, I am thrilled to announce that Former Secretary of State and Attorney General of North Carolina, Rufus Edmisten, has endorsed my campaign for Lieutenant Governor! In his press release, Rufus said, “I am endorsing Terry because I know that she is the most capable candidate and is willing to work with Governor Cooper to get North Carolina back on the right track. As Lieutenant Governor, Terry will be the ally we … Continue reading →
Tell Acting Director of National Intelligence Joseph Maguire:“Publicly pledge to protect the identity of the Ukraine whistleblower and any others who bravely step forward to defend our democracy.”ADD YOUR NAMEDonald Trump can feel the walls closing in.But he’s shown that he’s vengeful, and he’s not above using the powers of his office to punish his enemies. And there’s no one he’s angrier at than the Whistleblower who let the world … Continue reading →
Tell Acting Director of National Intelligence Joseph Maguire:“Publicly pledge to protect the identity of the Ukraine whistleblower and any others who bravely step forward to defend our democracy.”ADD YOUR NAMEDonald Trump can feel the walls closing in.But he’s shown that he’s vengeful, and he’s not above using the powers of his office to punish his enemies. And there’s no one he’s angrier at than the Whistleblower who let the world … Continue reading →
Hi Dcik!Nina here from the Congressional Progressive Caucus’ digital fundraising team, reaching out about our recent campaign to save public broadcasting.I know many Progressives enjoy and rely on public broadcasting programming. I’m right there with you.I’m so excited to report that, as of this morning, Progressives across the country have brought us only $1,824 away from our goal!Our deadline is TONIGHT, so we’re counting on top supporters like you to help us … Continue reading →
BREAKING NEWS, Richard.Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez has a Democratic primary challenger, and he’s serious business.Bronx Democratic Councilman Fernando Cabrera announced his campaign to challenge AOC yesterday, claiming she “has brought nothing to the district — not one job. She cost the city 25,000 jobs by opposing the Amazon headquarters and $27 billion in revenues.”Cabrera, a clear corporate Democrat, then went on to say, “Why not have Amazon high schools to prepare our kids … Continue reading →
The Memo: Bad polls for Trump shake GOPPresident Trump’s troubles are deepening, according to several recent opinion polls that show rising public support for impeachment.Those polls include one released Wednesday from Fox News that sent shockwaves through Washington. It indicated 51 percent of voters support impeaching Trump and removing him from office.Trump pushed back at that poll vigorously on Thursday, as did his campaign. But the broader fear among Trump … Continue reading →
The Social Security 2100 Act has over 200 co-sponsors in the House, but several Wall Street Democrats are holding up this critical bill in the Ways & Means Committee.We’re applying grassroots pressure by driving Expand Social Securitytrucks around their districts, starting with Rep. Stephanie Murphy’s district in Florida.Donate right now to send a message to every Democrat who’s standing in the way of the Social Security 2100 Act: Expand our earned benefits and … Continue reading →
This month things are getting quite busy over here at DFA. I’ll be traveling to a few places over the next few weeks so my cell or email will be best in case you need to reach me. First, I will be in Ohio for the Presidential debates, then off to Maine to support our endorsed candidate Betsy Sweet who is challenging Susan Collins in a critical Senate race, and … Continue reading →
Hey Richard & Norma— Did you see Scott’s email? We only have TWO more days to stand up for Made in USA! Please sign our petition and tell the FTC to strengthen Made in USA enforcement. —Elizabeth Richard & Norma, It’s pretty straightforward. When you see a product that’s labeled “Made in USA,” you expect that product to be MADE in USA. Unfortunately, some companies purposely mislabel their imported products as Made in USA, and right now they are getting away with … Continue reading →
Is Gov. Cooper Responding to the Pressure Over Duke Energy and Enviva Expansions?NC WARN and our wonderful allies pulled off a well-coordinated outside-inside protest of Gov. Roy Cooper’s continuing support for Duke Energy’s fracked gas/ACP expansion and Enviva’s forest destruction last Friday. (See videos below)With about 90 of you on hand, we countered Cooper’s narrative about his new “Clean Energy Plan” by showing that this state is making the climate … Continue reading →