Julie
@mellendamerell.bsky.social
Pro-abortion and pro-keeping all the books on the shelves for everyone. Mom to 2 grown-ups, spouse to another. Grand-something to 2 small humans, 1 dog, 1 cat. @aocchecklist volunteer
I follow here, on Threads (I like here better than there), and Instagram. Of the three, Bluesky is my favorite. But you can follow #AoCChecklist on whichever platform works for you.
☑️We take action
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We're Americans of Conscience Checklist!
Follow and share @aocchecklist here, on Facebook, Instagram, and Threads, to build the #AoCChecklist community. https://americansofconscience.com/about/
💌We write letters of gratitude
🎉We celebrate good news
We're Americans of Conscience Checklist!
Follow and share @aocchecklist here, on Facebook, Instagram, and Threads, to build the #AoCChecklist community. https://americansofconscience.com/about/
December 4, 2025 at 1:54 PM
I follow here, on Threads (I like here better than there), and Instagram. Of the three, Bluesky is my favorite. But you can follow #AoCChecklist on whichever platform works for you.
Important elections here. If we had ranked choice voting, we wouldn’t have to have runoff votes, though. If you’re in TN, get yourself to the polls today, please.
Thank YOU for being a voter in local and state elections. Use Vote411 to find out if you have a ballot in any of these upcoming elections. https://www.vote411.org/
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December 2, 2025 at 12:29 PM
Important elections here. If we had ranked choice voting, we wouldn’t have to have runoff votes, though. If you’re in TN, get yourself to the polls today, please.
Good news is proof of progress.
🎉#GoodNews to celebrate in every checklist🎉
We celebrate with The Lac Du Flambeau Band of Lake Superior Chippewa as they regain rightful control of two acres of their land #goodnews#goodnews" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-link="bsky">https://americansofconscience.com/11-21-2025/#goodnews
We celebrate with The Lac Du Flambeau Band of Lake Superior Chippewa as they regain rightful control of two acres of their land #goodnews#goodnews" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-link="bsky">https://americansofconscience.com/11-21-2025/#goodnews
November 28, 2025 at 9:32 PM
Good news is proof of progress.
Have you seen this?!
Read this to better understand the significance of IDEA (Individuals with Disabilities Education Act). ⬇️
An incredibly important read from our friend @seemiaroll.bsky.social
"Obtaining an education is one of the best ways to help disabled people secure a stable income—and by weakening the IDEA, the Trump administration is trying to take those opportunities away."
"Obtaining an education is one of the best ways to help disabled people secure a stable income—and by weakening the IDEA, the Trump administration is trying to take those opportunities away."
November 28, 2025 at 10:52 AM
Have you seen this?!
National Day of Mourning and, really, every day could/should be this
Today - a day of remembrance and reflection, and a protest of racism and oppression against Indigenous people
National Day of Mourning grieves the genocide of Indigenous people and the theft of Native land. It’s a day of remembrance and reflection, and a protest of racism and oppression against Indigenous people. Illustration by https://soniartist.wixsite.com/soniartist
November 28, 2025 at 10:52 AM
National Day of Mourning and, really, every day could/should be this
🦋 this ⬇️
"Gratitude is so much more than a polite 'thank you.' It is the thread that connects us in a deep relationship, simultaneously physical and spiritual, as our bodies are fed and spirits nourished by the sense of belonging, which is the most vital of foods." - Robin Wall Kimmerer, "Serviceberries"
November 28, 2025 at 10:50 AM
🦋 this ⬇️
I have much to be grateful for. Today, I’m thankful I have these actions on my plate.
We know you're an expert at multi-tasking for kindness, equity and justice, so set that timer and open the #AoCChecklist to cook up some action! https://americansofconscience.com/11-21-2025/
November 26, 2025 at 3:59 PM
I have much to be grateful for. Today, I’m thankful I have these actions on my plate.
I have much to be grateful for. Today, I’m thankful I have these actions on my plate.
We know you're an expert at multi-tasking for kindness, equity and justice, so set that timer and open the #AoCChecklist to cook up some action! https://americansofconscience.com/11-21-2025/
November 26, 2025 at 3:58 PM
I have much to be grateful for. Today, I’m thankful I have these actions on my plate.
There are many ways to step up for the people & the planet. This is one of the tools I like. Years of following & taking actions with #AoCChecklist has helped me become a person who regularly contacts my state & federal reps, by phone or contact form, when I see something that matters. I don’t wait.
We don’t take corporate or political funding—never have, never will. Americans of Conscience Checklist exists because our readers step up to support it. If your budget allows, please consider becoming one of 50 new patrons this month at $10/month. https://americansofconscience.com/support/
November 23, 2025 at 6:47 PM
There are many ways to step up for the people & the planet. This is one of the tools I like. Years of following & taking actions with #AoCChecklist has helped me become a person who regularly contacts my state & federal reps, by phone or contact form, when I see something that matters. I don’t wait.
