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I’m making plans to protest daily outside my representative’s local office. Rather than appear like a crazy person, which is often the case in NYC, I want to start some political awakening in my neighborhood. I live in a Republican district of the city and my neighborhood is ripe to learn how the GOP is raping this country, removing benefits that many low income people rely on, increasing our taxes, and becoming a Fascist state.

So, does the Lemmy community have any advice? What material should I distribute? Should I read the Constitution ad nauseam?

To the Americans here, I love each and everyone of you and we all deserve a safe and prosperous nation.

To my brothers and sisters worldwide, thank you for reading and for your solidarity.

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[–] crank0271 4 points 1 day ago (1 children)

This is good advice. Each of us is a small force alone, but that force can be multiplied when we join forces with our comrades. In NY specifically, you may want to check out the Working Families Party: https://workingfamilies.org

They are represented on the ballot and typically endorse the more progressive Democratic candidates. They could have local resources to aid you with your protest and you may be able to gather additional protesters. You may also want to connect with your local mutual aid group as there are often politically progressive people involved with those.

[–] [email protected] 3 points 1 day ago

I’m a proud card carrying member of WFP! They are unfortunately politically weak but I haven’t seen what they have been up to post election frankly. I will look more into that, thanks!