Peaceful Protest

MAGA’s “Violent Treason” Claims: How to Show Saturday’s Protests Differ

Trump’s allies are attempting to label the “No Kings” marches as “Hate America” rallies, associating them with violence and treason. This smear campaign aims to silence dissent and potentially incite civilian paramilitaries. The administration has declared a war on “antifa” which may lead to escalated policing crackdowns and could even invoke the Insurrection Act. The organizers of the event, including Indivisible, are committed to nonviolence and detailed information on running legal and safe events. The true objective of the protests is to challenge the administration’s narrative and demonstrate the peaceful exercise of democratic rights.

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3. 5% of Protestors Could Force Policy Changes, Study Suggests

How Peaceful Protest by Just 3.5 Percent of Americans Could Force Major Policy Changes From the Trump Administration

The idea that a relatively small percentage of the population could trigger significant policy shifts might sound far-fetched, but history suggests otherwise. The concept, often discussed, hinges on the power of sustained, nonviolent action, as some analysts have pointed out. The core idea is this: if just 3.5% of the American population actively participates in consistent, disruptive protests, it could potentially force the Trump administration to make significant concessions.

This doesn’t mean a one-off march, a polite gathering, or a fleeting social media trend.… Continue reading