The Smile: 5/29

Hi friend,

Happy Friday! As Donald Trump plans a lavish White House UFC spectacle for his birthday, millions of Americans are choosing a very different path — coming together through the nationwide “No Kings” movement to celebrate democracy, community, and people power.

👏 Applaud the organizers, artists, and everyday people standing up for freedom, civic engagement, and a country that belongs to all of us.

There’s more hopeful news today: workers and caregivers are winning long-overdue rights, communities are protecting democracy from election interference, and young people are using creativity to change lives.

Let’s dive into the good news! 💛

No Kings event set for 14 June, as Trump celebrates birthday with White House UFC bout

How generations of nannies and cleaners fought for — and won — their rights

Girl Scouts use cookie sale money to make 3D-printed pediatric wheelchair

Elizabeth Warren Has Some Questions for the Private Prison Executive Running ICE

Dem Governor Calls to Shut Down ICE Jail After Wild DHS Interference

‘I Don’t F*ck With Trump’: Artists Listed for US 250th Anniversary Celebration Drop Out

Hakeem Jeffries a ‘Hard No’ on a Trump $250 bill: ‘Get over yourself’

Little free libraries are turning into 'Little Bee Libraries' to give pollinators a cozy place to rest

Paxton win sparks GOP money panic

Gavin Newsom signs bill, spurred by Chad Bianco, to block ballot seizures by law enforcement

Today’s user-submitted photo comes from Amanda H., who shared this adorable photo of her cat, Georgie! 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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