Julie
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Pro-abortion and pro-keeping all the books on the shelves for everyone. Mom to 2 grown-ups, spouse to another. Grand-something to 2 small humans, 1 dog, 1 cat. @aocchecklist volunteer
I ❤️ #AoCChecklist founder Jen Hofmann’s Inspiring Messages. They help.
Americans of Conscience Checklist@aocchecklist.bsky.social · 2w agoAt the end of the day, the best thing we can do—for ourselves and our democracy—is resist letting our fear write the story. Read more about that in our Inspiring Message, “We Are Bigger Than the Headlines." https://americansofconscience.com/bigger-than-headlines/
We rise together. Join Unite & Rise for Voting Rights on Aug 8 and be part of a nationwide movement for civic engagement and voter participation. www.lwv.org/riseforvotin...
Unite & Rise for Voting Rights | League of Women Voters
On August 8, 2026, the League will host civic engagement actions across the country in honor of the anniversary of the Voting Rights Act.
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Voter suppression looms large, but you have some control. Take a moment today to ensure that you can vote in your state’s primary election and the general election on November 3. Open the most recent #AoCChecklist for Action 7. americansofconscience.com/07-24-2026/#...
Americans of Conscience Checklist: July 24, 2026 - Americans of Conscience
Take these clear and well-researched actions to advocate for democracy, equality, and decency across our nation.
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New list with 16 actions. Open the list to see which one(s) matter to you and be a doer.
Americans of Conscience Checklist@aocchecklist.bsky.social · 2w agoNew Checklist with 16 actions! AoCChecklist makes it easy to raise, protect, and promote rights that matter to you. https://americansofconscience.com/07-24-2026/
Americans of Conscience Checklist: July 24, 2026 Sixteen actions you can choose! Actions 1 and 3 have a July 31 deadline. americansofconscience.com/07-24-2026/
Americans of Conscience Checklist: July 24, 2026 - Americans of Conscience
Take these clear and well-researched actions to advocate for democracy, equality, and decency across our nation.
americansofconscience.com
“… the best thing we can do—for ourselves and our democracy—is resist letting our fear write the story. So, join me in making room in your heart for the good that We the People have accomplished so far and for what we can yet achieve together.” americansofconscience.com/bigger-than-headlines/
We’re Bigger Than the Headlines - Americans of Conscience
Getting caught up in the headlines can distort reality. We don't need to care less about what's happening, we need to care sustainably.
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One Good Thing. Make that phone call or fill out your reps’ contact forms. open.substack.com/pub/klgoing/...
One Good Thing: Weekly Call to Congress
Support Haitian Families
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Major Watson reminded us that meaningful change has always come from ordinary people who choose to act. We will continue carrying that message forward—with courage, determination, and love. #DOOR #GoodTroubleSquadron @defendersofourrepublic.org DM me if you’d like to join us.
Don't let the American government decide what books you and your family are allowed to read. action.everylibrary.org/hr_7661 via @everylibrary.bsky.social
PETITION: Don't Let the Federal Government Regulate Your Reading
Not one country's freedom and liberty has ever been increased by banning books.
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Don't let the American government decide what books you and your family are allowed to read. action.everylibrary.org/hr_7661 via @everylibrary.bsky.social
PETITION: Don't Let the Federal Government Regulate Your Reading
Not one country's freedom and liberty has ever been increased by banning books.
action.everylibrary.org
Every phone call, donation, contact form, postcard, letter, and conversation matters. Let’s continue advancing in the direction of our dreams with each action. Open and do for democracy, the planet, and equality with choices on the newest #AoCChecklist! americansofconscience.com/07-10-2026
Americans of Conscience Checklist: July 10, 2026 - Americans of Conscience
Take these clear and well-researched actions to advocate for democracy, equality, and decency across our nation.
americansofconscience.com
Here’s to rejecting inevitability. For inspiration, read “America’s Story Isn’t Finished” by #AoCChecklist Marissa Bracke. americansofconscience.com/americas-sto...
America's Story Isn't Finished - Americans of Conscience
Our work begins with rejecting the idea that the future is inevitable. Here's why that matters—and why the next chapter is still ours to write.
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Here’s an #AoCChecklist action related to the proposals from the Office of Management and Budget that HCR discusses here. Action 3: Prevent politicization of scientific and medical research. americansofconscience.com/06-26-2026/#...
Americans of Conscience Checklist: June 26, 2026 - Americans of Conscience
Take these clear and well-researched actions to advocate for democracy, equality, and decency across our nation.
americansofconscience.com
Heather Cox Richardson (TDPR)@hcrichardson.bsky.social · last mo.June 27, 2026
The admin is trying to use USPS as part of its voter suppression moves. A proposed rule would let federal officials block eligible voters from receiving mail ballots & override state election laws. You can comment on (oppose) this before or on July 2. americansofconscience.com/06-12-2026/#...
