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Hi folks. Busy week. I am almost so distracted by the Musk/Trump battle royale that I don't have time to look for links! Trump-Musk feud explodes online, turns personal with Epstein comments and contract threats
Earlier this week, I wrote about my experience at the California State Democratic Party conference, if you are interested: What Does A Super Majority Get Us?
Blueprint for Saving Democracy
"Democrats" are elected officials, government agencies, unions, and non-profits. "Grassroots" are individuals, political organizing groups, and informal groups. "Disloyal Opposition" are Republicans, conservatives, business interests, and other interests more typically aligned with the GOP agenda.
The Democrats
Messaging
Governments denounce Trump’s travel ban and vow to push back against US
Judicial Action
Florida Bar complaint accuses Bondi of ethical ‘misconduct’
Judge finds Kristi Noem likely violated due process on TSA collective bargaining
Trump administration must bargain with TSA officers' union, for now, says US judge
Federal judge protects trans care for federal prisoners, blocking Trump order for now
Direct Action and Escalation
Defying Trump, National Portrait Gallery director Kim Sajet is still at work
CDC official overseeing COVID-19 vaccine recommendations resigns
The Grassroots
Messaging and Media
Elon Is Out, and We Should Take the Win
Direct Action and Escalation
Livermore rally demands father be returned from ICE detainment
WorldPride gathers in Washington as Trump rolls back LGBTQ+ rights
List of Cities Hosting 50501 Protests on June 6
Another national Trump protest is happening — this one takes aim at his birthday military parade
'No Kings' protests planned against Trump military parade; see when, where
Defying DeSantis, Florida Pride Marchers Light Up Jacksonville Bridge with Rainbow Colors
Provision of Services
How Volunteer Patrols Are Working to Protect San Diego Immigrant Communities From ICE
The Disloyal Opposition
As the TACO trade goes viral, another is gaining traction: ‘Anywhere But The USA’
Kennedy Center sees ticket sales fall dramatically amid Trump intervention
As law firms and clients push back against Trump, he shifts focus to judicial 'vetters'
Conservative Torches ICE Chief’s ‘Pathetic’ Excuse for Agents Wearing Masks
