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Aug 08

Kamala Harris chooses progressive Gov. Tim Walz as VP

By Our Revolution Homepage, Revolution Report

Kamala Harris chooses progressive Gov. Tim Walz as VP

Kamala Harris’ selection of Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz as her VP is great news for progressives! As Bernie Sanders said, “he will deliver for the working families of the US.”

Walz is a proven progressive who has successfully delivered on reproductive rights, clean energy, stronger labor protections, paid leave, free school meals, cannabis legalization, affordable housing, and gun safety — and just as important: he knows how to beat Republicans.

Polls show Harris and Trump are TIED, but adding Walz to the ticket gives us a fighting chance. This amazing news has progressives fired up, but this is still a razor tight race and we have work to do!

Choosing a Midwesterner committed to a working class agenda will make the ticket more competitive in key battleground states — but now we need to get to work! Donate to our Swing State Fund TODAY.

“The selection of Tim Walz as the vice-presidential nominee shows the Harris campaign is listening to the voices of progressives,” Joseph Geevarghese, Our Revolution Executive Director, told The New York Times this morning.

Tim Walz — a former high school teacher, football coach, and military veteran — defeated a six-term Republican incumbent to represent a red district in Congress before becoming a popular two-term governor.

He knows how to beat Republicans and that’s critical right now, because the polls show the presidential race is neck and neck, especially in the midwest.

Our goal is to raise $1.2 MILLION to deploy our voter turnout machine in all the swing states. For every $1 donated, we can make 5 voter contacts in Arizona, Georgia, Michigan, Nevada, Pennsylvania, Wisconsin, and North Carolina.

With less than 100 days to go before Election Day, we need to maximize our voter outreach, break the tie in the polls, and make sure we win the electoral college to stop Trump’s return to the White House.

“Governor Walz’s strong pro-labor record and dedication to working-class issues align with our movement’s goals to take on corporate power and create an economy that works for everyone,” Our Revolution Executive Director, Joseph Geevarghese told The Guardian. “His leadership in Minnesota, from expanding workers’ rights to tackling corporate influence, showcases his commitment to policies that benefit the many, not the few.”

Joseph continued, “As we face increasing challenges both domestically and abroad, it is crucial that our leaders address the concerns of those skeptical of the United States’ support for policies that exacerbate conflict and injustice, such as the current situation in Gaza. Our Revolution stands firm in advocating for a foreign policy that prioritizes peace, justice, and the protection of human rights. We urge the Harris-Walz ticket to engage thoughtfully and meaningfully with these critical issues.”

According to a recent survey fielded by Our Revolution, respondents made clear that their enthusiasm for Harris is tied to her willingness to take on the corporate elite and powerful special interests, deliver on economic and environmental issues that directly improve voters’ quality of life and put government back on the side of working people.

When asked which policies would turn out more voters in support of the Vice President in key battleground states and across the country, respondents ranked campaign finance reform and holding corporations accountable as their top choices. Voters want to see a commitment to getting big money out of politics and breaking the corporate capture of government to pave the way for real policy change.

The survey results indicated broad support for specific policies, including climate action (to end fossil fuel subsidies, lower energy costs, and create new jobs), health care (ending medical debt and expanding Medicare to include dental, hearing, and vision), a permanent ceasefire in Gaza (ending endless wars to redirect defense spending), and creating affordable housing (including a federal 5% cap on rent prices).

Aug 05

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Revolution Report: August 03, 2024

By Our Revolution Revolution Report, Uncategorized

INSIDER NEWS FROM THE FRONTLINES OF THE POLITICAL REVOLUTION

Right-wing billionaires, corporate cronies, AIPAC, and MAGA donors are pouring millions into Democratic primaries trying to unseat some of our top progressive champions in Congress.

We refuse to let powerful voices like Rashida Tlaib, Ilhan Omar, Cori Bush, Pramila Jayapal, and others be silenced by the donor class.

Our Revolution and the progressive movement are mobilizing to out-organize Big Money. This means speaking directly to voters through phone banks, online outreach, and knocking on doors.

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Following President Biden’s debate, Our Revolution surveyed over 35,000 of our supporters, and we were among the first grassroots groups to sound the alarm about Biden’s diminished chances. We polled again after Biden passed the torch, and we’re putting your input into action.

