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We (the People) Dissent

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We (the People) Dissent is a bulletin board and journal. It is a collection of information, stories, and announcements on upcoming acts of resistance—protests, boycotts, call campaigns, and strikes.

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We (the People) Dissent @wethepeopledissent.bsky.social · 12/05/2026
Have you heard about the D-Day protests by @visibilitybrigade on June 6? Likely not. 📅 WHEN? June 9 📍 WHERE? Across the US open.substack.com/pub/thepeopl...
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The Fight for Democracy: Take These Steps
As the midterms approach, never has civil action been more necessary. Discover upcoming protests and
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We (the People) Dissent @wethepeopledissent.bsky.social · 05/05/2026
📣 Minnesota bill SF 4067 passed the Senate!!! It brings the state one step closer to making schools safer and putting in place laws to curb gun violence. It moves on to the house. Well done, Minnesotans.
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We (the People) Dissent @wethepeopledissent.bsky.social · 05/05/2026
This is just your friendly reminder to check your voter registration.
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We (the People) Dissent @wethepeopledissent.bsky.social · 25/02/2026
Here’s hope! This map displays over 1,000 student-led protests that have taken place in 2026. 1 0 0 0 + That is 9% of the 12,200 protests this year. Read about the pushback our students are facing: open.substack.com/pub/thepeopl...
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We (the People) Dissent @wethepeopledissent.bsky.social · 24/02/2026
Denver’s mayor is inviting the US Women’s Hockey Team to the city for an Olympic championship parade. THIS is an act of protest. Well done Denver.
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We (the People) Dissent @wethepeopledissent.bsky.social · 23/02/2026
The people of Chicago just named a snowplow Abolish ICE. ☠️ Chef’s kiss, Chicago.
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We (the People) Dissent @wethepeopledissent.bsky.social · 20/02/2026
RESISTANCE NUMBERS There were 55,000 protests in 2025. There have been 11,843 in 2026. There have been more protests in the first seven weeks of 2026, than there were in the 17 weeks of 2025. But wait…
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We (the People) Dissent @wethepeopledissent.bsky.social · 19/02/2026
The resistance is rising. Share these numbers.
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We (the People) Dissent @wethepeopledissent.bsky.social · 19/02/2026
There were 131 protests today. Take heart… and hold onto hope. Fine one.
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10,200+ Protests and Rising: Get Involved THIS WEEK
Find this week's comprehensive list of protests, rallies, and calls to action, as well as information on national campaigns
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We (the People) Dissent @wethepeopledissent.bsky.social · 18/02/2026
Last night, an unidentified person set Renee Good’s memorial on fire. But we’re the violent ones. Right.
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We (the People) Dissent @wethepeopledissent.bsky.social · 17/02/2026
I record protest. In fact, I keep one of the most exhaustive databases in the U.S. And… Republicans ought to be worried. There have been over 10,300 protest this year, and there hasn’t been a single day with less than 100 protests since January 22. The resistance is rising.
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10,200+ Protests and Rising: Get Involved THIS WEEK
Find this week's comprehensive list of protests, rallies, and calls to action, as well as information on national campaigns
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We (the People) Dissent @wethepeopledissent.bsky.social · 16/02/2026
Word on the ground in Minneapolis is… No. ICE is not leaving. There are reports of dozens of vehicles leaving the headquarters. People are still being taken. The community is under occupation. Spread the word.
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Indivisible ❌👑 @indivisible.org · 16/02/2026
Our job right now is to make sure Democrats keep up the fight to get ICE Out For Good and Republicans agree to a DHS funding bill that protects our communities and civil rights.
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Tell Your Members of Congress: Halt the ICE Terror Machine
On January 24, federal forces with the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) killed Alex Pretti in Minneapolis. This was just over two weeks after the killing of Renee Good. These killings are a direc...
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We (the People) Dissent @wethepeopledissent.bsky.social · 16/02/2026
The budget of detaining immigrants is $14 billion - $5.75 billion more than the budget for the entire federal prison system. They’re not providing beds (in some locations), healthy food, access to attorneys, proper healthcare, etc. They call it security when, in fact, it’s a scam.
