Umesh,

This week is going to be pretty busy (check out our tweet thread for in-depth info). In fact, before we get to to-dos, let’s just take a look at everything that should be on all of our calendars:

Today: The Supreme Court of the United States began its oral arguments today into whether the Trump administration acted improperly with its decision to end the Deferred Action Against Childhood Arrivals (DACA) and put almost 700,000 young immigrants at risk of deportation. This is just the beginning of this case, but it only underscores why reforms are so important, and desperately needed. 

Tomorrow (Wednesday): Public impeachment hearings begin tomorrow, starting with Bill Taylor and George Kent, both of whom have already gone on record citing a Trump administration quid pro quo connection to Ukraine. So we’re thinking tomorrow is as good a day as any to call your representative and your two senators. That’s why we’ve got all our tools and toolkits ready for our National #DefundHate Call-In Day on Wednesday:

• We updated our explainer with everything you need to know about the latest in the fight. 
• You can check out our social toolkit to share with your network to start promoting now.
• We’ve got graphics for you to share on all your social media platforms.

Thursday: Last month, we launched our national Congressional Endorsements program and put out a call to local groups to nominate candidates for a movement-wide Indivisible endorsement. This Thursday, after weeks of submissions, talking with groups, and the first round of voting, we’re excited to announce the first nationally endorsed congressional candidates of the 2020 election cycle. So keep your eyes peeled for our first IndivisiCandidates coming soon!

Friday: We’re wrapping up the week with coverage of another round of public impeachment hearings, which means there’s time for you to put some more pressure on your members of Congress to support these proceedings (even a thank you goes a long way). In fact, it’ll be the perfect time to register or find a “Nobody is Above the Law” Impeachment Eve event near you. With nearly 250 events registered, we have a chance to make this moment a turning point in the movement to bring this administration to justice. 

Great, now that we’ve set the stage, it’s time for your 5 weekly to-dos:

 Your 5 weekly to-dos 

1. Tell Congress to #DefundHate in the November funding bill. There’s only a little more than a week left for Congress to fund the government before it could shut down, and the situation is still up in the air. Make sure to call your Representative and Senators during Wednesday’s National Call-In Day to tell them not to give ICE or CBP any special increases in funding -- the call-in day number is 1-844-778-3056, or you can text DEFUND HATE to 977-79.
2. Continue to demand your member of Congress #impeachnow. Since recess is over, the House is just getting underway with the public phase of the inquiry. It’s critical that we keep the pressure on our Members to ensure they hold Trump accountable and get to the truth. For Democrats, show up to tell them that you’ve got their backs. For Republicans, ask them #OneSimpleQuestion: do you think it’s OK for a president to ask a foreign power to interfere in our elections? Get their responses on video. Find or register your event now and coalition partners will help you recruit.
3. Register or find a Trump is Not Above the Law Impeachment Eve event now. The night before the House of Representatives takes a historic vote to impeach Trump, we'll head to every congressional office and public square to declare that Nobody Is Above the Law as representatives finalize their positions and senators look on. There are more than 246 events on the map as of now with more being added every day. Take a look to find (or host) one near you.
4. Sign up to make some calls connecting voters to senators to demand a complete and fair impeachment trial. We've identified 13 senators who really need to hear from their constituents (folks who are vulnerable because they’re up for reelection next year and folks who are retiring and worrying a lot about their legacies). Now we're asking you to call voters in those states and ask them to turn up the pressure on their elected officials. It’s a simple four-part process:
1. You call a progressive voter in a key state with one of these 13 Republicans. These folks are your friends -- they attended the Women’s March and/or fight for progressive causes.
2. You explain how they have power now. You’ll remind them why the continued fight for impeachment is so important -- and why they have particular power in this moment.
3. You ask them to use their power. Then, you’ll ask them to call their senator and make their voices heard on why we’re demanding courage in this moment.
4. You push a button and connect them to their senator’s office. The call tool will allow you to automatically patch them through to their senator’s DC office.
5. Order your Indivisible book today. As a reminder, 100% of the proceeds from We Are Indivisible: A Blueprint for Democracy After Trump are going to Indivisible’s Save Democracy Fund, which supports projects related to democracy reform and our vision for what happens after we take back the Senate and the White House in 2021.

 2020 Update 

Does the Democratic field still have room for more candidates? Michael Bloomberg seems to think so -- and maybe more do too! This week, we’re checking in on a big endorsement, some candidate insights on early primary states, and who’s still thinking about jumping into the contest:

• National Nurses United endorses Bernie Sanders. The nation’s largest union of registered nurses, National Nurses United, announced on Tuesday that they are supporting Senator Sanders for president in the Democratic primary. National Nurses is a major proponent of Medicare for All and has decided to throw their weight behind one of the policy’s biggest champions in the race.
• Julián Castro gets real about early state demographics. It’s a common question that pops up ahead of presidential primaries: why are Iowa and New Hampshire first to vote? The answer is tied up in tradition and expectations, but it’s worth pointing out that both states are whiter and more rural than the rest of the country. Secretary Castro acknowledged that fact -- and how those demographics impact the race overall -- in statements this week. It’s a notable (and refreshing) departure from how most candidates discuss voters in these states while trying to win them over!
• A new challenger approaches? Last week, we heard rumblings that former New York City Mayor and current billionaire Michael Bloomberg is planning to enter the Democratic primary. It looks like at least one other hopeful is also moving towards making an entrance: former Massachusetts Governor Deval Patrick. Late entries will face major challenges in early states and debate qualifying, but name recognition and party support may help these two get in the game.

 IndivisiWin of the Week 

Indivisibles groups from across Arizona rally on the eve of the public impeachment hearings to show that Trump is not above the law!

Recess is over, and it’s time to turn up the heat on impeachment, and on ensuring that this Congress continues to stop Trump’s racist immigration policies from being funded. This week is gonna be busy, Umesh. 

But we’ll be right here with you, and ready to bring this administration to justice, and to unite against it’s cruel agenda on every front. 

In solidarity,
Indivisible Team