That’s why we’re urging VP Kamala Harris to commit to a strong, progressive economic agenda — which 73% of you tell us is key to helping ensure a defeat of Trump in the swing states and beyond this November.

Nearly 1 in 3 progressives are uncertain about Harris’ prospects to beat Trump, and say the best way for Dems to win is to tackle the economic struggles of working-class Americans. Harris is clear on the fight to save democracy and protect women’s reproductive rights, but our members want Harris to expand the base and campaign on kitchen table issues to win in swing states. Read more about our survey results here.

Top priorities include campaign finance reform and standing up to corporate power, climate action (end fossil fuel subsidies, lower energy costs and create jobs), health care (end medical debt and expand Medicare - dental, hearing and vision), a permanent ceasefire in Gaza (and redirect military spending), affordable housing (plus a 5% cap on rent prices), raising the minimum wage, growing unions, and universal childcare.

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This month marks 8 years since Bernie founded Our Revolution and sparked a movement that has advanced the progressive agenda at every level of government and elected 1,000+ progressives across the country!

Right now, AIPAC and rightwing mega-donors are targeting some of our top progressive allies in Congress, and we have great opportunities to expand on Our Revolution’s mission to build down-ballot progressive power.

Check out our powerhouse progressive slates below — and please donate any amount to make sure we max out our GOTV work to elect progressives in each of these states!

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Tuesday is the last day to vote in Missouri for US Rep. Cori Bush and Our Revolution’s amazing slate of progressives from Governor to the State House and St. Louis Committee.

We’ve been proud to help build a progressive governing majority in St. Louis with Our Revolution Board Member Megan Green leading the Board of Aldermen. Local leaders and organizers have worked to deliver real change — from taking on big developers to growing labor power.

Now, we’ve got to protect and expand the gains we’ve made — and that starts with re-electing one of our most formidable partners in Congress — Cori Bush.

“If we want a brighter future for our country and our world, we need to make change that people can feel,” Cori told us. “We build power by getting more of us in there who are willing to put our minds, our bodies and our reputations on the line to deliver equity and justice for our communities.”

In addition to supporting Cori, we’re organizing to elect a progressive Governor in MO! Crystal Quade has led in the State House to restore our abortion rights, stand up to corporate special interests, and stop China and Russia from buying up farmland and squeezing out local farmers.

Ben Murray, Bill Stephens, and Marty Murray are all running for State House to make a difference on gun reform, the environment, worker rights, LGBTQ+ and racial justice, and much more — including fixing the broken Missouri Legislature with direct democracy initiatives.

As St. Louis Sheriff, Alfred Montgomery will build a community that thrives on trust, transparency, and unity. He will bring his focus on youth and anti-poverty initiatives, and has plans for restorative justice and jobs programs for exited offenders.

And, Mike Gras is running for St. Louis Committeeman in Ward 9 to be a champion for democracy, housing, reproductive rights, and top notch education for every child in the city.

Survey: Harris vs Trump

By Our Revolution Homepage, Policy Fights, Press Release, Revolution Report

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Wednesday, July 31, 2024
CONTACT: media@ourrevolution.com

73 Percent of Democrats Believe a Strong, Working-Class Economic Agenda is Necessary to Boost Harris’ Chances of Beating Trump

According to the survey of more than 34,000 likely progressive voters, confidence levels of Democrats defeating Trump have more than doubled since Biden bowed out, but 1 in 3 remain unsure that Harris will prevail.

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Our Revolution, the largest grassroots-funded progressive political organizing group in the United States, is releasing the findings of a sweeping new survey of more than 34,000 Democratic voters across the country. The respondents, a subset of the organization’s grassroots network of approximately 8 million supporters in all 50 states, were surveyed via email from July 22 to 24 and again from July 29 to 31.

Half of respondents surveyed reported earning below $125,000 annually, with one third bringing home under $50,000 a year. Topline findings from the survey reveal that:

The vast majority of Democratic voters (85 percent) are relieved and encouraged by President Joe Biden’s decision to step aside as the Party’s nominee.
Nearly all respondents (94 percent) say they remain worried about a second Trump presidency.
30 percent of survey respondents feel uncertain Harris can beat Trump. In a previous, post-debate survey, just 30% of Democrats expressed confidence that Biden would win re-election.
A strong majority of Democratic voters, 73 percent, believe that committing to a strong, working-class economic agenda will increase Harris’ chances of beating Trump.

