Speak out over and over to defend our democracy

Letter to the editor

Dear Editor, 

We are the Women’s Political Action Group, launched  by a group of mostly retired teachers in 2016. We are guided by the principles laid out in the Declaration of Independence— that all people are endowed with certain inalienable rights: Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness.

We are living through extraordinary times that call for bold and collective action. That’s why we are reaching out to the public with this open letter. Below are just a few ways these fundamental rights are under threat:

Life: The current administration is endangering the lives of millions by proposing cuts to Medicaid.

Liberty: Our civil liberties are at risk as the administration seeks to undermine the right to challenge unjust detention and imprisonment.

Pursuit of Happiness: True happiness relies on the ability to support ourselves and our families. Yet, this administration is slashing jobs and threatening social security, undermining the stability of countless individuals and communities.

We urge you—individuals, organizations, and fellow citizens—to raise your voices. Together, we must stand up and speak out over and over to defend our democracy.

-Women’s Political Action Group WG