our wishlist for July 4th, 2023

{NAME}, This year, we celebrated Independence Day under an unprecedented assault on our freedoms. Because of the onslaught of Republican attacks, July 4th, 2022 has been a stinging reminder of how far we STILL have to go to make our American values of freedom, justice, and equality a reality. But if the GOP thinks we’re going to accept their extremist policies and their minority rule, they haven’t learned anything about our progressive movement. These attacks have lit a fire under our community — and if we keep fighting back as hard as we are right now, this time next year is going to look VERY different. {NAME}, we’re fighting tooth and nail so that on July 4th, 2023, we’ll live in an America where: → Voting rights are restored, our democracy is safe, and power is back in the hands of the people. → The fundamental right to abortion is enshrined in federal law — protecting the bodily autonomy of millions of Americans. → Kids are free to learn, grow, and thrive in SAFE schools thanks to a national ban on assault weapons. → Aggressive climate action is charting the path to a resilient future. → LGBTQ+ rights are protected in every state, and we’re moving closer to — not farther from — our country’s promise of liberty and justice for ALL. {NAME}, we CAN get there. But there’s only one way: by kicking extremist Republicans out of office in November and electing more Democrats up and down the ballot. [We have just four months left to make it happen. Will you chip in $5 or whatever you can right now to help put Democrats over the top in the midterms?]( If you've saved your payment info with ActBlue Express, your donation will process immediately: [Donate $5 ➜]( [Donate $25 ➜]( [Donate $50 ➜]( [Donate $100 ➜]( [Donate $250 ➜]( [Other amount]( Thanks for standing up for progress, Lede Progress Lede Progress is a progressive, digital-first media organization dedicated to moving forward the progressive agenda that will foster a more equitable, just, and prosperous America. With over 100,000 grassroots supporters, our movement is on the frontlines combating right-wing media lies, far-right extremism, and expanding the reach of progressive messaging through digital and social media channels. We rely completely on progressive grassroots support to fight for our shared values. [Please, pitch in today to help get the progressive message out.]( [Donate Now]( [Facebook]( [ledeprogress.org]( Paid for by Lede Progress Lede Progress PO Box 15845 Washington, DC 20003 United States If you believe you received this message in error or wish to no longer receive email from us, please [unsubscribe](.