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wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social @wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social · 19h

We are all in this together. Courage is contagious.

#NoKings #CivilRights #Immigration #ConstitutionalRights #HumanRights #Activism

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wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social @wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social · 19h

No Kings sends a clear message: we will not be passive when authoritarianism threatens our jobs, our future, and our Constitution.

How to participate:

📍 In DC? Message us for details
🗺️ Can't travel? Find a local rally: nokings.org/#map
👥 Can't attend? Send someone in your place

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No Kings

As the president escalates his authoritarian power grab, the NO KINGS non-violent movement continues to rise stronger. We are united once again to remind the world: America has No Kings and the power ...

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wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social @wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social · 19h

But what is your line in the sand?

It's not enough to react on social media.

We must be visible and vocal at the next No Kings rally this Saturday, October 18—aiming to surpass the 5 million people who gathered on June 14th.

#Activism

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wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social @wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social · 19h

We are a nonpartisan organization of lawyers and advocates defending constitutional rights and the rule of law.

We believe these tactics are designed to terrorize communities and erode our constitutional protections.

#ConstitutionalRights #HumanRights

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wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social @wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social · 19h

ICE deployed Black Hawk helicopters and military-style vehicles. They forced people from their beds, zip-tied children who were US citizens, separated them from their parents, and trashed apartments.

One witness: "terrified. The kids was crying. People was screaming."

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wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social @wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social · 19h

What is your line in the sand?

Is reacting on social media your only response to seeing your neighbors taken away?

Arresting and zip-tying children in Chicago isn't a horror film. It's what happened when ICE agents stormed an apartment building in Chicago while families slept.

#NoKings

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wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social @wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social · 5d

If you're in emotional distress or thinking about self‑harm, call or text 988 for 24/7 support.

We can't drive change if we don't care for our own minds.

#wellbeing #Resistance

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wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social @wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social · 5d

Leaders: model time off, redistribute high‑trauma matters, and celebrate boundary‑setting.
Caring for people is caring for impact.

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wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social @wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social · 5d

• Schedule peer debriefs and vicarious‑trauma check‑ins
• Use supports: Employee Assistance Programs, mental health benefits, and state Lawyer Assistance Programs

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wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social @wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social · 5d

Protect your mental health:
• Set clear communication windows
• Protect focus time
• Limit doomscrolling; keep alerts actionable

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wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social @wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social · 5d

World Mental Health Day (Oct 10) comes at a difficult moment in the U.S.
For many confronting disinformation, extremism, and violence, sustained advocacy takes a real toll.

#WorldMentalHealthDay

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wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social @wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social · 7d

Drawing a clear line: government power should never punish nonprofits for their views.

We signed @democracyforward.org 's open letter rejecting presidential attacks on nonprofits.

Add your org: docs.google.com/document/d/1...

#RuleOfLaw #FirstAmendment

Civil Society Solidarity Letter & Signatories

An Open Letter Rejecting Presidential Attacks on Nonprofit Organizations We are a coalition of nonprofit and nonpartisan organizations formed to champion causes dear to all Americans. We work in comm...

docs.google.com

wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social @wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social · 8d

We stand with legal, business, and advocacy leaders for an accountable, fair judiciary.

Read the CCE letter and full signatory list: www.courtexcellence.org/news-items/j...

#HandsOffDC #RuleOfLaw
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270+ Legal, Business, and Advocacy Leaders Join CCE in Urging Senate to Reject Bills Undermining D.C.’s Legal System

On September 25, more than 270 law firms, business leaders, legal advocates, national democracy and rule of law organizations, community nonprofits and individuals joined CCE on a joint letter urging ...

www.courtexcellence.org

wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social @wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social · 8d

Together, these bills would undermine judicial independence, politicize our courts, weaken Home Rule, and silence D.C. residents in their own justice system.

#Resistance #51st #DCStatehood

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wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social @wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social · 8d

H.R. 5179 would replace D.C.'s elected, independent Attorney General with a presidential appointee—politicizing the office and weakening Home Rule.

Follow updates from @dcattorneygeneral.bsky.social.
#AppellateSky
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wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social @wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social · 8d

H.R. 5125 would dissolve the D.C. Judicial Nomination Commission (JNC)—ending a proven, nonpartisan vetting process—and hand D.C. judge appointments to the President.
Learn more: jnc.dc.gov

#SkyLaw 3/6

jnc

Judicial Nomination Commission

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wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social @wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social · 8d

Even as Congress idles during the shutdown, H.R. 5125 and H.R. 5179 aren't going anywhere.

regular business returns, we'll be ready—and we need the Senate to reject both.

#DCStatehood #TheLastColony
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wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social @wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social · 8d

The stakes for D.C.'s justice system are high—that's why we recently joined 270+ leaders and @ccefordc.bsky.social to oppose legislation that would strip D.C.'s autonomy.

#HandsOffDC #RuleOfLaw #HomeRule
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wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social @wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social · 19d

Your skills can make an immediate difference.

Please sign up for any of these opportunities—and tag a colleague who might join you.

#ProBono #elections #appellateSky #SkyLaw #lawtwitter #appellatetwitter #resistance

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wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social @wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social · 19d

@lawyers4goodgov.bsky.social — Pro Bono Litigation Corps' FEMA whistleblower matter:

After 200 FEMA employees sent a dissent letter to Congress, 30+ were placed on leave; L4GG is partnering with @govacctproj.bsky.social; volunteer/support: www.lawyersforgoodgovernment.org/pro-bono-lit...

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Pro Bono Litigation Corps — Lawyers for Good Government

www.lawyersforgoodgovernment.org

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wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social @wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social · 19d

“Giving assistance to election officials is what makes me proud to be a lawyer.” —EOLDN volunteer

#elections #resistance #SkyLaw

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wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social @wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social · 19d

Election Officials Legal Defense Network (EOLDN) defend election officials facing harassment and intimidation.

Needed: litigators, employment, criminal defense, and First Amendment lawyers (not election lawyers).

Sign up: eoldn.org

#elections #ProBono #lawtwitter #appellatetwitter

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Homepage - Election Official Legal Defense Network

Connecting Election Officials with Pro Bono Attorneys For Attorneys & Law Firms Sign Up to Volunteer For Election Officials Request Legal Help For Election Officials Request LegalHelp CommsHelp “Any A...

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wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social @wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social · 19d

Nonprofit Legal Defense Network (@wetheaction.bsky.social × @afj.org): help nonprofits with compliance, policies, handbooks, and operations.

Ideal for in‑house/nonprofit/compliance/governance pros.

Sign up: wetheaction.org/NonprofitLeg...

#ProBono #SkyLaw #appellateSky

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We The Action - Nonprofit Legal Defense

We The Action connects volunteer lawyers with nonprofit organizations. Together, they advocate for a more equitable, inclusive, and just society.

wetheaction.org

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wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social @wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social · 19d

EXTRA, EXTRA — Members: there are ways you can help right now!
Three urgent, high‑impact pro bono opportunities.

#ProBono #SkyLaw #lawtwitter #resistance

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wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social @wlgactionnetwork.bsky.social · 20d

Miller-Idriss shared steps we can all take: call out everyday misogyny, support safer norms, and push back online and off.

Watch the whole event here: www.youtube.com/live/AHlQE87...

#community #resistance

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Book Talk: Cynthia Miller-Idriss — Man Up - with Rachel Louise Snyder

YouTube video by Politics and Prose

www.youtube.com

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