NEWS

May Day—International Workers’ Day—is May 1, 2026, and people across the country are showing up in different ways to demand an economy that puts workers over billionaires. 

If you can’t participate or you’re reading this after May 1, you may be interested in the recording of the No Work, No School, No Shopping: May Day Training Call which has lots of good information.  Here is the recording of the call and the slides.

If you’re available on May 2, we need volunteers to help plan events for the rest of the year.  For example, we are putting together a family-friendly disc golf (frisbee golf) day for late June, and we’re also starting to map out what comes next. If you can make this in-person meeting, you’ll help us turn good energy into real plans—and make sure our events feel welcoming, doable, and community-powered.

Can you join us in person?
Reply to this email with “I’m in”—and if there’s something you care about (or a neighbor you think we should reach), hit reply and tell us. Your voice matters, and it helps us build events that truly reflect our community.

As the campaign for US Congress heats up between the incumbent, Brad Knott, and the challenger, Paul Barringer, we think it would be helpful to our members to take a closer look at how Brad Knott is voting and what might change if Paul Barringer won the seat.  This month let’s ask about presidential powers.

H.Con.Res.38

This concurrent resolution directs the President to terminate the use of U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities against Iran or any part of the Iranian government or military unless a declaration of war or authorization to use military force for such purpose has been enacted.

The resolution specifies that it shall not be construed to prevent the United States from defending itself from imminent attack.

According to the War Powers Act of 1973, the President had no authority to attack Iran without approval from Congress, since there was no imminent attack.

Brad Knott voted against H.Con.Res.38 on March 5, and every other time it was voted on, essentially giving the President the right to attack any country at any time for any reason, or no reason at all.

If you were representing District 13, would you have voted for this bill?

You are welcome to respond by sending your answer to IndivisibleJoCo@gmail.com. 

We are going to be asking Brad Knott's opponent in this race, Paul Barringer, what he would have done and why.  We'll let you know what he says about this next month, and will print your response also, if you agree.

If you’re ready to keep the momentum going, here are a few simple ways to plug in:

• Talk to a friend about the work we are doing.

• Share our announcements as they come out.

• Visit our Facebook page for more news and upcoming events.

• Support our work with a donation.

We understand that requests for donations are everywhere. Indivisible JoCo depends entirely on the generosity of supporters.  Our main focus in 2026 will be the Congressional race in District 13, while continuing our efforts to serve the people of Johnston County.  Nearly all of our savings were used to cover the costs involved in our No Kings 3 rally.

The fourth No Kings event is coming this summer and will need funding we haven’t yet secured. In addition, we are supporting the Democratic candidates selected in March and remain active in Indivisible National’s initiatives.  Your help is vital as we strive to protect democracy and uphold the rule of law for the people of Johnston County.