The Smile: 7/25

Hi friend,

Happy Friday! The world’s top court just delivered a landmark win for the planet: the International Court of Justice ruled that countries must act on climate change — or risk being ordered to pay reparations for the harm they cause.

✍️ Add your name to celebrate this global victory for climate justice and demand accountability from the world’s biggest polluters!

And in more good news: an appeals court upheld the nationwide block on Trump’s birthright citizenship order, a federal judge struck down his attempt to end union rights for federal workers, and Wisconsin Democrats are launching a serious campaign to flip the state Senate.

Let’s dive into the good news! 💛

Appeals Court Upholds Nationwide Block on Trump’s Birthright Citizenship Order

Federal judge tosses Trump administration effort to end union rights for federal workers

North Texas teen turns heartfelt song into flood relief for Central Texas

Gen Z is Shifting Back Toward Democrats

Wisconsin Democrats launch push to take the majority in the Senate after years in the shadows

Democrats Mobilize to Stop Texas GOP’s Redistricting Power Grab

Scientists are developing artificial blood that could save lives in emergencies

‘POTUS is clearly furious’: White House is frustrated by all-consuming Epstein coverage

Wrapped in Recognition: Korean War veterans receive Quilts of Valor

Nations who fail to curb fossil fuels could be ordered to pay reparations, top UN court rules

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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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