Black Americans in the civil rights movement had less power than white Americans facing fascism today. They built on the tools they had, gaining power slowly, and changed our nation. If you’re struggling for hope, study Civil Rights history. People have won progress with less power than we still possess.
Pre-Halloween reminder that we aren’t buying anything Harry Potter branded. Look how easy it was to check off a resistance task today! Rowling isn’t just a bigoted creative, she’s actively said she sees every purchase as an endorsement of her views, and she uses the funds to make trans people’s lives. harder. There are so many other great worlds!
Elections matter, or we wouldn’t face fascism. Talk about how political decisions affect daily life. Avoid idealism or quick-fixes. It took years to build to this regime, and the midterms won’t fix much, but if we lose them, fascism may be entrenched for decades. Fight cynicism and make engagement cool again.
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