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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 12m

We’re investigating the Trump-Vance admin’s “compacts” that would give nine universities preferential treatment and funding in exchange for implementing measures that align with the admin’s ideological agenda.

“This appears to be nothing short of political extortion.” - @skyeperryman.bsky.social

Trump Administration Asks Colleges to Sign ‘Compact’ to Get Funding Preference

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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 3h

Here's how we're fighting book bans in court 📚 ➡️
#BannedBooksWeek

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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 6h

Wear your support for federal workers loud and proud with our new merch.

Your purchase helps fund our work fighting for the nonpartisan civil service in and out of the courtroom.

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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 7h

Great minds think alike! This week, we submitted a FOIA request to compel the release of all raw footage from ICE’s raid at an apartment complex in Chicago.

This is the first step to get justice for the unlawful actions of the Trump-Vance admin.

George Takei @georgetakei.bsky.social · 2d

Someone should do a FOIA request for the raw footage of the videos they took of that Chicago raid and then edited into a fascist ad for ICE.

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Skye Perryman @skyeperryman.bsky.social · 23h

President Trump wishes the courts would stop functioning during the shutdown – but we’ll continue showing up every day to fight for people and communities.

I joined @legalafmtn.bsky.social with the latest on @democracyforward.org's lawsuits:

Trump TRAPPED as LAWSUIT DEMANDS WH Bribe VIDEO RELEASE

YouTube video by Legal AF

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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 23h

The American people are fed up with the authoritarian threat to our democracy.

CEO @skyeperryman.bsky.social joined @themts.bsky.social to discuss how we're holding the Trump-Vance admin accountable in court: youtube.com/live/gVMsW0OJRRk?si=pX9xWktXyHRb7dfW&t=1879

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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 1d

DHS and ICE have 20 days to produce all raw footage in their possession from the South Shore Chicago apartment complex raid.

Darkness is no longer YOUR ally. We will shed light on your illegal actions.

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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 1d

TODAY: SCOTUS heard oral arguments in Bost v. Illinois State Board of Elections to determine whether people running for elected office can challenge laws that count mail-in-ballots received after election day.

This decision could pave the way to restrict vote-by-mail. Learn more. ⬇️

The People’s Guide to the U.S. Supreme Court: 2025-2026 - Democracy Forward

As the Supreme Court begins its 2025–2026 term, this People’s Guide unpacks the key cases to help the public understand what’s at stake and why it matters.

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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 1d

We’d also love to know what happened to the $50,000 Tom Homan allegedly took from FBI agents.

Luckily, we’ve sued for the receipts.

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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 1d

UPDATE: We filed for emergency relief to block the Trump-Vance admin's plot to facilitate illegal and inaccurate voter roll purges.

Any effort to tamper with election results by denying eligible people their right to vote is a serious threat to our democracy and must be met with swift legal force.

Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 9d

BREAKING: We’re suing the Trump-Vance admin for secretly merging millions of Americans' personal data to create a national database.

Some states are already using this “Big Brother” database to purge voter rolls and open criminal investigations.

It’s illegal. We’re in court to stop it.

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We Hold These Truths @weholdtruths.bsky.social · 2d

“When stories are silenced, so are the lessons they carry.” - @jodipicoult.bsky.social reminding us to defend our right to read, speak, and live our truths

Join us in holding these truths: weholdtruths.org

#WeHoldTheseTruths #BannedBooksWeek

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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 2d

Today, the U.S. Supreme Court heard oral arguments in Chiles v. Salazar, a landmark case arguing that a Colorado ban on harmful anti-LBGTQ+ conversion therapy practices violates free speech.

This decision could have lasting implications for young people across the country. Learn more below👇

The People’s Guide to the U.S. Supreme Court: 2025-2026 - Democracy Forward

As the Supreme Court begins its 2025–2026 term, this People’s Guide unpacks the key cases to help the public understand what’s at stake and why it matters.

democracyforward.org

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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 2d

The Trump-Vance admin is using the civil service to push a political agenda – now going as far as to manipulate emails, in blatant violation of the First Amendment.

We are urging the court to act immediately to stop this flagrant unlawfulness.

