Hi friend,

Happy Tuesday! As we step into December, it’s a time for fresh starts and new possibilities. As always, today’s newsletter is here to bring a little positivity and help us embrace this new month with hope and energy. Let’s dive into some good news together!

Let’s dive into the good news ⬇️

Gavin Newsom Officially Kicks Off California’s Fight Against Donald Trump

Elon Musk’s $50 Billion Tesla Pay Can’t Be Reinstated, Delaware Judge Rules

Dog rescued from Hurricane Milton floodwaters finds forever home: "We are going to give him the best life"

New Zealand joins Australia in rejecting Candace Owens' visa ahead of speaking tour

Potential conflicts of interest may haunt Dr. Oz’s confirmation to run Medicare, Medicaid

Biden steps up Ukraine military aid surge with new $725M package

California will not help Trump’s deportation plans, Alex Padilla says

The U.S. is facing a youth mental health crisis. These skaters want to help

Donald Trump Wants to Kill Offshore Wind Development. Easier Said Than Done.

Unions score a major win in Wisconsin with a court ruling restoring collective bargaining rights

We’d also love to know: What are you most looking forward to this month? 

For me, spending time with my cats gives me a moment to unwind and not think about the constant news cycle. Whatever you are looking forward to, it’s important to hold onto that even when moments get difficult.

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

In solidarity,

Emily from The Smile

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