The Smile: 7/20

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Happy Monday! Senator Ed Markey is calling for accountability after Donald Trump used a primetime address to once again cast doubt on America's elections with unsubstantiated claims. Markey argues that defending free and fair elections means standing up when public trust in our democracy is put at risk.

👏 Applaud Senator Ed Markey for defending our democracy, standing up for the integrity of our elections, and speaking out for accountability.

There's more good news today: President Obama is calling out JD Vance's hypocrisy on immigration, Democratic challengers are dramatically outraising Republican incumbents across the country, and workers who helped prepare Los Angeles for the World Cup are seeing meaningful gains from their organizing efforts.

Let’s dive into the good news! 💛

Senate Democrat calls for Trump impeachment after election claims

How Life Got Better For LA’s World Cup Workers

Trump’s rebranding of Palm Beach airport hasn’t taken off as he planned

Therapeutic dance camp helping children with mobility differences

Trump Humiliated With Boos at World Cup Final

‘Working-Class Organizing Wins’: Troy Jackson Pulls Ahead in Race to Replace Platner in Maine

66 billion trees have been planted in China's Great Green Wall — and they appear to be growing faster than natural forests

Map Shows Where Democrats Massively Outraising Republican Incumbents

Protesters Confront Trump Envoy on His Superyacht “Diplomacy” Tour

Obama calls out Vance for his speeches on migrants that ignore the second lady’s background

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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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