Links & Resources
These government, democratic, and progressive website links make it easier for you to TAKE ACTION on issues that matter to you.
These websites may or may not be endorsed by the Democratic National Committee (DNC), California Democratic Party (CADEM), The California Democratic Council (CDC), or local Democratic Clubs. If you have any issues with the listed websites or want us to add your favorite progressive website to our list, send a message to tech@cdc-ca.org
Pass Democratic Info Flyer – Go here to print out the flyer.
Progressive Media
Youtube channels
Riverside County Democratic Party
Stay connected with the RCDP on YouTube – empowering voices, driving change, and shaping the future. Get informed on local political news and discover ways to take action.
The fastest growing independent news network in the world. We cover breaking news, politics, law and more. We are unapologetically pro-democracy. Because TRUTH is golden.
Brian Tyler Cohen is one of the most viewed independent progressive political hosts on YouTube. The goal of this channel is to give a clear, concise, honest, and entertaining look at what’s happening in the US right now, because politics should be accessible to everyone.
Heather Cox Richardson is a political historian who uses facts and history to make observations about contemporary American politics.
The Bulwark was founded to provide analysis and reporting in defense of America’s liberal democracy. That’s it. That’s the mission. On this page you will find news analysis, political hot takes, interviews with experts, and in-depth long-form discussions on the issues that matter from our team.
The David Pakman Show is one of the most watched independent progressive programs in the country. Subscribe for daily new clips, interviews, debates, panels, and commentary. The daily video podcast goes live at 9pm Eastern time every weekday, and new clips are posted throughout the day.
Inequality Media Civic Action is a nonprofit co-founded by former Secretary of Labor Robert Reich and Director Jacob Kornbluth following the success of their documentary film, Inequality For All. We believe in the power of an informed and engaged public to bring about change because how we understand a problem dictates what options are on the table to fix it. Our ultimate vision is an economy that works for everyone.
Occupy Democrats is the largest and most influential social media organization advocating in support of the Democratic Party.
Substack (subscription newsletters)
A newsletter about the history behind today’s politics by historian Heather Cox Richardson, offering daily analyses that connect contemporary U.S. political events to their historical roots. For those interested in a thoughtful, historically informed perspective on current events, Letters from an American serves as a valuable resource that bridges the past and present.
The ad-free home base for Meidas News, the fastest growing pro-democracy news network. Bonus articles, exclusive content, and interactive chats. Led by Ben, Brett, and Jordy Meiselas, with exclusive articles by Ron Filipkowski.
The Status Kuo provides accessible political and legal analysis with a dose of humor. In crazy times, a little clarity goes a long way!
Civil Discourse by Joyce Vance
Worried about the state of the republic? Get the legal knowledge & analysis you need to be an advocate for democracy, along with a dose of savvy optimism.
Popular Information by Judd Legum
A daily news and analysis that respects you as a citizen. This newsletter guides you through the noise and helps you focus on what’s important.
Daily newsletter to inform (and occasionally amuse) you, and also to arm you with the truth — about how the system works and doesn’t, where power is located and where it’s lacking, and the myths and lies used by those who are blocking positive social change — so you can fight more effectively for the common good.
Sign up for independent, incisive coverage of US politics and media, right in your inbox five times a week. Public Notice is the independent home of Aaron Rupar’s coverage of politics and media, featuring his reporting and commentary from a brilliant cast of contributors.
This weekday newsletter gives you easy, effective political actions to take to stave off despair, effect positive change and elect more true public servants.
The Contrarian is an independent media platform launched in January 2025 by political columnist Jennifer Rubin and former White House ethics czar Norm Eisen. It aims to provide unflinching journalism in defense of democracy, offering a platform for diverse voices committed to addressing challenges to democratic values.
Government Links
- White House
- United States Senate
- United States House of Representatives
- State Capitols
- California State Senate (Upper House)
- California State Assembly (Lower House)
- County of Riverside
- Congressman Dr. Raul Ruiz
- CA Dept of Justice – CA lawsuits – https://oag.ca.gov/
California Democratic Links
Progressive Links
- Aggressive Progressives — This site is one of the oldest progressive democratic sites in operation.
- American Bridge 21st Century PAC is a progressive research and communications organization committed to holding Republicans accountable for their words and actions and helping you ascertain when Republican candidates are pretending to be something they’re not.
- The American Democracy Legal Fund is a group established to hold candidates for office accountable for possible ethics and/or legal violations.
- California Clean Money Campaign’s vision is achieving an open and accountable government that is responsive to the needs of all Californians. It is a non-profit, non-partisan organization whose mission is to pursue that vision by building statewide support for public funding of election campaigns.
- American Civil Liberties Union — Civil Rights (Anti-Discrimination, Women, Minority, and LBGT rights)
- Democratic Party Policies: California Democratic Party or Democratic National Committee
- Educational Reform: California Office to Reform Education or Linked Learning
- Environmental Issues/Conservation
- Planned Parenthood — Family Planning/Access to Legal Abortions
- Federal Budget/US Fiscal Responsibility: US Federal Budget
- Guns Are Cool — Committee tracks mass shooting data
- Gun Control/Citizen Safety: Brady Campaign or Moms Demand Action
- Health/Affordable Care Act
- International Trade Agreements/American Jobs: The Alliance for Democracy or Justice Rising
- Immigration Reform: Obama Immigration Policy or The Dream is Now
- onEarth Magazine — The magazine of the Natural Resources Defense Council.
- Political Reform/Money in Politics:
- Poverty/Homelessness/Welfare/Low-income Housing
- Priorities USA Action was founded in 2012. Our mission is to communicate a progressive vision that increases economic security and upward mobility for middle class families. We will define a clear choice for the American public during the 2016 presidential election. We believe the stakes for protecting our country’s core values have never been higher as the far right pursues an agenda that rewards only the wealthiest few at the expense of middle class families.
- Progressive Action/Petitions: Credo Action or Move On
- Seniors/Social Security & Medicare Earned Benefits: American Association of Retired Persons or Social Security
- Science & Technology/Global Warming: Union of Concerned Scientists
- Truthout works to spark action by revealing systemic injustice and providing a platform for transformative ideas, through in-depth investigative reporting and critical analysis. With a powerful, independent voice, we will spur the revolution in consciousness and inspire the direct action that is necessary to save the planet and humanity.
- Veteran’s Issues: Veterans Administration or Vote Vets
- Voting Rights: League of Women Voters or American Civil Liberties Union
- Women’s Issues/Equal Pay: California NOW or American Association of University Women