📢 Fighting Fascism with People-Powered Resistance
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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.
Martin Niemöller, a German pastor who opposed the Nazis, famously wrote:
First, 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 no one was left to speak 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 is why grassroots organizing is so crucial. Unlike top-down institutions that can be manipulated or dismantled, decentralized movements—led by communities, activists, and everyday citizens—can resist authoritarian overreach. Whether registering voters, exposing propaganda, protesting injustice, or demanding accountability from leaders, grassroots power is the most effective force against fascism.
Throughout history, people-powered resistance has stopped fascist movements in their tracks. The Civil Rights Movement in the U.S., the Solidarity movement in Poland, and the anti-apartheid struggle in South Africa succeeded because ordinary people refused to be silent. Their actions disrupted oppressive systems and forced change.
Today, we see echoes of past authoritarian threats. When politicians attack democracy, suppress voting rights, or vilify marginalized communities, they are laying the groundwork for 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 fight for one another we win.
Together, we can Resist and Champion Freedom Over Fascism
Here are today’s calls-to-action (timed they take about 3 minutes).
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Click here to Reject the Republican GOP Tax Proposal
Click here to Send a letter of support to President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Ukrainian leaders and soldiers, and the resilient people of Ukraine
Click here to Audit Elon Musk!
Click here to Become a Grassroots Co-sponsor of the Social Security Expansion Act of 2025
Click here to Say No Cuts to Social Security, Medicare, or Medicaid!
Click here to Stop This National Anti-Union Law!
Click here to Save NASA Now. Tell Congress: Don't Privatize America's Space Program
Click here to sign up for Rapid Response for Our Freedoms
Click here to sign up for Protest, Boycott, and General Strike
Together we can champion Progress and Power to the People
People Power United members are committed to championing progress and power to the people. We don't just complain; we do the work to make change happen.
Friends, this is a plea for help with our People Power United efforts. With our membership growing, we're building momentum, but we need your help to reach even more people—every bit of assistance counts. Together, we can make a difference!
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Now is the perfect time to reflect and recommit to our values:
✨ Together we can inspire change!
People Power United is a grassroots group of over 200,000+ members in all 50 states-powered by people like YOU. We champion progress and power to the people.
We believe in change because we make change happen.
Here’s what makes us special:
💡 Grassroots energy: No fundraising, no constant emails asking for donations.
📢 Impact through action: We believe in the possibility of change and do the work to make it happen. We don’t just complain, we make change happen!
Together we can drive progress!
In this community, we will never stay silent in the face of hate or bigotry. We will show up, speak out, and build power against racism, xenophobia, islamophobia, antisemitism, homophobia, misogyny, sexism, ageism, ableism, sizeism, elitism, transphobia, misogynoir, and every form of discrimination that seeks to divide and harm our community.
We believe:
Everyone deserves dignity —with access to housing, healthcare, and education.
Everyone deserves the opportunity to thrive — regardless of age, race, sex, sexual preference, preferred pronouns, religion, or employment status.
Everyone deserves safety—clean air and water, and communities free from gun violence.
Join us to build People Power! Together, we can protect and empower those we love, champion our rights, freedoms, and democracy, hold our leaders accountable to the people's will, and inspire voters to make a meaningful difference.
The power is in your hands. Let’s fight for freedom over fascism—because our future depends on it.
Join us to build People Power! Together, we can champion our rights, freedoms, and democracy, hold our leaders accountable to the people's will, and inspire voters to make a meaningful difference.
Laurie Woodward Garcia (paid with hugs and kisses, not bought by special interests)
Leader, People Power United
Representing America's largest grassroots organization with over 200,000+ members, driven entirely by the energy and commitment of everyday people. We are proudly 100% independent, powered by people—not special interests.
People Power United | In this community, we will always speak out against racism, xenophobia, Islamophobia, antisemitism, homophobia, misogyny, sexism, ageism, ableism, sizeism, elitism, transphobia, misogynoir, and bigotry! Check out our 2023 recap post to see how impactful our scrappy People Power United group is!
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