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This is a quick one because I've got a lot on my plate. A lot of protests brewing for this weekend. Here are some links gathered by Natasha Beery to prepare you:
READ: PREPARING FOR SAFE PROTESTING:
Whether or not you can tune into the calls today and Thursday, here are some great resources:
How to Protest Safely (from Standup for Science)
Protesters’ Rights | American Civil Liberties Union
Protecting Your Rights (Berkeleyside)
Peter Coyote - On Best Practices for Peaceful Protest
De-escalation / Dealing with Disruptors
Here are my usual links.
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
Trump and Newsom escalate fight as feds intervene in Los Angeles protests: In their own words
Trump Approval Slides on Key Issues
Voters Don’t Like the Big, Beautiful Bill
Legislative Action
Incensed House Democrats plan ICE funding war
Democrats Won More Special Elections Last Night
Direct Action and Escalation
Fulbright Board Resigns After Accusing Trump Aides of Political Interference
In Challenge to Trump, Smithsonian Says It Controls Personnel Decisions
Glendale ends ICE contract, no longer holds detainees
The Grassroots
Messaging and Media
Legislative and Judicial Action
Judge says Mahmoud Khalil can't be detained
Direct Action and Escalation
Trump wants to 'liberate' Los Angeles, residents say 'no thanks'
Oakland community protests LA ICE raids at interfaith vigil
People are protesting against ICE raids across the US
In LA, faith leaders protest to stand up for the detained and keep the peace
Protests grow across the U.S. as people push against Trump's mass deportation policies
Nationwide protests loom over Trump's upcoming military parade
Veterans Condemn Trump’s ‘Misuse of Military Power’ Amid L.A. Protests
Anti-Trump protests in DC area will coincide with military parade
Anti-Trump protests are planned in Wisconsin and nationwide on Flag Day. What to know
Where are 'No Kings' protests happening in Oregon? 20 cities to protest Trump
Provision of Services
Video Shows Protesters Using Leaf Blowers to Deter Tear Gas
