The Smile: 4/23

Hi friend,

Happy Thursday! Virginia leaders are standing up for voters, fighting to defend a redistricting measure approved at the ballot box after a judge moved to block its certification.

✊ Stand with them in protecting the will of the people and our democratic process.

There’s more good news today: lawmakers are backing off attacks on environmental protections, communities are investing in a greener future, and leaders are taking action to improve healthcare and accountability across the country.

Let’s dive into the good news! 💛

Virginia attorney general pledges to appeal injunction blocking redistricting referendum’s certification

In ‘Major Earth Day Win,’ House GOP Cancels Vote on Gutting Endangered Species Act

Trump approval slips as polls show warning signs for Republicans ahead of midterms

Teacher runs 100+ miles to fund student scholarships

How rural Mass. towns are saving green by going green

Democrats want FBI Director Kash Patel to fill out alcohol use screening test

Groups sue Alaska election officials, allege the sharing of voter data with DOJ was unconstitutional

How Democrats fought off Trump’s redistricting scheme

Top Republican Sounds Like He Has Some Regrets on Redistricting

Gov. Spanberger signs “momnibus” bills to overhaul & improve maternal health care coverage

Today’s user-submitted photo comes from Kim C., who shared this gorgeous photo of her dog! If you want the chance to have your photo featured, reply to this email 😄

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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