Postcard Campaign
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Why Sending Postcards to Judges and Lawyers Matters
Judges and lawyers play a vital role in upholding the rule of law, protecting constitutional rights, and ensuring that justice is applied fairly — even when doing so is difficult or unpopular.
In times of heightened political pressure, legal professionals often face criticism, intimidation, or isolation simply for carrying out their responsibilities with integrity. Most of the feedback they receive comes when someone is angry or dissatisfied. Messages of public support are rare and welcome.
A postcard does not advocate for a particular outcome or decision. It affirms something more fundamental: the importance of independence, fairness, and adherence to the law.
Visible expressions of public appreciation remind judges and lawyers that their work is valued and that the principles they uphold matter to the communities they serve. This kind of support helps reinforce professional courage, strengthens institutional independence, and contributes to a healthier democracy.
Sometimes the simplest actions such as a handwritten note, a message of thanks, can help sustain the institutions that protect everyone’s rights.
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How to Get Your Cards
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Pick Them Up
We are signing up distribution locations across the SF Bay Area, Bookstores, Small Business, Dr's Offices, Senior Citizen Centers, Community Organizations! In addition, we have cards available at neighborhood events and the Indivisible General Meetings.
Noe Valley Books, 24th St / Noe St
Manny's Cafe 16th St / Valencia St
Cafe La Boheme 24th St / Mission St
Bernie's Cafe - 24th St / Noe St
Oakland and Northbay - please contact us
Additional locations in California are coming on-board. Check with us!
Print Your Own
Click on a button below to download the design you’d like to send and print them out on your home printer using cardstock. Alternatively, you can take the file to a commercial printer for mass production.
What do I write?
Writing Your Postcard
It’s best to make your message personal and specific to the work of the person you are addressing.
Feedback from one of the Recepients. "The children's drawings and crayon images were great!"
If possible, mention a ruling, case, or public statement that inspired you. A few sincere lines of gratitude are more powerful than long printed messages. Handwritten notes stand out — keep it short, kind, and genuine.
For Judges
Thank you for standing up for the Constitution and the rule of law.
Your impartial and fair rulings restore confidence in the courts.
We are grateful for your courage and clarity in a time of confusion.
Thank you for protecting due process and fairness for everyone.
Your integrity gives strength to citizens who still believe in justice.
You remind us that democracy depends on independent courts.
Standing firm against intimidation is an act of civic leadership.
You are defending not only the law but the future of our democracy.
We see your courage — and we will not forget it.
For Lawyers and Law Professionals
Thank you for representing the truth when it is inconvenient.
Your advocacy for fairness and equality strengthens democracy.
We know that speaking up carries risks — thank you for doing it anyway.
The justice system depends on lawyers who will not be silenced.
Thank you for defending those who have no voice.
You remind us that the law serves the people, not power.
Your courage helps protect the independence of our courts.
Each brief, each argument, each defense makes a difference.
You have our gratitude and our support.
Standing with Courageous Judges and Lawyers
Civic Initiative by Townsquare Democracy
Purpose and Vision
In times when democratic norms are being tested, judges and lawyers often serve as the last line of defense for fairness, due process, and equality. Yet those who take principled stands can face intense public and political backlash — sometimes including threats to their safety and families.
Our goal is to build a visible, human expression of public gratitude — a civic “thank-you” campaign reminding these professionals that the public stands with them. Every postcard represents a citizen’s belief that justice must remain independent and fearless.
How It Works
Each month, Townsquare Democracy identifies ten judges and ten lawyers whose recent decisions, statements, or acts of conscience exemplify professional integrity. The list changes every three to four weeks to reflect current developments and to expand the circle of acknowledgment.
Participants — individuals and community groups — pick up packets containing postcards, names, and background notes for each recipient. Dozens of cards are sent to every honoree, arriving from across the country in waves of support.
The postcards themselves are distinctive:
Judges are depicted in classic black robes against blue backgrounds, holding a golden shield and gavel — a symbol of their role as democracy’s defenders.
Lawyers appear in light-blue suits on soft beige backgrounds, rendered in a pencil-textured vintage style that conveys calm strength and resolve.
These illustrations have become visual emblems of the campaign, signaling dignity, gratitude, and solidarity without partisanship.
Distribution is intentionally community-based — through bookstores, cafés, businesses, and theater venues such as Noe Valley Books, Manny’s Café, and Café La Boheme, Z-Space — to reach people where civic life intersects with everyday life. We are in the process of scaling the project statewide in California and nationally where participants are available, reaching out to civic and professional organizations, colleges, and schools.
The cards invite conversation and participation from those who may not otherwise be politically engaged.
Impact So Far
Thousands of postcards have already been circulated across California, and the response has been strikingly positive.
Judges and lawyers have written back expressing appreciation for the encouragement and moral support.
Community members report that the act of writing and sending a postcard deepens their understanding of judicial independence and the personal stakes of defending democracy.
Venues and partners have found that displaying the cards and flyers sparks spontaneous public discussions about justice and civic responsibility.
This project bridges art and activism, gratitude and education. It translates an abstract civic principle — the rule of law — into a personal, relational experience. In the process, it builds a culture of appreciation for those who keep democratic institutions strong.
Why This Matters
In an era of polarized politics and misinformation, public confidence in the legal system depends on citizens recognizing and supporting integrity in action. The Postcard Project offers a small but tangible way to affirm that courage in the legal profession matters — not only to the courts, but to the future of democratic life itself.
Our message is simple:
A courageous judge is democracy’s shield — and so is a courageous lawyer.
We invite progressive legal organizations, scholars, and practitioners to collaborate — by helping identify honorees, hosting pickup stations, or encouraging members to participate. Together, we can ensure that those who uphold the law know they are seen, valued, and supported.