Protect Democracy

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We are a nonpartisan, nonprofit group working to prevent authoritarianism. This account is owned and operated by Protect Democracy United.

@protectdemocracy.org Oct 12, 2026, 12:00 AM

We can't let up.

The public and our institutions are proving to be a powerful guardrail against Trump's midterm sabotage campaign. But our work isn't done.

🔗 Take action: https://protectdemocracy.org/actions

The image is a graphic titled "Executive Override Update" discussing the failure of a midterm sabotage campaign. It mentions that the DOJ is 0-25 in court cases regarding voter data, Congress rejected the SAVE America Act, and the Supreme Court halted a White House mail-in voting order.

A graphic titled "Executive Override Update" lists three items with red X marks. The items are: five states have passed laws to hold federal agents accountable for civil rights abuses, the $1.8 billion slush fund for election deniers suspended, and mid-cycle redistricting failed to net a significant partisan advantage. Below, there is a message about protecting free and fair elections with a call to action: protectdemocracy.org/actions.

@protectdemocracy.org Oct 11, 2026, 2:20 PM

ACTION ALERT: Becoming a poll worker is one of the most direct things you can do to protect free and fair elections this Nov. It's nonpartisan, it's paid in most states.

We've partnered with Power the Polls to make it easy to find opportunities near you. Start here: https://protdem.org/4x56ArP

@protectdemocracy.org Oct 11, 2026, 12:00 AM

Helping your community vote safely and freely is one of the most meaningful things you can do right now. Protect Democracy and Over Zero have developed a free guide to help.

Start here to take action: https://protdem.org/4vxVmeq

@protectdemocracy.org Oct 10, 2026, 2:20 PM

NOW HIRING - Priority deadline for both is: October 15th

Finance Operations Specialist
📍Remote, U.S.
💰$84k - $94k per year

Paralegal & Litigation Specialist
📍Remote, U.S.
💰$84k - $99k per year

Learn more and apply today ⬇️ https://protectdemocracy.recruitee.com/

@protectdemocracy.org Oct 10, 2026, 12:00 AM

NEW: We have what you need to help turn anxious conversations into joyful action.

As high-strung news cycles and political rhetoric drive widespread anxiety among teams, families, and communities, check out our quick guide to stay focused and prepared ⬇️
https://protdem.org/4jjJJ8B

A group of people are seated around a conference table in discussion. The text at the top reads, "If you can keep it" and "How to talk about threats to the midterms," followed by, "A toolkit for conversations with stressed-out (or burned-out) people." The date, October 9, 2026, is also visible. The image includes an abstract geometric design incorporating blue and red elements.

@protectdemocracy.org Oct 9, 2026, 6:51 PM

We are honored to represent @commoncause.org and 4 courageous TX voters in this lawsuit alongside @aclu.org, @aclu-dc.bsky.social, @citizensforethics.org, and the Democracy & Rule of Law Clinic at Harvard Law School.

@protectdemocracy.org Oct 9, 2026, 6:51 PM

As the 2026 midterms near, the DOJ's actions are part of a larger effort to deceive the public with false election claims. This ruling demonstrates how federal courts can serve as an important check on the Trump admin’s authority.

The image features a quote on election security over a dark blue background. The text reads: "If the federal government were genuinely concerned about election security, it would not even consider compiling sensitive voter records in a massive centralized database with so little regard for the risks. Today’s ruling is a win for voters, a win for national security, and a win for free and fair elections." Below the quote, it attributes the statement to Jane Bentrott, labeled as counsel.

@protectdemocracy.org Oct 9, 2026, 6:51 PM

VICTORY: A federal court just ruled DOJ’s campaign to consolidate sensitive voter data violates the law & illegally intrudes on states’ authority over elections. This ruling has drawn a clear line to protect voters’ privacy, uphold the law, & ensure elections remain free, fair, trusted. Details ⬇️🧵

The image contains text stating "Federal Court Blocks DOJ's Unlawful Voter Data Demands" with an additional note that the ruling protects voter information from federal overreach. The background features the Statue of Liberty and stylized graphic elements.

@protectdemocracy.org Oct 9, 2026, 5:00 PM

UPDATED RESOURCE for student organizers and young leaders, we've added actionable guidance on ⬇️

➡️ Spotting misinformation & AI
➡️ Navigating campus free speech
➡️ Knowing your rights and handling intimidation

🔗 Get our Gen Z Election Defense Toolkit
https://protectdemocracy.org/gen-z-toolkit/

The image is a graphic titled "Gen Z Election Defense Toolkit" with text on "Youth voter disenfranchisement can show up in different ways." It lists three categories: "Misinformation & Access," "Threats to Campus Free Speech," and "Voter intimidation," each with brief descriptions on how to navigate these challenges.

