Call to Action
The Weekly Briefing for Week of April 21, 2025
The Weekly Briefing
Hello All,
First, a shout out to Chester County for helping ICC, CCMF, Dragonflies Unite, and Way Forward raise $9029 for Chester County Food Bank. A federal yearly grant of $250,000 was discontinued by the current administration's government reforms and cuts under the ruse of efficiency. Thank you so much for participating and helping your fellow neighbors in need.
May 1st, also known as May Day, is our next rally at the Historic Courthouse in West Chester. May Day is a celebration of workers and a time to honor the labor movement. Around the world, it is recognized as International Workers' Day—a day to acknowledge the achievements of workers and the ongoing fight for labor rights. In the United States, May 1st was the date chosen for a historic nationwide strike demanding an eight-hour workday. And here we are, with government workers being fired without any consideration for the consequences—either for the workers themselves or the critical roles they fulfilled. Join us at our next ICC event, MAY DAY 2025, as we honor this important day and the hardworking individuals who form the backbone of our country—workers who deserve the rights they've fought for, including the right to unionize. See details below or sign up HERE.
These are issues that should be of grave concern to all Americans:
(1)The deportation of anyone in the US without our constitution's founding principle of due process to a notorious prison in another country (Kilmar Abrego Garcia has become the face of this issue),
(2) The administration's noncompliance of court orders with impunity,
(3) H.R.22 or the SAVE Act (Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act) which threatens to disqualify eligible voters over technicalities or create unnecessary barriers to voting,
(4) The systematic dismantling of vital government agencies like the Social Security Administration and the Department of Veterans Affairs, rendering them incapable of effectively serving the citizens who have rightfully earned their support.
This list is by no means comprehensive. The injustices being committed by this government against its own people are too numerous to name in a single statement. But one truth must remain front and center: they work for us—not for billionaires, not for fascist cronies, and not for administrative officials drunk on power.
ICC NEIGHBORHOOD NETWORK INITIATIVE - VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
In just the past few weeks, Indivisible Chester County has grown to more than 3,600 members. You’ve seen the winds of change and heeded the call to set sail. Indivisible is not only about the actions we take—it's also about the strong, connected community we’re building together. With such rapid growth, we need your help to ensure everyone feels welcome and empowered to get involved. This new Neighborhood Network initiative will help new members form meaningful connections and foster a supportive community ready to take local action together.
We’re currently seeking Neighborhood Captains—volunteers who will welcome new members in their area and host casual gatherings, with support from the ICC leadership team as needed. These casual meet-ups might include meet-ups for coffee, group volunteer opportunities, supporting candidates in the upcoming election, etc.
If you’re interested in getting involved, please email us at members@indivisiblechesco.org
ICC EVENTS
MAY DAY: May Day 2025 we are standing united. We're organizing for a world where every family has housing, healthcare, fair wages, union protection, and safety—regardless of race, zip code, or immigration status. Bring your instruments and chants and contribute to the organic vibe. Thursday, May 1, 5:30 - 7PM. For more info and sign up HERE
SOCIAL SECURITY WEDNESDAYS: Join us in showing support for the SSA office and in raising awareness about devastating budget cuts and the mishandling of sensitive personal data. Wednesdays, 4 - 5:15 PM. Sign Up HERE for more Information
EVENTS
Immigration 101: What You Need to Know Now. Hear from Doris Meissner, a former Commissioner with the Immigration and Naturalization Service and Heidi Altman, VP of Policy at the National Immigration Law Center. These two experts will break down how our current system came to be, what led us to this point, and how new policies are impacting people right now. Tuesday, April 22, 2025 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM Sign up HERE
Chrissy Houlahan Tele-Townhall: Tariffs, Trade and the Economy with Cristian deRitis (Moody’s Analytics) and Lucine Sihelnik (Greater Reading Chamber Alliance), Thursday April 24, 6-7 PM, Ph 855-731-2616 or listen on houlahan.house.gov/live
Be Prepared! - Hosted by Dragonflies United: Sharing of info from the Peacekeeper Training and Emergency Readiness, April 28, 6 -6:30 PM, Email dragonfliesunite@gmail.com for location and more info.
FIGHT TRUMP, FIGHT ICE, FREE PALESTINE Rally: Hosted by Phoenixville-Kimberton Indivisible group and co-sponsors, Sunday, April 27, 1 PM, Bridge and Main, Phoenixville.
CALLS TO ACTION (CTA)
Calls to Action truly make a difference. Please take a moment to do what you can—every effort counts. Thank you for your continued dedication—we will not stop!
Have a Call to Action you want considered for the Weekly Briefing? Send us your suggestions to callstoaction@indivisiblechesco.org.
