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Common sense and human decency are still our values — and extremists can't take that from us without a fight. 👏

Last night’s wins are proof that politics isn’t something done to us, it’s something we do. 🎉

Share this and make sure all your friends know: If you’re in line when the polls close, STAY in line!

Election Day is almost here! We’ll be at the polls and here for each other afterwards. Join Red Wine & Blue on Nov 6 at 7:30 pm ET for our virtual Family Meeting. We’ll unpack local race results and share inspiring stories that show why showing up matters. Sign up ⬇️

Check out the full recording of last night's Zoom event with Heather Cox Richardson on our YouTube channel! Watch it here: youtu.be/dXHtmAHg8yM

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Election Day is just one week away! Have you made your plan to vote yet?

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Our favorite author and historian, @hcrichardson.bsky.social, is back! Join us on Wednesday, October 29 at 7:30PM ET for a conversation about what it really means to love your country, and how we can show it by voting and helping our friends do the same this November. Sign up ⬇️

This week on the pod, we chatted with Karen Walrond, author of The Lightmaker’s Manifesto. Her advice on activism: let anger spark you, but let kindness, love, and rest keep the fire going. Listen to the full episode on our Substack ⬇️

The White House isn’t the only thing Trump’s trying to destroy.

Millions of us showed up for No Kings to make our voices heard. Now it’s time to take that same energy to the polls. Join us TONIGHT for our From Protests to the Polls event! We’ll discuss how to make a difference in local races, fight extremism in your community, and build power. See you there! ⬇️

TONIGHT at 7:30PM ET! Kids are dealing with so much right now—climate change, gun violence, the impact of COVID, and more. Join psychiatrist Dr. Mathilde Ross and the RWB community for a talk on how we can better support our kids' mental health. Register ⬇️ go.redwine.blue/1021SS-BS

Katie met Jennifer at the gym, and that friendship grew into Hope in the Heights, a TroubleNation group that’s now 400 members strong. They’re finding hope, fighting extremism, and reminding each other it’s okay to lose your sh*t. Listen to her story: substack.redwine.blue/p/high-fivin...

Diane and Torrie kicked off their Banned Book Tour in Cumberland County at The Sip Room! After learning about the history of book banning, everyone jumped into Rally to take action. Big thanks to Kellie from Bound & Vine for sharing her love of books and joining the night!

Stacey Abrams joins the pod to talk the 10 Steps to Authoritarianism, her 10 Steps to Freedom and Power, and how we rebuild by showing up for each other. Tune in for Stacey’s brilliance, what’s making Katie and LaFonda lose their sh*t, and our self-care tip for the week. ⬇️

Tomorrow night at 7:00 PM ET, we’re kicking off Banned Books Week with an important conversation featuring PEN America and authors whose books have been pulled from shelves. We’ll talk “shadow bans,” who’s being targeted, and how this harms our kids’ right to learn. Sign up ⬇️

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Some good news this week!

“You cannot get through a single day without having an impact on the world around you. What you do makes a difference, and you have to decide what kind of difference you want to make.” - Jane Goodall Rest in peace, Jane. Thank you for showing us our choices can change the world. 💜

We’re excited to share the first episode of our new podcast How To Not Lose Your Sh!t with Heather Cox Richardson! She talks about writing her daily newsletter, the power of connection, and why she’s feeling optimistic about the elections this November. Listen to the full episode on our Substack ⬇️

Misinformation about autism is everywhere, but together, we can change that! Join us TONIGHT for an AMA with autistic individuals and parents of autistic children. They’ll share personal experiences, debunk mytgs, and give you the facts you need to push back against the misinformation. Sign up ⬇️

The warning signs of authoritarianism are everywhere and it’s up to us to fight back. Join us on October 2 at 7:00 pm ET for a live conversation with Stacey Abrams about how we can take back our power in 2025. Sign up ⬇️ go.redwine.blue/102ABRAMS-BS

Nothing says fall in Michigan like cider, donuts, and saving LOCAL democracy!

Not sure how to make a difference without losing your sh*t? Our new podcast How To Not Lose Your Sh!t, hosted by our very own Katie Paris & LaFonda Cousin, dives into politics, self-care, and community. Read more on our Substack:

Join Red Wine & Blue and @hcrichardson.bsky.social tonight at 7:30 PM ET! Sign up below ⬇️

Susan’s got the Red Wine & Blue App open and ready! Did you know it can show you who’s voting, who’s not, and even give tips for starting the conversation? ✨

Last week we saw College Democrats of Ohio and Ohio College Republicans come together to condemn political violence. Now Democrats and Republicans in the OH House and OH Senate are doing the same. Good to see the grown ups–in OH no less!–following the lead of our young people. More of this, please!