“These results underscore the substantial boost in excitement we’re seeing with Harris at the top of the ticket, but translating this newfound energy into actual votes won’t happen on its own,” said Joseph Geevarghese, Executive Director of Our Revolution. “If Democrats are going to retain the White House in November, we have to get behind a strong, working-class economic agenda that speaks directly to the most pressing concerns of young people, progressives, and swing state voters alike — a substantial block of which are still concerned about Harris’ ability to beat Trump. These are the kind of policies that will rebuild trust and generate enduring enthusiasm that translates into votes and volunteer activism heading into the election.”

Survey respondents made clear that Harris needs to come out as a strong leader willing to take on the corporate elite and powerful special interests, who will deliver on economic and environmental issues that directly address voters’ quality of life and put government back on the side of working people.

When asked which policies would turn out more voters in support of the Vice President in key battleground states and across the country, respondents ranked campaign finance reform and holding corporations accountable as their top choices. Voters want to see a commitment to getting big money out of politics and breaking the corporate capture of government to clear the way for real policy change.

The survey results indicated broad support for specific policies focused on climate action (to end fossil fuel subsidies, lower energy costs and create new jobs), health care (end medical debt and expand Medicare to include dental, hearing, and vision), a permanent ceasefire in Gaza (and an end endless wars to redirect defense spending), and create affordable housing (plus a federal 5% cap on rent prices). Other priorities included raising the federal minimum wage, growing unions through labor law reform, and universal childcare.

“These findings make clear that the Harris campaign’s recent reversals to oppose a ban on fracking and a single-payer health insurance program will dampen progressive enthusiasm which she will need heading into November,” Geevarghese added.

Last November, political scientists from Stony Brook University and the College of William and Mary conducted an extensive survey of the Our Revolution network to better understand the composition of the organization’s support base. According to findings, the vast majority (80 percent) of Our Revolution supporters identify as Democrats, with three-fourths of respondents reporting that, beyond just voting, they contributed money, canvassed, or otherwise directly participated in electoral activities on behalf of Democratic candidates for House, senate, or local races in the 2022 midterm elections.

Joseph Geevarghese, Executive Director of Our Revolution, is available to discuss these survey findings and the path to a Democratic victory in 2024. To schedule an interview, contact: media@ourrevolution.com.

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Our Revolution is America’s largest grassroots progressive political organizing group, born out of Senator Bernie Sanders’s 2016 presidential campaign. It focuses on mobilizing communities, electing progressive champions, advocating for progressive policies, and transforming the Democratic Party to serve people, not corporate interests.

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Jul 21

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Statement on President Biden’s Decision Not to Seek Nomination

By Our Revolution Homepage, Party Work, Revolution Report, Take Action, Uncategorized

Our Revolution, Nation’s Largest Progressive Political Organizing Group, Statement on President Biden’s Decision Not to Seek the Nomination

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Following President Biden’s decision not to seek the Democratic nomination, Joseph Geervarghese, Executive Director of Our Revolution, the largest grassroots-funded progressive political organizing group in the United States, released the following statement

“Our Revolution commends President Biden’s courageous choice to put the country over personal ambitions. We thank him for his service and dedication to the nation. His willingness to listen to the party’s base demonstrates his commitment to our shared mission of defeating Trump.”

Geervarghese continues, “Our Revolution appreciates President Biden’s recent embrace of Bernie Sanders’ plans to cancel medical debt, raise the minimum wage, and cap national rent increases at 5%. This acknowledgment of our progressive platform shows his dedication to listening to our members and we fully expect the top of the ticket to continue embracing these policies.

As we look ahead, our members expect the next nominee, likely Vice President Kamala Harris, to adopt and champion a progressive platform that delivers for working families and rebuilds trust in government and the Democratic Party. With these exciting and tangible policy priorities now part of the party platform, we are hopeful that the new nominee will invigorate interest in the Democratic ticket, ensuring we defeat Trump in November.”