@protectdemocracy.org Oct 9, 2026, 2:20 PM

👻 The scariest thing happening this Oct? To the authoritarian movement, it's lawyers, scientists, faith leaders, Gen Z voters, and neighbors coming together to make our voices heard and counted.

@annalovesvoting.bsky.social and Corey Dukes explain how the pro-democracy movement wins:

@protectdemocracy.org Oct 9, 2026, 12:00 AM

🚨 Status Update: Rapidly Escalating

In the latest update to our Authoritarian Action Watch, we explain how a state law in Florida is targeting nonprofits that advocate for vulnerable communities. Read more here: ⬇️ https://protdem.org/communities

The image contains a text box with the headline "Authoritarian actions targeting vulnerable communities are Rapidly Escalating," with emphasis on "Rapidly Escalating." Below, it states "The Florida state government is targeting one of the biggest Muslim advocacy organizations in the country." In the bottom right corner, there is a stylized illustration of a person holding a Confederate flag and a book, with an "X" drawn over the flag. The top of the image has the label "Authoritarian Action Watch" and "Just Updated." The American flag appears in the lower left corner.

@protectdemocracy.org Oct 8, 2026, 5:00 PM

ACTION: We’re 4 weeks until Election Day, now is the time to prepare yourself and your community to vote.

Learn how to help your community vote safely and freely through our free guide developed in partnership with Over Zero. 🔗 https://protdem.org/4vxVmeq

A person is voting at a booth marked with "VOTE." Above, text reads, "WHAT YOU CAN DO WEEK OF OCT 5." Below is a message: "Help your community vote safely and freely." It mentions a time needed of a few hours and an action type of connect. Details are at prot-dem.org/actions.

@protectdemocracy.org Oct 8, 2026, 2:20 PM

Have mercy. Have courage and vote, no matter who is on the ballot.

The faith community is mobilizing to vote early and protect the 2026 midterms. Join Protect Democracy, Interfaith Alliance, and Bishop Mariann Budde in urging our communities to vote early.

Start here: https://lovenotice.org/

@protectdemocracy.org Oct 8, 2026, 12:00 AM

The Trump administration and its allies are counting on you feeling afraid and alone. But reality is: our movement has never been stronger or more organized.

@annalovesvoting.bsky.social shares how we can all do our part to vote and be counted. Are you ready?

@protectdemocracy.org Oct 7, 2026, 11:21 PM

TOMORROW at 1pm ET: We're co-hosting a conversation about ABC v. FCC & the fight for press freedom w/ @jimacosta.bsky.social, @gbsohn.bsky.social, and @rachelegoodman.bsky.social, plus the FCC’s broader attempts to control what voters see and trust before the midterm elections.

Join us live Oct 8:

@protectdemocracy.org Oct 7, 2026, 7:22 PM

We've already seen numerous signs of the pro-democracy coalition's strength.

@annalovesvoting.bsky.social and @coreydukes.bsky.social give us a pep talk on how our coalition's preparation, collective joy, and action will carry us through the midterm elections home stretch.

@protectdemocracy.org Oct 7, 2026, 3:30 PM

🚨Attn nonprofit org leaders🚨

As we see new reports of the Trump admin investigating civil society organizations, here's how to prepare for and respond to scenarios like search warrants, subpoenas, congressional and IRS investigations, and more. → https://protdem.org/NonprofitInvestigationsToolkit

A graphic titled "The Nonprofit Toolkit: Responding to Government Investigations" with the subtitle "Resources to help organizations face politicized threats while continuing to serve their communities." Includes images of a gavel, a government building, stacks of documents, and a scales of justice symbol.

@protectdemocracy.org Oct 7, 2026, 12:00 AMReposted by @protectdemocracy.org

Deceive. Disrupt. Deny. The White House is trying to override the will of the voters to consolidate its own power. But we still have the power.

👉 Spot the strategy and take action to protect our right vote: protectdemocracy.org/actions

@protectdemocracy.org Oct 7, 2026, 12:53 AM

TOMORROW: Join us on Wednesday, October 7 at 7 PM ET for a virtual conversation hosted by @bigtentusa.bsky.social

Protect Democracy's @ianbassin.bsky.social and Representative Jim Himes will explore how we can work together to safeguard our democratic processes. RSVP here:

@protectdemocracy.org Oct 7, 2026, 12:00 AM

Deceive. Disrupt. Deny. The White House is trying to override the will of the voters to consolidate its own power. But we still have the power.

👉 Spot the strategy and take action to protect our right vote: protectdemocracy.org/actions

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