In March 2024, Rolling Stone published an in-depth investigation into pro-Trump election deniers who may refuse to certify accurate election results at the county level. This issue is crucial because it could disrupt the certification of statewide results, which has far-reaching implications for our democratic process. Marc Elias on the Dangers of Non-Certification Marc Elias,… More Day 93: The Fight for Fair Elections
The Hidden Power of the Vice Presidency We’re back to discuss the vice presidency, and today is gorgeous. It’s Sunday, August 2nd, and I’m here to dive deeper into this fascinating role. Yesterday, we explored the importance of experience and judgment in the vice presidency, and today, we’ll continue by looking at some notable vice… More Day 94: Shaping History – The Vice President’s Lasting Impact
Unveiling the Power Behind the Vice Presidency It’s Saturday, and I’m excited to dig into the critical role of the vice president as part of our ongoing civics lessons. I’m feeling a little sassy today after spending some time in my yard, trying to save a pumpkin plant from the gophers. The vice presidency is… More Day 95: Power and Influence – The Vice President’s Critical Role
It’s Friday, and as we wrap up the week, I want to thank everyone for tuning in. This week has been all about keeping engaged and staying excited, even when life gets tough. Verifying information online is more crucial than ever, especially as we navigate through the overwhelming amount of data and misinformation. The Challenges… More Day 96: The Importance of Sourcing and Verifying Information
Rabbit, Rabbit! That’s how I like to kick off the first day of the month for a bit of good luck. It’s August 1st, and I’m having one of the best August firsts ever! The Olympics are in full swing, and the support athletes receive from folks like Flavor Flav and Snoop Dogg has been… More Day 97: The Art of Code Switching and Intentional Conversations
It’s Wednesday, July 31st, and though I might be off by a day or two in my count, we’re in the thick of it now. What a week it’s been! The energy from the rally in Georgia was palpable. People coming together with optimism and a renewed sense of purpose—this is what our democracy is… More Day 98: The Power of Your Vote and Civic Engagement
Feeling the Support First of all, welcome back. Yesterday was an incredible day for me. The outpouring of support from all of you was overwhelming, and it reminded me just how much we are all in this together. Whether you’ve been with me for years or are just joining in to get fired up for… More Day 99: Coalition Building and the Power of Voting
A New Beginning Oh my goodness, my people! In the spirit of renewed hope and excitement, I’ve decided to crawl out of my shell and revive The Lawyer’s Daughter podcast. But this time, it’s for political purposes. I know that might make some of you hesitate, but before you decide not to listen, let me… More Day 100: Reviving Hope and Political Action
The week before DeAngelo’s arrest, I had worked a trade show called RSAC. It’s the biggest cybersecurity show in the US. It happens in San Francisco and I did it while on a crutch (busted up leg) and launching a huge PR campaign. The cover image is from one of our event buttons – it just… More The Day of the Arrest: How I Learned DeAngelo Had Been Caught
My grandmother’s piano sat in our front room. It’s dark cherry and well-worn and every Smith kid had to take piano lessons. I wasn’t that great at playing conventionally, but I was good at playing a song by ear. I could read music and loved all things Billy Joel and Elton John. I aspired to… More The Day We Learned My Dad and Charlene Were Dead