The day is young. I’ll have most of today’s done by the end of the day. I check off all these actions on the actual Checklist, and I know I helped add to the over 52,000 actions taken in 2025. All around us, people are doing something. Click on the AoCC graphic to access the newest #AoCChecklist.
November 21, 2025 at 4:07 PM
The day is young. I’ll have most of today’s done by the end of the day. I check off all these actions on the actual Checklist, and I know I helped add to the over 52,000 actions taken in 2025. All around us, people are doing something. Click on the AoCC graphic to access the newest #AoCChecklist.
You will find a way to support democracy here ⬇️. Because of @aocchecklist, I no longer worry about who to contact or what to say. I figured out how to make anxiety a tool instead of an obstacle. I feel empowered.
Greet the day and people with joy. Offer kindness and grace.
Remember hope.
Celebrate that #AoCChecklist is refreshed with new actions, good news, and gratitude. Whether you choose one or many, thank YOU for being a helper. https://americansofconscience.com/11-07-2025/
Remember hope.
Celebrate that #AoCChecklist is refreshed with new actions, good news, and gratitude. Whether you choose one or many, thank YOU for being a helper. https://americansofconscience.com/11-07-2025/
November 7, 2025 at 9:45 PM
You will find a way to support democracy here ⬇️. Because of @aocchecklist, I no longer worry about who to contact or what to say. I figured out how to make anxiety a tool instead of an obstacle. I feel empowered.
You are—we are—not powerless. Americans of Conscience Checklist: October 10, 2025 americansofconscience.com/10-10-2025/
Americans of Conscience Checklist: October 10, 2025 - Americans of Conscience
Reopen the government while protecting healthcare, oppose a $150B ICE funding expansion, plus good news & gratitudes in the October 10th, 2025 AoCC Checklist.
americansofconscience.com
October 10, 2025 at 2:20 PM
You are—we are—not powerless. Americans of Conscience Checklist: October 10, 2025 americansofconscience.com/10-10-2025/
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October 9, 2025 at 10:54 AM
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🚨🚨 Texas GOP is moving FAST to rig the district maps to retain their power. Redistricting bill HB 4 is now **out of House committee**
🔥📞🔥 TEXAS RESIDENTS --> Head to 5calls.org/state/texas NOW to call your state legislators and demand they OPPOSE this bill and break quorum if they're a Democrat
🔥📞🔥 TEXAS RESIDENTS --> Head to 5calls.org/state/texas NOW to call your state legislators and demand they OPPOSE this bill and break quorum if they're a Democrat
Breaking: Texas House redistricting committee passes Trump’s egregiously gerrymandered US House map giving GOP 5 new seats & 80% of congressional delegation in state Trump won with 56% of vote. Increases # of seats Trump won by 10+ points from 25 to 30 & reduces # of competitive seats from 2 to zero
August 2, 2025 at 4:06 PM
🚨🚨 Texas GOP is moving FAST to rig the district maps to retain their power. Redistricting bill HB 4 is now **out of House committee**
🔥📞🔥 TEXAS RESIDENTS --> Head to 5calls.org/state/texas NOW to call your state legislators and demand they OPPOSE this bill and break quorum if they're a Democrat
🔥📞🔥 TEXAS RESIDENTS --> Head to 5calls.org/state/texas NOW to call your state legislators and demand they OPPOSE this bill and break quorum if they're a Democrat
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OUTRAGE AGAINST THE REGIME peaceful protest & march
Fairport, NY, Saturday, August 2, 10am-Noon
Perinton Park (March Starting Point at 10:30) 99 O'Connor Rd. - or - Potter Park (Sit & Wave) 53 W. Church St
Organized by G.R.I.T.
More info: events.pol-rev.com/events/f7d0f...
Fairport, NY, Saturday, August 2, 10am-Noon
Perinton Park (March Starting Point at 10:30) 99 O'Connor Rd. - or - Potter Park (Sit & Wave) 53 W. Church St
Organized by G.R.I.T.
More info: events.pol-rev.com/events/f7d0f...
July 28, 2025 at 9:35 PM
OUTRAGE AGAINST THE REGIME peaceful protest & march
Fairport, NY, Saturday, August 2, 10am-Noon
Perinton Park (March Starting Point at 10:30) 99 O'Connor Rd. - or - Potter Park (Sit & Wave) 53 W. Church St
Organized by G.R.I.T.
More info: events.pol-rev.com/events/f7d0f...
Fairport, NY, Saturday, August 2, 10am-Noon
Perinton Park (March Starting Point at 10:30) 99 O'Connor Rd. - or - Potter Park (Sit & Wave) 53 W. Church St
Organized by G.R.I.T.
More info: events.pol-rev.com/events/f7d0f...
I just used 5CAlls to contact my senators and representative about Gaza and spoke to a live person in every call. This has never happened to me before, and I make calls every week.
July 29, 2025 at 2:50 PM
I just used 5CAlls to contact my senators and representative about Gaza and spoke to a live person in every call. This has never happened to me before, and I make calls every week.
