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Local Groups
Resist + Persist - Miami County OH
Welcome to “Resist + Persist - Miami County, Ohio”! This is the official page for likeminded individuals in Miami County who are passionate about protecting voting rights, women's rights, LGBTQ+ rights, public education, and gun regulations. Maybe you were a registered Republican before Trump took office in 2016 and now feel a little lost—you’re more than welcome to join us! This group is a space to seek support, ask questions, share thoughts, and post about upcoming events in our community. For a long time, many of us stayed quiet about politics. Whether in our communities, among friends and family, or on social media, we kept our opinions to ourselves. If politics came up, we either said nothing or reluctantly nodded along, afraid to speak our truth. When did we all become afraid to speak up? In a county where a strong, passionate, and deeply rooted MAGA movement grows each year, it’s easy to feel intimidated. Many MAGA supporters struggle to differentiate real news from misinformation. Add in their immediate defensiveness or stone walling, the result can be wildly unpredictable—and yes, even frightening. On November 3, 2024, we came to a harsh realization: this MAGA cult-like movement isn’t slowing down—it’s intensifying. For too long, we naively assumed that people would see through the lies. After all, Trump is a convicted felon (among many other things). So how did we get here? We must start speaking up, challenging harmful views, and confronting the discomfort—even if it means losing friends or family. As we brace for the hardships of another Trump administration, we need to stand together and push back. This group is also a safe space for those who aren’t yet ready to be publicly vocal. Many of us fear backlash—not just for ourselves, but for our families. We understand that hesitation, and there is no judgment here. So whether you choose to be loud in public or loud in this group, we need each other now more than ever. To those Democrats and Liberals who have already been fighting—thank you. Your courage has paved the way for the rest of us. Help us find that same bravery. Now, we finally have a community we can turn to. Invite like-minded friends, get involved, and let’s work together to push for change. Our goal: Engage with the community, advocate for policies that matter, and have civil yet challenging conversations in this overwhelmingly Republican area.
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Gaston Grassroots
We are a group of Gaston County residence that meet monthly to support each other, build community, learn how to affectively participate in conversations, and take action steps on the political trends we are concerned with. This includes Public Education, DEI, Reproductive Rights, Voter Access and of course everything in between. Our group is open to everyone! We would love to have you! Find updates on the NC Red Wine & Blue FaceBook page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/redwinebluenorthcarolina
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Defending Democracy in SW Missouri
Our local group connects like-minded people in our community who want to work with others who share their values to protect democracy on the local, state and national levels.
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WADEin Nebraska
Welcome to the state-level group of WADEin Nebraska (formerly SWEEP). This is a safe (and brave!) space for all individuals who embrace inclusivity and reject hate and extremism. WADEin Nebraska is open to all like-minded individuals looking to learn, organize, and band together across this state. Most of our group's discussion and organizing will take place on our Facebook page. Follow this link to join: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sweepnebraska
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JC
Let the Good Trouble Roll...
Our local group connects like-minded people in our community who want to work with others who share their values to protect democracy on the local, state and national levels.
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DalRich Dem Defenders
Our local group connects like-minded people in our community who want to work with others who share their values to protect democracy on the local, state and national levels.
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JR
Marietta BLU (blue ladies united)
This Marietta square ladies' group seeks to be a joyful and safe space for liberal / progressive / moderate ladies seeking positive connections, opportunities for local community outreach and political activism. Through our meetings and events we will examine "best practices" and brainstorm strategies. Please note that this group is not exclusive to any specific organization, but INCLUSIVE of all efforts to "move the needle" collaboratively.
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Lexington KY Sweepers
Our local group will connect badass women in our community who want to work with others who share their values to protect democracy on the local, state and national levels.
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Rhode Island Troublemakers
Our local group connects like-minded people in our community who want to work with others who share their values to protect democracy on the local, state and national levels.
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Upper Valley Voices for Democracy
In Heather Cox Richardson's 7-29-2024 letter, she recounts the moments in US history when Americans have experienced revolutionary moments. She ended with this: "When President Joe Biden announced just a week ago that he would not accept the Democratic nomination for president, he did not pass the torch to Vice President Kamala Harris. He passed it to us." She continued, "It is up to us to decide whether we want a country based on fear or on facts, on reaction or on reality, on hatred or on hope. It is up to us whether it will be fascism or democracy that, in the end, moves swiftly, and up to us whether we will choose to follow in the footsteps of those Americans who came before us in our noblest moments, and launch a brand new era in American history." The choice in November is a referendum on the two and a half century history of this country. Will we continue the too-glacial pace of making this a more “Perfect union,” or will we throw it away in favor of an autocracy that will carry out an extremist far-right agenda? Project 2025 is the comprehensive transition plan to deal a death blow to democracy. It includes policies ready to be enacted on Day One, recommendations for top positions in government, and a database of loyalists prepared to fill positions previously held by civil servants. During the first Trump administration, the former president was frustrated by patriots at all levels of government from generals to bureaucrats who would not do his bidding because it violated sacred, often constitutional, norms. These obstacles will no longer exist. Furthermore, the Supreme Court in Trump v. United States granted immunity for anything Trump does if he regains office. Let's make sure that Project 2025 never happens!
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