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Trump Resistance

 

People's State of the Union

TONIGHT: #PeoplesSOTU to Counter Trump Agenda and Amplify the Resistance

"One thing is certain: Trump does not speak for a majority of Americans."

Julia Conley ·

With New Date Set for UK Visit, Brits Vow Epic Street Protests to Counter 'Exceptional Danger' of Trump

"We will be joining to take a strong stand against Trump's racism, bigotry, misogyny, transphobia—as well as his ultra-corporate trade agenda."

Julia Conley ·

President Trump is reportedly considering firing Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein as a warning to Special Counsel Robert Mueller, after Mueller's investigation of Trump led the FBI to conduct a raid targeting the president's personal attorney.

With 800+ Protests Planned, Nation Ready for Mass Revolt as Trump Reportedly Eyes Firing Rosenstein

"Our response in the hours following a potential power grab will dictate what happens next—whether Congress will stand up to Trump or allow him to move our democracy toward authoritarianism."

Julia Conley ·

Huge Surge in Political Activism, Engagement Has Direct Ties to Trump Presidency, Poll Finds

Nearly 20 percent of those who have attended a demonstration since Trump's election had never protested before

Julia Conley ·

The Resistance Needs Better Heroes

A movement is defined by its heroes. The Resistance can find better heroes than the ones some of its members have chosen – and it should.

Richard Eskow ·

climate mayors

Citing 'Urgent Threat' of Climate Crisis, 236 US Mayors Denounce Trump's Attack on Clean Power Plan

"No one is insulated from the impacts of climate change—people in cities of all sizes, along with suburban and rural communities are all at risk."

Jessica Corbett ·

Supporters of Planned Parenthood

Enough Defense, Declares Planned Parenthood, 'We're Going on Offense!'

"We need to do more than just fight against the bad policies—now is the time to push for good ones."

Jessica Corbett ·

Warren Slams Sessions' DOJ Record a Year After Being Silenced on Senate Floor By Republicans

The Massachusetts senator "persisted" in her criticism of the attorney general, saying he has reversed efforts to expand voting rights and reform the criminal justice system

Julia Conley ·

One Year On, Reflecting and Refining Tactics to Take Our Country Back

"2018 will only be a pivotal year if we are prepared to do the work."

Mark Schuller ·

A Year of Resistance—and Why I’m Hopeful for 2018

Through a chaotic year, it’s been inspiring to see a resistance movement gather strength and show its muscle.

Rachel Cleetus ·

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