ONE MINUTE
Common Cause; Save PBS from GOP funding cuts: Congress must REJECT proposals to cut funding for PBS. We must protect free, fact based journalism and ensure access to trusted programming for all Americans. Find out more and sign the petition HERE.
ACLU: Keep DOGE out of our data: Our data is protected by laws that limit who can access it and how it can be used. Demand that our private records not be illegally accessed, analyzed, or weaponized by Trump, DOGE, and an unaccountable team of unvetted outsiders. Write your Representatives in Congress. Find out more here.
American Association for Cancer Research: Urge Congress to restore stability to NIH and its work by calling on the Administration to abandon its numerous executive orders that defund its work. TAKE ACTION
National Consumers Law Center: Tell Congress: Defend the CFPB's Mission to Protect Consumers Send a message
Veterans for Peace: Tell your Members of Congress to insist the VA rescind the hiring freeze. Send a letter.
Crisis and Cruelty: Illegal Abductions, Court Defiance, and the Case of Kilmar Abrego Garcia: This system of disappearances and deportations to Salvadoran torture prisons must stop here. Kilmar Abrego Garcia must be returned home. We need every elected official with a platform to demand his return, and we need to spread this story far and wide. TAKE ACTION by calling your your elected officials and demand they speak out and use every tool they have to push back on Trump's unconstitutional disappearances.
REJECT H.R. 22, the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act: The Silencing American Act. Trump and Congressional Republicans are trying to suppress the vote. Take action NOW to stop them by contacting your senators and tell them to oppose this bill. Find out more HERE There have been letters sent out by Fetterman saying he is against the SAVE act. I know we not "happy" with many of his votes but we should thank him for this and encourage him to work for us!
60 MINUTES+
Find a Town Hall of your MOC and hold them accountable! Congressional recess is April 12 thru April 27th. If there isn't one go to a mock town hall like this one: Where's Dave McCormick Town Hall on Wednesday, April 23. It is a bit of a drive but looks fun!
Mondays at McCormick's: Philadelphia Office will start at 12pm in front of his office on 2000 Market Street. For more information and sign up HERE.
Face the Facts with Fetterman: Fridays, March 14, 2025, Philadelphia Office on South 2nd Street & Chestnut Street. More Info and sign up HERE.
Volunteer Opportunity - Poll Workers: Chester County’s Department of Voter Services is looking for new poll workers to assist with the upcoming Primary Election on May 20. Poll workers strengthen our democracy and ensure accurate and secure elections. Individuals will be paid to work as poll workers but must be registered to vote in Chester County. Students aged 17 may also help at the polls through the Student Poll Worker Program. Fill out a Poll Interest Form HERE
Logic & Accuracy Testing Observers: Thorough Logic and Accuracy (L&A) testing ensures that election and voting equipment operate correctly and count votes exactly as marked. This testing is a crucial step, as it marks the point when most voting equipment transitions into "election mode." Observers play an important role in this process by auditing the procedures as Voter Services staff test the voting equipment.
Testing #1: Polling Location Scanning Equipment, Location: Government Services Center - 601 Westtown Road, Suite 040, West Chester, PA 19380. Monday, April 21, 2025, 9:00am, Sign Up HERE
Testing #2 – Ballot Counting Equipment at Central Scan, Location: Central Scan - 313 W. Market Street, 5th Floor, West Chester, PA 19380, Tuesday, April 29, 2025, 9:00am, Sign Up HERE
Chester County Members of Congress (MoC):
John Fetterman (D): DC (202) 224-4254, Philly (215) 251-1090, WEBSITE
Dave McCormick (R): DC 202-224-6324, Philly, (215) 405-9660, WEBSITE
Chrissy Houlahan (D): DC 202-225-4315, West Chester (610) 883-5050, WEBSITE
CURRENT ISSUES
There is one figure who deserves far more public scrutiny: Stephen Miller. He is believed to be the architect behind 47's harsh immigration and DEI policies. He works discreetly in the behind the scenes and deserves a lot more public attention for his influence. More info on Stephen Miller HERE and HERE as a starting point.
This raises an important question: What might public pressure look like if it were directed at him—and could it be effective? Increased visibility and accountability could be powerful tools in challenging the policies he promotes.
Democrats are starting to step up! We need to encourage this. Thanking MOCs for showing up and speaking out should be thanked and acknowledged. It is hard to get politicians out of their beaurocratic bubble. A lot of credit goes to Citizens United paving the way for our government to be owned by the wealthy, corporations and PACs. Shout outs to Bernie Sanders, AOC, Chris Van Hollen, Jamie Raskin, Jasmine Crockett, Cory Booker and I am sure I am missing someone. We need to show support and thank them for showing up.
We are Stronger Together,
The INDIVISIBLE Chester County Team
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