On Thursday, I wrote the final type of story I ever wish to write—about how we are actually beneath risk from this thin-skinned, fascist regime.
We face an motion from the Division of Justice. I select these phrases fastidiously. Nothing has been formally filed but, however when any a part of this authorities—beneath Donald Trump’s command—makes a transfer, it’s severe. This DOJ has deserted all pretense of going after actual criminals (Trump simply pardons them) and is now targeted squarely on silencing his enemies.
That features individuals like us—those that’ve spent greater than twenty years telling the reality and constructing a platform so that you can struggle again.
So please contribute to Each day Kos’ authorized protection.
The examples of what Trump’s regime is doing are in every single place, rolling in every day. Like this:
The message is unmistakable. This isn’t about regulation. It’s about energy. And defiance has its prices.
On Thursday, I requested on your assist to maintain Each day Kos standing. That ask wasn’t simple for me. I hate asking for cash. I want we didn’t need to. However with 85% of our income coming from readers, you are the rationale we exist. And when this motion got here down, I knew we couldn’t afford to face it alone. So I swallowed my discomfort—and requested.
What occurred subsequent blew me away: In simply 10 hours, you raised over $50,000.
I attempted to thank as lots of you as I might in actual time, however I do know I received’t attain everybody. So let me say this now:
I’m humbled. I’m touched. And I’m extra resolved than ever.
I admit, I had just a few emotional moments. I used to be overcome with gratitude for this neighborhood. On your belief. On your perception in what we’re doing right here. How am I so fortunate to be surrounded by such wonderful individuals?
As a result of this has by no means simply been about me. And even Each day Kos. It’s about what we’ve constructed collectively over the previous 23 years: an area to struggle for democracy, for decency, for a authorities that serves individuals—not authoritarians. And simply as importantly, it’s turn out to be a neighborhood—a spot the place individuals who care about these issues can discover one another, raise one another up, and know they’re not alone on this struggle.
What you gave on Thursday wasn’t simply monetary assist—it was a reminder of how deeply linked we’re. That when one among us is beneath risk, the remainder of us present up. That we’ve one another’s backs. I’m getting emotional simply typing that. (Who am I kidding? I’ve been an emotional wreck scripting this total piece.)
[Deep breaths, composing myself …]
It’s proof that this neighborhood is powerful. That it’s variety. And that it’s prepared to face collectively, it doesn’t matter what.
And it informed me one thing else too: Fuck them. They received’t silence us.
Not now. Not ever.
Should you didn’t get an opportunity to chip in but, the hyperlink remains to be reside.
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And if now’s not the appropriate time to present, that’s greater than okay. Please don’t stretch your self. The fantastic thing about this neighborhood is that we every deliver what we will—whether or not it’s {dollars}, a remark, a share, or just displaying up.
You’re a part of this. Your presence makes us stronger.
Thanks. Really.
P.S.—I didn’t notice that ActBlue, one among our fundraising platforms, now blocks worldwide IP addresses, doubtless a part of their effort to thwart Republican claims that they had been laundering international donations. As an alternative, you should use our direct-to-PayPal hyperlink within the fundraising type beneath this story, or purchase a web site subscription right here. And if these choices don’t be just right for you, I get it and it’s all good. Your love and presence right here is sufficient.
