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Hal Pillinger's avatar

I have what I believe is a good idea for an effective action of civil disobedience against this corrupt government intent on stealing our money. We should stop giving them our money! It's time for a massive, well organized tax revolt with millions of us refusing to file/pay federal taxes. I would like to use your organization to promote and support this action and make it strong enough to overwhelm the system and prevent them from going after any one individual. I'm interested in hearing your opinion of my idea and any ideas you have on the best way to proceed.

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Laurie Woodward Garcia's avatar

Hi Hal. I have heard that mentioned before. I hear you, I am not sure we are at that point yet. I would be more likely to urge people to file extensions if they could. Also keep in mind many people look forward to their tax refunds.

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Hal Pillinger's avatar

Thank you for your prompt response. I'm disappointed to hear that you're not sure we are at the point of drastic action because I'm afraid the criminal enemies of democracy are way beyond that point and they are overwhelming any possibility of stopping and beating back their assault. I feel that time is of essence and that our resistance is falling woefully short. I'm hopeful that you'll reconsider.

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Robert G Rains's avatar

I have some questions.

I understand that the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has halted much of its work to investigate and penalize corporate wrongdoing. Wasn’t the CFPB authorized and funded by Congress? If so, does President Trump have the authority to halt much of its work and effectively disband it? Is a group of lawyers (e.g., the ACLU or the Lawyers Committee for Civil Rights Under Law) planning to file a lawsuit? If they are requesting contributions, can you provide to all your readers the name of the group and the address to which donations can be mailed?

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Laurie Woodward Garcia's avatar

Great suggestion: If you’d like to send a check to the ACLU, please address it to the ACLU c/o the Gift Processing Department, 125 Broad Street, 18th Floor, New York, NY 10004. Please designate if it is a gift to the American Civil Liberties Union

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Big Russ Utoat's avatar

The thing is we do not hear about you. It is not the time to be silent. Get on the news, tell your story to as people will take a second look at what you are doing and why.

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Dax Jac's avatar

Nothing but a bunch of lying freaks !! History will not kind to this vagabond of ineptness!!

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Anne  Weinkauf's avatar

When when when will you be fighting the takeover of the USAID office and OPM?????????????

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Laurie Woodward Garcia's avatar

Here is the link that we shared on our post: 📢 Join us on Wednesday night for our event:

Rapid Response for Our Freedoms: Stop Project 2025 https://www.mobilize.us/peoplepowerunited/event/692184/ we will be sharing actions for our members to take.

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Big Russ Utoat's avatar

Now do it and make people take notice. In other words some shock and awe. Would do good now.

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John Young's avatar

The Oath of Office seems to be a LIFETIME commitment to defending the US Constitution that includes but extends beyond any exit from the Office in question.

At a minimum, there should be an official, public, legal announcement document submitted by anyone before they take any actions against the US Constitution beyond seeking or supporting amendments to the Constitution.

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kevin oldham's avatar

Does anyone have any solid info on the 50 in 50 in 1 rallies that I hear are happening in all State Capitols on 2/5 at noon? I've seen only very limited info.

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Sarah C. Jones's avatar

My understanding is that two states have pulled permits: Colorado and Vermont. That's about all I know.

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Laurie Woodward Garcia's avatar

We've been receiving questions about a rapid response event calling for protests in all 50 states. We want to be clear: we don’t amplify anything we can’t verify. There’s no shortage of bad actors—link baiters, foreign trolls, and others—trying to sow division. What’s also concerning is that no reputable coalition or organization has stepped up to support or lead this effort. While we fully support people-powered actions, a Reddit thread without names, photos, or contact information raises red flags. That said, we sincerely hope it’s a real, safe, and productive event.

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kevin oldham's avatar

Thanks Laurie. I've been to many marches and rallies and they all had detailed info published online.

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Laurie Woodward Garcia's avatar

Me too. Again it is troubling that no orgs are stepping up. Appears be coming from a reddit thread from a bluesky account.

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kevin oldham's avatar

Thanks. My Capitol is a 2.5 hour drive. I'd like to go, but I haven't seen any real info about Harrisburg PA. I'll keep looking.

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Coach Cher's avatar

"If you know the enemy and know yourself, you need not fear the result of a hundred battles. If you know yourself but not the enemy, for every victory gained you will also suffer defeat. If you know neither the enemy nor yourself, you will succumb in every battle."

We know who he is - We know who we are. Let's hold the line.

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Tina edmondson's avatar

Absolutely Spot On my friend! I cannot think of a better way to describe this very moment . Thank you !

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Gail's avatar

stealing your links, Lydia! <3

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