NEWS FROM THE POLITICAL REVOLUTION

HEADLINES: Bernie’s Mission for Us | Taking the Fight to Oligarchs | Confronting GOP Congressmen | Town Hall w/ Ro Khanna | Save Public Media | Key Elections & Victories | Dem Party Survey Results |

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TURNING ENERGY INTO ACTION

36,000 in Los Angeles. 20,000 in Salt Lake. Bernie and AOC are packing stadiums across the country and leading the way. But, this is more than a show of strength — it’s a call to action.

Bernie is calling on us to use this energy to build power from the bottom up . Our Revolution is organizing the movement to resist Trump’s authoritarianism and elect progressives at all levels of government.

Read about our election victories and endorsements below, and donate to help us fulfill Bernie’s mission.

The Trump Regime is unleashing vicious attacks on crucial social programs, vulnerable communities, our democracy, and the planet. It can feel overwhelming, but we are not powerless — and we are not alone.

Our 2025 Plan is to mobilize a Citizen Army of grassroots activists to fight back against Trump and the Oligarchs, seize the reins of the Democratic Party from the corporate elite, and elect the next generation of leaders in key down-ballot races across the country. Read about how we’re carrying out our work below!

JOIN THE CITIZEN ACTION TEAM

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Grab a yard sign to show your opposition to Trump, Elon Musk, and the Oligarchs who think they can subvert our democracy. We are not alone and we will not be silent.

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From massive Hands Off protests to record-breaking Bernie rallies — our movement is rising up nationwide to say NO to Trump and Oligarchy.

Momentum is building, and Our Revolution is bringing the fight right to the oligarchs’ doorstep. The night before Tax Day, Our Revolution activists paid a visit to the Tax Man: Trump’s Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent.

We showed up at Bessent’s $12 million dollar mansion in Washington D.C. and lit up a projector calling to Defund Oligarchs. WATCH THE VIDEO HERE.

Trump put a literal oligarch in charge of the IRS and he's on a mission to deliver MASSIVE tax cuts to his fellow billionaires — paid for by us of course and cuts to programs millions of us rely on.

Scott Bessent is a former hedge fund executive and Wall Street insider now running the U.S. Treasury. He is decidedly on the side of the oligarchs, saying concerns about oligarchy are just "class envy" during his confirmation hearing.

He also opposes raising the federal minimum wage, claiming it would “distort markets” and is pushing for fewer corporate regulations — giving billionaires even more unchecked influence.

Our Mission in this moment: Fight Oligarchy. We are planning many more of these actions targeting billionaires and oligarchs subverting our democracy. Join our Citizen Action Team to get involved!

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Trump and his billionaire backers are trying to push through a budget that would slash Medicaid in order to pay for massive tax cuts for the wealthy.

We’re keeping the heat on GOP Reps , with our Citizen Action Team members confronting many of them in the halls of Congress. For example, David Schweikert , who has 150,000 constituents who rely on Medicaid, and Rob Bresnahan , who has more than 250,000 — a quarter of his constituents!

Vulnerable Republicans are getting nervous – and our direct organizing paired with Bernie’s rallies in key red districts turned up the heat even more, pushing 12 to publicly announce they will not support the Medicaid cuts as part of Trump’s plan to hand trillions in tax breaks to billionaires.

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As Republicans gut vital services, attack our democracy, and serve the billionaire class, GOP figures hide from constituents — refusing to hold real town halls or answer the tough questions.

We’re done waiting. It’s time to show up. On Monday, we joined Congressman Ro Khanna for a town hall in Whitehouse, NJ — the district of Rep. Tom Kean Jr. — to send a clear message that our democracy belongs to us.

Trump and his lackeys think they can dismantle our government and subvert our systems to serve the Oligarchy at our expense. They’re wrong. We’re fighting back to ensure our economy and technology work for the people, not just the billionaires.

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The massive protests and rallies aren’t just about venting frustrations. We’re mobilizing behind Bernie, AOC , and other leaders - not just to push back - but to set out a powerful vision of what we’re fighting FOR.

Higher wages, worker rights, equal justice, good jobs, anti-corruption, real democracy, healthcare, education, housing and more. This is what the people support, and we’re building up leadership who will fight to deliver.

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Trump is demanding Republicans defund public media like NPR and PBS — and Congress will vote in just 11 days!


Our Revolution has been working tirelessly with our partners Free Press and ACLU, union workers at NABET-CWA and others to raise the pressure on Congress to reject this push and protect public media.

This is about safeguarding the very foundations of an informed, educated, and empowered public.


That’s why we’re mobilizing thousands to flood Congress with calls, hosting media-grabbing demonstrations, and activating our Citizen Action Team across the country to fight back.

Add your name today: Tell Speaker Johnson and Congress that we won't let Trump silence NPR and PBS.

