Our mission brought us to UC Irvine! 🚀🇺🇸 Astronauts Danny Ovlivas and Steve Smith had a great time connecting with students and sharing the importance of making their voices heard this November. A big thank you to UCI School of Social Ecology for inviting us and helping spread the message! 🗳️

Another stop on our Vote For Freedom Tour! 🚀 🇺🇸  Thank you to Ohio State University for welcoming Astronauts Linda Godwin and Sandra Magnus to campus and being part of our mission to share the importance of making their voices heard at the polls with students!

Our Vote For Freedom Tour is on the move! 🚀 🇺🇸 We’re visiting college campuses nationwide, inspiring the next generation of Americans to get out and vote. Take a look at where our mission is headed next, with more stops coming soon!

A huge thank you to El Paso Community College for welcoming Astronaut Danny Olivas as part of our Vote For Freedom campaign! 🚀🇺🇸 We’re grateful to the EPCC community for joining us in encouraging the next generation to make their voices heard.

“Freedom of the press is one of the great bulwarks of liberty, and can never be restrained but by despotic governments.” — Virginia Declaration of Rights, 1776

Meet John Herrington, the first enrolled citizen of a Native American tribe to fly in space. John works with the Chickasaw Nation to expose more Native students to math and science exploration. John’s also inspiring our next generation of young voters to make their voices heard.

Support Your Local Poll Workers! 🇺🇸  These essential volunteers work countless hours on the front lines to ensure a free and fair election. Astronaut Garrett Reisman is a poll worker this November, and we encourage YOU to join him. Learn more at AstronautsForAmerica.org.

“We the People” is more than the opening of our Constitution, it’s a reminder that our democracy depends on all of us. This #ConstitutionDay, we reflect on our shared responsibility & our unwavering commitment to protect the freedoms they represent. 🇺🇸 📜 @constitutionctr.bsky.social

Our Vote For Freedom College Tour is officially underway❗ 🎉🇺🇸 Today, on National Voter Registration Day, Astronaut John Herrington kicked off our tour at GVSU. Thank you to all of the students who came out to learn more about the importance of participatory democracy and voting. 🫵 🗳️

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Astronauts for America National College Tour

Astronauts for America National College Tour

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Going to the polls is a small step for you, but a giant leap for our country. 🚀 🗳️  This #NationalVoterRegistrationDay, take the first step by registering to vote! Every voice has the power to make a difference. Check your voter registration at AstronautsForAmerica.org

Thank you to MS Now for joining our mission!🇺🇸🚀 As Astronauts For America, we’re coming together to help light a path for democracy and inspire the next generation to make their voices heard. Head to AstronautsForAmerica.org to learn more.

We’re just one week away from #NationalVoterRegistrationDay! 🗳️🇺🇸 Every voice has the power to make a difference, and your perspective matters. Take a moment to confirm your voter registration so you’re ready to make your voice heard! Visit AstronautsForAmerica.org to check your registration today.

This #NationalReadABookDay, we’re taking inspiration from astronaut Scott Kelly’s Endurance: A Year in Space, A Lifetime of Discovery, the remarkable story of his year aboard the International Space Station & the perseverance, resilience & determination that got him there. 📚

A massive thank you to everyone who came out to support Astronauts for America at the California Science Center this summer. ☀️ 🚀  We were honored to receive support from such talented young members of our community - James Olivas, Olly Sholotan and Shaun J. Brown!

Astronaut Danny Olivas joined LiveNOW from FOX to discuss our mission: to empower young Americans across the country to register, vote and make their voices heard. 👉  To learn more and support our mission visit AstronautsForAmerica.org

“Astronauts For America, we are reaffirming our love of our country & its values by standing up together and speaking out, & hopefully inspiring others to do the same.” ❤️  🤍  💙   Thank you to Katie Couric Media & Molly Simms for a thought-provoking interview with Astronaut Cady Coleman.

This Saturday, August 15 is your last chance to have your donation to Astronauts For America matched by a generous donor. Give today and double your impact at AstronautsForAmerica.org.

From breaking barriers to exploring the unknown, women astronauts have shown us what’s possible when courage, curiosity, and determination take flight. All donations matched through Friday, August 15. Join the mission at AstronautsForAmerica.org.

Thank you to everyone’s favorite Science Guy, Bill Nye, for supporting Astronauts for America’s mission. Are you ready to join us? 🚀 🗳️ Go to AstronautsForAmerica.org!

Double your impact. 🇺🇸  Thanks to a generous donor, every donation to Astronauts for America will be matched through August 15, 2026. That means your support can go twice as far. Donate today and help us connect with young voters at astronautsforamerica.org.

"It's an incredible privilege, our highest privilege." — Astronaut Steve Smith 🚀 🇺🇸 Today marks the 61st anniversary of the Voting Rights Act, a historic milestone that helped protect every American's right to vote.

We're embarking on our Vote For Freedom tour, but we need your help to launch the mission! A generous anonymous donor has pledged to match every dollar given to Astronauts For America starting TODAY through August 15. Double your impact by donating at tinyurl.com/VoteForFreedomTour!

Jeanne Gibson, one of the last remaining "Rosie the Riveters," passed away this week at 100. Astronauts For America honors her memory, the courageous work she performed, and echoes her message:

Our mission is underway. 🚀  🇺🇸  🗳️   Together, we’re inspiring the next generation to make their voices heard! Learn more about our Vote for Freedom Campaign at AstronautsForAmerica.org.

We want YOU to join our mission! 🇺🇸 With your support, we are protecting American constitutional democracy for the long term. Beyond any election cycle. Head to AstronautsforAmerica.org to sign the pledge and join our crew. 📸: Getty Images, Tommaso Boddi

Going to the polls is a small step for you, but a giant leap for our country! 🚀 🇺🇸 I am a proud member of @Astronauts4America, who came together at the @CaliforniaScienceCenter to launch our four-month nationwide college tour to encourage voting. Join our mission at AstronautsForAmerica.org.

Shining a light on our Vote For Freedom Campaign launch. 🚀✨🇺🇸 Support our mission at AstronautsForAmerica.org!

The Apollo 11 mission splashed down 57 years ago today. Steve Lindsey describes the landing process for his shuttle missions years later as we celebrate the anniversary of this remarkable moment.