The Smile: 4/10

Hi friend,

Happy Friday! California’s Supreme Court just stepped in to protect election integrity, halting a rogue investigation into hundreds of thousands of ballots and reinforcing that our democracy must be free from interference.

✍️ Applaud this defense of fair and secure elections.

There’s more good news today: courts are continuing to reject attacks on voting rights, leaders are standing up for peace and immigrant protections, and communities — from clean energy advocates to everyday heroes — are making a real difference.

Let’s dive into the good news! 💛

California Supreme Court halts sheriff’s investigation into special election ballots

Clean energy team prevails in SRP board election

WWII combat medic veteran honored during flag ceremony at Disneyland

Trump DOJ now 0 for 4 on voter roll cases as court rejects Massachusetts lawsuit

Hooray for Brown Jackson’s Brave Dissent in the Colorado Trans Case

Tlaib Leads Democrats in Demanding Permanent Ceasefire Deal That Includes Lebanon

Donald Trump Impeachment Backed by Most Americans: Poll

Dog helps his grandma in the garden

‘We got our butts kicked': Republicans reckon with Democratic success ahead of the midterms

Judge halts Trump administration move to end protections for Ethiopians

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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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