“These times are urgent. Let us slow down.” – Bayo Akomolafe So far this year, our team has verified myriad facts, read thousands of news articles, edited hundreds of actions, and responded to these times with heart. As each wave of sobering news hits, we continue showing up together because we believe democracy and dignity… The post Celebrating Progress. Taking a Break. appeared first on Americans of Conscience.| Americans of Conscience
Five areas where Americans from across the political spectrum are resisting authoritarianism and working together to strengthen democratic foundations.| Americans of Conscience
Democracy is not something we have. It’s something we do. And doing it with love, clarity, and persistence might just be the most radical thing we can offer.| Americans of Conscience
Each small action you take builds the future we want.| Americans of Conscience
In a culture succumbing to division, choosing to connect, collaborate, and care is not an afterthought. It is an essential form of resistance.| Americans of Conscience
Content note: This piece includes references to child endangerment, surveillance, and family separation, which may be upsetting to some readers. When people hear the word “immigration,” they often picture borders and bureaucracy. But immigration is, at its heart, about people—our neighbors, coworkers, classmates, and friends. I confess that before I started writing AoCC, I thought…| Americans of Conscience
Expressing appreciation, even when it seems counterintuitive, is an act of hope.| Americans of Conscience
The urge to spout off is real Years ago, before I ever got involved in activism, I could rattle off the names of senators I’d have loved to give a piece of my mind. Can I tell Senator What’s-His-Name what I really think? I’m sure you’ve been there too. Reading the news, shaking your head,…| Americans of Conscience
In an era where democratic norms and civil rights seem to be under siege, it’s easy to feel like your voice is just a whisper in a storm. Many of us, particularly those who have been engaged in activism for years, are feeling a sense of burnout and disillusionment. When we ask you to contact…| Americans of Conscience