Three to Get Ready for
February 11, 2026

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Bad News First

The news can be overwhelming, but it can also inform, inspire, and focus our engagement. Let’s gird our loins and take a quick peek.
  1. The FDA refused to review Moderna’s application for a new flu vaccine.

  2. After a limited review of unredacted documents related to the Epstein investigation, Congressional Representative Jamie Raskin found “puzzling, inexplicable redactions” not required by law, but rather seeming to protect powerful men from embarrassment, in contrast to the names of sexual trafficking victims, which had not been fully redacted.

  3. Reporting by both Politico and Propublica provides documented detail on ICE tactics aimed at circumventing court orders and the overwhelming caseload being created as a result.

And Here's What You Can Do!

Even small efforts have the potential to ripple out in ways we don’t expect. Plus, doing good is good for you. Give it a try and see.
  1. Watch The Librarians, a documentary on efforts to ban books from school and public libraries.

  2. Change the settings on your Ring camera so that it cannot be used for police surveillance and send a letter to your state leaders about shielding motor vehicles data from ICE.

  3. Click through the website of Moms Demand Action and find opportunities to take action against gun violence and more.

  1. Watch The Librarians, a documentary on efforts to ban books from school and public libraries.

  2. Change the settings on your Ring camera so that it cannot be used for police surveillance and send a letter to your state leaders about shielding motor vehicles data from ICE.

  3. Click through the website of Moms Demand Action and find opportunities to take action against gun violence and more.

  4. Read these two articles on boycotts and think about which companies you might cut ties with.

  5. When you reached out to your congressional reps re: guardrails for ICE (good job!), did you ask for legislation protecting schools, hospitals, and places of worship from enforcement activity? You still can!

  6. Mark your calendar for the Stand Up for Science Day of Action on March 7 and the next No Kings national protest day on March 28.

  7. Contact your county’s party leadership to inquire about  becoming a poll watcher in upcoming elections.

  8. Click through  Red Wine & Blue to find a wide variety of  opportunities and resources, including local groups, a digital Hype Squad, and weekly five-minute Easy A action ideas.

  9. We’ve got 50+ ideas in the 3 to Get Ready Action Library…and counting! Tell a friend and make them your democracy buddy.

  10. Call your elected representatives tonight and leave a message about your biggest concern, then sleep well, knowing you did a good thing for democracy. Find yours here.

  11. If you’ve unsubscribed from major media outlets but still want access to professional journalism, why not get a library card? Look online or ask a librarian how to unlock free online access to local and national outlets.

  12. If you’re moved by the Minnesota Singing Resistance, follow their insta for links to training, a toolkit, songbook, and more.

  13. If you’re excited by the idea of progressive representation at all levels of government, connect with Emily’s List or Run for Something.

  14. Attention road warriors! If you have 50,000+ Delta Skymiles, you can fly a released detainee from Texas home to Minnesota.

  15. DC-area folks: This Washingtonian article details how we can take care of each other, with MANY local organizations and volunteer opportunities to support civil servants, immigrants, people in need, and more.

  16. Use ACLU’s template to send a message to congress opposing government mass surveillance.

  17. Explore the website for Citizens’ Impeachment and see if anything under the Take Action tab makes sense for you. Follow them on social media to stay apprised of educational calls.

  18. Volunteer with Postcards to Voters and send handwritten postcards to likely Democratic voters before close key races.

  19. Scroll through the Ice Out for Good toolkit and see how you can make a difference by opposing federal funding, demanding corporate action, or preparing to observe ICE enforcement in your neighborhood.

  20. Find your state on this list of Immigrant Rights and Mutual Aid Groups or this list of Immigration System Bail Funds and see if there’s a group you can support.

  21. If you’re a podcast person, subscribe to What’s the Plan? with Leah Greenberg and Ezra Levin, for weekly encouragement, discussion, and action ideas.

  22. Visit the MoveOn Immigration Defense Hub to see what allies can do.

  23. ACLU has short simple videos outlining your rights with respect to law enforcement, available in multiple languages–and a printable PDF to share.

