📢 The Courage of Ordinary People Stops Fascism
Fascism rises when people stay silent. Join the movement for democracy—organize, speak out, and build people-powered resistance before it’s too late.
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Fascism does not rise overnight. It creeps in slowly, eroding rights, silencing opposition, and consolidating power until resistance becomes difficult. History has shown that the consequences are devastating when people fail to act early.
That is why grassroots movements—powered by ordinary people—are essential in the fight against fascism. It’s also why we are glad you are here! We need your voice!
Martin Niemöller, a German pastor who opposed the Nazis, famously wrote:
First they came for the Communists
And I did not speak out
Because I was not a Communist
Then they came for the Socialists
And I did not speak out
Because I was not a Socialist
Then they came for the trade unionists
And I did not speak out
Because I was not a trade unionist
Then they came for the Jews
And I did not speak out
Because I was not a Jew
Then they came for me
And there was no one left
To speak out for me
His words serve as a chilling reminder that silence enables oppression. Fascism thrives when people assume they are safe because they are not the immediate targets. But in reality, it is a system that will eventually crush anyone who dares to dissent.
That’s why grassroots organizing matters more now than ever. Unlike top-down systems that can be corrupted or dismantled, decentralized movements—driven by communities, activists, and ordinary citizens—can withstand authoritarian power. From registering voters to exposing propaganda, protesting injustice, and demanding accountability, people power remains the strongest defense against fascism.
History proves it: the Civil Rights Movement in the U.S., Solidarity in Poland, and the anti-apartheid struggle in South Africa all prevailed because ordinary people refused to be silent and they demanded justice.
Today, when leaders vilify marginalized communities, attack democracy, or steal our votes and voices, they revive the old playbook of fascism. The time to resist is now—before it is too late.
People power can defeat fascism, but only if we recognize the warning signs and act decisively. We must organize, speak out, show up, and build power together—because when we advocate for one another we win.
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People Power United Updates
Our group is growing by leaps and bounds! Folks understand that with love in our hearts and hard work, we will reclaim our nation from cruelty, chaos, and confusion. We are having fun making impactful changes in our community! In case you missed it, this past week was busy:
People Power United joins coalition efforts to push for free and fair elections for all eligible voters
People Power United joins coalition efforts to push for a halt to handing blank checks to ICE
People Power United joined an Amicus brief for an upcoming case at the Supreme Court
People Power United members signed on to several petitions and letters to Members of Congress advocating for progress and Power to the People
We sent out several updates and news briefs via our newsletters.
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