We are about to begin the fourth week of the DJT administration. For those of us who knew his choices from executive orders to nominees would be awful, well, we were correct. And there will be more awfulness. So, here is our reality check. We will be calling representatives for the next four years. We will be marching for causes important to us during the next four years. We will be donating to many organizations. You have probably already done some of the above. But there is, beyond all that, something we must ALL do. We must join a grassroots group. It is simply impossible to effect change in a real meaningful way without working through grassroots.
So question....Have you begun your grassroots reach out?
I have posted many groups on this blog but instead of reposting my stuff, let me give you this link to Bill Moyers site that has a great write up. My experience with Indivisible & Swing Left has been very positive. I define positive as "organized and informative and action oriented. " No one wants to waste their time, especially me, so I like groups that mean business.
Along with grassroots, have you gone to your local Democratic Club? Have you googled to find your local chapter? I have been going to many meetings. The only way we are going to effect change in our candidates and in the party is by filling up the local chapters with new blood. At these meeting be sure to share what you are learning from your grass roots. Do not be afraid to ask questions.
And a note to those who are shy or "not joiners"....I am afraid politics is no longer a spectator sport. Please put your shyness in the closet and reach out. We need you.
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