The Smile: 5/7

Hi friend,

Happy Thursday! Michigan voters just delivered another big win for Democrats, helping the party retain control of the state senate with a strong overperformance in a key special election.

🎉 Celebrate this victory for working families and grassroots momentum.

There’s more encouraging news today: Democrats are gaining strength in critical races, communities are showing resilience and compassion, and people across the country are continuing to stand up for fairness, justice, and accountability.

Let’s dive into the good news! 💛

Democrats retain control of Michigan senate with ‘overperformance’ in special election

1,500 beagles rescued from research facility

She cared for America’s children. She’s also reshaping our democracy.

Kristi Noem Stooge’s Congressional Bid Fails Spectacularly

Poll: Trump blamed for gas prices as Democrats gain midterm edge

National Democrats pour $9M into Maine governor’s race

Sherrod Brown wins Democratic Senate nomination in Ohio, setting up a key battleground race

Democrats rail against Lutnick interview on Epstein as ‘egregious cover-up’

'How my girl, 9, beat kidney failure and cancer'

2 former immigration judges sue Trump administration over their removal

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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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