Good Trouble Lives On Weekend of Action, July 17-19: 3 Things to Know

The Trump administration and its allies continue to threaten our most fundamental rights with attempts to silence our voices and votes. Congressional Republicans keep trying to pass the anti-voter SAVE America Act to make it harder for Americans to vote. The Supreme Court’s MAGA Justices have demolished the Voting Rights Act. And Trump has issued two anti-voter Executive Orders so far. It will take all of us speaking out to make sure that none of their plans succeed.

The movement continues July 17–19 with the Good Trouble Lives On Weekend of Action. This is our opportunity to all come together across the country to defend our freedom to vote.

Here are the three key things to know about this nationwide weekend of action, what it stands for, and how to join LCV and our partner organizations in causing Good Trouble.

Good Trouble Lives On will be hosting more than 500 peaceful, educational events across the country to remind the world that power belongs to the people. Not billionaires, extremist politicians, or wanna-be kings.

This is our response to the Trump administration’s repeated attacks on our civil and human rights. Inspired by the legacy of the late civil rights leader Rep. John Lewis, the Good Trouble movement will educate voters, strengthen our communities, and help more people get ready to vote. Grassroots organizations, legal advocates, faith leaders, and community members will “Teach! Reach! Preach!” by registering voters and making sure every voice is heard.

On July 17 through July 19, over 500 events across the country are uniting communities to Make Good Trouble. Each day will have its own theme:

Friday, July 17: Teach!

• Teach-in events: learn about the history and importance of civil rights and get training to Know Your Rights as a voter

Saturday, July 18: Reach! 

• Voter outreach events: register to vote, get voting resources, or sign up to become a poll worker to help our elections run smoothly

Sunday, July 19: Preach!

• Interfaith services and events: honor the civil rights legacy of John Lewis, get inspired, and get ready to vote!

When we come together, we win. Through collective action, we aim to:

• Stop the Trump administration’s extreme attacks on our civil rights—from our right to vote, to protest, to speak freely, and everything in between.
• Stop attempts to roll back our voting rights, including Trump and Republicans’ efforts to block mail-in voting, push for racially gerrymandered maps, and disenfranchise millions of voters through bills like the SAVE America Act.
• Demand Congress pass federal voting legislation to ensure a fair and equitable democracy. This includes the John Lewis Voting Rights Act to repair the damage SCOTUS has done to the Voting Rights Act, the Freedom to Vote Act, and DC Statehood.

Ready to stand up to injustice and make Good Trouble in your community?

There are events all weekend across the country – find one near you!

Join a Good Trouble event in your community, make sure you’re registered to vote, and encourage your friends and family to do the same.

Our voices are stronger when every voter participates. So, now is the time to make a plan to vote in your state’s primaries and November elections.

Together, we can continue John Lewis’ legacy and fight back against the extremists threatening our rights, our freedoms, and our democracy.

A core principle behind all Good Trouble Lives On events is a commitment to nonviolent action. We expect all participants to seek to de-escalate any potential confrontation with those who disagree with our values and to act lawfully at these events. Weapons of any kind, including those legally permitted, should not be brought to events. This action is non-partisan and does not support nor endorse any particular candidate or ballot measure.