The Smile: 11/14

Hi friend,

Happy Friday! The movement for transparency and accountability just took a major step forward — the bipartisan push to release the full Epstein files is officially advancing, bringing us closer to long-overdue answers and justice.

✍️ Add your name to celebrate this critical step toward truth, transparency, and protecting survivors.

And the good news keeps coming: a new survey shows Democrats are more energized than Republicans heading into the midterms, a Chicago daycare worker was freed after a judge ruled her ICE arrest unlawful, and Los Angeles passed its first major rent control reform in 40 years — lowering rent hikes for most tenants.

Let’s dive into the good news! 💛

The push to release the Epstein files moves forward

Democrats more energized than Republicans ahead of midterms: Survey

'It's about human dignity': Baker gives free birthday cakes to the homeless

Trump takes heat from his MAGA base: From the Politics Desk

Chicago daycare worker freed after judge rules ICE arrest unlawful

Democrats eye Trump country for a special election surprise

LA reforms rent control for first time in 40 years, lowering rent hikes for most tenants

'Walking America Couple" pass through Northern California, share message of positivity and connection

Transgender service members sue Trump administration over denial of retirement benefits

Latino Voting Group Sues Texas AG Paxton Over Voter Retaliation, Intimidation Efforts

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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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