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Let's give a shout out and thanks to defenders of Democracy

brianluxbrianlux Moving through All Kinds of Terrain. Posts: 42,643
edited February 7 in A Moving Train
This thread is a place to share idea for supporting the hard working people who are in positions that enable them to make strides in supporting Democracy.  Many of them are heroes and we can do our small part by supporting their efforts.

I'll start with something my wife forwarded to me.  If you appreciate the earnest entreaty of Bishop Budde to Trump to show mercy on targeted groups, you can send her a postcard thanking her to this address:
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"Don't give in to the lies.  Don't give in to the fear. Hold on to the truth.  And to hope."
-Jim Acosta











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  • mickeyratmickeyrat Posts: 41,196


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  • brianluxbrianlux Moving through All Kinds of Terrain. Posts: 42,643
    mickeyrat said:



    I'm not sure what we can do to support this person, or the many other people being forced out of their jobs.  I'm open to suggestions!
    "Don't give in to the lies.  Don't give in to the fear. Hold on to the truth.  And to hope."
    -Jim Acosta











  • mickeyratmickeyrat Posts: 41,196
    call your senators and your rep?
    _____________________________________SIGNATURE________________________________________________

    Not today Sir, Probably not tomorrow.............................................. bayfront arena st. pete '94
    you're finally here and I'm a mess................................................... nationwide arena columbus '10
    memories like fingerprints are slowly raising.................................... first niagara center buffalo '13
    another man ..... moved by sleight of hand...................................... joe louis arena detroit '14
  • brianluxbrianlux Moving through All Kinds of Terrain. Posts: 42,643
    mickeyrat said:
    call your senators and your rep?

    Definitely for specific issues.  Where it gets tricky is doing what HCR and others have pointed out which is to pick your battles.  45/47 is creating widespread chaos, and anyone trying to take on too many issues  can be counter productive.   
    What I'm hoping with this thread is to get a wide variety of issues in the mix and suggestion with some specific ideas for lending support (like I did in the first post) to those issues, and then hoping some folks here will pick and choose some issues that are important to them and take action.  If all we do is complain and argue, we will accomplish little.  Arguing is especially a waste of time.  
    We'll see how this plays out.  So far this thread has 38 views and only you response.  I hope that changes. 
    "Don't give in to the lies.  Don't give in to the fear. Hold on to the truth.  And to hope."
    -Jim Acosta











  • brianluxbrianlux Moving through All Kinds of Terrain. Posts: 42,643
    OK, well at least tell me this: Do any of you ever write or call your representatives?  Or attend city or county board meetings or meetings open to the public at state level?  Does anyone here believe in and/or practice "government of the people, by the people, for the people" (i.e. Democracy)?  
    We hear a lot of people defending Democracy, but how many actually engage in it?  I think, not many.  Rhetorical question: Is it any wonder autocracy/oligarchy has taken over the U.S.? 
    "Don't give in to the lies.  Don't give in to the fear. Hold on to the truth.  And to hope."
    -Jim Acosta











  • DE4173DE4173 Posts: 1,124
    🎯
    1993: 11/22 Little Rock
    1996; 9/28 New York
    1997: 11/14 Oakland, 11/15 Oakland
    1998: 7/5 Dallas, 7/7 Albuquerque, 7/8 Phoenix, 7/10 San Diego, 7/11 Las Vegas
    2000: 10/17 Dallas
    2003: 4/3 OKC
    2012: 11/17 Tulsa(EV), 11/18 Tulsa(EV)
    2013: 11/16 OKC
    2014: 10/8 Tulsa
    2022: 9/20 OKC
    2023: 9/13 Ft Worth, 9/15 Ft Worth
  • brianluxbrianlux Moving through All Kinds of Terrain. Posts: 42,643
    DE4173 said:
    🎯

    If you feel like it, could you elaborate, maybe share some of your experiences of participating in Democracy? 
    "Don't give in to the lies.  Don't give in to the fear. Hold on to the truth.  And to hope."
    -Jim Acosta











  • DE4173DE4173 Posts: 1,124
    edited January 30
    I recall when voting itself was a big deal and it seemed like people did, wore their sticker with pride and that was it. Pat yourself (myself) on the back and feel like you made a difference. It's been awhile now, but it seems that is the bare minimum that you can do. I guess now it's putting a picture of whatever as your profile picture and that passes as participating. /s

    I know I can do more than all of that and am a hypocrite in that regard.

