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Hey y’all.

It’s now been two weeks since Election Day, and despite some of the false claims President Trump is making on Twitter, the election is on its way to being certified with no evidence of widespread voter fraud. No, dead voters did not vote in Michigan, voting machines didn’t delete votes for Trump, and military votes in Georgia were not lost. The lawsuits alleging this kind of nefarious activity continue to be filed and dismissed across several states.

Meanwhile, the Georgia recount is going smoothly, and election officials have reported few problems among the 5 million votes cast (save for 2,600 bipartisan votes that were missed in Floyd County due to human error but ultimately won’t sway the outcome of the election). All in all, we’re in the home stretch now, with final certification expected in early December.

There’s a lot of misinformation out there -- learn how to spot (and fight) it.

Let’s Do This,

Ben, Editor-in-chief

Go There Greener: How DoSomething Members Are Fighting Climate Change One Ride at a Time

The US could keep nearly 941 million metric tons of carbon dioxide (CO2) out of the atmosphere if we committed to cutting our yearly emissions from transportation in half. The good news is, you can save several pounds of carbon emissions by switching up your ride for just one day.

That’s why DoSomething members are taking our Go There Greener personality quiz, powered by Chevrolet, for a customized way to reduce their carbon footprint and measure their positive environmental impact as a driver, passenger, pedestrian, or cyclist.

“I strongly value people reducing their carbon footprint,” says DoSomething member Collin, 14, who saved eight pounds of CO2 emissions by taking the subway. “With the global temperature at an all time high due to carbon emissions in the Earth's atmosphere, us teens have to take initiative to stop this, and it starts with this campaign.”

“Natural disasters are taking place around the world daily due to the neglect we have given our environment,” says Brandy, 23, a DoSomething member who decided to carpool with a coworker. “This campaign is important to me because I want to do my part to help save our planet.”

The DoSomething community has already reduced their emissions by 7,104 pounds. Help us get to 10,000!

As COVID-19 cases surge, mask wearing is crucial to slowing the spread and saving lives. The pandemic is hitting BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and people of color) communities hardest, so DoSomething member Reena, 17, and her local Muslim Students Association made 200 masks for their community.

“Masks made to unite us all as one! And together we rise!” Reena says. Use our step-by-step guide to add to the 36,418 no-sew masks DoSomething members have made.

We asked, you answered… with how you’re feeling and what you need post-Election.

This Week in Baby Yodas of DoSomething… member Angeleena and Baby Yoda modeling her homemade masks. (PLEASE give me an excuse to make this an ongoing thing.)

The Youth Wave continues… as these Oakland students secured 16- and 17-year-olds’ right to vote in school board elections.

This week in Black joy… Madeline Swegle breaks a 110-year record and becomes the Navy’s first Black female fighter pilot.

You’ve heard of a Kit Kat… but how about a Kat cat, as in Minnie, who belongs to our new data scientist, Kat!

The Live Más Scholarship is a one-of-a-kind opportunity for young adults (ages 16-26) who are pursuing higher education to ignite change in their communities and beyond. With scholarships available up to $25,000, the Taco Bell Foundation is committed to helping future leaders achieve their educational goals and move the world forward. Apply by January 20, 2021.

More Amazing Impact From the DoSomething Community!

We asked you to brag about the amazing stuff you’re doing, and you did not disappoint. Here are some of our favorite answers from the DoSomething community. (Psst...submit yours here!)

“I won the election for my school's community service club's lower school representative.”

- DoSomething member Eesha, 12, Arizona

“I volunteered for a winning political campaign! I spent about a hundred hours phone banking, and sometimes being screamed at...When they won, it was the best feeling in the world to know I helped.”

- DoSomething member Molly, 12, Wisconsin

“Before the election, I spent over ten hours calling voters in swing states and making sure they had a plan to vote. I plan to do the same thing with voters in Georgia before the runoff election there for the Senate.”

- DoSomething member Maria, 14, Massachusetts

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