‘The right choice is not always (often isn’t) the easy choice.’ Thank you, Emily, for making a public statement about, putting a face on, the impact of the tariffs.
I had a conversation recently with a mom, who I don’t know, about how we navigate our kids’ disappointment at various ages. I shared that, for me, at some point I remembered I was raising future adults (my kids are now in their 20s). I want a part of my legacy to be that I loved & parented my three kids toward being great humans.
You are modeling for your kids on a public stage and doing so with confidence. Many are cheering you on.
The part where you said if you didn't speak up you'd be teaching your children comfort matters more than conviction really struck a chord with me. I'm going to keep reminding myself that
Are we not going to talk about the sketchy think tank staking this case? I am all for fighting back but when your backers are these guys it kind of undermines the credibility of what you’re trying to do.
As a long time user of Simplified Planners (my favorite) and fellow small business owner who also shares all of myself with the world, I’m so proud of you Emily! Rooting for you! You’ve got this and you’ve got people behind you cheering you on!
Everything is political. While some folks enjoy a privileged enough life not to have to face this hard reality, I am sorry that they lash out anytime they feel uncomfortable.
Bravo on stepping up. I cannot imagine how difficult it was to be the first. We all knew the lawsuits would happen, but being brave enough to start the cascade is on another level.
As someone who works in the apparel and textile industry, my association is watching your lawsuit and the one brought yesterday at the Court of International Trade very closely and wish you all the best!
I've been buying Simplified planners for the past several years, and I cannot express how impactful this type of advocacy is coming from a female entrepreneur who makes products I love. I am so proud of you, Emily.
After listening to The Daily’s podcast yesterday about the impact of tariffs on another woman’s small business and now reading this —- I just have to say, you’re a badass. Thank you for speaking up and inspiring others.
Yes! I hate “stay in your lane” comments as if a person can only be one thing. I'm not someone with an audience, but people in my life have told me to stop talking about certain things so much and move on. I don't have much power, but I will use the tiny amount I have daily. I will not shut up, and I am thankful for people like you who are fighting and refuse to stay silent.
Thank you both. I've made a deliberate shift in the last few years and then again a year or so ago to get louder and clearer about my beliefs and values and yes my politics. It's scary but I also feel it is so imperative. Courage!!
This was so beautifully written. I have often wondered at what point a person stops being allowed to have a political opinion. Surely me, a regular social media user and not a public personality, can state my political beliefs. But if I started to gain followers, at what point would I be expected to shut up? That's of course not the point - the point is to bully someone, to silence those you don't agree with, it's never been anything else!
PS I might get this quote printed and framed for in my home:
“I got older, and my convictions became stronger, and the state of the world began to threaten freedom and democracy itself, I decided once and for all that idea was nonsense. And that the best type of legacy I could leave would be one of inclusion, of factual and respectful truth-telling, and ultimately of love. My kids were watching.”
Thank you for this. What is the best way for me to share Emily‘s essay across my social media channels? It resonates deeply with me as I’m so frustrated with my friends who won’t even post on Facebook for a fear of offending somebody.
‘The right choice is not always (often isn’t) the easy choice.’ Thank you, Emily, for making a public statement about, putting a face on, the impact of the tariffs.
I had a conversation recently with a mom, who I don’t know, about how we navigate our kids’ disappointment at various ages. I shared that, for me, at some point I remembered I was raising future adults (my kids are now in their 20s). I want a part of my legacy to be that I loved & parented my three kids toward being great humans.
You are modeling for your kids on a public stage and doing so with confidence. Many are cheering you on.
The part where you said if you didn't speak up you'd be teaching your children comfort matters more than conviction really struck a chord with me. I'm going to keep reminding myself that
Off to buy planners from Emily!!
Are we not going to talk about the sketchy think tank staking this case? I am all for fighting back but when your backers are these guys it kind of undermines the credibility of what you’re trying to do.
https://www.influencewatch.org/non-profit/the-new-civil-liberties-alliance/
Other “causes” Emily’s backers have staked 😵💫
https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2025/03/06/3038659/0/en/In-NCLA-Amicus-Win-D-C-Circuit-Recognizes-President-Trump-s-Right-to-Fire-Principal-Officer.html
https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2025/02/19/3029096/0/en/In-NCLA-Victory-Eighth-Circuit-Blocks-Illegal-Biden-Admin-Plot-to-Cancel-Student-Loan-Debt.html
https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2025/03/12/3041077/0/en/NCLA-Asks-en-Banc-Ninth-Circuit-to-Allow-Suit-Against-Vaccine-Mandate-that-Did-Not-Stop-the-Spread.html
As a long time user of Simplified Planners (my favorite) and fellow small business owner who also shares all of myself with the world, I’m so proud of you Emily! Rooting for you! You’ve got this and you’ve got people behind you cheering you on!
Thank you for speaking up and sharing your story with all of us Emily(Levy)!!
Emily I have loved your planners and your voice. You make me more confident in using my voice to stand up against this administration.
Everything is political. While some folks enjoy a privileged enough life not to have to face this hard reality, I am sorry that they lash out anytime they feel uncomfortable.
Bravo on stepping up. I cannot imagine how difficult it was to be the first. We all knew the lawsuits would happen, but being brave enough to start the cascade is on another level.
As someone who works in the apparel and textile industry, my association is watching your lawsuit and the one brought yesterday at the Court of International Trade very closely and wish you all the best!
I've been buying Simplified planners for the past several years, and I cannot express how impactful this type of advocacy is coming from a female entrepreneur who makes products I love. I am so proud of you, Emily.
After listening to The Daily’s podcast yesterday about the impact of tariffs on another woman’s small business and now reading this —- I just have to say, you’re a badass. Thank you for speaking up and inspiring others.
Emily - thank you so much for having me here today. So grateful for your voice in all of this!
Yes! I hate “stay in your lane” comments as if a person can only be one thing. I'm not someone with an audience, but people in my life have told me to stop talking about certain things so much and move on. I don't have much power, but I will use the tiny amount I have daily. I will not shut up, and I am thankful for people like you who are fighting and refuse to stay silent.
Me too. And when we all speak up a little, our collective volume gets louder!
Thank you both. I've made a deliberate shift in the last few years and then again a year or so ago to get louder and clearer about my beliefs and values and yes my politics. It's scary but I also feel it is so imperative. Courage!!
Truly imperative!
This was so beautifully written. I have often wondered at what point a person stops being allowed to have a political opinion. Surely me, a regular social media user and not a public personality, can state my political beliefs. But if I started to gain followers, at what point would I be expected to shut up? That's of course not the point - the point is to bully someone, to silence those you don't agree with, it's never been anything else!
PS I might get this quote printed and framed for in my home:
“I got older, and my convictions became stronger, and the state of the world began to threaten freedom and democracy itself, I decided once and for all that idea was nonsense. And that the best type of legacy I could leave would be one of inclusion, of factual and respectful truth-telling, and ultimately of love. My kids were watching.”
Thanks Carissa. It's a wild world we are in for sure. Grateful to have found my voice in it.
Thank you for this. What is the best way for me to share Emily‘s essay across my social media channels? It resonates deeply with me as I’m so frustrated with my friends who won’t even post on Facebook for a fear of offending somebody.
Thanks for asking Valerie - click that share button at the top of the post to share.
I love this! Thank you for being a voice.