1. United States
2. Ill.
3. Letter

I am writing to express my deep concern about the growing authoritarian threat to our democracy and to urge you to take immediate, decisive action. The current passive approach and focus on fundraising are inadequate responses to the coordinated, authoritarian machine that is undermining our democratic institutions. We need a bold, strategic plan to defend our democracy. I implore you to implement the following actions: First, establish a task force to document and expose corruption at all levels of government. This should include holding public hearings to educate citizens about the extent of the threat we face. Second, support local resistance efforts by providing resources and training to grassroots organizations fighting for democratic values. Third, launch a comprehensive public education campaign to inform citizens about their rights and the importance of civic engagement. Furthermore, we must leverage international media to shine a spotlight on anti-democratic actions and create safe havens for whistleblowers who risk their careers and safety to expose wrongdoing. It's crucial to investigate key figures in the administration who may be complicit in undermining our democratic processes. Time is of the essence. Each day we delay, the authoritarian threat grows stronger. We cannot afford to be complacent or to assume that our institutions will withstand this assault without a vigorous defense. The future of our republic depends on our willingness to take bold, decisive action now. I urge you to lead this charge, to be a voice of courage and conviction in the face of this unprecedented threat. Our democracy is at stake, and history will judge us by our actions in this critical moment. Please take these steps to protect our democratic values and institutions before it's too late.