Fake and false information proliferates. From bad headlines normalizing the regime by repeating GOP lies, to AI stories designed to make you click, disinformation is everywhere.
There are clear tactics to spot, and counter this flood of falsehood. Read on for tips.
Republicans gerrymander, purge voter rolls in blue places, create ID obstacles and work for low turnout. Propaganda machines churn out claims you’re a chump if you vote (protest, call Congress, boycott…)
What does that tell you? Your vote matters! Our elections aren’t particularly fair, but they aren’t shams either. Overwhelm them by voting EVERY race on EVERY ballot.
What does that tell you? Your vote matters. Our elections aren’t particularly fair, but they are still elections. So overwhelm them by voting EVERY race on EVERY ballot.
Food insecurity affects millions of American children. One-third of SNAP beneficiaries are children. This holiday season is going to hit kids hard. Make your gifting go further by including simple kid-friendly real food as an option in your Halloween bowl.
Many subscriptions come with gift links. Terms vary — you might get a set number per month, or per subscription. Research the terms for any newsgroups you subscribe to, then use your gift links to share stories you think are important.
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Plan a party with a purpose. Charities do it all the time, and you can too! Plan a dinner with single-serve desserts and have an auction. Plan a bingo night with proceeds to the food bank.
Let people know what the plan is up-front, and enlist a friend to co-host.
Throw a fundraiser Find Out How »
If you get a refund in April, it means you loaned money to the government interest-free. Adjust your W-2 withholding to deduct less. Your goal should be to owe a little money after you file taxes, but less than $1000.
This is not a tax protest. This is a legal adjustment that keeps money – and control – in your pocket.
TODAY’S ISSUE: Speaker Johnson needs to swear in AZ’s newly elected Rep Grijalva. The House is getting paid, but not working, while hundreds of thousands of Americans are working without getting paid.
5calls.org has a script and your rep’s number.
The next in our “feed people” series, this entry takes a little more dedication. Inspired by a story about a woman posting on Buy Nothing! “I can afford to help a small family. One adult, and up to two children with basic supplies.” here are some tips on adoption a family.
Costco has re-asserted its commitment to DEI and fair pay repeatedly over the years. If bulk buys are too much, consider a mini co-op or donate spare units to a food bank. Click through for nuance.