Americans of Conscience Checklist: June 12, 2026 - Americans of Conscience
Take these clear and well-researched actions to advocate for democracy, equality, and decency across our nation.
americansofconscience.com
Democracy works best when the path is clear, the rules are known, and the system gives eligible voters a meaningful opportunity to be heard. Voters should not have to wonder how to participate. Reject the multiple changes proposed the current federal admin. Election rules are decided by each state.
Prevent pipeline construction under a national monument! Take Action 10 on the recent #AoCChecklist before 4:30 pm CDT on June 22. That’s today! americansofconscience.com/06-12-2026/#...
Indigenous Environmental Network@ienearth.bsky.social · 3mo agoDeny the Magellan Pipeline permit! The Public Utilities Commission (PUC) NOW OPENED a public comment period, after rescinding the permit to approve a pipeline under 1 mile for the Pipestone National Monument. The public comment period is open NOW. Initial comments are due June 22 at 4:30pm CDT.
The current admin is attempting to repeal protections that prevent housing discrimination against LGBTQI+ people. Please send your public comment rejecting this by June 29. Go to transequality.org/earcomment or take Action 1 on the most recent #AoCChecklist americansofconscience.com/06-12-2026/#...
Tell HUD: Protect the Equal Access Rule! | A4TE
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This will take about 15 minutes. It will be time well spent.
Americans of Conscience Checklist@aocchecklist.bsky.social · 2mo agoDue by June 29: Uphold long-established fair-housing protections for transgender people. Comment on a proposed rule that would allow discrimination against transgender & nonbinary people seeking HUD-funded emergency shelter & other services. americansofconscience.com/06-12-2026/#action1
This will take approximately 15 minutes of your time. Staying silent on this is saying yes to USPS deciding who gets mail and who doesn’t.
Americans of Conscience Checklist@aocchecklist.bsky.social · 2mo agoTime Sensitive! Oppose unconstitutional involvement in voting by the U.S. Postal Service before July 2. USPS proposed a rule threatening to disenfranchise voters who rely on mailed ballots. Take this top action: americansofconscience.com/06-12-2026/#action2
Inspiring. "We are going to embrace the promise announced in the Declaration of Independence and stop what is wrong and create something new, just as our collective ancestors did, ” said April England Albright, National Legal Director of Black Voters Matter. Check out the links to learn more.
Black Voters Matter Fund@blackvotersmatterfund.org · 2mo agoAs part of the #WeGotUs campaign, Black Voters Matter launches Declaration of a New Nation, a new series exposing the gap between America's promises and reality while imagining a democracy where power, liberty, opportunity, and resources are shared by all. blackvotersmatterfund.org/black-voters...
Have you ever wanted to tell the administration what you think about its plans? Enter the Federal Register system! This overlooked tool of democracy allows citizens time to give input on proposed federal rules before they’re enacted.
Americans of Conscience Checklist@aocchecklist.bsky.social · 2mo agoLet's say YES to kindness and light, yes to a more equitable world. Open the newest #AoCChecklist and say yes with action(s) for better tomorrows.https://americansofconscience.com/06-12-2026/
From #AoCChecklist: The Good News shows that our constitutional rights and our democracy are being actively defended at the federal level in courts and Congress, as well as in our communities and neighborhoods. americansofconscience.com/good-news-05...
Just Good News — May 15, 2026 - Americans of Conscience
Beyond the headlines, here are good and principled things Americans are achieving for our nation.
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Terrific essay.
Maggie Tokuda-Hall@maggietokudahall.bsky.social · 3mo agoI wrote this essay last fall for print only & I'm republishing it with their permission bc we're talking about didactism in kidlit right now and I have HAD thoughts about the connection between instructive lit and book banning. I'd be honored if you read it. www.prettyokmaggie.com/blog/2026/5/...
We knew this but happy to have evidence, too. Not very gentle reminder to MAKE SURE YOU’RE READY TO VOTE in your state’s primaries and the Nov. 3 general election by taking Action 1: americansofconscience.com/04-24-2026/#...
Brennan Center@brennancenter.org · 3mo agoThe Supreme Court’s claims that racial discrimination in voting is no longer a problem are contradicted by clear evidence. bit.ly/3QIYd5B
The freedom to read is not partisan. It is American. Tell Congress to oppose the Federal Book Ban Bill. Via @everylibrary.bsky.social #read #reading #library #libraries action.everylibrary.org/hr_7661
PETITION: Don't Let the Federal Government Regulate Your Reading
Not one country's freedom and liberty has ever been increased by banning books.
action.everylibrary.org
Let’s share compassion today. To the moms locked inside Dilley, you can write a letter, make a card, or share a poem you love – every message matters. It’s all online, and the deadline is May 10, Mother’s Day
Children's Rights@childrens-rights.bsky.social · 3mo agoRight now, there are mothers locked inside Dilley. Some are consoling their children beside them. Some are missing them. All of them deserve to know the world is still fighting for them.
