Alexis Sterling

The winner of the 2024 Chuck Olson Spirit Award, James Ergle, second from left, stands with OPTIONS President/CEO Carrie Mercke, left, Chuck’s sister Lauri Boudreau, and OPTIONS Development Director Casey Rudolph.

As Kamala Harris and Bernie Sanders label Trump a “fascist,” warnings mount over his potential second term and its threat to democratic norms.

The immediate implications of the ban have already alarmed humanitarian agencies and the international community, with concerns mounting over the agency’s ability to support those in desperate need.

Virginia’s controversial voter roll purge raises alarms over disenfranchisement and sets a national precedent, impacting voting rights for eligible citizens.

With the removal of ERIC, battleground states face a potential flood of biased voter roll purges ahead of the 2024 election.

This reform aims to restore public trust in the political process, countering the power of wealthy donors and special interests.

"Every victory counts, and every setback is a reminder of the work that remains to secure bodily autonomy for all Americans.”

The move follows Trump’s resounding electoral victory, described as a mandate to fulfill campaign promises, including the mass deportation of undocumented immigrants.

With a Congress poised to push for sweeping tax cuts for the wealthy and corporations, progressive organizations brace for a fierce battle to prevent policies that would deepen inequality and burden working Americans.

The coalition launched the “No More Weapons for Israel’s War” campaign, urging millions of their members across the U.S. to call on their senators to support joint resolutions of disapproval (JRDs) to block the transfer.