The Declaration of Independence

In Congress, July 4, 1776 The unanimous Declaration of the thirteen united States of America, When in the Course of human events, it becomes necessary for one people to dissolve the political bands which have connected them with another, and to assume among the powers of the earth, the separate and equal station to which the Laws of Nature and of Nature's God entitle them, a decent respect to the opinions of mankind requires that they should declare the causes which impel the

Doreen Wiggins

Jul 85 min read

Winning Stories (July2026 Newsletter)

Deborah J What a great day on the Bridge today at Delta Dental in Concord. If you aren't familiar with our location, we span I-93 with NHTI /Christa McAullife museum on one side and as you come across it brings you to Commercial Street with numerous medical offices etc…with no “ direct” access via an exit ramp. You have to REALLY want to find us. As we were breaking down today I noticed a car with OOS plates stop engaging in conversation with my co-Captain Cindi so I sauntere

Doreen Wiggins

Jul 52 min read

Winning Stories (June 2026 Newsletter)

Carol S Today a group of Dover Bridge Brigaders completed their first "Signs of Fascism" event on Central Avenue in Dover. Cheers to Lisa who has taken over spearheading the group and a special thank you to Seacoast Indivisible for loaning us the signs. Lots of honks and thumbs up! Deborah J So my kids said aside from dinner what would you enjoy for Mothers Day and I said, come to the bridges with me and they did! An amazing day all around! Jacqui T My daughter came to my b

Doreen Wiggins

Jun 42 min read

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A group of peaceful protesters on a highway overpass bridge at twilight holding a banner that says "SAVE OUR DEMOCRACY" (AI Generated)

Increasing Pressure on the Opposition and Your Mental Health | NH Bridge Brigade

As more people find the courage to act, visibility increases—and so does the backlash. This piece reflects on rising tension, the importance of safety and awareness, and why caring for our mental health is essential as we continue this work together.

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Jamie Cunningham

Jan 144 min read

Historical timeline of pivotal moments in American democracy, showing major shifts from the Constitutional Convention to the present day. Used by the NH Bridge Brigade for Democracy to highlight resilience, historical patterns, and hope that threats to democracy can be overcome.

Hope for Our Democracy: Lessons from Heather Cox Richardson | NH Bridge Brigade

Hope for Our Democracy: Lessons from Heather Cox Richardson. Curated, uplifting themes and references rooted in Heather Cox Richardson's commentary and work. heathercoxrichardson.substack.com

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Greta Roberts

Dec 26, 20252 min read

Lone tree silhouetted against a star-filled cosmos with a dramatic gradient from deep night sky to warm sunrise, paired with Carl Sagan’s quote “The cosmos is all that is or ever was or ever will be”; used by the NH Bridge Brigade for Democracy to evoke wonder, clarity, and human responsibility.

A Riff off a Carl Sagan Facebook Reel

Watching Carl Sagan today feels less like nostalgia and more like a warning flare launched from the past. He had that rare clarity—moral, scientific, human—and he spoke like someone who could see the consequences of our indifference long before we lived them.

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Jamie Cunningham

Dec 18, 20252 min read

Two people stand on a highway overpass holding signs beside a large red banner reading “HELP SAVE OUR COUNTRY,” part of a peaceful NH Bridge Brigade for Democracy protest reminding drivers to stay engaged and defend democracy.

How Movements Win: Lessons We’re Applying on the Bridges

Throughout history, ordinary people have changed the course of nations — not by waiting for permission, but by standing shoulder to shoulder in the public square. From Selma to Solidarity, from suffragists to Standing Rock, movements rise when citizens claim moral visibility and refuse to back down.”

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Jamie Cunningham

Oct 31, 20254 min read