Our Revolution, representing an 8 million-strong grassroots network, conducted an initial survey that showed approximately 70% of progressives supported Biden stepping aside as the Democratic nominee, with 32% indicating they are less likely to vote for him following the debate. These survey results, first reported by POLITICO Playbook, highlight the sentiments of grassroots progressives about President Biden and the upcoming election.

Jul 10

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Impeach SCOTUS

By Our Revolution Homepage, Policy Fights, Revolution Report

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Our Rev Supports Articles of Impeachment Against Supreme Court Justices Samuel Alito & Clarence Thomas

“Let’s face it, the nation’s highest court has been compromised. Justices Alito and Thomas are on the payroll of billionaire Republican donors and must be held accountable for violating the law and betraying the trust of the American people”

Our Revolution supports the filing of articles of impeachment against Supreme Court Justices Samuel Alito and Clarence Thomas, both of whom continue to face mounting scrutiny for failure to disclose millions of dollars worth of lavish gifts from conservative billionaire donors.

Recent reports indicate that both justices have received undisclosed gifts and substantial financial advantages from wealthy conservative supporters. Also, they have not recused themselves from cases where conflicts of interest exist and have demonstrated support for efforts to challenge the results of the 2020 presidential election.

These actions constitute abuses of power and are impeachable offenses. They undermine the impartiality and legitimacy of the Court and violate the public’s trust.

The effort to uphold the Constitution, led by U.S. Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (NY-14), comes on the heels of the shocking decision by the nation’s highest court to grant broad immunity from prosecution to former President Donald Trump as he faces felony charges for his efforts to overturn the 2020 election results.

“Let’s face it, the nation’s highest court has been compromised. Justices Alito and Thomas are on the payroll of billionaire Republican donors and must be held accountable for violating the law and betraying the trust of the American people,” said Our Revolution Executive Director Joseph Geevarghese.

Geevarghese continues, “If Congress refuses to take action, the horrifying ruling granting broad immunity to would-be dictators will only be the tip of the iceberg. Democracy is truly on the line, and we stand firmly behind efforts by Congressman Ocasio-Cortez to reign in these rogue justices.”

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Jul 02

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Post-Debate Survey Results

By Our Revolution Homepage, Policy Fights, Revolution Report

Post Debate Survey Results

On the heels of last week’s presidential debate, Our Revolution has released the findings of a sweeping new survey of more than 17,000 progressive Democratic voters across the country.

The Our Revolution polling results were first reported this morning by POLITICO Playbook.

The respondents, a subset of the organization’s grassroots network of approximately 8 million supporters in all 50 states, were surveyed via email in the 72 hours immediately following last Thursday’s debate.

Responses from 17,410 Our Revolution supporters reveal that:

67 percent of respondents think President Biden should suspend his presidential campaign
32 percent are less likely to support Biden after the debate, while 57 percent say it did not affect their support
15 percent say they are unlikely or very unlikely to vote for Biden if he remains the nominee and 11 percent are unsure
8 percent say they are likely and 65 percent say they are very likely to vote for Biden
94 percent are worried about a Trump second term
38 percent of people feel sad, 35 percent frustrated, and 11 percent angry, after the debate
9 percent feel fired up or hopeful

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Jun 28

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End Polluter Welfare Act

By Our Revolution Homepage, Policy Fights, Revolution Report

Sen. Bernie Sanders and U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar recently introduced the End Polluter Welfare Act in Congress to end tax loopholes and taxpayer handouts to the fossil fuel industry.

It’s time to demand our politicians stop using OUR MONEY to pay oil and gas companies to kill us. We must break their deadly business model, and forge a path to a clean energy paradigm — now before it’s too late.

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Jun 26

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Rep. Krasnow – Major Victory

By Our Revolution Homepage, Policy Fights, Revolution Report, Uncategorized No Comments

It may be David vs Goliath, but Our Revolution candidates in Vermont just won a major victory against the fossil fuel industry — one we hope to see replicated in state after state!

The historic legislation requires oil and gas companies to pay for the climate damage they cause. “If you make a mess, clean it up,” VT Rep. Emilie Krasnow said on our Fight for the Future Town Hall.

