And why I keep getting texts and emails etc. asking for money to help switch the senate to democrat majority, especially if they keep voting for bills that will hurt us.
So will I!! I called some of these same people BEFORE the vote! What is the matter with these Dems. Most of the same ones who also voted for the immigration act several months ago!
Made the calls & signed the ResistBot letter as I do nearly every week day -- but also joined an Indivisible phone bank to Ohio and West VA to invite voters to be patched through to their GOP senators to express their displeasure with the BB(bs)Bill. It was amazing: overall there were almost 1100 patch-throughs in Ohio and 740 in W. VA with another 780 saying they'd call later and asking for info. The Supreme Court is a huge let down (again) but this phone bank really encouraged me.
Wow. Both of my Senators, Schiff and Padilla voted for this. I’ve been trying to call the Capitol switchboard and the calls keeps failing. I finally got to Schiff but his mailbox is full. I will try again later. The Democrats are not going to save us. It’s a complete betrayal seeing them vote with the party of psychotic Republicans who have essentially put us in an authoritarian country. I’m sickened by them. I’m also gutted about the trans bill. Shocking! Not. They are useless too. They are responsible for what’s happening. The unitary executive theory is now a reality. I hope madman Trump makes their rulings against them - I hope he makes them irrelevant. I feel so sorry for the three liberal justices stuck with an insane group of six Fascists.
I have added an email filter to send any email with one of these Genius Act voting senator’s names straight to spam. I’m calling them to tell them this, explaining that they are behaving like controlled opposition and the country needs real opposition. If many of us do this it could impact their fundraising and Democratic Party fundraising since they get tons of money from those emails. Hitting them in the wallet is the only thing they understand.
I had smoke coming out of my ears when I called Sen. Alsobrooks. Her staff member probably held the phone far from his/her ear while I expressed my displeasure in very strong terms.
Why nothing about US possible attack on Iran? I hope readers are writing and calling their representatives and senators to support the War Powers Act (and its differently named variants). Only congress has the legal right to declare war. This is a truly terrifying situation.
I completely agree. This is an issue where Democrats in Congress need to be strong, that’s for sure. We can’t leave decisions like this up to the impulsive kindergardner in the White House. I’ll be calling every day, multiple times if I can.
Just spoke with Senator Shaheen's office and was told she voted no on the Genius Act and has been outspoken in her opposition to it. You might want to check on your info that she supported it.
Jess thank you so much for everything you do. I am very disappointed in these rulings but I also find your positivity and let’s keep going and do what we need to do so inspiring. I recently found you here on Substack randomly and now I see your face or name on a new thread and I feel a great sense of goodness and comfort from you. Thank you for all you do. We are all better together…
WTF this keeps my resolve to keep protesting, writing postcards, making calls. But don’t ask me to donate one penny to Democrats! They can use their bitcoin money
If they can't keep track of what they are voting for, don't they have staff? Good grief. Well, everyone, take care. Thanks Jess, you do an amazing job of keeping me informed. Thanks so much
Called Booker & Kim last night after I saw the roll call vote. And again today (with my usual “I have three things today”). I just don’t get why the Dems do this. There should be not one Dem yes vote on any legislation (unless of course it’s to remove taco). On the up side Angus King was a no on this one 😂.
I just don’t understand why the democrats keep voting for things like that. It’s a slap in the face as were out here fighting for our lives.
And why I keep getting texts and emails etc. asking for money to help switch the senate to democrat majority, especially if they keep voting for bills that will hurt us.
Thanks Jess. I was so disappointed to see Schiff and Padilla voted yes. I will be calling and emailing them.
So will I!! I called some of these same people BEFORE the vote! What is the matter with these Dems. Most of the same ones who also voted for the immigration act several months ago!
Me too. And Senators. Warnock, Offoff, and Warner.🤬 And AOC. Why are we enriching Trump and family?
