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From the Frontlines: Amanda Carpenter, Protect Democracy

Join BigTentUSA and Amanda Carpenter, writer and editor at Protect Democracy, on Tuesday, March 4 at 7:00 PM ET. [...]

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Resources to Read, Watch, and Listen

Why It Matters Podcast | Council on Foreign Relations
Why It Matters is explains some of the least-understood issues that are shaping our world.
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Center for American Women and Politics | Organization
Its mission is to promote greater knowledge and understanding about the role of women in American politics, enhance women's influence in public life, and expand the diversity of women in politics and government.
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Civil Discourse Newsletter | Joyce Vance
Get the legal knowledge & analysis you need to be an advocate for democracy.
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The Weeds Podcast | Vox
Host Jonquilyn Hill and guests break down the policies that shape our lives, from abortion to financial regulations to affirmative action to housing.
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League of Women Voters | Organization
A nonpartisan, grassroots organization working to protect and expand voting rights and ensure everyone is represented in our democracy.
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The Problem With Jon Stewart Podcast
Nuanced discussions, updates on action items, and airing of grievances from writers over jokes that didn’t make the show.
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Robert Reich Newsletter
A newsletter that arms you with the truth — about how the system works and doesn’t, where power is located and where it’s lacking, and the myths and lies used by those who are blocking positive social change — so you can fight more effectively for the common good.
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The Message Box Newsletter | Dan Pfeiffer
It will look at the most recent polls, the biggest events, and the latest trends and explore how they are impact American politics.
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The Brady Campaign | Organization
The Brady Campaign advocates for policy but also for the government to enforce various laws already on its books.
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The Bulwark Newsletter | Charlie Sykes
Gives you political analysis and reporting without partisan loyalties or tribal prejudices.
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The Guttmacher Institute | Organization
Leading research and policy organization committed to advancing sexual and reproductive health and rights worldwide
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Chop Wood, Carry Water Newsletter| Jessica Craven
A 5-day a week newsletter informing how to make a difference in democracy.
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Everytown | Organization
This organization focuses on reducing gun violence in America by advocating for policies like universal background checks and stricter regulations on the sale and ownership of firearms.
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Now & Then Podcast | Heather Cox Richardson
Every Wednesday, award-winning historians Heather Cox Richardson and Joanne Freeman use their encyclopedic knowledge of US history to bring the past to life.
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Rogan’s List Newsletter | Susan Rogan
Rogan’s List is a daily action list for people who are unhappy with the current administration and want to get involved but don’t have time for research.
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Proof Newsletter | Seth Abramson
Proof uses a genre of journalism known as “curatorial journalism” to unpack the most urgent issues of the day.
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This is Democracy Podcast | Jeremi Suri
This podcast will draw on historical knowledge to inspire a contemporary democratic renaissance.
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Committee To Protect Journalists | Organization
We defend the right of journalists to report the news safely and without fear of reprisal.
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Prosecuting Donald Trump Podcast | Andrew Weissmann + Mary McCord
Veteran Prosecutors discuss and dissect the cases against former President Donald Trump.
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Public Notice Newsletter | Aaron Rupar
Over three years at Vox, I established myself as one of the foremost chroniclers of Trumpism, explaining what’s happening on the American right for a largely progressive audience. I immersed myself in right-wing media and watched Trump rallies so you didn’t have to.
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Moms Demand Action | Organization
A movement of nearly 10 million moms, mayors, survivors, students, and everyday Americans working to end gun violence.
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The Bulwark Podcast | Charlie Sykes
Charlie Sykes and guests discuss the latest news from inside Washington and around the world.
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March for Our Lives | Organizations
A nonprofit organization started by survivors of the tragic 2018 shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida. Their mission is to end gun violence and promote public safety nationwide.
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We the People Podcast | National Constitution Center
A weekly show of constitutional debate where listeners can hear the best arguments on all sides of the constitutional issues at the center of American life.
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Ezra Klein Show | Podcast
A conversational podcast series focused on topics that revolve around current American politics.
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The Liberal Patriot Newsletter
The Liberal Patriot is a digital newsletter focused on American politics, public policy, and international affairs.
The Liberal Patriot
Institute for Women’s Policy Research | Organization
As a leading national think tank, we build evidence to shape policies that grow women’s power and influence, close inequality gaps, and improve the economic well-being of families.
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Georgetown Institute for Women, Peace and Security
Examining and highlighting the roles of women in forging peace and growing economies.
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Brennan Center For Justice | Organization
An independent, nonpartisan law and policy organization that works to reform, revitalize, and when necessary, defend our country’s systems of democracy and justice.
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Thinking About Newsletter | Timothy Synder
A historian's look on where we are in today's political world.
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Violence Policy Center | Organization
A nonprofit research and advocacy organization that’s been around since 1988. Their mission is to reduce and prevent gun violence in the US through research, analysis, and advocacy for stronger gun laws.
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Conversations with Bill Kristol Podcast
In-depth, thought provoking discussions with leading thinkers and figures in American public life.
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The Atlantic Daily Newsletter
The Atlantic editors guide you through the biggest stories of the day.
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YWCA | Organization
YWCA focuses our mission-driven work on these areas to improve the lives of girls and women.
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Steady Newsletter | Dan Rather and Elliott Kirshner
Dan Rather's steady take on a complex and chaotic world.
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Hopium Chronicles Newsletter | Simon Rosenberg
Expert commentary from a 30-year veteran of US politics. Together we will be working on strategies to keep our democracy.
Hopium Chronicles
The Next Level with Sarah Longwell, JV Last and Tim Miller
Listen to 3 political experts discuss the news of the week, breakdown campaigns and elections.
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Today’s Edition Newsletter | Robert Hubbell
A reflection on today's news through the lens of hope.
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Legal Momentum | Organization
A mission focused on providing an expert legal voice to seek justice for women.
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America, America Newsletter | Steven Beschloss
Sending dispatches of alarm and hope, of dark and light. While addressing the dangers as vividly and directly as possible and ideas and the values that drive them.
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The Problem

Gun Violence

Firearms are the leading cause of death for children and teens (ages 1 to 19) in the United States. Every year, 18,000 children and teens are shot and killed or wounded and approximately 3 million are exposed to gun violence. (Source: Everytown)

What Can You Do?

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Children & Teens (ages 0-19)

4,000

shot and killed annually in the US

Children & Teens (ages 0-19)

15,000

shot and wounded annually in the US

That's an average of

53

children and teens every day

Source: Everytown

The Problem

Book Bans

  • From July 2021 to June 2022, PEN America’s Index of School Book Bans lists 2,532 instances of individual books being banned, affecting 1,648 unique book titles.

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Source: Pen America