If you are a white American, it’s time to decide if you’d really hide Anne Frank. Don’t worry—what you need to do is easier than that, and it’s still legal. Start with some simple steps and work your way up to being a temporary hideout. [YELLOW ACTION]
That’s when the next government shutdown will happen, and we need to be ready. Trump showed he’ll leverage any pain he can: sudden disruption to travel, illegal firings and even starving children. The deal Democrats just made puts us in a stronger position in February, but it’ll take another shutdown to leverage that power, so our job is to prepare. The more ready we are, the less pressure Democrats will feel to negotiate, but we have messaging work to do too. Read on and then call your Senator and tell them we’ll be ready, so they better fight.
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We need casual company and a chance to express ourselves. Invite some friends over for a night of anyone-can-do it art and snacks. Provide everything yourself, or go potluck: have folks bring something for the charcuterie tray, a bottle of wine, or a couple of old magazines to cut up. For a holiday twist, collage cards!
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If you live in an area where a lot of neighbors are struggling — maybe you’re struggling — a baked potato potluck is an easy way to build community. If your neighbors are doing well, it’s a simple way to throw a party — pair it with a fundraiser or resistance-building activity.
It’s simple: bake enough potatoes for everyone and ask each guest to bring one topping. It’s one of the simplest ways to have a hearty meal with low cost and effort.
Tens of thousands of families are joining the food-insecure for the first time. If you’ve been poor, you know there are skills, and often shame, involved.
Offer to accompany a friend on their first food-bank visit, help them learn to cook with products they didn’t select, or show them other local resources for struggling families.
Voting is confusing, until you know how to do it. Help a first-time voter research issues and candidates, or offer rides to the polls for people who struggle with transportation.
Once a person votes, they are far more likely to vote again. Find your starfish, and help them vote!
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