Category: Democrats

MoveOn Statement on Charlie Kirk Shooting

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WASHINGTON – MoveOn Civic Action released the following statement:  “The attack on Charlie Kirk is a tragic and despicable act. Political violence in any form is unacceptable.” ### MoveOn is a people-powered force for progress. MoveOn mobilizes the left to enact progressive change. We are the home base for millions of members who refuse to accept the status quo and are moved to take action. For more than a generation, MoveOn has been a bulwark against the radical right, channeling our voices to end wars, protect democracy, and advance justice for…

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MoveOn Statement on Trump Deploying National Guard in DC

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WASHINGTON – In response to President Trump deploying the National Guard in Washington, DC, MoveOn Civic Action’s Chief Communication Officer Joel Payne released the following statement:  “Donald Trump can try to cosplay like a king all he wants, but it doesn’t change the fact that he is an unpopular president pushing a historically unpopular agenda with economic policies that are hurting all Americans. His dangerous authoritarian overreach of unleashing the military against the people and interfering with local governance of the District of Columbia is unacceptable and yet another breach…

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Recap: Families First Actions From Coast to Coast

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We rallied. We created art. We gathered thousands of pounds of food and other donations for our communities. But most importantly, we built community. Tens of thousands of individuals showed up at hundreds of events across the country on Saturday to set the record straight: Our families must come first, not billionaire tax breaks. The day of action on July 26 included 220-plus community events around the country. The events were peaceful and reminded the country that we are not giving up on our families.  Family First Day of Action…

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ICYMI: Rep. Casar, Beto O’Rourke, TX State Reps. Collier and Talarico Speak Out Against Trump Texas Takeover

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Watch event recording HERE WASHINGTON – Tonight, Texas State Representatives and current and former Texas lawmakers joined MoveOn Political Action to discuss the chaos resulting from Texas Republicans’ extreme gerrymandering scheme and President Trump’s desperate power grab to maintain control of Congress. At the “Don’t Mess With Texas” event, speakers shared how Democrats are fighting back and the latest developments in the battle for fair maps and representation.  Said U.S. Representative Greg Casar (TX-35), “It’s really clear the harm that Trump and the Trump Republican Party are inflicting on everyday…

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The Arizona Republic: “Sen. Chris Murphy, Rep. Jasmine Crockett test 2026 midterm messages at Phoenix rally”

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WATCH the Event Livestream Getty Images HERE Phoenix, AZ – As covered in The Arizona Republic, MoveOn Political Action launched its Won’t Back Down Tour Sunday in Phoenix, bringing together activists, impacted community members, and progressive leaders to hold Republicans Juan Ciscomani (AZ-6) and Dave Schweikert (AZ-1) accountable for enabling Trump’s agenda of health care cuts and billionaire tax breaks. The kickoff rally featured Senator Chris Murphy (D-CT) alongside Representatives Yassamin Ansari (AZ-6) and Jasmine Crockett (TX-30) and was emceed by Adam Mockler of MeidasTouch. The event energized Phoenix community…

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MoveOn Announces Katie Bethell as New Executive Director

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Advocate for Working Families Takes Helm of Leading Progressive Organization For additional media inquiries please contact press@moveon.org WASHINGTON – Today, MoveOn announces that Katie Bethell, a nationally recognized advocate for working families, is joining the organization as its next executive director. Bethell joins MoveOn Civic Action and MoveOn Political Action after decades of experience as a leader in the progressive movement, notably through her time at WorkMoney, Paid Leave for the United States (PL+US), Change.org, and MomsRising. MoveOn welcomes the people-first champion taking the helm at a time when President…

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