A barrage of climate catastrophes, including torrential flooding caused billions in damage last year and was a “real wake-up call for many,” she said. “Even our Republican Governor agrees that the burden should not rest on the taxpayers — on working Vermonters, small businesses, farmers.”

Vermont Lt. Gov. David Zuckerman told us he and Emilie will keep pushing for legislation to transition the state’s biggest power companies to 100% renewable energy, which the Governor vetoed this round.

Zuckerman has worked with Bernie for decades, so he knows uphill battles that can be won. He’s also a lifelong farmer who has experienced the devastation of climate events firsthand and seen people come together in times of environmental crisis.

“We can’t let them pit us against each other,” David told us. “Climate affects all of us. When we unite, we are more powerful than the corporate powers. We just have to see it.”

Early voting for the Vermont primary starts in just 2 weeks and runs through Aug. 13th, when Emilie, David, and Bernie Sanders will all be on the ballot for re-election.

Donate any amount to make sure Our Revolution maxes out our GOTV work to re-elect Bernie and climate champs like Emilie Krasnow, and David Zuckerman in Vermont!

Jun 22

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Revolution Report: September 17, 2024

By Our Revolution Revolution Report, Uncategorized

INSIDER NEWS FROM THE FRONTLINES OF THE POLITICAL REVOLUTION

We are just weeks away from Election Day, and Our Revolution is hosting a LIVE Call on Monday, Sept. 30th to jumpstart the 2024 Homestretch with U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar and The Nation’s John Nichols to discuss the state of the race.

We will also drill down on exciting down ballot races and ballot measures that will directly impact crucial issues like housing, union rights, and climate. You don’t want to miss this! RSVP here to join us LIVE at 8:30pm ET/5:30 PT on Monday 9/30.

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In a rare and shocking move, the Teamsters Union announced it will not endorse the Democratic candidate for President, VP Harris.

Not only does this mean LESS boots on the ground in this final homestretch to Election Day, but NEARLY 60% of Teamsters say they’re voting for Donald Trump!

Working class voters are pivotal in this election, and it’s up to us to get the word out on Trump’s economic policies and his broken promises to workers. Help us urgently expand our organizing in the swing states.

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In Our Revolution’s post-debate survey of 12,000 progressives, we found a motivation deficit that must be overcome if we hope to defeat Trump in November. Some worrying signs:

HALF indicated they’re not motivated to talk to friends and family or volunteer to help turnout voters.
Nearly HALF have doubts that Harris will take on corporate power, and a quarter distrust her authenticity.

Look, we’re not crazy about the Dick Cheney endorsement either (as Our Rev Director Joseph Geevarghese told The Atlantic), but we’ve seen Harris can be moved on issues from medical debt to price-gouging. If you want to help make sure we have a terrain to fight on in 2025 — rather than battling Trump for four years — chip in here.

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With polls tight, Our Revolution launched a massive Swing State Operation to make 5 million voter contacts into the 7 key battleground states — Arizona, Georgia, Michigan, North Carolina, Nevada, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin.

Biden/Harris narrowly beat Trump by less than 300,000 votes in these states four years ago, and 2024 will be a turnout election — whichever side runs the most effective voter mobilization will prevail.

We must maximize the next 45 days to Nov. 5th. That’s why our organizers are pounding the pavement to recruit volunteers and invest in expanding our phone banks, email and text operations. Support our Swing State Fund here.

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Join our 2024 Swing State Phone Bank to help defeat Trump from anywhere in the country. As early voting gets underway, we’ll be calling into all 7 battleground states for 7 days, and it all kicks off Wednesday, Oct. 2nd. This is how we run up the margins where it counts the most!

SIGN UP HERE

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The mature forests of Washington State may have just been saved by a mere 49 votes that gave Dave Upthegrove victory in his race for Public Lands Commissioner.

Our Revolution carried out ballot curing efforts that validated 57 ballots to make the margin of victory — out of 1.9 million votes cast. We also made over 300,000 voter contacts in the lead up to this election!

Dave was the only candidate not funded by the timber industry. With his background in conservation, Dave will protect the forests, work to prevent forest fires, and grow local economies. And he will be the first openly gay statewide executive in state history!

