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. So what are you fighting for? Imagine what you WANT, not just what you’re afraid of. Throw a party. Brainstorm steps to build what you want, with or without a government that helps.
Before the internet, bookstores were the commons for information and community. Today, like all local brick-and-mortar, they’re nearly extinct. We can’t fight oligarchs without addressing monopoly, so one of the ways we resist is through supporting local business. Buy your books locally when you can. Or buy from Bookshop.org, which shares a portion of every sale with small local bookstores. You can even set your favorite as your recipient!
Small Bookstores Find Out How »
If we don’t document what’s happening, who will? If you enjoy photography, videography, or writing, practice your craft. Learn how to use your phone without unlocking it, whether to film in vertical or horitontal format, or take a class to train your eye! Practice, so you’re ready when you need the skills!
Document Resistance Find Out How »
Read a statement by one or more of Epstein’s trafficking survivors or one of the many witnesses corroborating their stories. Talk about what you learn.
For months we’ve debated “the Epstein files”, but the victims have told us who the clients were many times. Learn what they’ve said.
Believe Victims Find Out How »
There are clear tactics to spot and counter the flood of falsehood that follow every breaking story. Truth matters, but it’s harder to identify than ever before, especially as AI improves. Learn tactics for vetting sources, and how to use a “truth sandwich” to debunk false information you encounter.
If you’re looking for something easy to do on days you’re too busy for bigger tasks…how about postcards to voters? There’s always a campaign (right now it’s Supreme Court Judges in Wisconsin) and once you’re set up you can get sets of as few as five addresses. Think what you could do in a month, one card at a time!
Postcards to Voters Find Out How »