    I feel that participating at a local level makes a greater difference. I like to volunteer and help local candidates with school board, city, and state races. Attend my kids school board meetings, PTA meetings, participate as a PTA officer, etc.

    "Your" ≠ Your
    Post edited by DE4173 on
    1993: 11/22 Little Rock
    1996; 9/28 New York
    1997: 11/14 Oakland, 11/15 Oakland
    1998: 7/5 Dallas, 7/7 Albuquerque, 7/8 Phoenix, 7/10 San Diego, 7/11 Las Vegas
    2000: 10/17 Dallas
    2003: 4/3 OKC
    2012: 11/17 Tulsa(EV), 11/18 Tulsa(EV)
    2013: 11/16 OKC
    2014: 10/8 Tulsa
    2022: 9/20 OKC
    2023: 9/13 Ft Worth, 9/15 Ft Worth
  • DE4173DE4173 Posts: 1,124
    I've never called my state reps and/or senators. That would make a difference, I believe.
    1993: 11/22 Little Rock
    1996; 9/28 New York
    1997: 11/14 Oakland, 11/15 Oakland
    1998: 7/5 Dallas, 7/7 Albuquerque, 7/8 Phoenix, 7/10 San Diego, 7/11 Las Vegas
    2000: 10/17 Dallas
    2003: 4/3 OKC
    2012: 11/17 Tulsa(EV), 11/18 Tulsa(EV)
    2013: 11/16 OKC
    2014: 10/8 Tulsa
    2022: 9/20 OKC
    2023: 9/13 Ft Worth, 9/15 Ft Worth
  • brianluxbrianlux Moving through All Kinds of Terrain. Posts: 42,643
    DE4173 said:
    I recall when voting itself was a big deal and it seemed like people did, wore their sticker with pride and that was it. Pat yourself (myself) on the back and feel like you made a difference. It's been awhile now, but it seems that is the bare minimum that you can do. I guess now it's putting a picture of whatever as your profile picture and that passes as participating. /s

    I know I can do more than all of that and am a hypocrite in that regard.

    I feel that participating at a local level makes a greater difference. I like to volunteer and help local candidates with school board, city, and state races. Attend my kids school board meetings, PTA meetings, participate as a PTA officer, etc.

    "Your" ≠ Your
    Working at the local level is great!  In fact, I'm kind of what you might call a "closet Prouhonian anarchist."  Paul Proudhon was the father of modern classic anarchy, which is quite different than the common concept of anarchy.  Prouhon's philosophy basically states that society works best at the regional level and fosters cooperation.  Ideally, we would develop peaceful, cooperative interactions within our region as well as making an effort to foster peaceful and cooperative links with neighboring regions.  None of this is likely to work in today's world on a large scale, but by working locally, we can at least gain some of the benefits of cooperative interactions in our communities.

    And kudos for doing volunteer work!  I went through a period of years of not functioning well due to an injury to my hearing and addiction to benzodiazapines.  What really got me to turn the corner was putting in 1,000 hours of volunteer work at out local health library.  That library not only was (it has since moved) a great asset to the community, it also gave me a big push in regaining self-respect and feeling useful.  It's great that you are have done good work in your schools and community!
    DE4173 said:
    I've never called my state reps and/or senators. That would make a difference, I believe.

    I think it does help.  I admit it can be a bit frustrating because you rarely if ever actually get to talk to a congressperson- they have office workers who field calls.  But they do at least tally caller responses.  I did once get a response to a letter I wrote to California Senator Alan Cranston.  He actually wrote a fairly lengthy letter responding personally to my concerns.  I was actually kind of astounded that he did that! 
    But anyway, even a brief call or personal letter is a fine way to voice a concern and counts very much more than those "one-click" responses on a letter pre-written by an organization.  Those are pretty much ignored.

    And hey, by the way-- thanks for your response here!  :plus_one: 
    "Don't give in to the lies.  Don't give in to the fear. Hold on to the truth.  And to hope."
    -Jim Acosta











  • mickeyratmickeyrat Posts: 41,196
    fits here I think even if indirectly?



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    you're finally here and I'm a mess................................................... nationwide arena columbus '10
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    another man ..... moved by sleight of hand...................................... joe louis arena detroit '14
  • mickeyratmickeyrat Posts: 41,196
    apparently put up on white house wrbsite on Jan 19. its now found here.....

