The Smile: 4/28

Hi friend,

Happy Tuesday! Democrats in Virginia are standing up for voters, urging the state Supreme Court to respect the outcome of a statewide referendum and protect the will of the people.

✊ Stand with them in defending democracy and fair representation.

There’s more momentum today: courts are protecting fundamental rights, communities are showing compassion and joy, and leaders are continuing to push back against overreach and hold power accountable.

Let’s dive into the good news! 💛

Democrats ask Virginia Supreme Court not to overrule will of voters on redistricting

Jamie Raskin’s Harsh Trump Takedown on CNN Has Damning Hidden Message

Delta passenger gives birth before flight lands

Zohran Mamdani Is Killing It With Kindness

Pa. Democrats push bills to limit immigration enforcement at K-12 schools

Wyoming judge blocks law that bans all but earliest abortions

Jeffries says AI data centers will be Dem priority

‘Chonkers’ the large sea lion charms the San Francisco Bay area

GOP senators losing confidence in Hegseth amid Pentagon turmoil

National Trust says it won’t drop suit against Trump’s $400M White House ballroom after DOJ request

Today’s user-submitted photo comes from Barbara H., who shared this adorable photo of her dog, Tucker! 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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