Our shared experiment in democracy faces critical challenges and persistent threats to equality and justice. Foundational norms of democracy are eroding, and the checks and balances envisioned by our nation’s founders are under attack. This is a critical moment for the future of American democracy, and a time of heightened vulnerability and fear for women, people of color, LGBTQIA+ individuals, immigrants, people with disabilities, and those practicing diverse faiths, or no faith.

While our nation has long championed ideals of freedom and independence, we are in a time of deep division regarding how we interpret and uphold those ideals. The actions of our elected local, state, and federal governments may dramatically reshape the trajectory of our civil rights, personal and economic opportunities, healthcare access, reproductive autonomy, the climate crisis, economic stability, and our global relationships. Decisions made today will determine our ability to meet these challenges and build a sustainable, prosperous future for generations to come.

At Touch, we remain steadfast in our commitment to supporting the diversity of our team, their families, and our broader community. We will continue to advocate for a future rooted in liberty, equality, and personal agency. Together, we hold firm in our belief in democracy’s potential to evolve and thrive, and in our hope for positive change.