Category: Democrats

SCOTUS Aiding and Abetting Corruption at Every Turn

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WASHINGTON – In response to the end of the Supreme Court’s term, MoveOn Political Action spokesperson Joel Payne released the following statement:  “It’s bad enough that the American people are saddled with a President and Republicans in Congress who are more focused on dropping billions on bombs and ballrooms than making groceries or gas cheaper. On top of that, we have a Supreme Court stacked with MAGA loyalists that continues to give Trump free rein to make our lives harder.” “After issuing recent decisions that aid and abet Trump and…

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MoveOn: Voters Are Done with the Status Quo

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Establishment Politicians Are on Notice: Step Up or Step Aside NEW YORK—In response to recent primary contests in New York, MoveOn Political Action Executive Director Katie Bethell released the following statement: “Voters are telling you what they think of the establishment of both political parties. And they are refusing to let their voices be silenced by dark money from corporations and lobbyists. They are tired of timid politicians who run from bold ideas and tough conversations. That’s why we are all in on electing fighters who are focused on making…

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Organizing 101: Your Platform is Power: How to Use Social Media to Amplify Voices

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This blog is part of a longer series called ‘Organizing 101: Outrage to Organizing.’ Social media and activism are intertwined today. It’s important to know how to get your message and mission to the masses, and social media is one of the most efficient ways to do that. Think of social media as an extension of organizing: it’s where stories, actions, and relationships can make a big impact and spread your message and cause on a global scale. In this blog, we’ll learn how to choose which platforms to use,…

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Organizing 101: Your Story Is Power: How Your Experiences Inspire Change

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This blog is part of the series ‘Organizing 101: Outrage to Organizing.’ We just learned about the power of the messenger and now we’re going to learn about the power of your story.  Becoming a leader in your community isn’t just about strategy or tactics — it’s also about the stories we tell. Our stories help us connect, persuade, and inspire others to take action. In this blog, you’ll learn how to craft and share your stories to build power that will help advance your cause. Why Stories Matter Stories…

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Organizing 101: How to Have a One-on-One Organizing Conversation

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This is part of a larger series “Organizing 101: Outrage to Organizing” One-on-one conversations are the backbone of organizing. They are how we build trust, uncover motivation, and move people from interest to leadership. This blog walks through who to meet with, when and where to do it, and how to structure conversations that actually move people to action. Who to Have One-on-One Conversations With Potential leaders: These are people who’ve taken action before, such as signing a petition, attending a rally, donating money or volunteering. New contacts: These are…

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ICE Funding Vote Shows How Out of Touch Republicans Are

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WASHINGTON – In response to Republicans approving a budget reconciliation bill to give the Department of Homeland Security $ 70 billion more in funding, MoveOn Political Action Chief Communications Officer Joel Payne released the following statement: “In the same week that Speaker Mike Johnson promised to cut Social Security and Medicare if Republicans stay in power, his caucus showed us just how little they care about working people.   “While millions of Americans are stretching their paychecks and skipping doctor’s visits, Republicans decided that what mattered most was taking another $…

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