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There is a long history in America of artists stepping forward when the principles of our nation are challenged, but where are the artists, songwriters, and performers in America today? They are strangely silent. Read more: https://loom.ly/JsEOETQ #thefulcrum #citizenconnect

If we allow funding cuts and policy rollbacks to continue unchecked, we risk crushing a higher education system that has long been a pillar of opportunity, innovation, and democratic engagement. Read more: https://loom.ly/PZqpiz8 #thefulcrum #citizenconnect

Trump’s election brings a new concern for critics, who believe that Trump may be more willing to stretch the law than he was during his first term due to the expanded immunity now afforded to presidents. Read more: https://loom.ly/ZN-nn4I #thefulcrum #citizenconnect

Trump’s gradual consolidation of power and authoritarian proclivities, reminiscent of an earlier era, are very frightening on their own account. But it is his uncanny ability to control the narrative that empowers him to shred our nation’s fabric while proceeding with impunity. Read more: https://loom.ly/4CbPYmQ #thefulcrum #citizenconnect

From dismal scores on eighth-grade civics and history exams to depressing voter attitudes toward the state of American democracy, we face a national crisis of civic confidence that we cannot afford to ignore. Read more: https://loom.ly/GIoNVu8 #thefulcrum #citizenconnect

Polling on the public’s opinion toward raising tariffs has produced some varying results, ranging from modest support to strong opposition. Read more: https://loom.ly/wRBH4X8 #thefulcrum #citizenconnect

Most Americans Aren’t Casting Meaningful Votes. Here’s Why: New analysis sheds light on why most votes don’t really matter. Read more: https://loom.ly/95rhRQ8 #thefulcrum #citizenconnect

Despite Mr. Trump claiming to be the “champion of free speech,” The New York Times found that hundreds of words used in Trump 2.0 documents have disappeared on hundreds of federal document websites and more than 5,000 pages. Read more: https://loom.ly/lp371LM #thefulcrum #citizenconnect

In an extraordinary move yesterday, Chief Justice John Roberts issued a public statement rebuking President Donald Trump following Trump’s call for the impeachment of U.S. District Judge James Boasberg. Read more: https://loom.ly/7n7Iqg0 #thefulcrum #citizenconnect

We are watching a disaster in the making: Our leaders are all falling in line with a program that prioritizes politics and power over American success. But, we ignore the truth at our own peril—reality has a way of getting our attention even if we look the other way. Read more: https://loom.ly/oA6aYaU #thefulcrum #citizenconnect