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Three of our candidates just won board of alder seats in St. Louis, Missouri — where we got out the vote to build on the progressive governing majority our movement has helped elect in recent cycles!

• In Ward 1, Anne Schweitzer is a champion for raising wages, clean water, better housing, safety and more.

• In Ward 7, Alisha Sonnier is dedicated to youth and family empowerment, equitable development, and housing as a human right.

• In Ward 3, Shane Cohn is a tireless advocate for our neighborhoods, youth, and public resources.

Our progressive bloc in St. Louis - led by Board of Alders President and Our Revolution Board Member Megan Green - have already successfully pushed initiatives for labor, wages, direct democracy, universal basic income and more. Let’s keep it going!

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Congratulations to Barbara Lee — the next mayor of Oakland, CA!

Barbara was the first black woman in Northern California elected to Congress, and she is a lifelong fighter for peace, poor and working people, reproductive rights and so much more.

“Barbara Lee’s victory didn’t come from high-priced consultants or billionaire donors. It came from decades of service, community trust, and organizing with and for the people of Oakland,” said Joseph Geevarghese , Executive Director of Our Revolution.

“That’s what builds movements. That’s what wins elections. And that’s what our politics needs more of right now. The Democratic Party should be looking to her example as a roadmap for how to win by investing in people, not pandering to power.”

Our Revolution was proud to stand in her corner, mobilizing tens of thousands by call and text as our local group OR East Bay knocked doors on the ground in Oakland.

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Polls are open across Texas, and Our Revolution is mobilizing voters for key down-ballot races ahead of Election Day May 3rd!

We’re proud to support grassroots leaders who are organizing in their communities, not cozying up to corporate donors.

First up — Laura Cadena is running for City Council in Dallas. She served in City Hall for eight years and understands how local government can work hand-in-hand with the community.

From cost of living and affordable housing to climate action and sustainability, Laura is a champion on the issues that matter most.

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Also in Dallas, Adam Bazaldua is running for re-election to city council in District 7.

Adam chaired the Dallas Green Alliance before being elected in 2019. He has served on committees for the environment, workforce education, and economic development, and has brought bold leadership to City Hall as Deputy Mayor Pro Tem.

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In Fort Worth, Chris Nettles is up for re-election to City Council in District 8.

Chris knows that local government must meet the needs of Fort Worth’s growing population. He is working to expand public transportation, increase affordable housing, grow good-paying jobs, and help the houseless population in Fort Worth.

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In San Antonio, we’re supporting Councilwoman Teri Castillo for re-election!

A community organizer and fierce advocate for housing, climate, and public investment, Teri has delivered historic wins for District 5 and continues to lead with urgency and integrity.

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We surveyed more than 4,500 active Our Revolution supporters, and the results show growing frustration with the Democratic Party establishment.

As Bernie said: “If we waited on them to defeat Trumpism and move our country forward, we'd be waiting forever. So it is up to us.”

There is clear momentum to transform the party from within—by electing bold, grassroots challengers who will reject corporate PAC money and take the fight directly to Trump and his enablers. Read the breakdown in Common Dreams.

“The voters we organize with are sounding the alarm: they want fighters, not placeholders,” said Joseph Geevarghese, Our Revolution executive director.

“If the party establishment continues to sleepwalk through this crisis, they’ll be replaced by a new generation of leaders who aren’t afraid to take on the fight of our lives.”

The message is clear. People are done waiting while the stakes get higher every day. Here is what some of you told us about how you’re feeling about the party and the political landscape:

• “We need leaders who will fight — not just tweet.”
• “I want to hear daily opposition to Trump’s agenda.”
• “Quit being wimps.”
• “Schumer and Jeffries need to step aside.”
• “We’re running out of time.”

A recent Harvard poll confirms what we’re hearing: 72% of Democrats support ditching the cautious, centrist approach and confronting the MAGA right with bold, progressive leadership.

If we’re going to meet the urgency of this moment, we can't wait for the political class to catch up. We have no choice but to build power — and transform the Democratic Party from the inside out. Chip in to help power this effort!

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As Bernie and AOC draw massive crowds along their Fight Oligarchy Tour , Our Revolution’s Citizen Action Team is organizing thousands of activists to turn this energy into action in D.C. and across the country.

When you pick up this new vintage Bernie hat (and other great NEW merch!) in the Our Revolution store , you’re helping to power our actions and pressure campaigns to block the worst of the Trump agenda. Thank you.

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Our Revolution’s Citizen Action Team is 57,000 activists strong and growing! We’re taking action in the streets and in the halls of power to stop the worst of the Trump regime and fight for our values.

Our grassroots army is mobilizing and mounting pressure campaigns to protect Medicaid, Social Security, the Postal Service, public media, the EPA, worker rights, and so much more.

There’s something everyone can do to help, big or small. Sign up to be part of the Citizen Action Team, and we’ll loop you in on our next meeting!

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WHEN WE ORGANIZE, WE WIN!