Quote of the Week
“In fact, there is no law that says election results must come the same day as the elections. Historically they used to take days.”
— Heather Cox Richardson
Action of the Week
Demand that Jake Auchincloss disgorge his Palantir funding. While advertising that he is “fighting back” against ICE as our representative, Auchincloss has accepted over $22,000 in donations from Palantir executives for his campaign war chest. Palantir Technologies is the engine behind ICE’s surveillance infrastructure. The company has a $30 million contract for “ImmigrationOS,” a new database that will combine protected tax, Social Security, and immigration records into a real-time tracking system for the Trump administration’s mass deportation agenda. Learn more here. Call Auchincloss at (202) 225-5931 or email him here.
D-Day Democracy Day Bridge Brigade
Join us on Saturday, June 6th, 9:00 to 11:00 a.m., at the Kendrick Street Bridge over I-95 in Needham to participate in a nationwide action to message from a thousand overpasses. On D-Day, June 6, 1944, ordinary people did extraordinary things to defend democracy against fascism. This June 6th, we honor that legacy by reminding thousands of drivers that everyday citizens are standing up for democracy right here at home. Park on Hunting Road on the Needham side of the bridge. Sign up with bridgebrigade@newton-indivisible.org to participate.
Elections Action Team
Join us on Thursday, June 4th, at 7:00 p.m., at FUUSN, 1326 Washington Street, West Newton, to write helpful letters to Florida voters to give them vital information about voter ID laws. The last time we held this event, it was a roaring success! And, like last time, there will be snacks!! RSVP here. Then head over to our list of actions for other ways that you can engage in the fight for free and fair elections!
In-Person Newton Indivisible Meeting
Join us for an in-person meeting on June 14th, 4:00 to 5:30 p.m., at FUUSN, 1326 Washington Street, West Newton. The Elections Action Team will lay out our strategy for winning the 2026 midterms. Learn about key races, major threats to free and fair elections, and opportunities for action! Yummy refreshments will be served.
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Candidate Forum for our 4th Congressional District (CD-4)
Who should represent Massachusetts’ Fourth Congressional District in the US Congress? We will have a primary contest! Indivisible groups across CD-4 will hold a forum for each candidate: Jake Auchincloss and Jason Poulos.
Join us on Wednesday, June 17th, at 7:00 p.m., to virtually meet the challenger, Jason Poulos. Register here to hear directly from Jason Poulos about the issues shaping our communities and his vision for the future, and to ask your own questions ahead of the Democratic primary. Learn more about Jason Poulos.
Laughtivism Action Team
Congratulations on an amazing turnout on last Sunday’s event. The event included two shows, each including two performances. Rain did not prevent the crowd from enjoying all the performances! Curious about Laughtivism? Join us for more creative fun! Contact laughtivism@newton-indivisible.org.
Rallies Action Team
We will hold our 63rd RESIST standout in Newton Centre Green at the intersection of Beacon and Center Streets on Saturday, June 6th, from noon to 1:00 p.m. Bring your own signs. Check out The Big List of Protest Signs for ideas. Contact rallies@newt,on-indivisible.org for more information; registration is optional.
Call for Skilled Volunteers with Web-Related Expertise
Are you looking to leverage your expertise to make a big impact? We need skilled volunteers for important projects concerning the mid-term elections across the country, with content production and technical skills for updating content on websites. Email the organizers at bdrs@newton-indivisible.org with your questions, or jump right in by completing this form to sign up.
More Opportunities to Take Action
Please visit our Opportunities to Take Action page for a listing of important ongoing initiatives. The list is updated weekly along with our newsletter.
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