GOTV
Democracy is an average of who shows up, so talk with everyone you know about voting. Help people research down-ballot races. Post about port commissioners and sheriffs. Offer a ride to the polls. Raise awareness and enthusiasm!
Holiday Market
Many ethnic communities rely on holiday markets to fund year-round programs. Cottage makers do too. Look through local event listings for seasonal fairs thrown by immigrant, minority or other local communities, and make it an outing!
Imagine Hope
Before fascism descended, we had real problems. Now we have all those and more! It’s easy to give up hope, but critical that we remember what we’re fighting for. Imagine what you WANT, not just what you’re afraid of. Invite a friend to dream big with you!
Postdate
For 250 years the post office stamped mail the day you dropped it, then delivered reliably. Now, if you need a postmark by a specific date, you have to have it hand-stamped. Drop ballots in drop-boxes, and learn about the GOP effort to starve out the USPS.
Take a Class
Take a class to build resilience (cooking, sewing) or meet people (art, sports) to build community, defeat burnout, and keep the local economy going. Start at your library or community college and look for something interesting! Many classes are sliding scale and taught by local people.
Research Races
From school boards packed with library scolds, to Sheriffs who collaborate with ICE, the GOP built power through small, local races most people skip. Take that power back by voting every race. Start researching early, so it isn’t overwhelming. Click through for tips on researching people you’ve never heard of.