People For the American Way

06/16/2026

From July 17-19, People For is joining partners across the country for the Good Trouble Lives On Weekend of Action, a 3-day national mobilization to honor Congressman John Lewis by doing what he loved most: organizing, acting, and registering voters. Find events near you!

Find events, petitions, volunteer opportunities, fundraisers and more with People For the American Way.

06/15/2026

Every senator who voted to confirm Justin Smith has chosen to give a lifetime seat to someone who will be a rubber stamp for Trump’s worst authoritarian tendencies. Read our full statement.

Read People For President Svante Myrick's official statement on the recent confirmation of Justin Smith.

06/15/2026

Trump likes to bask in the reflected glory of athletes. It’s a way for him to cosplay as a populist and appeal to the working class while doing nothing to make people’s lives better. Read more in our latest op-ed for The Hill.

But Trump doesn’t give a damn about fair play.

06/11/2026

Trump and Senate Republicans are rushing Justin Smith toward confirmation because they know exactly what kind of judge he would be: loyal to the MAGA agenda, not independent from it. We need to speak out now. Sign the petition opposing him:

Add your name to demand that DHS funding include real accountability and enforceable limits before this legislation is finalized.

06/11/2026

📚 Throughout history, artists have played a vital role in every major social movement—shining light where others look away, stirring our conscience, and expanding our collective imagination of what’s possible.

This time is no different.

🖥️ Join us for this VIRTUAL event on Thursday, June 18 at 4 pm EDT as hosts Steven Heller and Debbie Millman talk with People For President, Svante Myrick and Artist Tracie Ching about the creation of the action kit, the network of artists who contributed, and how creative voices can shape civic life and defend our freedoms.

🎟️ Attendance is FREE, register here: https://events.zoom.us/ev/ArhWv6AfkiCF4qIX1XB7MfdqubZhlnWGvYVSyy_7mjmRFQ514SnI~AvGcn3DnqyuqsXCBWpg8sNPao6uGghNlM4oSXiwBU7VBn5gdvwm7qhSlWw

06/10/2026

Our nation’s 250th should have been a nonpartisan moment of reflection and a celebration of our progress. Instead we got Trump celebrating Trump. Read about it in our latest op-ed for The Hill.

This is as sad as it is absurd.

06/09/2026

LAST CHANCE TO GET TICKETS!

Wednesday, June 10 at 7:30 PM at The Ebell of Los Angeles

Join artist Shepard Fairey and People For board chair Lara Bergthold for a timely discussion on how art shapes culture and democracy.

🎟️ Get tickets at ArtofSavingDemocracy.org/events

06/04/2026

Republicans are trying to put a lock on the current right-wing Supreme Court majority. Sign our petition now and urge Congress to support Supreme Court expansion before it’s too late!

Read about a potential Republican plan to lock in the nine justice Supreme Court and sign our petition demanding a court that is fair, honest, and worthy of the power it holds.

06/03/2026

Thanks to the packed house that joined us last night at for the launch of our Action Kit!

We were especially honored to be joined by freedom fighters like , , and the legendary !

It was an incredible night of reflection, conversation, and ACTION. Thanks to everyone who took home a signed kit (and maybe even a few for friends)!

The Action Kits are now ON SALE. Order yours and find an upcoming event at ArtOfSavingDemocracy.org.

06/02/2026

It’s no golden age for Americans right now, but Trump continues to line his own coffers. Read about Trump’s rampant corruption while Americans struggle in our latest op-ed for The Hill.

“Welcome to the Golden Age!” says a banner on the White House website.  Maybe it’s golden for Trump and his family, who’ve made billions by cashing in on the presidency, and for their ult…