If making NYE resolutions is your tradition, include resistance! There are hundreds of ways to focus on resistance, or to sneak it into things you already wanted to do. From “call Congress once a week” to looking for a better job, make resistance part of your thinking. We’ve got dozens of suggestions!
Experts on resisting fascism recommend that we identify our values. When we know what our bottom line is, it’s harder to be shoved over it.
Experienced organizers suggest that we identify our “lane” : what do we want to work on, and how do we want to do it? Identify your values and priorities to resist effectively.
The “Community Emergency Response Team” program trains people to step up in emergencies. Focused on closing the inevitable gap until trained professionals could be deployed, this training is more relevant than ever as agencies are dismantled and climate change worsens. Click through for information about taking classes.
Battles over symbols matter. Furious efforts to brand the No Kings! rallies anti-American were countered by a strong presence of American flags in protest images. It’s time we reclaim the image of America as inclusive and constantly striving for greater fairness and justice. Fly a U.S. and progressive flag together, to send a clear message: our nation is inclusive and diverse.
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Splurge on a convenience that will free up time or energy for resistance work. If you get a cooking convenience, could you share meals with a neighbor? If you get the car cleaned, would you carpool or offer rides? Would an out of work neighbor want to help you out with some (paid!) overdue chores?
Invest in Resilience Find Out How »
Social media is exploding with disinformation. Push back actively to see the content you actually want.
Every time you see something you like, interact with it. Comments are best. If you miss someone’s wall, go to it and interact—it’ll show up in your feed. When you see content you don’t want, take a moment to hide or block it. Your feed will improve quickly, and your social media neighbors will benefit too!
Deescalation isn’t just for protests—it might be useful at family gatherings or in a public restroom! Brush up on ways to reduce conflict and sooth confrontational individuals, whether it’s a MAGA counter-protester or good old Uncle Tim.
Learn to deescalate Find Out How »
