If you’ve ever had that feeling where you want to do something but have no idea where to start, you’re not alone. Luckily, Sharon McMahon — known by her millions of followers as “America’s Government Teacher” — just answered that question. And the answers are not what you’re expecting.
🦸 You don’t need to be a superhero to save democracy. But we got one anyway. Zachary Levi, known for his roles in films like the superhero blockbuster Shazam! and the hit TV series Chuck, has been helping Builders get out the vote in Texas. His methods are… unconventional, to say the least. See what Zachary Levi did.
⛰️ We all claim the moral high ground. Media trainer and public speaking coach Sally Kohn admits something most people won’t: even while being praised for “civility,” she caught herself thinking harsh, dismissive thoughts about other people—and convincing herself it was justified because she was “right.” That’s the trap.
Builders Citizen Solutions helps Wisconsin moms win. Three years ago, a group of Wisconsinites joined a Builders Citizen Solutions session to tackle some of the state’s toughest issues together. Despite deep ideological differences, they found common ground around one clear priority: making sure new moms don’t lose healthcare just weeks after giving birth. That citizen-led proposal — extending postpartum Medicaid coverage from 60 days to 12 months — just passed with overwhelming bipartisan support. When political roadblocks stalled the bill, these Builders kept organizing, meeting with lawmakers, and rallying the public until the will of the people prevailed. It’s proof that when ordinary Americans are given the space and structure to collaborate, they can deliver extraordinary results. See how it happened.
The Steelman Test. Before criticizing an argument you disagree with, try making the strongest possible case for it. Reply to this email and tell us what changed once you tried.
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