The Smile: 2/19

Hi friend,

Happy Thursday! Environmental and public health groups are standing up for science and our planet, suing the Trump EPA over its repeal of the landmark “endangerment finding,” the legal foundation that allows the federal government to limit climate pollution. 

✍️ Applaud these groups for fighting back to defend climate science and accountability.

There’s more momentum today: Democrats are pushing new maps to counter partisan redistricting, California is challenging reckless vaccine rollbacks, and inspiring stories show compassion and courage in action. 

Let’s dive into the good news! 💛

Environmental groups sue Trump’s EPA over repeal of landmark climate finding

Colorado group seeks new congressional maps to counter Trump-backed redistricting push

Virginia man meets Dutch firefighter who cares for his WWII father's grave: 'Cannot thank you enough'

At least 12 Democratic lawmakers plan to boycott Trump's State of the Union address

‘He gave me my wings’: Jesse Jackson opened doors for Black women in politics

Major European allies decline to join first meeting of Trump’s Board of Peace

Senate candidate James Talarico raises $2.5 million after Stephen Colbert interview controversy, campaign says

Good Samaritan reunites with mom he saved from drowning

Trump-appointed judge pokes hole in ICE arrest protocol

California to challenge federal childhood vaccine recommendations

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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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