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We (the People) Dissent @wethepeopledissent.bsky.social · 16/02/2026
Pssst… Did you know that tomorrow is citizens impeachment day? Thousands of people in every state will be visiting their representative’s offices, protesting, or attending town halls. Find a location or head to your reps office to call for impeachment.
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Demand Action on February 17th - Citizens' Impeachment
Join us for a National Day of Lobbying! Donald Trump is a treasonous tyrant. He and his enablers must be impeached, convicted, and removed.
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We (the People) Dissent @wethepeopledissent.bsky.social · 15/02/2026
Shhhh… don’t tell Threads this (it doesn’t like these stats), but there have been more protests in the last 10 days then there were in the entire month of February last year. 2088 v 1984 We won’t go back. open.substack.com/pub/thepeopl...
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10,200+ Protests and Rising: Get Involved THIS WEEK
Find this week's comprehensive list of protests, rallies, and calls to action, as well as information on national campaigns
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We (the People) Dissent @wethepeopledissent.bsky.social · 15/02/2026
When we will starts calling deportation flights human trafficking? They’re moving people to other states without due process so a private prison can charge the US government to detain them. It’s trafficking. Full stop.
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We (the People) Dissent @wethepeopledissent.bsky.social · 15/02/2026
Let this sink in… They are converting warehouses intended to store goods into facilities to hold people. If this doesn’t shout how they view people, I don’t know what else does.
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We (the People) Dissent @wethepeopledissent.bsky.social · 15/02/2026
Facts that our President don’t want you to hear: There have been more protests in first 7 weeks of this year than there were in January through mid-April of last year. The student protest count has risen past 1,000. In February, there hasn’t been a single day with less than 100 protests.
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10,200+ Protests and Rising: Get Involved THIS WEEK
Find this week's comprehensive list of protests, rallies, and calls to action, as well as information on national campaigns
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We (the People) Dissent @wethepeopledissent.bsky.social · 28/01/2026
No Kings III March 28 Let’s make it 11 million.
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We (the People) Dissent @wethepeopledissent.bsky.social · 26/01/2026
I keep a database of protests and report on them, and I need you to listen. In one year, we have built a movement that began with tens of thousands last February. It’s grown to millions. This month, I have recorded over 6,000 protests. Last Janaury, there were 1,900 There are more of us.
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We the People Dissent | K. Starling | Substack
Boycotts, strikes, protests, and phone calls—We can make our voices heard. At We (the People) Dissent, I gather and publish lists of ways everyday Americans can stand together. Click to read We the ...
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We (the People) Dissent @wethepeopledissent.bsky.social · 23/01/2026
🚨 GOOD NEWS 🚨 I keep a database of civil resistance actions. I estimate that there will be 5,880+ protests in Janaury. That’s over double the numbers recorded in January 2025. That count is higher than the counts of eight other months last year. We are not the minority.
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220+ Cities Stand with Minnesota: Is Yours?
Protest TODAY with Minnesota or discover other actions you can take this week
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We (the People) Dissent @wethepeopledissent.bsky.social · 23/01/2026
Using water canons against people in -40 degree weather is lethal force. Context: Indivisible Twin Cities is sharing that 🧊 is prepping them to use today to use at the detention center.
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We (the People) Dissent @wethepeopledissent.bsky.social · 20/01/2026
There are 481 protests and rallies today. Most are a part of the Free America Walkout. Be bold today. Every act of resistance brings us one step closer to freedom.
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We (the People) Dissent @wethepeopledissent.bsky.social · 17/01/2026
There were 99 protests today! There are 437 this weekend. Don't believe the lies. There. Are. More. Of. Us.
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📆 Restrict ICE, Walkouts, & More: Resist this Week
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We (the People) Dissent @wethepeopledissent.bsky.social · 13/01/2026
There are 103 protests scheduled today. There are 1,700 this week. January is smashing last year’s records. open.substack.com/pub/thepeopl...
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📆 How to Resist this Week (ICE Out, Vigils, and Walk Outs)
Welcome!
