Another rousing rally Saturday in Edmonds! Thanks to the Hands Off folks for organizing.
I promised in my speech to post a list of organizations working to protect democracy.
I know, after 50 years in community organizing, that most people hate confrontation. The bullies of the world count on them to not put up a fight. But bullies are never content with what they have. Each power grab makes it that much harder to reverse the march towards totalitarianism. Instead of wringing our hands and ignoring the news, our job is to sign up with the Resistance. What do you care the most about? Is it the environment, homelessness, health care, equal rights and protections for all, government accountability, parental leave, to name just a few. They are now all at risk.
So, start talking to your neighbors and coworkers if you aren’t already. Find common ground. Build community where you live, work or spend time. Volunteer and donate to organizations that are working to protect and defend our democracy.
If you are employed with a firm, non-profit, school, health care facility or belong to a labor union, bring them information about how to connect with others in this effort. Whether it’s joining in a lawsuit, getting out the vote, taking out ads, donating to organizations, our collective efforts will be the most powerful.
Here is my speech and link to 19 organizations that are making a difference and even bigger impact as they start speaking with one voice.
Maggie Fimia
Mountlake Terrace
Thank you Maggie for not only speaking at our event, but also for sharing this information. We are fortunate to have your inspiring words and resources right here in My Edmonds News for all to read. Bravo!
Thank you Laurel, for helping to organize these events! Honored to be asked to speak.
I was bullied, attacked for the cross around my neck..told to shut up. I just went to ask questions about what he was thinking. They were so hyped up that irrational broke out..right then all their credence was lost. Sorry
Ellen Blackstone sent me these two additional organizations to add to our lists, thanks Ellen!
1. She Should Run: https://www.sheshouldrun.org/ “Our democracy only stands to benefit from the unique perspectives and lived experiences that women bring to leadership, and we need to work together to get them in office.”
2. Contest Every Race: is a PAC and thus not a non-profit, but it is supported in part by Movement Labs https://www.movementlabs.com/ which IS a 501(c)(3). “…finding new ways to use technology to achieve tangible outcomes in areas like voter registration, candidate recruitment, and elections.” Encouraging and supporting people to run for down-ballot offices, especially those which often have only one candidate running.
If you’re in Snohomish County, you can join the League of Women Voters of Snohomish County directly. You automatically become a member of LWV of Washington and the national League of Women Voters!