10 Ways to Join the Resistance and Fight Back Against Trump Right Now
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Whether you've seen it on social media, read about it in the news, or heard people talking about it on the street, there's a multifaceted movement against President Donald Trump that's been gaining steam over the months and years since he first announced his candidacy. Intrigued? From grassroots organizing to shaping fresh new candidates, people across the country are coming together to join the Trump resistance — and doing what they can to fight back against the administration, in every imaginable way.
That being said, it's often hard to figure out just how to join the movement, as there are so many groups devoted to the cause. So, we've pulled together 10 easy ways you can join the revolution right now — and stand up for what you believe in today.
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Indivisible
Indivisible was originally a handbook written by Congressional staffers in order to provide a guide to peaceable protest in the era of Trump. Now, it's one of the most powerful forces in grassroots organizing — and a great resource for finding local events and identifying actions you can take right now.
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Swing Left
Swing Left has its eyes on the 2018 election, and how the resistance can push swing districts across the country toward the Democratic Party. If you’re not sure if you live in a swing district (or where the nearest one might be), the organization has a very easy tool that will enable you to figure it out in seconds — and tell you exactly what you can do to help.
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Run For Something
Run For Something is doing exactly what the name says: identifying and raising up the next generation of leaders in the Democratic Party. But it’s not just for those who want to run for office; you can also donate or volunteer to help train and develop platforms for those who do.
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#KnockEveryDoor
#KnockEveryDoor was created by alums of the Bernie Sanders campaign, and advocates for the most simple form of organizing: going door to door. Whether you’ve advocated for causes before or are completely new to the game, they provide a community and voice for those who are looking to spread awareness on the most important issues of the day.
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Countable
When it comes to the actual legislature and policies that the Trump administration is putting forth, Countable is an invaluable resource that enables you to be up to the minute on exactly what Washington is doing, and make sure that your local legislatures are being held accountable for their decisions on the Hill.
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Resist Here
The creators of Resist Trump Tuesdays, Resist Here, provide a great resource for identifying what’s going on near you (and what you can do to start something on your own).
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#Resist on Meetup
A whole host of national movements post their events on Meetup, and with their incredibly helpful #Resist map and location breakdowns, you can easily find a group, event, or organization to unite forces with.
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Our Revolution
Bernie Sanders may not have won the Democratic primary, but the organization that he funneled his momentum into is definitely winning on many fronts. Our Revolution is a forum to learn about, talk about, and take action on all the issues we face on a daily basis.
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Trump Resistance Movement (TRM) on Facebook
The best way to ease yourself into the resistance? Follow TRM on Facebook to get a better sense of what others are doing and how you can join the fight.