Evening Roundup, July 16
Midterms in Michigan, summertime democracy, April Ryan w/ Rep. Greg Meeks, Contrarian Calls to Action, a new CA seat, and Todd Blanche is WHOSE attorney?
Spotlight Story
Hot Mic
Even in Summertime, We Can't Lose Focus
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Summertime — and the fight for democracy — is sizzling, especially in the states. Here’s what is happening across the country.
Create ‘Good Trouble’ and Fight Street-Camera Surveillance
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Democracy is not a spectator sport. Whether you want to exercise your right to vote, join a protest, call your elected officials, run for office, or keep tabs on the week’s hottest issues and protests, The Contrarian has you covered.
Election Epicenter
Democrats Are California Dreamin' for November
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After Texas redrew its congressional map to help win more seats for Republicans, California followed suit with Proposition 50 to favor Democrats. After the redistricting, Republican Darrell Issa announced his retirement, making the newly-redrawn 48th district an open seat.
I hope Marni von Wilpert wins her district. She has talent. Her law was upheld by the courts and she is a cancer survivor to boot. You go girl!
Trump & Co debunked voter fraud claims are a fraudulent excuse for voter suppression. #VoteBlue https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Y3hPQgWAxc