💥 We're fighting back against fascism!
🗽 Freedom is a daily act of advocacy and holding our leaders accountable to the will of the people.
Every action counts in the fight to protect our rights, freedoms, rule of law, and democracy. Today in Freedom over Fascism we’re featuring February 18, 2025 news and critical calls-to-action.
Freedom is a daily act of advocacy
Freedom Over Fascism and Progress isn't just a concept; it's a movement. By taking action, holding leaders accountable, and advocating for dignity, respect, and opportunity for all, we can build an America that lives up to the values of liberty and justice for all.
History has shown us time and again that real change starts with the people. From the Civil Rights Movement to the fight for LGBTQIA+ equality, it wasn’t politicians who led the charge; it was people united by a common purpose, demanding justice and equality.
“MAGA Republicans have no interest in representing us. They want to rule over us. Freedom is a daily act of advocacy and holding our leaders accountable to the will of the people. There is no power like that of the people, and People Power United stands ready to protect our communities against any and all injustices,” said Laurie Woodward García of People Power United.
This is the transformative power we hold—our ability to speak out, show up, and build power to push back against oppressive systems, to inspire policies that reflect our values, and to shape a future where everyone can thrive.
Here are some quick and easy ways to plug in and advocate for Freedom Over Fascism:
Click here to Investigate Trump’s Illegal Purge of Inspectors General
Click here to Stop Conspiracy Theorist Kash Patel From Running the FBI
Click here to Oppose the SAVE Act Voter Suppression Bill Today
Call your member of Congress today (202) 224-3121 and tell them to REJECT THE SAVE ACT! 🚨 This deceptive bill is a Trojan horse designed to strip voting rights from millions, paving the way for Republican authoritarianism. Don't let them undermine our democracy! and ask them to support the Freedom to Vote Act and the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act
Click here to Investigate Corruption in Trump’s Department of Justice
Call any (or all) Senators on the Senate Judiciary Committee at (202) 224-3121 and say:
"Hi, I'm a constituent from ________, I am may or may not be in your state but as a Senator who sits on Senate Judiciary Committee you represent all Americans on these matters and as an American I am asking you to advocate for a Senate Judiciary hearing to conduct oversight on the Justice Department’s dropping the charges against New York City Mayor Eric Adams. It appears that President Trump illegally used his office to coerce the DOJ into overlooking crimes in favor of his cruel anti-immigrant agenda.
Join Us: Rapid Response for Our Freedoms
Join us for "Rapid Response for Our Freedoms", a powerful event where we stand united to protect our rights, freedoms, rule of law, and democracy.
Donald Trump's radical cabinet appointments threaten to undermine decades of progress, from justice and equality to environmental protection and public health. These appointments aren't just political—they're personal, affecting the lives of everyday Americans and shaping the future of our nation.
Together, we can push back against these dangerous moves by mobilizing, organizing, and demanding accountability. Your voice matters now more than ever. Let’s show the strength of people power and fight for the freedoms we all deserve.
RSVP today and don’t miss this critical opportunity to make a difference!
Project 2025 would shift power to a fascist regime
Donald Trump’s Project 2025 is a blatant power grab that aims to give extreme MAGA Republicans unchecked authority. They plan to use this power to criminalize abortion, undermine the middle class, and dismantle Social Security and Medicare.
Under Trump’s Project 2025, Republicans intend to impose a nationwide abortion ban and create a national registry to monitor women’s pregnancies and miscarriages. They even threaten to imprison doctors and nurses who provide essential care.
If enacted, Project 2025 would also gut the Affordable Care Act, leading to higher healthcare costs for everyone and a loss of protections for pre-existing conditions. Workers would lose their right to overtime pay, and middle-class families would face tax hikes—all while wealthy corporations receive new handouts.
Republicans' Project 2025 includes a detailed plan to dismantle Social Security and Medicare as we know them. This means slashing benefits for seniors and allowing Big Pharma to charge exorbitant prices for medication.
Add these to your toolbox:
Hope
Hope is a powerful weapon against fascism, serving as both a shield and a rallying cry in the face of fear and oppression. While fascism thrives on division, despair, and apathy, hope inspires unity, action, and resilience. It fuels our belief in a better future, reminding us that change is possible when we come together with determination and courage. Hope empowers us to envision a society built on equality, justice, and freedom, motivating us to take meaningful steps to protect these values. By cultivating hope in our communities, we counteract the darkness of fascism with light, proving that love, solidarity, and persistence can overcome even the most daunting challenges.
Respect
Respect is a formidable weapon against fascism, countering its foundation of hatred and dehumanization with dignity and inclusivity. Fascism seeks to divide and conquer by pitting communities against one another, but respect bridges those divides, fostering empathy and understanding. When we listen to each other, honor diverse perspectives, and uphold the inherent worth of every individual, we dismantle the narratives that fuel authoritarian ideologies. Respect strengthens our resolve to protect the rights of all, reminding us that democracy thrives when we treat each other as equals. By leading with respect, we create a society where collaboration and compassion overpower fear and division, rendering fascism powerless in the face of unity.
Unity
Unity is one of the most powerful weapons against fascism, as it dismantles the divide-and-conquer tactics that authoritarian regimes rely on to maintain power. Fascism thrives on sowing division, exploiting differences, and isolating communities, but unity creates an unbreakable bond that transcends those divides. When people from all walks of life stand together, recognizing that an attack on one group is an attack on all, they form a collective force too strong to ignore. Unity amplifies our voices, strengthens our movements, and ensures that no one fights alone. It reminds us that our shared commitment to freedom, justice, and democracy is far greater than the fear and hate that fascism seeks to spread. Together, we can build a future where unity prevails, ensuring that democracy is not just defended but strengthened.
🗽The strength of a nation is not its ability to fight wars, but rather by its ability to prevent them. - Gene Roddenberry
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