The Smile: 4/6

Hi friend,

Happy Monday! Leaders across the country are stepping up to defend our democracy, with nearly two dozen Democratic-led states suing to block Trump’s latest attempt to restrict mail-in voting and interfere with elections.

✍️ Applaud this fight to protect voting rights nationwide.

There’s more momentum today: voting rights groups are continuing the legal pushback, communities are standing up to protect public lands, and everyday heroes — from young fundraisers to families overcoming illness — are reminding us of the power of people coming together.

Let’s dive into the good news! 💛

Nearly Two Dozen Democratic States Hit Trump With Elections Lawsuit

Voting rights groups file fifth lawsuit against Trump’s sweeping anti-voting order

6-year-old Pennsylvania girl holding art auctions to raise money childhood cancer patients

Democrats target prediction markets in anti-corruption push

In 1978, they stopped buses — and helped launch a disability rights movement

2 Republican election officials say Trump’s mail-in voting order will be overturned

New ad campaign speaks out against Trump’s threat to ‘federalize’ elections

Federal judge halts White House effort to collect university data on applicants’ race

2-year-old beats cancer after receiving organ donation from his aunt

Thousands in Texas protest against border wall through national park: ‘big love for Big Bend’

Today’s user-submitted photo comes from Jeanne D., who shared this cute photo of her dog, Harley, being washed! 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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