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By MoveOn<\/a>. Monday, September 29 2025<\/p>\n The Trump administration is continuing to follow the authoritarian playbook by working to criminalize and silence those who are pushing back. <\/span>While Trump takes away our health care and rips kids away from their families, we answered with historic organizing and protests across the country, with millions making their voices heard.<\/b> The people showed up en masse to demonstrate where the real power lies. From D.C. to Des Moines, MoveOn members mobilized in their communities, calling out MAGA extremism and demanding dignity for all.<\/span><\/p>\n When Trump and Republicans made massive cuts to Medicaid, school breakfast programs, food benefits, and housing vouchers, <\/span>MoveOn and partner organizations united to hold Families First rallies<\/b>, drawing thousands and making national headlines. To support this, MoveOn members smashed records this summer by making <\/span>more than 315,000 calls<\/b> to likely Medicaid recipients and their families, helping them connect directly with their representatives.<\/span><\/p>\n Trump told people he would lower costs, but his chaotic policies have increased inflation and raised costs for American consumers. MoveOn is working to create awareness and mitigate against the harms of Trump\u2019s tariffs, while educating the general public about how these tariffs will impact their lives and communities. MoveOn also <\/span>hosted a \u201cTalk Tariffs to Me\u201d event with Senator Elizabeth Warren, Senator Chris Murphy, Roxane Gay,<\/b> and others<\/span> to talk about how Trump\u2019s tariffs are driving up prices and rigging the economy for billionaires.<\/span><\/p>\n In these critical times, Trump\u2019s intensifying authoritarian actions threaten our nation daily. He is actively attacking essential programs like Medicaid and food assistance, escalating harmful raids on immigrant children and families, and trying to silence anyone who disagrees with him. MoveOn is uniquely positioned to confront these challenges, offering unparalleled reach, training, organizing, and support within the progressive movement\u2014resources that are more vital now than ever before.<\/span><\/p>\n We\u2019re up against a lot right now, but over the past few months, we\u2019ve shown what we can achieve when our community comes together. We have the support of the people, and it\u2019s crucial to turn that energy into action by bringing millions of us together to fight back, training our people on peaceful resistance, pushing Congress and other democratic institutions to rein in Trump, and building the mass resistance movement.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n That\u2019s what real organizing looks like, and we\u2019ll need more of it in the coming months.<\/span><\/p>\n Looking ahead to the remainder of the year, our work is clear, and our resolve is stronger. We\u2019ve started the year with powerful momentum, and there are countless reasons to be optimistic. We will remain steadfast in our commitment to building a more hopeful and equitable America for all. Together, our collective power is unstoppable.<\/span><\/p>\n Stay in the fight with us. The future is in our hands. Let\u2019s rise to meet this moment together.<\/span><\/p>\n At a time when our democracy is being tested like never before, MoveOn is doubling down on what we\u2019ve always known to be true: People power is how we win. For decades, we\u2019ve been on the front lines, building power from the ground up, fighting for justice, and refusing to back down.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n That\u2019s why I\u2019m so excited to share with you\u2014our most committed supporters\u2014that Katie Bethell has been named MoveOn\u2019s next executive director. <\/b>Katie has been in the trenches fighting for paid family and medical leave, she\u2019s built teams and strategies to lower costs and raise incomes for working people, and she knows how to lead with both vision and grit. Most importantly, she embodies the humility and purpose that the MoveOn family has always stood for. With roots in organizing and a history of mobilizing millions for bold change, Katie is ready to lead us into MoveOn\u2019s next chapter.<\/span><\/p>\n As I pass the baton, I couldn\u2019t be more proud to welcome Katie into this role. Her vision, leadership, and deep commitment to justice make her exactly the leader MoveOn needs for this next chapter. I\u2019m excited for you to hear from her directly.<\/span><\/p>\n It has been a great honor to serve as MoveOn\u2019s executive director over the past six years. I\u2019m deeply grateful for your partnership.<\/span><\/p>\n Thank you for all you do!<\/span><\/p>\n \u2013RAHNA EPTING<\/b><\/p>\n Outgoing Executive Director, MoveOn<\/span><\/p>\n To everyone shaping the future with us: <\/b>I am honored to take on this role and continue the legacy created by Rahna, the incredible MoveOn staff, and our passionate members and community. Like many of you, I believe that organizing and people power can redefine what is possible. And I know there\u2019s not been a more critical time to do just that than right now.<\/span><\/p>\n There is so much we can achieve together. I am proud to work alongside you and look forward to fighting with you in the coming months and years.<\/span><\/p>\n With my sincere gratitude,<\/span><\/p>\n \u2013KATIE BETHELL<\/b><\/p>\n Executive Director, MoveOn<\/span><\/p>\n From launching game-changing petitions to sharing a post that reaches millions, every action you take builds our collective power.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Here are some of the critical efforts and wins:<\/span><\/p>\nThere is no time to rest, no time to sit back.<\/b><\/h2>\n
Member Update: Progress in Motion<\/b><\/h2>\n
Message From Katie<\/b><\/h3>\n
Real Power, Real-World Impact!<\/b><\/h2>\n
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