Today, we’re all feeling the weight of last night’s election results, and we’re all still processing the news. While we hoped for a different outcome in the presidential election, let’s remember that progress doesn’t end here. History has shown that even in challenging times, we still have resilience, hope, and collective action.

There were still political wins that gave us reasons to feel optimistic last night. From progressive candidates winning key seats to crucial ballot initiatives passing, last night’s victories remind us that positive change is still very much within reach.

In addition, on Monday, 1,069 of you shared that you had already cast your vote or were planning on voting, a powerful reminder of the community we have and the difference we’re all committed to making.

Now more than ever we need to remember that there is hope. Let’s lean on one another, take heart in the small wins, and keep moving forward toward that light.

Take a look at the wins below ⬇️

Voters approve most abortion-rights measures in flurry of ballot initiatives

North Carolina’s Josh Stein wins race for governor over Mark Robinson

Election results: Missouri voters decide on abortion rights in Amendment 3

New York voters pass Prop 1, enshrine abortion rights into state constitution

Alsobrooks wins Maryland’s Senate seat, besting Hogan

NC Democrats break GOP legislative supermajority

Abortion will be protected in the Maryland state constitution

Missourians vote to increase minimum wage, require paid sick leave

Andy Kim Wins in New Jersey to Become the First Korean American Senator

Nebraskans vote yes to requiring employers to provide earned paid sick leave

For the first time, the U.S. Senate will have two Black women

Democrat Sarah McBride becomes first openly transgender member of US Congress

Thank you for reading, and we hope these articles shine a light on a dark day.

Keep smiling,

Emily from The Smile

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