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This week in the news: New study finds that celebrities can make substantial differences in elections, 16 of America’s top designers team up to support Kamala Harris with an exclusive election collection, WNBA star Nneka Ogwumike will take over More Than a Vote, vice presidential candidates agree on a debate date, and celebrities and musicians flock to Chicago for the Democratic National Convention.

This week in the news: Kamala Harris selects Tim Walz as her running mate, voters have more options to cast ballots than ever in 2024, Donald Trump and Kamala Harris agree to Sept. 10 debate, and Ruben Gallego garners support from Republicans in Arizona Senate race.

We are so excited to announce the launch of the new report published by titled “Celebrities Strengthening Our Culture of Democracy,” written by Impactual's incredible president, Ashley Spillane.

The report analyzes the civic engagement campaigns taken on by Taylor Swift, Kerry Washington, Billie Eilish, Trevor Noah, Hailey Bieber, David Dobrik and Questlove across the 2018, 2020, and 2022 election cycles. And offers a comprehensive look at why athletes, artists, and celebrities can (and should!) use their platforms to boost civic engagement. As well as, why organizations should have an athlete, artist, and celebrity strategy. To read more, check out the link in our story!

🏥 August is where healthcare institutions and providers empower their patients to improve their civic health. Cheers to our friends who organize doctors and nurses to help voters use the ballot box and advocate for policies that shape the health of their communities! Learn more at civichealthmonth.org.

Today we celebrate the anniversary of the signing of the , which extended the right to vote to every eligible American. We are grateful for the committed organizations who continue to fight for civil rights and equal access to the ballot box, including and .

This week in the news: Senate passes child online safety bill, VP Kamala Harris closes in on Donald Trump in recent polling, Trump repeats claim that conservatives “will never have to vote again”, and Trump makes racist remarks towards Harris.

We're joining hundreds of partners across the nation in uplifting today. Poll workers help sign in voters, hand out ballots, and ensure everything runs smoothly during early voting and on Election Day. Signing up as a poll worker is a great way to contribute to strengthen our democracy. Learn more at powerthepolls.org and and sign up!

November 5th is only 100 days away. Double check your voter registration and gear up to get out the vote!

This week in the news: President Joe Biden drops out of presidential race and endorses Vice President Kamala Harris, Gen-Z voter registration surges, Kamala Harris raises $100M and earns the support of a majority of DNC delegates, and Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle steps down.

On , we want to celebrate the work of dedicated interns and organizations like , that advocate for expanding equitable internship opportunities in all sectors. This summer, we had 3 incredible interns join our team. Thank you Abigail, Kyren, and Dhriti for your hard work and passion to protect democracy.

This week in the news: Republican National Convention wraps in Milwaukee, mass shooting at Trump rally, FL representatives release joint letter urging for peace and civil in politics, Biden set to announce Supreme Court reform, Trump selects J.D. Vance as running mate, and Sen. Bob Menendez convicted of corruption.

This week in the news: President Joe Biden hosts the NATO summit, Donald Trump distances himself from Project 2025, Schumer announces plans to strip Trump of immunity granted by the Supreme Court, and Democratic leaders are torn over Biden’s candidacy.

Celebrating the spirit of democracy this July 4th! 🇺🇸 Let freedom ring and voices unite as we cherish the principles that make our nation great. Happy Independence Day!

This week in the news: Biden unveils new path to citizenship for half a million immigrants, Louisiana requires classrooms to display Ten Commandments, Maryland pardons 175,000 ma*****na convictions, and Trump whistle-blower, Eugene Vindman wins Virginia primary for the House of Representatives.

Today, we acknowledge the journey towards freedom and equality in the United States. is a day of reflection, acknowledging the struggles and celebrating the progress made.

To all the dads and father figures who make every day an adventure! Wishing you a Happy Father's Day filled with love, laughter, and precious memories.

This week in the news: Federal judge blocks Florida law preventing gender-affirming care, President Biden supports gun control following son’s conviction on fi****ms charges, Senate Republicans meet with Trump to discuss their 2025 political agenda, and Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito voices partisan beliefs on tape.

This week in the news: Senate Republicans block bill to protect contraception access, Missouri joins other red states in trying to eliminate ranked choice voting, multiple Trump witnesses receive significant financial benefits from his businesses and campaign, and Biden signs an executive order sealing the border with Mexico.

Happy ! We're sending love and light to the LGBTQ+ community and showing our appreciation for always leading with love and authenticity.

This week in the news: A jury finds Trump guilty on all counts of falsifying business records, US Open champ Coco Gauff calls on young Americans to get out and vote, Lyft and Lime announce free rides to the polls in November, and Justice Samuel Alito refuses calls for recusal over display of provocative flags.

On Memorial Day, we remember the brave Americans who gave their lives in service of our country. We are forever grateful for their sacrifice. 🇺🇸

Check out this exclusive by on ' Advisory Council chaired by and . The council features a roster of leaders including many friends of Impactual and our very own president and founder, !

This week in the news: Biden and Trump agree to two presidential debates, Kerry Washington and Adam Kinzinger co-chair the Power the Polls Advisory Council, Angela Alsobrooks wins the Democratic primary for US Senate in Maryland, Fast Company shares ways brands should engage this election season, and US Supreme Court allows Louisiana voting map to move forward.

At Impactual, we believe in prioritizing mental heath and treating it with the care and attention it deserves. Join us in celebrating by taking action for your friends and family. Learn how to A.S.K. (acknowledge, support, keep-in-touch) at asktohelp.com.

This week in the news: A group of Republicans are working to defend the legitimacy of US elections, recent polling shows Biden leads Trump in a two-way race, House Speaker Mike Johnson survives vote to oust him from leadership, and Trump’s criminal trial in New York was denied a mistrial after testimony from Stormy Daniels.

Today, Impactual is proud to uplift to raise public awareness about the dangers of illicit fentanyl. We're joining hundreds of partners across the nation in watching The New Drug Talk, a film produced by , that highlights the dangers of fentanyl and fake pills in the rapidly changing drug landscape. Protect your community by learning the facts and spreading the word at fentanylawarenessday.org and .

This week in the news: Community college voting initiative gets primetime focus for 2024 elections, Peter Meijer drops out of Michigan GOP Senate race, Florida’s six-week abortion ban goes into effect, Marjorie Taylor Greene plans a motion to depose Speaker Mike Johnson next week.

is 5 days away! Be sure to check out the NFAD Toolkit which provides content to amplify NFAD's message including: resources to share on social media, messaging guidelines, and draft email outreach. Click the link in 's bio and join us in our effort to spread the word on May 7th!

Ashley Spillance (), Impactual LLC's president, shares a few recommendations to help voters make an informed decision in November. Add and to your 2024 voting plans today!