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Well, in honor of Maggie and everybody else that's up early, welcome to Power to the People. This is our space every day at 11 a.m. We are talking movement news, actions that we can take, trying to champion power to the people. and progress for America.

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I'm Lori Woodward Garcia and I have the honor of leading People of Power United, America's largest grassroots organization. Now over 250,000 members strong in all 50 states. And we champion power to the people and progress. We don't bombard our members with a ton of emails asking for donations because we need more people power.

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I'm so proud of the work that all of us have done. This week is going to be a lot. There's a lot to unpack. I just flew in from D.C. Sorry about the ambient noise. The hotel was really dark and I didn't want that experience for you. So we had the choice between dark or noisy. I apologize.

Live from DC: Power to the People Movement News & Actions 💪

🗽Throughout history, real progress has come when ordinary people unite. We are at another defining moment. Our rights, freedoms, and democracy are under attack. But history shows us the way forward.

Laurie Woodward Garcia

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People Power United

Mar 31, 2025

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People Power United is a reader-supported publication. If you love the work we do and want to support, please consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.

We need your voice to help stop the dangerous SAVE Act — a bill that threatens to block millions of eligible Americans from registering and voting.

This harmful legislation would force voters to present strict proof of citizenship, like a passport or birth certificate, just to register or update their voter information.

That means millions of Americans — especially working-class families, seniors, women who’ve changed their names, and those who’ve lost documents in natural disasters — could be denied their fundamental right to vote.

Here’s how you can help:
Email your Member of Congress today and urge them to vote NO on the SAVE Act. It only takes a few minutes to protect democracy and defend the right to vote.

Let’s be clear: The SAVE Act isn’t about election security — it’s about voter suppression. It puts up needless roadblocks that silence voices and weaken our democracy.

Our democracy works best when everyone can participate.
Raise your voice today to help protect voting rights for all.

Click here to send a message to your member of Congress and tell them to VOTE NO on the SAVE ACT.

And then pick up the phone and give them a call 👇🏽

Thank you for standing up for freedom and democracy.

This week is critical. Join us and take action:

Movement News & Actions
Daily, 11 AM EST
More info + RSVP here

HANDS OFF: Movement Organizing Call
Tuesday, April 1 at 8 PM EST
We’re showing up for our rights, our freedoms, our democracy.
More info + RSVP here

Postcard & Letter Writing to Voters
Wednesday, April 2 at 6:30 PM EST
More info + RSVP here

HANDS OFF: National Day of Action
Saturday, April 5
We’re showing up for our rights, our freedoms, our democracy.
More info + RSVP here

Rapid Response for Our Freedoms
Sunday at 6:30 PM EST | 5:30 PM CDT | 4:30 PM MDT | 3:30 PM PDT
More info + RSVP here

Together, we can inspire progress and create a community where everyone can thrive!

Twenty (20) Minutes a Day Activism

Five Meaningful Actions

Click here to take one action on our action alert page
Click here to take one action for our coalition partners or click here to take one action for a partner
Click here to sign up for an event with People Power United or click here to sign up for an event with a coalition partner
Call your Members of Congress at (202) 224-3121 and tell them:
1. In the United States, the rule of law is king—not Donald Trump. Every member of Congress must speak out against his attempts to undermine our courts and bypass the legal system and speak out against threats to our communities. It is critical to begin impeachment hearings immediately to investigate potential violations of the law, expose corruption, and address threats to national security. I also expect you to VOTE NO on the Save Act which will disenfranchise millions of voters.
Click here to share your story! We want to highlight our members, so tell us why you stand for freedom over fascism and share any concerns you have.

Reach Out to Ten (10) People a Day

Share this post on your social media

Copy one of the Five Meaningful Actions above and email or text your friends, family, co-workers, and like minded folks.
1. Here is a script you can use or edit as you see fit:
  Our nation is in a fight for Freedom Over Fascism—and every voice matters! I’ve got 1 quick & easy action you can take right now to help defend democracy. Are you in? Let’s do this!
  1. For example: Click here to take one action on our action alert page
Spend 5 minutes today friending people on BlueSky and liking, hearting, sharing, and commenting on their posts.
Copy one of the Five Meaningful Actions above and share in your Facebook groups or message friends on Facebook, BlueSky, Instagram, or Threads:
1. Our nation is in a fight for Freedom Over Fascism—and every voice matters! I’ve got 1 quick & easy action you can take right now to help defend democracy. Are you in? Let’s do this!
Find an event in your area and copy the link and share with friends, family, and like minded folks by text, email, or sharing on your social media platforms.
1. Here is a script you can use or edit as you see fit:
  Our nation is in a fight for Freedom Over Fascism—and every voice matters! I’m sharing this event I found where you can take action to help defend democracy. Are you in? Let’s do this!
  1. For example: Click here to take one action on our action alert page

Thanks for taking action!

Together we can champion Progress and Power to the People

People Power United is a movement fueled by hope, action, and belief in progress. Together, we’re over 250,000+ strong in all 50 states—powered by people like YOU.

Here’s what makes us special:
💡 Grassroots energy: No fundraising, no constant emails asking for donations.
📢 Impact through action: We believe in the possibility of change and do the work to make it happen. We don’t just complain, we make change happen!

Want to join the fight for progress and community where everyone can thrive? Take action:

🔗 Follow us on Social Media. Every heart ❤️, comment 🗣️, share 📢, and follow 📌 helps us grow our movement.
🔗 Subscribe to our Events and Communications
🔗 Subscribe to Movement News
🔗 Sign up for upcoming events
🔗 Push for progress with Action Alerts

Join us to build People Power! Together, we can champion our rights, freedoms, and democracy, hold our leaders accountable to the people's will, and inspire voters to make a meaningful difference.

Laurie Woodward Garcia (paid with hugs and kisses, not bought by special interests)

Leader, People Power United

Representing America's largest grassroots organization with over 200,000+ members, driven entirely by the energy and commitment of everyday people. We are proudly 100% independent, powered by people—not special interests.

Laurie joining other activists and organizations to drop thousands of petitions off to Congress to advocate for reforms to the Supreme Court

People Power United | In this community, we will always speak out against racism, xenophobia, Islamophobia, antisemitism, homophobia, misogyny, sexism, ageism, ableism, sizeism, elitism, transphobia, misogynoir, and bigotry!

People Power United is a group of community members that champions progressive values and power for the people.