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Our best chance to save democracy is right now, and it starts in our own communities. Join us to hear from @hcrichardson.bsky.social on Sept. 24 at 7:30 PM ET about how women across the country are standing up to authoritarianism, and how you can make a difference in your own community too!

So… why should you care about who your state attorney general is? Because they can protect your rights—or take them away. This week on Okay, But Why, we’re talking about what they actually do, why Virginia’s race this November is so important, and why every voter should be paying attention.

“They only silence us with our permission. Permission denied.” Inspiring words from Connie Schultz on our zoom event last night. 🔥

It’s #NationalVoterRegistrationDay! 🗳️ Take a moment to check your voter registration and make sure your info is up-to-date.

The Red Wine & Blue app is LIVE! 🎉 It’s fun, free, and super easy to use. All the information you need will be right at your fingertips. Whether you're looking for training videos, signing up for events, or checking voter registration for friends, it's all there! go.redwine.blue/RWBAPP-BS

This is one of those this is why we do it moments. Meet Samantha! She was tired of just watching the news and decided to jump in and get involved in local politics. We got her set up into rally, and she’s already adding contacts! 🙌 Let’s go, Samantha!!

RFK Jr. is once again pushing disinformation about autism. This week on Okay, But Why, we’re exploring what we do and don’t know about autism, busting common myths, and hearing directly from autistic people about their own experiences. youtu.be/FQVBiYIqJGU

Extremists think we’ll stay quiet while they chip away at our rights. Spoiler alert: they’re wrong. Join us Sept. 18 at 7:30 PM ET for a conversation with Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett about how we can push back, build power in our communities, and say loud and clear: not on our watch!

Romance novels are more than love stories, they’re political too. They show us who gets to be seen, who gets a happy ending, and whose voices matter. This week on Okay, But Why, we’re talking love, power, and politics between the pages.

Labor Day is about honoring the workers who came before us, and it is also a reminder that the work is not finished. This weekend we were out in our communities, organizing, lifting each other up, and pushing back against extremism together. What did you do to get involved this Labor Day weekend?

Pumpkin spice lattes are back, and so are voter registration deadlines. 🗳️

In 2015, the Supreme Court made history by recognizing marriage equality nationwide. But as we saw with Roe, Supreme Court decisions can be overturned. This week on Okay, But Why, we’re digging into why Obergefell v. Hodges may be at risk, and why the fight for equality is far from over.

Republican lawmakers in Ohio quietly added a law requiring proof of citizenship at the BMV to register to vote. We’ve filed a lawsuit with the Ohio Alliance for Retired Americans to fight back. Read more to hear from RWB founder Katie Paris: signalohio.org/ohio-sued-ov...

After six years without town halls, Pennsylvania teachers delivered report cards to Rep. Scott Perry's office, giving him F's in representation, legislation, constituent service, and oversight.

Such a great day yesterday at the Ronnie Long Freedom Day in Concord! We loved connecting with so many new folks and giving away banned books at our RWB table. 📚💜

Some people you meet just feel like instant friends. Our NC Regional Organizer had one of those moments over lunch with a Pitt County troublemaker. They shared laughs, good food, and talked about the upcoming Farmville mayoral race. Moments like these remind us just how powerful community can be. 💜

Millions of Americans could lose access to care because of proposed Medicaid cuts. That means more people facing medical debt or skipping care altogether. Join us on Aug 26 at 7:30 PM with Dr. Doug Robinson to hear the impact on our communities and how we can all help protect access to healthcare.

Big thanks to Jessica Grose at ‪The New York Times‬ for featuring RWB founder Katie Paris on MAHA moms and why moms need to push back against RFK Jr’s anti-vax agenda. Showing up locally really can make a difference! Read the full article here: www.nytimes.com/2025/08/20/o...

AI is everywhere these days. Depending on who you ask, it’s either the solution to everything or the end of the world. The truth? It's complicated. This week on Okay, But Why, we’re exploring the real concerns with AI, including its impact on education and the environment.

This weekend, RWB and ‪@commondefense.bsky.social‬ joined forces in Fayetteville, NC to support our veterans, active duty, spouses & families! We shared tools to organize, focused on community issues, and heard from the NC Secretary of Military & Veteran Affairs. What a weekend!