A dark day for our democracy but a reminder that we have to fight for it.
Posts by Brian Lemek
Rep. Krishnamoorthi understands the critical time we are in. Our democracy is constantly under attack by corrupt actors and we have to fight for it!
"Voting is fundamental to our democracy and we still have more work to do as we defend the right to do so. I’m grateful for Defend the Vote’s support in this fight as my campaign continues to build the massive momentum needed to win in Georgia."- @ossoff.bsky.social
A proven leader for the people of North Carolina!
Simple changes that would go a long way. We must strengthen our democracy so that it works for everyday Americans!
Wildly corrupt move by these Republicans.
After cutting health care and food assistance for millions of people, they added in a slush fund for themselves.
Democrats in the House are fighting to remove it.
Billionaires and special interests are making things more expensive for the American people. We must address the Cost of Corruption.
He can not and will not run from this. The American people demand full transparency here.
All while Congress is out of session and not working.
We must not let elected officials continue to not do the work that their constituents voted them in for.
The message should be clear: Republicans need to end this shutdown and get back to serving the American people.
“This bill honors John Lewis’s legacy, and it protects the future of our democracy. The Senate should pass it immediately.”
Read our executive director @brianlemek.bsky.social's full comments on the Senate reintroduction of the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act: wedefendthevote.org/dtv-back
“If you needed any more evidence that our system is broken, Senate Republicans just delivered it."
Read our ED @brianlemek.bsky.social's full statement on the Senate Republicans' passing of Trump's Big Ugly Bill:
wedefendthevote.org/senate-gop-p...
"This bill is a direct attack on American families. It rigs the rules even further in favor of billionaire donors and big corporations, who don’t need more help. "
Read my full statement on Trump's Big Ugly Bill: wedefendthevote.org/senate-gop-p...
Enjoyed a great conversation!
Congratulations to Mikie Sherrill on her primary victory! There is no doubt that she will be a champion for the rights of New Jerseyans and fight to make democracy work for everyone.
Read my full statement here: wedefendthevote.org/dtv-congratu...
>>> @dtvpac.bsky.social Executive Director @brianlemek.bsky.social joined Richard Chew on WCPT to talk about our work to elect a pro-democracy majory in Congress in 2026.
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Chaotic and scary. Sounds right.
When I first heard the impact the SAVE Act could have I thought of one person: my stepmom. A woman with decades of voting under her belt would have her voice swept away. We MUST stop this bill to protect the voices that need to be heard the most. #HandsOffHerVote
“House Republicans are pushing a bill they know would block millions of eligible American citizens from voting."
Read my full statement to Congress on the SAVE Act here: wedefendthevote.org/dtv-calls-on...
A strong and effective leader. You can support Abigail here: t.co/YrLjJBsKwL
A remarkable leader for the people of New Jersey! You can support Rep. Sherrill here: secure.ngpvan.com/LIT5s8Eo6Ei3cnKgNdqteA2
“Voting provides people with the ability to shape policies that impact their lives—issues like grocery prices, housing costs, health care and gun violence."
Read my full statement in support of H.R. 14, the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act of 2025, here: wedefendthevote.org/defend-the-v...
Having seen the caliber of leader that Lucy McBath is through our close work, I have no doubt in my mind she will make a fantastic governor!
🚨 Republicans are fast tracking this bill. We’re working every day to stop it.
We need safe, accessible elections for all eligible voters - not to block citizens from voting.
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"By overturning a century of precedents designed to limit their control, the Court opened the floodgates to unchecked corruption."
Read my full statement on the Supreme Court's Citizens United Decision below: wedefendthevote.org/15-years-lat...
"We will build a nation rooted in Dr. King’s vision where every voice is heard, every vote counts, and power belongs to the people.”
Read my full statement below: wedefendthevote.org/mlk-dedicati...
“While Donald Trump was able to avoid consequences in court, our work to defend democracy and hold him accountable continues."
Read my full comments on the Special Counsel Report below:
wedefendthevote.org/special-coun...
This is non-negotiable, we must protect our right to vote.
Read my statement on January 6th below.
We haven't forgotten that four years ago Donald Trump led a violent and deadly conspiracy to overturn the 2020 election.
"Our nation deserves a peaceful transfer of power for every election and nothing less." -
@brianlemek.bsky.social #January6th
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