We Must Save Ourselves

We Must Save Ourselves
Today is a pivotal moment in our history. Many of us have called this the most consequential election of our lifetime. We’re not wrong. But here’s the truth: this is so much more than a presidential election. In fact, no matter what happens today, you will wake up on Wednesday morning, and you will still need to be ready to fight the good fight – for justice, for integrity, for a kinder and more compassionate country for all of us. We the people must save ourselves. Read More

You’re Registered to Vote or Voted Early
(YAY You!) Now What?

You’re Registered to Vote or Voted Early <br>(YAY You!) Now What?
It’s no understatement to say that in three weeks, we will hold the most consequential election of our lifetime. So many things are at stake: sane, empathic leadership, access to quality healthcare, our Supreme Court, equality and civil rights – not to mention the fate of our planet and a pandemic that has already taken more than 210,000 American lives. If you’re already registered, bravo. But that’s not enough, my friend. Now let’s take action. Here are five things you can do right now. Read More

There is Work to Be Done:
Anti-Racism Resources

There is Work to Be Done: <br>Anti-Racism Resources
I sat at my computer keyboard many times this week trying to find the words to best express my sadness at the horrible and violent deaths of George Floyd, Ahmaud Arbery, Breonna Taylor and the countless others that came before them. I am outraged at the police brutality and the racial injustice that still permeates our society at every level. But I also realize that my outrage is not nearly enough. I want to listen and I want to learn, but I also want to speak out and I want to help. Find anti-racism resources here. Read More

Neutral Women Do Not
Change the Tide of History

Neutral Women Do Not <br>Change the Tide of History
My good friend, Susan Hyatt, wrote something on her Instagram feed last week that resonated deeply with me. She said, “Neutral women do not change the tide of history. I have no interest in being neutral.” I, too, have no interest in being neutral. Political apathy is dangerous, and plenty of politicians are counting on your apathy in this midterm election tomorrow. WE cannot be apathetic. Read More

You Should Know Her: Nicole àBeckett

You Should Know Her: Nicole àBeckett
Nicole àBeckett is the Co-Founder of SameSide, and is empowering passionate people to make their voices heard through grassroots political action. She has lead tens of thousands of political forces canvassing for issues like protecting Obamacare, women’s pay equality, LGBTQ+ rights, defending DACA and criminal justice reform. Read More