Join the UUA on Oct 18 for No Kings National Day of Mobilization: September Update from UU the Vote
Our democracy is fragile, and recent headlines remind us just how dangerous political violence has become in our public life. No matter our differences, attempts to silence or harm political opponents threaten the very fabric of democracy itself.
As people of faith, we know that democracy is not about domination, it’s about covenant: how we live together, honor each other’s dignity, and shape a shared future. We also know that true safety comes not from fear and weapons, but from building communities of belonging and accountability. That’s why we must continue to press for common-sense gun reform and resist a culture that normalizes violence.
At Side With Love, we organize not out of nostalgia for a broken past, but out of hope for a liberatory future. A multiracial democracy where everyone’s voice matters is only possible when we reject violence and instead practice love in action.
In this month’s email, you’ll find resources, trainings, and upcoming events to help you put that love into practice: registering voters, protecting elections, and strengthening the collective power we need to build a democracy where all can thrive.
In solidarity,
Side With Love
Protect Nonprofits & Their Employees: Submit a Public Comment by Wednesday, September 17 to the Department of Education
The Department of Education has proposed an amendment to the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program that would “exclude employers that engage in activities that have a ‘substantial illegal purpose.’ The vague descriptions of what are considered “illegal activities” are little more than a smokescreen to punish nonprofits and employees who may support immigrant justice, bodily autonomy, and more.
NO KINGS National Day of Mobilization 10/18/2025
Image description: On a blue background is a black and white stylized photograph of two hands holding up a sign that reads "No Kings" with a drawing of a crown crossed out. Above it, in white text against a red background, reads: "Join us to Make it Clear" then "America Has No Kings. Power Belongs to the People." There's a red line, and then white text reads: "Saturday, October 18".
The Unitarian Universalist Association has signed on as an official partner of the No Kings National Day of Mobilization on Saturday, October 18. Building on the momentum from the first No Kings protests in June, we are mobilizing for another mass day of resistance, resilience, and action. Our commitment to building a multiracial democracy shows up in how we resist the abduction and deportation of our immigrant community members; how we resist voter suppression in the legislature and at the ballot box; how we celebrate our LGBTQ+ kin and communities - and on October 18, shows up in how we collectively cry out No Kings! (Interested in hosting a local #NoKings event with your UU congregation? Register your event here to receive training and resources.