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In Massachusetts, we’re celebrating the victories of U.S. Reps. Ayanna Pressley and Jim McGovern — both champions for progressive economic policies that uplift working families. They have both called for a ceasefire and to freeze US military assistance to Israel.

Down ballot, we have two more progressive victories: Mara Dolan for the Governor’s Council in District 3, and Allison Cartwright for Supreme Judicial Clerk in Suffolk County.

Chip in to help us beat Trump and the far right, while electing more progressives like these up and down the ballot this November.

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Congrats to Jacqueline "Jack" Porter who WON as the clear progressive choice for Tallahassee City Commission — where we are now just ONE seat away from achieving a progressive majority!

Porter is focused on the affordable housing crisis, economic insecurity, gun violence, and environmental justice — and her strongest opponent is a real estate developer backed by the police union.

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Congratulations to our winning candidates in Rhode Island! This is how we make a more progressive State House that will deliver for working people and families.

State Reps. Enrique Sanchez, Brandon Potter, Kelsey Coletta, and Cherie Cruz will fight for fair wages for all workers, solutions to the housing crisis, and better education and healthcare for all.

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Victory in Delaware! Congrats to Eric Morrison for State Representative in District 27. Eric will be an incredible ally in the fight for economic and social justice in the State House.

We are proud to support him in his mission to advance paid sick leave, an end to the criminalization of poverty, growing union power, and more.

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NEW ENDORSEMENTS

Our Revolution just endorsed three new candidates for Richmond City Council in California! Claudia Jimenez, Sue Wilson, and Melvin Willis have all spent years in service to their communities.

We know they will remain undaunted in their commitment to our progressive values as leaders on the council — from social justice to protecting the environment. This is how we build power from the bottom up.

Please chip in any amount to help power our voter turnout operations in 2024. As we battle Trump and the far right, we must also invest in defending AND expanding progressive power across the country.

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As Politico reported, Our Revolution is getting out the vote for Yes on Prop 33 — the ballot measure for much-needed Rent Control in California.

We’re phone banking, texting, emailing, and having one-on-one conversations with California voters — and many are sharing their housing stories and struggles with us.

Orin in Santa Rosa is having to live on a small boat because it’s simply too expensive to live on land in California.

Arianna, a new mother in Whittier, said her partner works 12 hours a day and they can still barely afford to live. “A man was recently killed in a drive-by shooting on our street,” she said crying. “It isn’t safe here, but it's the only apartment that we can afford.”

The rent is too damn high! The AVERAGE rent is now $2,895 in California, and more than 171,000 people are now homeless in the state.

Not only will Prop 33 allow cities and counties to expand Rent Control, it will allow local communities to stop predatory corporate landlords from charging unfair and unaffordable rents.

We are proud to be part of this massive coalition of renters, families, veterans, seniors, and young people fighting alongside social justice organizations and labor unions for Justice for Renters.

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Bernie Sanders went live from the Senate floor this week to call for an end to U.S. support for Netanyahu’s war on Gaza.

He announced that he will introduce a resolution to STOP the $20 billion U.S. weapons sale to Israel because our government is breaking U.S. and international law by continuing to fund Netanyahu’s war regime.

Stand with Bernie: Support his resolution to block weapons sales to Israel. Not another nickel, and not another bomb, for Netanyahu’s immoral war on the people of Gaza.

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BIG OIL vs. GREENPEACE

Greenpeace is under attack from the notorious corporate polluter Energy Transfer - which is trying to bankrupt the organization for standing up against the Dakota Access Pipeline.

As Rep. Jamie Raskin told the Wall Street Journal, "Energy Transfer’s $300 million lawsuit against Greenpeace shows how megacorporations deploy legal strategies to strong-arm and crush their critics."

Our Revolution is joining with hundreds of our allies to demand that the corporation - which also is behind the massive pipeline fire now raging in Houston - to drop the meritless lawsuit, warning that it “could have a chilling effect on anyone engaged in peaceful protest and assembly.”

SIGN THE LETTER AND HELP SAVE GREENPEACE!

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We are just weeks away from Election Day, and Our Revolution is hosting a LIVE Call to jumpstart the 2024 Homestretch with U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar and author John Nichols to discuss the state of the race on Sept. 30th.

