Rather than cancel services like Medicaid and SNAP (food stamps) outright, the regime built daunting paperwork hurdles. Anytime you read about a changed rule, such as the DEC1 changes to SNAP eligibility, post about it on social media, even if it doesn’t affect you. They’re counting on people missing deadlines or failing to complete paperwork. We’ll fight back.
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This Thanksgiving, donate the price of your Turkey to a food bank. If you don’t know where to donate, choose Feeding America. Recommended by food banks and Charity Navigator, Feeding America runs a nationwide food distribution network, channeling unsold “waste” food to food banks who distribute it to local charities. Donate today.
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Create relationships in your neighborhood. Do it formally through a neighborhood project, or take the next step with someone. Wave, borrow a cup of sugar and take back cookies, or invite them to dinner. Start slow and build.
This is especially easy to do over the holiday season when dropping by with cookies or inviting folks over for an open-house hot-cocoa bar are entirely normal things to do.
Splurge on a small treat for yourself. If money is tight, it can be practical, so long as it feels like a reward. New shoes, food you only indulge in occasionally, art supplies…
If money is tight, take items you know you’ll need and wrap them up so they feel special during this season. Find a way to treat yourself, even if it’s something tiny.
Public libraries are one of our most important resources in fighting fascism and creating a healthy democracy. They don’t just have books, classes, computers and more — they’re also one of the only places people can spend time without spending money.
Get a library card, and find an event or check out an audiobook — libraries are amazing!
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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.
