Lately lots of folks have been sharing this video of this amazing young woman Emma Gonzalez confronting NRA spokesperson Dana Loesch. As an experienced organizer, I want to draw your attention to two …
Take a Breath
A friend of a friend posted a great statement on Facebook about taking a breather. It's worth repeating: Sometimes music requires players or singers to hold a note longer than they actually can hold a …
Finding Steady Ground
Finding Steady Ground has a great list of 7 behaviors to strengthen our spirits to thrive and resist. In particular, I love the wisdom in #5... Highlights: Choose when and where to get your …
Up With Community Announcing: Brass Tacks – You ask, We answer
This doesn't happen often. Got a question about organizing? Want some mentoring from an experienced grassroots organizer? Check Up with Community's Brass Tacks - Where you can ask your most …
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5 Things Yoga Taught Me About Activism
We're talking about self-care here at Bread and Roses. Part of my self-care routine is exercise--some regular yoga at the very least. Now, if I played basketball I probably could be writing a similar …
“If You Could Go Back” by Danny Bryck
I know, I know If you could go back you would walk with Jesus You would march with King Maybe assassinate Hitler At least hide Jews in your basement It would all be clear to you But people then, just …
In Elegant Riposte to Trump’s Travel Order, MoMA Installs Works by Artists From Banned Muslim Countries | ARTnews
"Acting quickly and wisely, MoMA has managed a feat that is far too rare in the museum world: it has made its collection a living, breathing thing, responsive to current events, and ready to educate …
Redefining Balance in Parenting and Activism: A Guide for Social Justice Families – Medium
Source: Redefining Balance in Parenting and Activism: A Guide for Social Justice Families – Medium I posted this yesterday to our Facebook page. As a parent this resonates a hella lot, but there is …
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Hive Mind: A Conversation with Sage Hayes and Nicola Chin of Up With Community
You GUYS. The world works in such magical ways. I launched this blog a few days ago, and then I re-stumbled over this HIVE conversation with Sage Hayes and Nicola Chin of Up With Community. I had …
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