Tune in to hear about key down ballot races and ballot measures that will directly impact crucial issues like housing, union rights, and climate. Don’t miss out! RSVP now and we’ll send you a reminder to join us LIVE at 8:30pm ET/5:30 PT on Monday 9/30.

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Billionaires and corporate cronies are pouring millions into the 2024 election trying to elect Trump AND beat some of our top progressive champions up and down the ballot— but we refuse to be silenced by the donor class.

We must out-organize the Big Money and rightwing extremists with a massive GOTV operation in the swing states and beyond. Please chip in any amount to power our voter turnout operations across the country in 2024. As we battle Trump and the far right, we must invest in defending AND expanding progressive power up and down the ballot.

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Join as part of our 7 Days of Calls into the 7 Swing States — starting Oct. 2nd. Volunteers are joining from around the country to sign up for phone bank shifts to help shift the outcome of the 2024 Election.

Be part of the fun and know that you were part of the margin of victory when we wake up on the morning of November 6th. Click here to take action with Our Revolution’s Swing State Phone Bank.

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We’ve brought back our coziest Our Revolution Hoodie just in time for Fall and the homestretch to Election Day. Every purchase from our store helps power our organizers on the ground and on the phones. Thanks for your support!

PICK UP SOME MERCH TODAY!

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WHEN WE ORGANIZE, WE WIN!

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Jun 19

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Revolution Report: June 15, 2024

By Our Revolution Revolution Report, Uncategorized

INSIDER NEWS FROM THE FRONTLINES OF THE POLITICAL REVOLUTION

AIPAC and Trump donors are spending $25 million trying to unseat Congressman Jamaal Bowman — a champion for peace, climate, reproductive rights, and racial justice.

Hillary Clinton just joined them in supporting his opponent, a corporate Dem taking money from anti-abortion Republicans who oppose Biden’s agenda to tax the rich.

Pitch in whatever you can so we can ramp up our GOTV operation for Bowman as early voting starts today!

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Not only is our democracy on the line but so is the fate of our planet. We have to fight back against the big money trying to buy our elections and buy policy that enriches Big Oil at our expense.

That’s why Our Revolution hosted our Fight for the Future Town Hall on Monday with U.S. Rep. Jamaal Bowman, Vermont Lt. Gov. David Zuckerman, Vermont Rep. Emilie Krasnow, and Rev. Lennox Yearwood Jr. of the Hip Hop Caucus.

Our movement is mobilizing to re-elect these powerhouse climate champions and organize for the next phase of the climate fight. To do that, we have to out-organize the Big Money flooding Democratic primaries from right-wing billionaires, corporate cronies, AIPAC, and MAGA donors.

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Early voting starts TODAY in New York, and Our Revolution is part of a progressive coalition hitting the streets and the phones for Jamaal Bowman in this final stretch to Election Day June 25th.

Up to $25 MILLION is pouring into the NY-16 primary in a coordinated effort to try to replace Bowman with a corporate Democrat, who has become the largest recipient of AIPAC money so far this election cycle.

“They dropped another million on their ads,” Bowman said at our Town Hall Monday. “They’re spending an astronomical amount simply because we’re fighting for peace and justice, equality and humanity, and especially because we called for a permanent ceasefire in Gaza.”

Bowman is also under assault from MAGA money — “the same money that goes to fighting abortion rights from women, voting rights, climate action,” he told us. “They don’t want a working-class person in this seat, they want someone who will bend the knee to Big Money in politics — which we’ll never, ever do because that’s what’s accelerating the destruction of our democracy.”

Like Jamaal said, “Organized people beat organized money every time.” If you’re near NYC, we need you to join us in knocking on doors during this final stretch! Bernie and AOC will also be coming in for a rally.

All hands on deck! Sign up here to GOTV with fellow progressives for Jamaal Bowman.

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It may be David vs Goliath, but Our Revolution candidates in Vermont just won a major victory against the fossil fuel industry — one we hope to see replicated in state after state!

“We can’t let them pit us against each other,” David told us. “Climate affects all of us. When we unite, we are more powerful than the corporate powers. We just have to see it.”