  24. If you’re feeling low, read this Atlantic article recounting the efforts of everyday people in Minneapolis for inspiration.

  25. If you’re a Facebooker, search for “Indivisible [where you live]” and join a local group or follow their page to keep apprised of local actions and needs.

  26. Concerned about the role of money in politics in the wake of Citizens United?  Explore some opportunities to fight corruption in government.

  27. Watch the congressional testimony of former special Counsel Jack Smith, who investigated Donald Trump’s role in the January 6 attack on the Capitol–you know, as a little treat.

  28. Stand Up for Science has opportunities for you to help protect science and democracy.

  29. State attorneys general are elected in most states. AGs in states like Oregon, California, and Illinois have filed 50+ lawsuits to protect citizens in their state. Consider giving your state’s AG some feedback or encouragement.

  30. The House has passed the SAVE Act, which will make it more difficult for married women (and others!) to vote. The League of Women Voters makes it easy to contact your Senator.

  31. Take a look at these “45 Acts of Non-Compliance for Ordinary People” and see if one works for you.

  32. Counteract recent efforts to erase Black history by spending some time on History.com.

  33. Watch a ten-minute version of Timothy Snyder’s short book, On Tyranny, read by John Lithgow.

  34. Consider making a donation to Minnesota mutual aid efforts, some of which can be found here and here.

  35. If you’re bolstered by the news of court wins for democracy, take a look at ACLU’s 2025 report and consider a donation.

  36. Is there a social, recreational, or charitable org you’ve been thinking about joining? Now’s a good time to build local connections.

  37. Today is a great day to email or call your congressional representatives and tell them what’s on your mind. Indivisible makes it easy.

  38. Read Wired’s guide for what to do if ICE comes to your neighborhood.

  39. Have you ever considered becoming a Poll Worker?

  40. Join library supporters and send a postcard in support of the Right to Read Act.

  41. Recruit a few friends and volunteer to write 100 postcards to combat disinformation in upcoming swing state Senate elections.

  42. Use the Mobilize tool to find out about all kinds of opportunities. Adjust the filters to find something perfect for you.

  43. Explore the resources provided by the Immigrant Defense Network and consider supporting their work.

  44. For daily (M-F) action ideas and encouragement, subscribe to Jess Craven’s newsletter, “Chop Wood, Carry Water.”

  45. Protect yourself against “J6” propaganda by relying on journalistic and fact-checked accounts of historical events.

  46. If you have kids, they live in a different information bubble than you do. Take a look at how one mom is teaching her sons to watch and read critically.

  47. According to a Bluesky user, ICE observers in the Twin Cities are asking for donations to obtain dash cams and memory cards.

  48. Take a look at former Labor Secretary Robert Reich’s list of ten things you can do to support democracy in 2026, and find something that works for you.

  49. One easy way to diversify your news sources is to sign up for Bluesky and follow this starter pack of independent news sources that “aren’t owned and controlled by billionaires.”

  50. If you find yourself wondering whether those calls to Congress really matter, have a look at this guide to contacting your congressional reps and see how calls, letters, emails and other outreach all have their roles.

  51. Call your representatives on Capitol Hill and express your views on U.S. action in Venezuela.  Indivisible and 5 Calls can help.

  52. Make yourself seen! Join or start a local Visibility Brigade, or follow their Insta for slogan inspiration and make your own signs.

  53. Are you sure you and your eligible family members are all registered to vote? Has anybody changed address? Come of age? Get that sorted out.

  54. Check in with your local Indivisible group and see what they have planned.

  55. Make it a habit to fact check information before sharing. 

  56. Follow your local, state, and federal representatives on social media or sign up for their email updates.

  57. Add some environmental and sustainability accounts to your Instagram or TikTok Feeds for ideas and inspiration on climate issues.

  58. Make sure you and your family are vaccinated against COVID and flu–it’s hard to fight the good fight when you’re down for the count.

  59. Print and share ‘zines and Red Cards with your neighbors and businesses you frequent, so they know you will stand with them when they exercise their rights.

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