Made the calls & signed the ResistBot letter as I do nearly every week day -- but also joined an Indivisible phone bank to Ohio and West VA to invite voters to be patched through to their GOP senators to express their displeasure with the BB(bs)Bill. It was amazing: overall there were almost 1100 patch-throughs in Ohio and 740 in W. VA with another 780 saying they'd call later and asking for info. The Supreme Court is a huge let down (again) but this phone bank really encouraged me.
Thank you!!
Wow. Both of my Senators, Schiff and Padilla voted for this. I’ve been trying to call the Capitol switchboard and the calls keeps failing. I finally got to Schiff but his mailbox is full. I will try again later. The Democrats are not going to save us. It’s a complete betrayal seeing them vote with the party of psychotic Republicans who have essentially put us in an authoritarian country. I’m sickened by them. I’m also gutted about the trans bill. Shocking! Not. They are useless too. They are responsible for what’s happening. The unitary executive theory is now a reality. I hope madman Trump makes their rulings against them - I hope he makes them irrelevant. I feel so sorry for the three liberal justices stuck with an insane group of six Fascists.
Here are some other office numbers for Schiff:
310-914-7300 - Los Angeles, CA
415-393-0707 - San Francisco, CA
619-231-9712 - San Diego, CA
559-485-7430 - Fresno, CA
EDITED TO ADD:
Here are some office numbers for Padilla:
559-497-5109 - Fresno, CA
415-981-9369 - San Francisco, CA
916-448-2787 - Sacramento, CA
619-239-3884 - San Diego, CA
310-231-4494 - Los Angeles, CA
Thanks…I got through and left my messages!
I have added an email filter to send any email with one of these Genius Act voting senator’s names straight to spam. I’m calling them to tell them this, explaining that they are behaving like controlled opposition and the country needs real opposition. If many of us do this it could impact their fundraising and Democratic Party fundraising since they get tons of money from those emails. Hitting them in the wallet is the only thing they understand.
What a good idea! They want our $$ but don’t vote in a responsible way.
{{{{{{ hugs}}}}}} to a parent in similiar straits. We will support and protect our trans kids.
I just called Schiff and Padilla's offices and I wasn't nearly as polite as your script outlines.
I had smoke coming out of my ears when I called Sen. Alsobrooks. Her staff member probably held the phone far from his/her ear while I expressed my displeasure in very strong terms.
NH Senator Shaheen voted NAY on the GENIUS Act. Look at the Congressional Record. Please send a correction to all your readers.
You are correct that unfortunately, NH Senator Hassan voted YAY on the Genius Act 😡 She has lost my vote forever.
Why nothing about US possible attack on Iran? I hope readers are writing and calling their representatives and senators to support the War Powers Act (and its differently named variants). Only congress has the legal right to declare war. This is a truly terrifying situation.
I completely agree. This is an issue where Democrats in Congress need to be strong, that’s for sure. We can’t leave decisions like this up to the impulsive kindergardner in the White House. I’ll be calling every day, multiple times if I can.
Just spoke with Senator Shaheen's office and was told she voted no on the Genius Act and has been outspoken in her opposition to it. You might want to check on your info that she supported it.
Jess thank you so much for everything you do. I am very disappointed in these rulings but I also find your positivity and let’s keep going and do what we need to do so inspiring. I recently found you here on Substack randomly and now I see your face or name on a new thread and I feel a great sense of goodness and comfort from you. Thank you for all you do. We are all better together…
WTF this keeps my resolve to keep protesting, writing postcards, making calls. But don’t ask me to donate one penny to Democrats! They can use their bitcoin money
Hi: Here is an article and photos for the next "Celebrate This", but probably needs an OK from the author: https://borderlore.org/photography-as-a-sacred-duty/
If they can't keep track of what they are voting for, don't they have staff? Good grief. Well, everyone, take care. Thanks Jess, you do an amazing job of keeping me informed. Thanks so much
Called Booker & Kim last night after I saw the roll call vote. And again today (with my usual “I have three things today”). I just don’t get why the Dems do this. There should be not one Dem yes vote on any legislation (unless of course it’s to remove taco). On the up side Angus King was a no on this one 😂.
I saw you on Waj’s channel today and I just subscribed. I already respect you. Thank you for being a good human.