📢 Can My Activism Help the Freedom Over Fascism Movement?
Your activism matters. Discover why grassroots organizing is essential to defeating fascism, building people power, and protecting our rights and democracy.
Does my activism make a difference? Is it worth my time? Absolutely—your activism matters. Here’s why:
Grassroots activism is a powerful force that can shape the direction of a nation. History has shown us that when people organize, they can drive monumental change. But change doesn’t happen in isolation—it requires collective effort. Many of us can take one or two small actions each day for advocacy, but we need more people to step up. The longer the power of the people remains on the sidelines, the stronger figures like Trump, Musk, and Putin become. If we want to protect the future of our country, we must double down on our organizing efforts to build people power in every city and every state across the nation.
We must show up, speak out, and build power to replace corrupt politicians who put their own power above the well-being of the people. By holding leaders accountable and advocating for dignity, respect, and opportunity for all, we can build an America rooted in liberty and justice—not just for the wealthy or well-connected, but for everyone.
Grassroots activism has profound impact. The energy, passion, and determination of even a small group can change the course of a nation. We’re seeing this clearly with the rise of the MAGA movement. While I vehemently oppose the Project 2025 agenda and the MAGA mission to dismantle our rights, freedoms, democracy, and rule of law, we must acknowledge their effectiveness. Across the country, MAGA activists have mobilized voters with relentless discipline, shifting political allegiances county by county. When I saw a Washington Post map from the past election showing red arrow shifts moving from Democrats to Republicans—it simply confirmed what we’ve long known: MAGA’s grassroots organizing is gaining traction, even in states once considered safely blue. And it’s worth noting that we’re seeing renewed MAGA activity since the passing of Charlie Kirk.
This didn’t happen overnight. It’s the result of years of groundwork, coalition-building, and voter engagement at the local level. While Democratic and progressive leaders scramble to explain these trends, the lesson is unmistakable: grassroots activism works. And I’m not talking about last-minute GOTV (get out the vote) efforts. By the time Kamala Harris entered the race, the grassroots enthusiasm needed to energize voters was already missing. You can’t build a movement in a few weeks; it takes years of steady, people-powered organizing.
Too many democratic and progressive spaces have spent recent years debating policy differences instead of uniting around shared purpose. Yes, there are incredible coalitions doing important work—People Power United proudly partners with several. But too many lack the grassroots energy that fuels real, transformative movements. Grassroots activism is not top-down. It’s built by volunteers—ordinary people—investing their time, talent, and passion into creating a better future.
Part of the problem is that traditional organizing has often been shaped by a small group of funders or large organizations that feel disconnected from everyday people. As a result, many struggle to inspire volunteers. In contrast, true grassroots activism is born from individuals—neighbors, friends, coworkers—coming together to solve shared challenges. It’s nimble, personal, and relational. Change doesn’t begin in the halls of power; it begins in the streets, kitchens, and living rooms of people who refuse to accept injustice as normal.
So, does your activism make a difference? Absolutely. History shows that when good people do nothing, harmful forces rise. Every grassroots movement—from civil rights to women’s suffrage to environmental justice—was built through countless small actions taken by everyday people. Your efforts, no matter how modest they may seem, contribute to a much larger wave of change.
Some say one person can’t make a difference. I reject that outright. Every small action—attending a meeting, sharing information, signing a petition, having a conversation, volunteering—creates ripples. Those ripples inspire others. And together, they build momentum that can shift the direction of a nation.
We’ve watched the impact of grassroots organizing on the other side. MAGA’s movement, despite its dangerous objectives, is proof that activism matters. Now it’s our turn to harness our energy for good—to build coalitions rooted in justice, equity, passion, authenticity, and determination. When we invest in grassroots activism, we aren’t just reacting to the moment—we are shaping a future where democracy, freedom, and dignity can thrive.
Let’s commit to showing up, speaking out, and building power—because our actions matter. And your activism is essential in the fight for freedom over fascism.
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Grassroots activism is a powerful force that can shape the direction of a nation.
Many of us can do one or two simple things a day for advocacy, but we need more people taking action.
The longer the power of the people stays on the sideline, the stronger Trump, Musk, and Putin grow.
If we want to protect the future of this country, we must double down on our organizing efforts to build people power in every city and every state in our nation.
We must show up, speak out, and build power to replace these corrupt politicians.
By taking action, holding leaders accountable, and advocating for dignity, respect, and opportunity for all, we can build an America that lives up to the values of liberty and justice for all, not just the wealthy, powerful, or privileged.
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Great read ! Activism comes in many forms, making room for all who care about issues and concerns to become involved and bring to light the wrongs that exist while striving to make them right. Obviously, you don't want to get arrested and that's why protests should remain as peaceful as possible, sometimes they don't because people are emotionally deep. Everyone should do what they can, become involved at a level they are comfortable with. We've got to insert ourselves if we truly care about reform. Happy weekend to All !!!