An inspiring week: Your civic action to-do list for 1-18-21
"Change does not roll in on the wheels of inevitability, but comes through continuous struggle."
— Reverend Martin Luther King, Jr.
3. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy and his vision for our future inspires and motivates us into action.
In a nutshell: At a time when so many are suffering, use today’s MLK Day of Service to take action and work to improve lives in your community.
Take action: Click here to find a volunteer opportunity near you.
2. On Wednesday Joe Biden and Kamala Harris will be sworn into office as President and Vice President of United States, demonstrating the strength and resiliency of our democracy through the peaceful transition of power.
In a nutshell: The inauguration will begin a new direction for our country, one that focuses on healing, unity, and accountability.
Take action: Join JWI’s staff for a virtual zoom inauguration watch party from 11:45 am ET to 12:30 pm ET.
1. Last week President-elect Biden introduced the bold and aggressive COVID relief plan that our country desperately needs to get us on a path to recovery.
In a nutshell: The American Rescue Plan includes emergency paid sick and family leave, funding for state and local governments, extended and expanded unemployment benefits, funding for domestic violence and sexual assault programs, an increased minimum wage, $1,400 in direct payments to many adults, and other important provisions that will help move our country forward.
Take action: Email your members of Congress and urge them to support this rescue package!
