Ten energetic pro-democracy friends (some shown here) met at a DC library Sunday to explore our connections to, and roles within, different “pillars” of society. We boosted each others’ spirits and willpower as we plan to shift power away from would-be autocrats. We’ll meet again! #onemillionrising

A massive crowd rallied in St. Paul on “No Kings Day” despite the tragic early morning shootings that made national news. I was there with family. Because the gunman was still at large and the victims were prominent Democrats, law enforcement advised the throngs who were gathering to march. No!