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10 Things We Can All Do to Protect Democracy
By Marc Elias
January 25, 2025
The most common question I receive is how everyday citizens can help in the fight for democracy. My advice, take the first step, start with something small and see what works for you. Here are ten things all of us can do.
1. Stay engaged
When all the news is about Trump and pardons and lies, it is easy to want to retreat and stop paying attention. Dont. It is precisely when things are hard that we must all lean into remaining vigilant and informed.
2. Help Democrats
The success of any opposition movement rests on the opposing party taking power. This is not a minor detail; in our system of government, it is the essential goal. Next time you want to attack a Democrat for being too much of this or too little of that, realize that you are only helping the GOP. Instead, find a Democrat you support and volunteer or contribute to their campaign.
3. Dont do Trumps work
This is more than simply resisting Trumps actions; it is refusing to accept his false assumptions. When he says he wants to abolish birthright citizenship, do not accept the premise that he has the power to do so. Stay grounded in the truth: The U.S. Constitution is clear, Trump is powerless and the courts will reject his efforts.
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Wiz Imp
(4,599 posts)These represent really good advice. I wish more people would heed the advice of #2 & #3. I see a lot of people here wanting to blame Democrats for everything instead of focusing their anger on the people 100% responsible for this insanity - on Republicans
littlemissmartypants
(27,078 posts)But at some point if we hope to beat these fascist bastards we HAVE to get our act together.
Thanks for your reply, Wiz Imp.
#RESIST
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