Union sues Education Department over manipulation of workers' email messages

NBC News previously reported that department employees found their nonpartisan out-of-office messages were automatically changed to ones criticizing Democrats for the shutdown.

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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 2d

It’s the first day of the Supreme Court’s new term. Do you know what’s at stake?

Read our People’s Guide to the 2025-2026 Supreme Court Term to learn about upcoming cases on:

📣 Free speech
👨‍👨‍👧‍👧 Rights of LGBTQI+ and immigrant communities
🗳️ Election integrity
🇺🇸 Checks on presidential power

The People’s Guide to the U.S. Supreme Court: 2025-2026 - Democracy Forward

As the Supreme Court begins its 2025–2026 term, this People’s Guide unpacks the key cases to help the public understand what’s at stake and why it matters.

democracyforward.org

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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 3d

Information is power. Banning books threatens free ideas and stifles our democracy.

At Democracy Forward, we’ve taken book bans to court – and won. This #BannedBooksWeek, we pledge to continue the fight against censorship. Because #CensorshipIsSo1984.

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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 3d

No one is above the law. The public deserves transparency & accountability from government leaders. We'll be in court to get answers.

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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 3d

Patriotism is not reserved for one group or practiced in one particular way.

Fighting for the American people is fighting for a better America. 🇺🇸

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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 4d

UPDATE: We’ve filed for a temporary restraining order in our case to block the Trump-Vance admin from unlawfully firing federal workers during the government shutdown.

We refuse to let President Trump treat civil servants and their livelihoods as political tools.

Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 9d

We’re suing the Trump-Vance administration for threatening to conduct mass firings of federal employees if the government shuts down tonight.

Using people’s livelihoods as a bargaining chip is both cruel and illegal. That’s why we’ve joined forces with unions to protect these vital jobs.

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Skye Perryman @skyeperryman.bsky.social · 4d

BREAKING: A federal judge (appointed by Trump) issues an order against Trump’s attempt to deploy the national guard in Portland. This is a win for the American people and our Constitution and another setback for Trump in the courts. We must continue to push back every day. @democracyforward.org

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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 4d

Building community is an act of courage.

Our team has been all over - Missouri, Maryland, California - hosting Dinners for Democracy and chatting w/ neighbors on how we can unite to defend our democracy.

Visit democracyforward.org/dinners to learn how you can host your own event.

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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 5d

BREAKING: We’re suing the Trump-Vance admin for replacing Dept. of Education employees’ “out-of-office” emails with partisan political messages during the federal shutdown.

This use of official resources is both unprecedented and a violation of the First Amendment.

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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 5d

The fight to protect people, communities, and our democracy is vital — and can’t be done alone.

We’re proud to be part of a determined collective that refuses to back down against the Trump-Vance Administration.

Liberal advocacy groups gird for attacks from the Trump administration and make plans to fight back | CNN Politics

Nonprofits are being tested amid unprecedented pressure from the president.

www.cnn.com

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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 6d

BREAKING: We’re suing to stop President Trump’s latest anti-immigration stunt that slapped a $100,000 price tag on every H-1B visa application.

This innovation ban has thrown U.S. employers that rely on H-1B to hire engineers, teachers, and doctors into chaos. This abuse of power must stop.

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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 6d

We’re challenging the Trump-Vance administration’s illegal moves from all angles, every day.

We will never back away from the fight to protect people and communities.

This Legal Nonprofit Has Brought More Than 100 Actions Against Trump Agenda, as Big Law Shies Away | Law.com

A number of law firms "are not taking on the level of pro bono work, the level of pro democracy work that they did in the first Trump administration, or that they have historically, as a result of the...

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Democracy Forward @democracyforward.org · 6d

Free and fair elections are what separate the United States from authoritarian regimes. Any attempt to harm voting rights or election outcomes undermines the American people’s voice.

Sign the pledge below to protect the fundamental truths of our democracy ⬇️

We Hold These Truths @weholdtruths.bsky.social · 7d

“Democracy works only if the people decide.” – @staceyabrams.com

Protecting elections means protecting America.

Join us: weholdtruths.org

#WeHoldTheseTruths

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