As we wrote you last week, we are in an emergency for democracy. Donald Trump, together with compliant officials in red states, are making an unprecedented power grab to steal congressional seats and rig the 2026 elections. California is pivotal in the fight to stop this power grab which would be catastrophic for our country. We cannot let Trump continue to reign terror on our nation with no check on his power in Congress.

The work begins NOW to convince California voters to VOTE YES ON PROP 50 in the November 4 special election. Prop 50 will make law the Election Rigging Response Act (ERRA) approved by the California legislature.

What the Election Rigging Response Act will do, if passed:

Level the playing field for 2026. No unfair advantage for rigged maps elsewhere.
Reaffirm independent redistricting as California’s default and calls on all states to adopt fair, impartial maps.
Put voters in charge: emergency maps require voter approval.
Temporary by design: expires in 2030 and returns authority to the Citizens Redistricting Commission after the next census.

HOW CAN YOU HELP?

1) FIRST STEP: EVERYONE, PLEASE DO THESE THREE THINGS:

SIGN UP TO ATTEND INDIMARIN'S OVERVIEW ZOOM MEETING on 9/11 at 5 PM - “State of Play: California Special Election”
BUY A YES ON 50 T-shirt and wear it often, especially while out in public. You’ll be surprised by how many people will comment which is an opportunity for engagement. For tips, check out our webpage on personal outreach.
BOOKMARK OUR SPECIAL ELECTION WEBPAGE. We will update it frequently to stay current with all opportunities for action. Please check back often.

2) SECOND STEP: CHOOSE ONE OR MORE OF THE TACTICS BELOW AND GET TO WORK!

PHONEBANKS: (high need)
Coordinated by the California Democratic Party and host volunteer groups

English Phonebanks (Two shifts a day Sat - Thursday; times vary)
Spanish Phonebanks (Sunday 12-2 pm and Thursday 6 - 8 pm)

TEXTBANKS:
Hosted by Governor Newsom’s Campaign for Democracy

Sign up NOW to volunteer with Governor Newsom’s Campaign for Democracy and check the texting option. You will be directed to training sessions.
Even if you’ve worked with them before, you must onboard again for orientation and training on their new texting platform.*

POSTCARDING: In partnership with Activate America

Online Requests in partnership with Activate America
Every Tuesday 10 - 11:30 AM - Postcarding Together at Panera Bread in Novato
Every 3rd Thursday 5:30 - 7 PM - Postcarding Together at Ounces Outside in San Rafael

CANVASSES: (high need)

For those of you outside of Marin, check this Statewide list for any canvasses scheduled near you. This list will continue to grow in coming days and weeks!
Marin County - The Marin Dems will be leading. We will post more info here on 9/5
Other counties - Contact your local Dem club for information

MERCHANDISE: More to come! We will add links as they become available.

FUNDRAISING: Donate to the Yes on 50 Campaign

Thank you all for taking the initiative to jump right into the work this week. We will keep you posted on a regular basis with high-priority ways to help.