his immeasurable contribution to this world, to my life, and to the lives of countless others. But for now, I want to honor his memory by fulfilling one of his last wishes: encouraging support for his son Jack’s college fund. In his post-Scientology life, Mike was a man transformed. He worked tirelessly to right the wrongs of his past and beyond. He owed no one anything. Mike was offered a lot of money to stay silent about Scientology’s criminal activities, and he refused and did the work. There was not one call that Mike didn’t take, not one person Mike didn’t try to help, despite the many heartbreaks he endured from those who needed him. Mike also became an incredible husband and an attentive, loving father to Jack and his stepson Shane. One of the many heartbreaks Mike suffered was the absence of his older children, Taryn and Benjamin, who disconnected from him due to Scientology’s cruel policies after he courageously escaped its abuse. Mike adored Jack, who is just 12 years old. He was consumed with knowing he wouldn’t be there to see Jack grow into adulthood. If you’re able, I hope you’ll join me in contributing to Jack’s college fund, ensuring that Mike’s dreams for his son can still come true. Click Here To Contribute: bit.ly/40945pE Please keep Mike’s brave and devoted wife, Christie, their son Jack, and Mike’s stepson Shane in your thoughts and prayers. They’ve lost a husband and father whose love knew no bounds, and I’ve lost someone whose presence in my life was irreplaceable. My Mikey, I will miss you every day, and I just don’t know how to do it without you.

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In a critical moment when our country needed her, @KamalaHarris rose to the challenge. America, let’s elect someone who has the experience, the character, and the strength to look at all the challenges our country is facing and create a better future for us all. We’ve only got 9 more days to make it happen. Let’s go: go.KamalaHarris.com

Young men of America: Donald Trump is not a real man, he's a weak and petty coward who wants to have power over you because he thinks you’re stupid and afraid. Don’t let him. Vote for a woman, and show Trump you are more of a man than he could ever be.

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The New York Times endorses Kamala Harris for president

Robert De Niro: “It makes me so fucking angry that we're here talking about a piece of shit like Donald Trump."

I have some real concerns about what another Trump presidency means for women in this country — and I wanted to share some of my thoughts. If this resonates with you, send this video to every single person you know and remind them what’s at stake in this election.

For my Florida friends voting early, we're strongly supporting our friend @whitfox in the FL13 Congressional race. As a leader, a parent, and a lifelong Tampa Bay resident, she'll work tirelessly to deliver for the district.

Wow. Powerful ad by The Lincoln Project using Trump’s words.