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!
Social media wants to show you paid content. You want to see friends, activists, or cute dogs.
Every time you see something you like, interact with it. Ideally, leave a comment! 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!
Fascism relies on fear to control. They start with groups the general public already harbors doubts about, then expand the campaign. Push back by humanizing everyone. Don’t let mis-gendering of trans folks pass, and dismantle racist beliefs like the persistent idea that Black people have less sensitive skin. Look for the achilles heel in your own beliefs, and learn more!
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Pick some realistic things you can do to resist, and put them on the calendar right now! Include big protest dates, or create a recurring task to call your Senators every Monday. If you think you don’t have time, browse our 5-minute actions: simpleresistance.us/tag/5-minutes
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During Black History Month, boost minority businesses with reviews and by talking about them. Ask for recommendations on social media, try out new places, then leave a review! Contribute to getting the word out about great minority-owned and local businesses.
The SAVE act is back in the House as MEGA, but it’s the same vote-grab : they require you to prove your citizenship with documents many people don’t have. Obtain certified copies of your birth certificate and any name-changes now. Don’t wait. If you changed your name during marriage, consider getting a passport, as the name-change process may have been informal. If you are gender non-conforming, consult a legal expert before taking action.
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Black History Month is the time to find new, local Black-owned businesses! Local papers and groups may run special editions with lists of businesses, or look for special events in your area like tasting tours. If you’d like to support Black entrepreneurs more, this is the best time of the year to find them! (Remember to leave reviews!)
