The Smile: 10/8

Hi friend,

Happy Wednesday! Across the country, blue states are rising up to defend democracy, state sovereignty, and the rule of law. From Illinois to Oregon, Democratic leaders are taking bold action to block Donald Trump’s unconstitutional National Guard deployments — proving that power still belongs to the people, not an authoritarian president.

✍️ Add your name to applaud these states for defending the Constitution, protecting their residents, and standing strong against Trump’s abuse of power!

And in more good news: Chicago journalists are suing the Trump administration over its violent crackdown on free press, renewable energy has overtaken coal as the world’s top power source, and Democratic leaders are demanding back pay for furloughed workers during the shutdown.

Let’s dive into the good news! 💛

Blue states fight back against Trump's National Guard moves

Jeffries says Democrats will demand back pay for furloughed workers: ‘The law is clear’

Renewables overtake coal as world's biggest source of electricity

'They're feeding America' — Northern Maine students learn work ethic on annual harvest break

Providence officials want to further prohibit police cooperation with ICE

Donald Trump Gets ‘Mostly Bad News’ in Approval Rating Polls: Nate Silver

Judges appointed by Trump keep ruling against him. He’s not happy about it.

Majority of Calif. voters back Prop 50 in new poll

Watch: Democrats grill Pam Bondi over James Comey indictment

Chicago journalists sue Trump over "extreme brutality" at ICE protests

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Thank you for reading, and we hope these articles shine a light on your day.

In solidarity,

Emily from The Smile

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