Early voting for the Vermont primary starts in just 2 weeks and runs through Aug. 13th, when Emilie, David, and Bernie Sanders will all be on the ballot for re-election.

Donate any amount to make sure Our Revolution maxes out our GOTV work to re-elect Bernie and climate champs like Emilie Krasnow, and David Zuckerman in Vermont!

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Speaking of Bernie — while Donald Trump is begging Big Oil for a billion dollars to help get him back in the White House, our coalition for climate is taking the fight against fossil fuels to the next level.

Sen. Bernie Sanders and U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar recently introduced the End Polluter Welfare Act in Congress to end tax loopholes and taxpayer handouts to the fossil fuel industry.

Rev. Lennox Yearwood Jr., President of the Hip Hop Caucus, inspired us all on the Fight for the Future Town Hall as he called for us to break out of our siloes and reach folks with a clear, unifying message:

“We’re on the brink. We must stop using our tax dollars to fund the madness of our extinction. As human beings, we must say, ‘No, we will not fund our destruction anymore,” Rev. Yearwood said.

“The Trump tax breaks expire in 2025, so this is an opportunity, a critical moment in history,” he urged. “This is not a partisan issue, I don’t know anybody who wants to pay someone to poison their child.”

Every dollar you donate to Our Revolution helps us mobilize the grassroots to support crucial legislation like Bernie’s bill to End Polluter Welfare. Chip in today!

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NEW ENDORSEMENTS!

In addition to Jamaal Bowman in New York, Our Revolution is also supporting FIVE progressives for state assembly seats — this is how we build out the legislature with champions for climate, healthcare, housing, wages, and justice.

If you’re in New York state or know someone who is, let folks know about these powerhouse progressive champs on the ballot: Sarahana Shrestha (AD-103), Claire Cousin (AD-106), Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas (AD-34), Eon Tyrell Huntley (AD-56), and Gabriella Romero (AD-109).

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Our Revolution is excited to endorse NINE progressives for the Colorado Legislature!

For State House we’re backing: Tim Hernandez (HD-4), Junie Joseph (HD-10), Kyra deGruy Kennedy (HD-30), Manny Rutinel (HD-32), Bryan Lindstrom (HD-36), Sarah McKeen (HD-51), Yara Zokaie (HD-52), and Andrew Boesenecker (HD-53).

And, we are supporting Mike Weissman for State Senate (District 28). The Colorado primary is June 25th and early voting starts this Tuesday (June 17th)!

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On Tuesday, we joined a LIVE event on Worker Organizing with the Economic Policy Institute and discussed new developments at the National Labor Relations Board.

NLRB General Counsel Jennifer Abruzzo gave us a breakdown of all the major reforms her office has undertaken. And, Our Revolution Chair Larry Cohen - former President of the Communications Workers of America - joined her on a panel to talk about the impact on workplace organizing.

The NLRB has taken great measures to support worker organizing and bargaining rights under the Biden administration, and we got to hear from Cindy Estrada, Strategic Advisor to the President of the Center for Transformational Organizing, AFL-CIO.

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Jamaal Bowman is not the only one under serious attack. Right-wing billionaires, corporate cronies, AIPAC, and MAGA donors are pouring millions into Democratic primaries trying to unseat some of our top progressive champions in Congress.

We refuse to let powerful voices like Rashida Tlaib, Ilhan Omar, Cori Bush, Pramila Jayapal, and others be silenced by the donor class. Even Politico is highlighting the scourge of Republican money being dumped into Democratic primaries.

Our Revolution and the grassroots progressive movement are mobilizing in districts across the country right now to out-organize the Big Money. This means speaking directly to voters through phone banks, online outreach, and knocking on doors.

DONATE TO HELP US DEFEND AND EXPAND PROGRESSIVE POWER IN CONGRESS IN 2024

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We heard from Congressman Jamaal Bowman on our call Monday about how he is under attack by AIPAC and MAGA in his run for re-election in NY-16 — but people power can beat big money in this race.

We hope you’ll sign up to hit the streets as part of our GOTV operation, led by Our Revolution Volunteer Organizer Joe Lawrence.

CLICK HERE TO GOTV FOR JAMAAL BOWMAN

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