What’s next after No Kings?
With a hugely successful No Kings 3 Day behind us, the natural thing to ask is “What’s Next?” We know that protest is an important tactic but we need to take the momentum we created on March 28th and use it collectively to continue to stand against the Trump regime.
That’s just what we’re going to do on Friday, May 1st – International Workers Day – a day when workers come together to celebrate labor solidarity and to push for progress. Indivisible is supporting May Day Strong in a day of non-cooperation that means No School, No Work, No Shopping to demonstrate national support for
- Taxing the rich so that our families, not their fortunes, come first
- ICE out: no unchecked federal enforcement power in our communities
- Expand democracy, not corporate control; defend free and fair elections
Indivisible WA8 is working on a May Day plan now so save the date, and we’ll have more information soon.
In the meantime, there are actions to take on the national, state and local level – whether that is using your time, talent or treasure. Read on for a few things for this week!
National What’s Next Call (recording)
Support Indivisible’s Champions for Change
We know that the only true way to stop the damage the Trump regime is causing is by stopping politics as usual. Unfortunately, we have seen over and over again that there are Democrats in safe blue seats that have taken a “go along to get along” stance in their votes rather than fight back. It is often said that “you get the politicians [or government] you deserve” and now is the time to show that we deserve better.
This is why Indivisible National is supporting local Indivisible groups in true blue districts in their efforts to elect fighters that are stepping forward to run against incumbent Democrats. So far, 5 candidates have been endorsed in Colorado, Illinois, Minnesota, Georgia, and New York. Read more about why primaries and endorsements are important as well as find out more about each of the candidates. Then, sign up with their campaigns so you’ll be in the loop for opportunities to help as their primary elections get closer and, if you’re able, make a contribution to support their work.
We know the Trump administration has plans to purchase and convert warehouses across the country into mass detention facilities — and communities are already fighting back. On Saturday, April 25th, the coalition for Communities Not Cages National Day of Action will show up in defense of immigrants through hosting non-violent and peaceful local actions.
Ahead of that, on Tuesday, April 14th at 5:00 p.m., join Indivisible, Detention Watch Network, and Disappeared in America for a one-hour national training call where you will learn the tactics and strategies to host peaceful actions in defense of immigrants in your community. This call is for everyone, including those who live near an existing or proposed site. On this call, you will hear directly from organizers at a frontline site about what they’re planning and get an overview and resources to host a safe, effective event in your community.
Join us in solidarity with the Communities Not Cages coalition at our regular Saturday protest at NW Sammamish and 10th Ave near Pickering Barn. More information will be coming soon about plans for the National Day of Action on April 25.
With the recent executive order regarding a national list of voters and restrictions on mail-in voting, there is reason for concern but it’s also important to be informed on just what it means and how it may affect us in Washington state.
This type of unconstitutional overreach is just one reason why it is so important to have a blue trifecta and a State Attorney General that stands up for residents of Washington. On Friday, our state, along with 23 others, filed an action in federal court to challenge the executive order.
For more information about these threats to voting in WA state this election cycle, you can join this webinar hosted by Free Washington Project and Standing for Democracy.
Two key questions will be explored:
- What threats does the Trump Administration currently pose to our elections?
- How can we organize to protect our vote against these threats here in Washington State?
Speakers will include
- Nick Brown-Washington State Attorney General
- Cherika Carter-Secretary Treasurer of the Washington State Labor Council, AFL-CIO
- Charles Douglas III-Executive Director of Common Power
- David Montes-ACLU-Washington Staff Attorney
- and more.
When: Wednesday, April 8 6:30-8:00pm
Act locally – Take the Sound Transit Light Rail Survey
As important as acting against the Trump regime is, it is just as important to pay attention to local issues. And, an argument could be made that your voice is even more effective when you use it close to home.
With a current $34.5 billion dollar shortage, Sound Transit is considering canceling the light rail extension to Issaquah and is looking for input from residents who live within the Sound Transit district. This would affect accessibility to the entire Puget Sound area – not just those in Issaquah, but also people in Sammamish, Maple Valley, North Bend, and Snoqualmie, and other nearby cities. Last week, Issaquah Mayor Mark Mullet and Councilmembers Kelly Jiang and Kevin Nichols laid out their suggestions for why the Issaquah light rail is important and how to make it more affordable.
Read more about the efforts to save the Issaquah light rail and please let Sound Transit know how you would prioritize investments in regional transit. The survey is quick (5-7 minutes to complete) and is a great opportunity to tell Sound Transit that we want light rail in Issaquah!