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    Not today Sir, Probably not tomorrow.............................................. bayfront arena st. pete '94
    you're finally here and I'm a mess................................................... nationwide arena columbus '10
    memories like fingerprints are slowly raising.................................... first niagara center buffalo '13
    another man ..... moved by sleight of hand...................................... joe louis arena detroit '14
  • brianluxbrianlux Moving through All Kinds of Terrain. Posts: 42,643
    mickeyrat said:
    apparently put up on white house wrbsite on Jan 19. its now found here.....


    I like seeing the words "sustainable and durable" there.  Two hugely important concepts in our world today.
    "Don't give in to the lies.  Don't give in to the fear. Hold on to the truth.  And to hope."
    -Jim Acosta











  • mickeyratmickeyrat Posts: 41,196


    _____________________________________SIGNATURE________________________________________________

    Not today Sir, Probably not tomorrow.............................................. bayfront arena st. pete '94
    you're finally here and I'm a mess................................................... nationwide arena columbus '10
    memories like fingerprints are slowly raising.................................... first niagara center buffalo '13
    another man ..... moved by sleight of hand...................................... joe louis arena detroit '14
  • brianluxbrianlux Moving through All Kinds of Terrain. Posts: 42,643
    mickeyrat said:



    I've upped my support of ACLU.
    "Don't give in to the lies.  Don't give in to the fear. Hold on to the truth.  And to hope."
    -Jim Acosta











  • mickeyratmickeyrat Posts: 41,196
    guess this goes here.



    _____________________________________SIGNATURE________________________________________________

    Not today Sir, Probably not tomorrow.............................................. bayfront arena st. pete '94
    you're finally here and I'm a mess................................................... nationwide arena columbus '10
    memories like fingerprints are slowly raising.................................... first niagara center buffalo '13
    another man ..... moved by sleight of hand...................................... joe louis arena detroit '14
  • brianluxbrianlux Moving through All Kinds of Terrain. Posts: 42,643
    mickeyrat said:
    guess this goes here.




    Time is, indeed, of the essence. 
    "Don't give in to the lies.  Don't give in to the fear. Hold on to the truth.  And to hope."
    -Jim Acosta











  • Gern BlanstenGern Blansten Mar-A-Lago Posts: 21,167
    Anonymous doesn't do shit. They did this crap eight years ago too. Nothing happens.
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  • brianluxbrianlux Moving through All Kinds of Terrain. Posts: 42,643
    Gern Blansten said:
    Anonymous doesn't do shit. They did this crap eight years ago too. Nothing happens.

    Could very well be.  But WE can do something, starting with calling our representatives.  Get the 5calls.org app or check out their website.  It's super easy to use (if I can do it, anyone can) and super helpful. 

    Be defender of Democracy and call you representative.  Anyone who has time to post here has time to make those calls.
    "Don't give in to the lies.  Don't give in to the fear. Hold on to the truth.  And to hope."
    -Jim Acosta











  • DE4173DE4173 Posts: 1,124
    They're gonna want your money. 💰💰💰💰💰
    1993: 11/22 Little Rock
    1996; 9/28 New York
    1997: 11/14 Oakland, 11/15 Oakland
    1998: 7/5 Dallas, 7/7 Albuquerque, 7/8 Phoenix, 7/10 San Diego, 7/11 Las Vegas
    2000: 10/17 Dallas
    2003: 4/3 OKC
    2012: 11/17 Tulsa(EV), 11/18 Tulsa(EV)
    2013: 11/16 OKC
    2014: 10/8 Tulsa
    2022: 9/20 OKC
    2023: 9/13 Ft Worth, 9/15 Ft Worth
  • brianluxbrianlux Moving through All Kinds of Terrain. Posts: 42,643
    DE4173 said:
    They're gonna want your money. 💰💰💰💰💰
    I have received no requests to send money.  You can donate or not as you wish.  It's not required. 
    I, on the other hand, require you send me $1,000,000 for my advice.  We accept monopoly money.   You can also pay by sending one of these:
    Pack of 50 - Jimi Hendrix Million Dollar Bills

    "Don't give in to the lies.  Don't give in to the fear. Hold on to the truth.  And to hope."
    -Jim Acosta











