cross-posted from: https://50501.chat/post/93776
We are building a massive, visible, national rejection of this crisis—and today’s numbers are proof that the people—the majority—are taking action to stop a hostile government takeover.
Because let’s be clear: We do not have a functioning democracy anymore. Trump and his billionaire allies have dismantled our system of checks and balances, stacked the courts, silenced dissent, and declared themselves above the law.
They are disappearing people, attacking universities and the free press, and purging agencies meant to protect the people—from the environment to civil rights to public health.
This is not politics as usual. This is a hostile takeover by billionaires, corporations, and authoritarian enablers.
They are gutting the country for parts—and selling us out in the process.
They are not leaders. They are traitors to the people of this country.
So we are building a People’s Movement. And history shows that when just 3.5% of the population engages in sustained, peaceful resistance—transformative change is inevitable.
But we have to earn it. And we have to fight for it.
We may no longer have a functioning democracy—but we still have a chance to restore it. The window is closing though. And we are the ones who must rise to meet this moment.
So here’s what you can do: 📱 Use the 5 Calls app or Resist Bot to contact your elected officials—every single day.
🎤 Demand town halls. Show up at their public appearances.
🚫 Boycott the corporations funding this hostile takeover.
🗣️ Talk to your friends, family, coworkers, and neighbors. Don’t let them sleep through this moment.
📸 Share protest footage, updates, and facts on social media. Amplify the truth—because the billionaires are trying to drown it out.
📲 And follow us to stay connected, get updates, and join future actions.
We are not alone. We are not powerless. And we are not backing down.
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Originally Posted By
u/FiftyFifty1MovementAt2025-04-05 07:56:36 PM| Source
Honestly you are way past that. At this point, the ask should be a complete abolishment of the 2 party system and a full reset
Pretending the mummies from the GOP or the dummies from the DNC will fix this is asking for another topping on the shit Sunday they are serving you
You do understand you’d be asking the people who have power from the current system to change it?
Our best chance at change is engaging more than the current ~20% turnout in Democratic primaries to replace centrists with progressives. It’s far more likely to be successful than rallying entire districts around a third party.
then you’ll be back here in the next cycle… you don’t have enough progressivess to effect change
How many elections do you estimate it would take to gain a majority vote in a third party? How much longer do you want to allow Republicans to remain in control while you promote a new party? We’re facing the worst administration in US history and you’re advocating for splitting the vote over changing out the members of the most popular party in the last 20 years.
a billion? which is why I’m arguing for a full reset. You don’t have enough democracy to fix this mess by voting
What does a full reset look like to you? It sounds a lot more like anarchy than progressivism to me.
for starters, electoral reform to abolish the 2 party sistem
you’ll never get progressivism with the same 2 groups
I’m not asking about the goal. I’m asking about the path. How do you propose we accomplish this? It’s far from a new idea.
I am far from an expert but I think a general strike would be the first step.
By the way, having an opinion has to what needs to be done does not mean I also know how to get there or that my lack of knowledge on the “how” takes away value on the “what”… I know if my roof has a hole it needs to be fixed, and me not knowing about rafters, decking, weather proofing and/or shingles does not mean the hole does not need repair, or that “thoughts and prayers” won’t fix the hole.
Quick reminder to the audience that anyone advocating “tear it all down”, especially as a way of dismissing more realistic solutions, is parroting Russian propaganda.
Ok I am actually impressed. This is a BRILLIANT line of propaganda. Suggesting that anyone accusing Russia of interfering with US politics is functionally equivalent to the racists claiming Mexicans are bringing in drugs etc. That’s exactly the kind of wedge to drive in the left wing tiktok activists. And just subtle enough - “foreigners”, it’s the perfect word. You could probably throw in some of the West Coast complaints about Asian businessmen buying up housing stock, for maximum chaos. You pit knee jerk anti-racism against legitimate concerns and threats, and you’re able to push the narrative that anyone complaining about Russia is a MAGA in disguise. Drive a wedge between various left-wing factions. It’s not Russia, it’s “foreigners”.
Whoever came up with this line deserves a commendation.
This will probably get deleted but I still wanted you to know I was impressed. Well done.
“progressive” liberals when you tell them that not all of their countries problems are caused by foreigners.