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Step 1: Open today's AoCChecklist ( ⤵️ )
Step 2: Take action to embetter our nation
Step 3: Treat yourself to a refreshing ice cream while reading the Good News section, because moments of joy keep us connected to our humanity
#NationalIceCreamMonth
www.americansofconscience.com/07-11-2025
Step 2: Take action to embetter our nation
Step 3: Treat yourself to a refreshing ice cream while reading the Good News section, because moments of joy keep us connected to our humanity
#NationalIceCreamMonth
www.americansofconscience.com/07-11-2025
July 11, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Step 1: Open today's AoCChecklist ( ⤵️ )
Step 2: Take action to embetter our nation
Step 3: Treat yourself to a refreshing ice cream while reading the Good News section, because moments of joy keep us connected to our humanity
#NationalIceCreamMonth
www.americansofconscience.com/07-11-2025
Step 2: Take action to embetter our nation
Step 3: Treat yourself to a refreshing ice cream while reading the Good News section, because moments of joy keep us connected to our humanity
#NationalIceCreamMonth
www.americansofconscience.com/07-11-2025
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#AoCChecklist knows you want to do something. Please share this. You never know who’s not registered.
Mad about voter suppression? Show up and vote about it. All Americans deserve to have their voices heard in our elections. It takes all of us to stand up and say enough is enough.
Register to vote today 👇
www.voterparticipation.org/register-to-...
Register to vote today 👇
www.voterparticipation.org/register-to-...
July 18, 2025 at 4:58 PM
#AoCChecklist knows you want to do something. Please share this. You never know who’s not registered.
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Please share this. 24/7, 365 days a year help is available.
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July 18, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Please share this. 24/7, 365 days a year help is available.
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Now’s our chance to let them know how we feel (right to their faces!)
Go to regulations.gov
Search ED-2025-OS-0020
Click “Comment” and make your voice heard!
Go to regulations.gov
Search ED-2025-OS-0020
Click “Comment” and make your voice heard!
May 24, 2025 at 11:42 AM
Now’s our chance to let them know how we feel (right to their faces!)
Go to regulations.gov
Search ED-2025-OS-0020
Click “Comment” and make your voice heard!
Go to regulations.gov
Search ED-2025-OS-0020
Click “Comment” and make your voice heard!
Many options here to be a voice for change. www.nokings.org/next
June 17, 2025 at 3:18 PM
Many options here to be a voice for change. www.nokings.org/next
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Land, water, and air: priceless. Let’s uphold the privilege of the planet’s gifts.
June 13, 2025 at 10:06 AM
Land, water, and air: priceless. Let’s uphold the privilege of the planet’s gifts.
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We are all a part of something greater than ourselves. This is not a radical idea — it's the truth. Open this week's #InspiringMessage to see how connectedness and community factor into our individual choices.
https://americansofconscience.com/something-bigger/
https://americansofconscience.com/something-bigger/
You’re Part of Something Bigger - Americans of Conscience
In a culture succumbing to division, choosing to connect, collaborate, and care is not an afterthought. It is an essenti
americansofconscience.com
June 16, 2025 at 1:03 AM
We are all a part of something greater than ourselves. This is not a radical idea — it's the truth. Open this week's #InspiringMessage to see how connectedness and community factor into our individual choices.
https://americansofconscience.com/something-bigger/
https://americansofconscience.com/something-bigger/
HB4 and SB6, two severe anti-library bills in Alabama, are dead.
EveryLibrary stands behind frontline advocates and professional organizations, helping them succeed in their states and communities.
bit.ly/43zT8Ap via @everylibrary.bsky.social
EveryLibrary stands behind frontline advocates and professional organizations, helping them succeed in their states and communities.
bit.ly/43zT8Ap via @everylibrary.bsky.social
The Advocacy Partnership that Defeated Two Bad Alabama Bills
EveryLibrary is so proud to be part of this kind of advocacy partnership.
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May 27, 2025 at 4:31 PM
HB4 and SB6, two severe anti-library bills in Alabama, are dead.
EveryLibrary stands behind frontline advocates and professional organizations, helping them succeed in their states and communities.
bit.ly/43zT8Ap via @everylibrary.bsky.social
EveryLibrary stands behind frontline advocates and professional organizations, helping them succeed in their states and communities.
bit.ly/43zT8Ap via @everylibrary.bsky.social
Contact your House rep—regardless of their side of the aisle—to oppose the budget reconciliation bill. It includes cuts to Medicare, too. In case you don’t have that phone number on speed dial, we have a find your rep link in the comments
Medicaid cuts are an immediate threat to millions, stripping over 13M of health coverage and devastating access to care, jobs, & services. Disabled Americans will be hit hardest.
May 21, 2025 at 4:11 PM
Contact your House rep—regardless of their side of the aisle—to oppose the budget reconciliation bill. It includes cuts to Medicare, too. In case you don’t have that phone number on speed dial, we have a find your rep link in the comments