  • DE4173DE4173 Posts: 1,124
    BenJIMIns  >  Benjamins
     🎸🔥.                💵💵
    1993: 11/22 Little Rock
    1996; 9/28 New York
    1997: 11/14 Oakland, 11/15 Oakland
    1998: 7/5 Dallas, 7/7 Albuquerque, 7/8 Phoenix, 7/10 San Diego, 7/11 Las Vegas
    2000: 10/17 Dallas
    2003: 4/3 OKC
    2012: 11/17 Tulsa(EV), 11/18 Tulsa(EV)
    2013: 11/16 OKC
    2014: 10/8 Tulsa
    2022: 9/20 OKC
    2023: 9/13 Ft Worth, 9/15 Ft Worth
  • brianluxbrianlux Moving through All Kinds of Terrain. Posts: 42,643
    DE4173 said:
    BenJIMIns  >  Benjamins
     🎸🔥.                💵💵

    I've got about a dozen Jimi mil-bills.  I'm rich!!!
    "Don't give in to the lies.  Don't give in to the fear. Hold on to the truth.  And to hope."
    -Jim Acosta











  • battle1battle1 PHI Posts: 637
    Yes! Please support our brave women and men in the United States military who defend our Democracy every day. If you are considering sending money to Anonymous, please rethink that and support our troops. Be well my fellow Americans. 
  • mickeyratmickeyrat Posts: 41,196
    close to a trillion dollars a year in tax money isnt supporting tbe troops enough?

    alrighty then.
    _____________________________________SIGNATURE________________________________________________

    Not today Sir, Probably not tomorrow.............................................. bayfront arena st. pete '94
    you're finally here and I'm a mess................................................... nationwide arena columbus '10
    memories like fingerprints are slowly raising.................................... first niagara center buffalo '13
    another man ..... moved by sleight of hand...................................... joe louis arena detroit '14
  • DE4173DE4173 Posts: 1,124
    brianlux said:
    Gern Blansten said:
    Anonymous doesn't do shit. They did this crap eight years ago too. Nothing happens.

    Could very well be.  But WE can do something, starting with calling our representatives.  Get the 5calls.org app or check out their website.  It's super easy to use (if I can do it, anyone can) and super helpful. 

    Be defender of Democracy and call you representative.  Anyone who has time to post here has time to make those calls.
    https://linktr.ee/indivisibleteam

    1993: 11/22 Little Rock
    1996; 9/28 New York
    1997: 11/14 Oakland, 11/15 Oakland
    1998: 7/5 Dallas, 7/7 Albuquerque, 7/8 Phoenix, 7/10 San Diego, 7/11 Las Vegas
    2000: 10/17 Dallas
    2003: 4/3 OKC
    2012: 11/17 Tulsa(EV), 11/18 Tulsa(EV)
    2013: 11/16 OKC
    2014: 10/8 Tulsa
    2022: 9/20 OKC
    2023: 9/13 Ft Worth, 9/15 Ft Worth
  • battle1battle1 PHI Posts: 637
    mickeyrat said:
    close to a trillion dollars a year in tax money isnt supporting tbe troops enough?

    alrighty then.
    There is no such thing as “enough” support for our troops. 
  • mickeyratmickeyrat Posts: 41,196
    battle1 said:
    mickeyrat said:
    close to a trillion dollars a year in tax money isnt supporting tbe troops enough?

    alrighty then.
    There is no such thing as “enough” support for our troops. 

    active duty get enough support.

    you want to support someone, support the veteran.
    too many homeless, jobless , whateverless. rates of suicide through the roof.

    turn your attention there.
    _____________________________________SIGNATURE________________________________________________

    Not today Sir, Probably not tomorrow.............................................. bayfront arena st. pete '94
    you're finally here and I'm a mess................................................... nationwide arena columbus '10
    memories like fingerprints are slowly raising.................................... first niagara center buffalo '13
    another man ..... moved by sleight of hand...................................... joe louis arena detroit '14
  • battle1battle1 PHI Posts: 637
    mickeyrat said:
    battle1 said:
    mickeyrat said:
    close to a trillion dollars a year in tax money isnt supporting tbe troops enough?

    alrighty then.
    There is no such thing as “enough” support for our troops. 

    active duty get enough support.

    you want to support someone, support the veteran.
    too many homeless, jobless , whateverless. rates of suicide through the roof.

    turn your attention there.
    This is correct. Thanks mick.  I was not trying to exclude veterans in my statement of support. I just did a bad job of calling out the veteran specifically. In my blanket statement I certainly had our brave vets in mind. 🇺🇸

    Support them, not a radical agenda. 
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     You can also donate to this cause 😂😂 what can possibly go wrong with fake cops on the prowl! It’s here where I live a shithole county 
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