The conscious, willful destruction of democracy by the Trump administration is beyond shocking! I wished that legacy media would make this point crystal clear! But in the meantime reporters like you Olivia are keeping this debacle before our eyes. Local level resistance that you describe can lead to change that recovers democracy. Michael Ignatieff’s book Ordinary Virtues addresses the importance of local action (well worth the read too). As he clearly says, the existence of democracy is not guaranteed apart from local action to preserve it. Keep up the good work Olivia!
I appreciate how you frame the quiet and steady resistance that held the line. That’s so affirming. Oftentimes I read frustration from others, especially other countries, yelling at Americans to do something. To march in the streets and shut down the economy. On and on. Change doesn’t always work that way, though.
There is a grassroots movement of quiet resisters who have restructured their lives through purposeful, systematic and permanent boycotts of companies and products that contribute to destructive capitalism. I have and that is my contribution to resistance. And adopting an anti-consumerism stance. Buy for life practices. Zero waste efforts. It’s taken me 2 full years to develop and continue to practice this type of quiet resistance.
Thank you for this retrospective view to help us focus on moving forward. Also, thanks for the link to the event… at least it clarified the timing. Those of us who aren’t in the area need to plan!
Thank you, clearly defined. And thank you for letting me who doesn't pay for read, so many others don't and it feels so dang elitist. We have had enough of that.
Again thank you for your strength and clarity on what is and has has been happening. Your strength is a guide to all of us to keep the fight for our democracy and rule of law.
Again, thanks for your wisdom Olivia. I do believe that the apathetic Americans are waking up, and are realizing that 'we the people' have the power. If each participant in the last 'No Kings Day' would bring along just one body besides their own to the next one, we'd DOUBLE our numbers and have great showing to thwart the rise of authoritarianism.
A time perhaps to hold one's breath (or even one's nose!) and look forward to the midterms. I have no idea how the USA can ever regain its gravitas, its mojo, its trustworthiness, its self-respect or its credibility, but if the midterms are not a blue tsunami, then Heaven help the US, and the rest of the world. Good luck for Tuesday's meeting (just a little too far away for me in the UK!).
Love watching you Olivia. I was thinking Passionate Patriots would be a better name for our movement. I know you checked on Ruthless Patriots. Your thoughts? Discuss with the group? Happy New Year! Can’t wait to watch you on the 6th!
Olivia, what is the actual law regarding the postal service and the stamping of dates on the mail? they say they will withhold the date stamp on ballots, to deny their validity. and 11 states have Only vote by mail. so perturbing. thx always for your clarity and insight.
Thanks Olivia. Resistance is durable! We'll keep it going until the good policies are restored. When Congress & government reform the process FOR the PEOPLE, we'll have that "more perfect union."
The conscious, willful destruction of democracy by the Trump administration is beyond shocking! I wished that legacy media would make this point crystal clear! But in the meantime reporters like you Olivia are keeping this debacle before our eyes. Local level resistance that you describe can lead to change that recovers democracy. Michael Ignatieff’s book Ordinary Virtues addresses the importance of local action (well worth the read too). As he clearly says, the existence of democracy is not guaranteed apart from local action to preserve it. Keep up the good work Olivia!
I appreciate how you frame the quiet and steady resistance that held the line. That’s so affirming. Oftentimes I read frustration from others, especially other countries, yelling at Americans to do something. To march in the streets and shut down the economy. On and on. Change doesn’t always work that way, though.
There is a grassroots movement of quiet resisters who have restructured their lives through purposeful, systematic and permanent boycotts of companies and products that contribute to destructive capitalism. I have and that is my contribution to resistance. And adopting an anti-consumerism stance. Buy for life practices. Zero waste efforts. It’s taken me 2 full years to develop and continue to practice this type of quiet resistance.
Thank you for this retrospective view to help us focus on moving forward. Also, thanks for the link to the event… at least it clarified the timing. Those of us who aren’t in the area need to plan!
Well done, Olivia!
Thank you, clearly defined. And thank you for letting me who doesn't pay for read, so many others don't and it feels so dang elitist. We have had enough of that.
"That spirit isn’t fragile. It’s durable. And as long as people keep choosing one another, it can’t be extinguished."
Well said, thank you for the excellent work.
See you on the 6th 🥳
Again thank you for your strength and clarity on what is and has has been happening. Your strength is a guide to all of us to keep the fight for our democracy and rule of law.
Will your thing on the 6th be live anywhere? Would love to watch.
Looking forward to Jan 6th event. Thank you for all you do !
Again, thanks for your wisdom Olivia. I do believe that the apathetic Americans are waking up, and are realizing that 'we the people' have the power. If each participant in the last 'No Kings Day' would bring along just one body besides their own to the next one, we'd DOUBLE our numbers and have great showing to thwart the rise of authoritarianism.
Great piece. I am always amazed at hyou ability to analyze the scene.
A time perhaps to hold one's breath (or even one's nose!) and look forward to the midterms. I have no idea how the USA can ever regain its gravitas, its mojo, its trustworthiness, its self-respect or its credibility, but if the midterms are not a blue tsunami, then Heaven help the US, and the rest of the world. Good luck for Tuesday's meeting (just a little too far away for me in the UK!).
Love watching you Olivia. I was thinking Passionate Patriots would be a better name for our movement. I know you checked on Ruthless Patriots. Your thoughts? Discuss with the group? Happy New Year! Can’t wait to watch you on the 6th!
Well said.
Olivia, what is the actual law regarding the postal service and the stamping of dates on the mail? they say they will withhold the date stamp on ballots, to deny their validity. and 11 states have Only vote by mail. so perturbing. thx always for your clarity and insight.
Thanks Olivia. Resistance is durable! We'll keep it going until the good policies are restored. When Congress & government reform the process FOR the PEOPLE, we'll have that "more perfect union."