Tack on to your list the number of children and adults that will die in Africa from malnutrition or AIDS. Oh, but who cares. They live in a “shit hole country.”
Then just think about the number of people that will die of cancer in the decades to come because discoveries that will not be made, from proposed cuts to the NIH, the major source of funding for cancer research. How can he live with himself?
While it may not move the needle much in DC, I think that collective demonstrations across the country in places big and small can help wake up some of those who have been oblivious or who’ve chosen to hide from the reality out of despair. That builds courage and determination to continue to resist among the average Joes and Janes. We’re not alone or inconsequential. In turn, these peaceful demonstrations as they grow and expand will influence local and state officials in positive ways. Some will take up the mantle and help lead. Others will think twice before pushing forward with “junior Trump” policies and proposals.
See the advance information about April 5th (link in article).
I hope our 'leaders' are reading this. Clearly the Democrats need a new strategy and not just hope to win in the midterm elections. You have an important message. Thank you.
First, send a letter and/or call your members of Congress, to Republican leaders. The email form members use kick you out if you aren't in their districts, BUT you can write (Rep. Joe Doe, US House of Representatives, Washington DC 20515 or Sen Jane Doe, US Senate, Washington DC 20510) or you can call - the Capitol switchboard is 202-224-3121 and the operator can connect you to your House or Senate member.
Second, participate in real or virtual town hall meetings. Many are coming up during the spring recess.
Third, share your opinions with your friends and family, in person and through social media. Send this column, put it into your own words...whatever works. Never doubt that your opinion makes a difference.
Tack on to your list the number of children and adults that will die in Africa from malnutrition or AIDS. Oh, but who cares. They live in a “shit hole country.”
Then just think about the number of people that will die of cancer in the decades to come because discoveries that will not be made, from proposed cuts to the NIH, the major source of funding for cancer research. How can he live with himself?
While it may not move the needle much in DC, I think that collective demonstrations across the country in places big and small can help wake up some of those who have been oblivious or who’ve chosen to hide from the reality out of despair. That builds courage and determination to continue to resist among the average Joes and Janes. We’re not alone or inconsequential. In turn, these peaceful demonstrations as they grow and expand will influence local and state officials in positive ways. Some will take up the mantle and help lead. Others will think twice before pushing forward with “junior Trump” policies and proposals.
See the advance information about April 5th (link in article).
https://open.substack.com/pub/robertreich/p/making-good-trouble-on-april-5?r=p46ew&utm_medium=ios
Amen
I hope our 'leaders' are reading this. Clearly the Democrats need a new strategy and not just hope to win in the midterm elections. You have an important message. Thank you.
I agree with everything you are saying. What is the best way, as a regular citizen, to “stand up”?
Three actions:
First, send a letter and/or call your members of Congress, to Republican leaders. The email form members use kick you out if you aren't in their districts, BUT you can write (Rep. Joe Doe, US House of Representatives, Washington DC 20515 or Sen Jane Doe, US Senate, Washington DC 20510) or you can call - the Capitol switchboard is 202-224-3121 and the operator can connect you to your House or Senate member.
Second, participate in real or virtual town hall meetings. Many are coming up during the spring recess.
Third, share your opinions with your friends and family, in person and through social media. Send this column, put it into your own words...whatever works. Never doubt that your opinion makes a difference.