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Hi folks. With the deployment of National Guard and Marines into Los Angeles, we've crossed an clear threshold into authoritarianism. This is a scary time and people I talk to have two distinct impulses: bury their head in the sand or start asking what kind of organization they should help start to build the resistance. Neither impulse is perfect but they each have a kernel of value. First, it's okay to turn off the news and enjoy your life and your loved ones when things become to scary and awful. Indeed, love and community are our best tools for staying safe and strong.
Second, don't start something new; join something that's already underway. That might mean getting more active in your church, synagogue, mosque, union, school, or local government. Maybe even your book club or fitness boot camp. Start where you are. There are obviously lots of organizations doing good work on organizing around immigration and protests, and I am updated the Resource Guide to collect more. Finally, if you are planning to protest this weekend (I am), remember to Protest Safely.
Blueprint for Saving Democracy
"Democrats" are elected officials, government agencies, unions, and non-profits. "Grassroots" are individuals, political organizing groups, and informal groups. "Disloyal Opposition" are Republicans, conservatives, business interests, and other interests more typically aligned with the GOP agenda.
The Democrats
Messaging
Democrats Push Back Against Trump Military Crackdown on LA Protesters
Commentary: ICE arrested a California union leader. Does Trump understand what that means?
Governments denounce Trump's travel ban and vow to push back against US
Jeffries gives remarks as GOP weighs Trump agenda, Musk feud
Gavin Newsom: Trump is ‘unhinged,’ speaking like an ‘authoritarian’
Stop bending the knee to Trump: it’s time for anticipatory noncompliance
Legislative Action
States Push Back on Trump's Immigration Crackdown
Mark Green says he’ll retire from House after megabill vote
How can US cities resist Trump’s mass deportation agenda? Look to Chicago
Judicial Action
Direct Action and Escalation
SEIU president injured and detained during ICE operations in downtown LA
National Labor Leaders Plan to Demand Release of SEIU's David Huerta With Rally at Grand Park
Pam Bondi's brother loses his D.C. Bar election in a blowout
Trump administration continues clash with California leaders as state braces for more unrest
The Grassroots
Messaging and Media
Simone Biles schools activist Riley Gaines on trans athletes
Why and how academic medicine must champion diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility
Great News That’s Horrible For The Trump Regime
Legislative and Judicial Action
ActBlue says GOP investigation might be a partisan violation of the Constitution
Wrongly deported Salvadoran man returned to U.S., charged with human smuggling
Direct Action and Escalation
Wayne County community rally amid ICE raid at restaurant
What to Know About the Immigration Protests in Los Angeles
Photos: A fierce pushback on ICE raids in L.A. from protesters, officials
What to know about counterprotests to Trump's June 14 parade
Veterans protest against Trump cuts at DC rally: ‘Promises made to us have come under attack’
Veterans Are Marching Against Trump. Here’s Why
Republican lawmaker’s raucous town hall reflects challenges promoting Trump's bill
The Disloyal Opposition
How a Supreme Court decision backing the NRA is thwarting Trump’s retribution campaign
Former DOGE engineer says federal waste and fraud were 'relatively nonexistent'
Damian Williams, former U.S. attorney in Manhattan, leaves Paul Weiss for Jenner & Block
Problems proliferate in Senate for Trump’s megabill
Two House Republicans issue megabill threats as Senate ponders changes
GOP Senator Gets Howard Lutnick to Admit Insane Logic on Trump Tariffs
In evangelical churches, a rift over Trump’s immigration policies