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We (the People) Dissent @wethepeopledissent.bsky.social · 10/01/2026
They don’t want you to know this, but… … there are over 1,100 protests over the next two days. There’s one in every state. They are in deep red areas. They are in small towns. Most of these were planned in less than 24 hours. The people are taking their power back.
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📆 How to Resist this Week (ICE Out, Vigils, and Walk Outs)
Welcome!
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We (the People) Dissent @wethepeopledissent.bsky.social · 04/01/2026
In about 100 U.S. cities today, the people called for no war in Venezuela. Over 50 demonstrations are planned for tomorrow. We, the people, are our best hope. open.substack.com/pub/thepeopl...
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Dear Future Historians: Today was the Day the U.S. Attacked Venezuela
After U.S. strikes on Venezuela, Americans across the country mobilized to cry for accountability and peace.
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We (the People) Dissent @wethepeopledissent.bsky.social · 27/12/2025
These 10 states hosted the most protests, rallies, demonstrations, and vigils this year. California | 8,919 New York | 4,044 Massachusetts | 3,868 Washington | 2,957 Wisconson | 2,026 Pennslyvania | 1,804 Maine | 1,798 Texas | 1,708 Oregon | 1,679 Florida | 1,667
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We (the People) Dissent @wethepeopledissent.bsky.social · 25/12/2025
There are 55,000 pro-democracy protests documented in 2025. The nation is its people, and the people are rising. open.substack.com/pub/thepeopl...
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We (the People) Dissent @wethepeopledissent.bsky.social · 23/12/2025
By censoring the 60 Minutes broadcast, they’ve ensured it will be the most watched episode this year. (I mean, that wasn’t their plan, but it’s an excellent one)
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We (the People) Dissent @wethepeopledissent.bsky.social · 13/12/2025
Have you heard that there is a national walkout planned for next month? Probably not. On January 20, Women’s March is calling on millions of Americans to walk out of their jobs and their schools in protest. Mark your calendars. open.substack.com/pub/thepeopl...
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ARX⚡️501 @50501arkansas.bsky.social · 10/12/2025
12/10 | LITTLE ROCK, AR 🧊#FrozenSilence PWEEKLY PROTEST We stand against the chilling effect of inaction and kidnappings.Our voices will not be iced. Time to bring the fire. 🔥 🛒 CONTINUE THE BOYCOTT Hit corporate profits.Support local & community care. 💙 To the streets! 🪧 #ARX501
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We (the People) Dissent @wethepeopledissent.bsky.social · 10/12/2025
Articles of Impeachment against Hegseth AND RFK in one day?!?! Rep. Thanedar (MI) introduced Articles of Impeachment against Hegseth today after Stevens (MI) introduced them agains RFK. Way to go Michigan!!! 👏👏👏
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We (the People) Dissent @wethepeopledissent.bsky.social · 10/12/2025
“The radical left is corrupting the youth.” Ma’am, most teachers don’t even have time to use the restroom, and have 45 minutes to teach an hour’s worth of content. They do not have time, nor the energy, to corrupt anyone.
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We (the People) Dissent @wethepeopledissent.bsky.social · 09/12/2025
The Acting Director of ICE has demanded that St. Susana Parish in Dedham, MA to remove this display. The church has incurred several one star reviews for their stance. Even the Archdiocese of Boston has condemned it. And yet, they refuse. Well done St. Susanna. 👏👏👏
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The Cracks are Spreading—Stories of Hope from last Week
Trump likes to project power.
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We (the People) Dissent @wethepeopledissent.bsky.social · 01/12/2025
This timeline makes the Upside Down feel like a holiday. (This is an actual tweet by the Secretary of Defense)
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We (the People) Dissent @wethepeopledissent.bsky.social · 27/11/2025
Heretic Coffee in Portland, OR has served 2000 free breakfasts to their community in 31 days. This is joyful resistance—breath-taking beauty in the face of the cruelty of this administration.
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A Burrito and a Coffee with a Side of Dignity
Heretic Coffee—an unconventional nonprofit serving warm drinks all while relieving food scarcity.
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We (the People) Dissent @wethepeopledissent.bsky.social · 22/11/2025
Marjorie Taylor Greene has announced via X that she is stepping down from congress on January 5. It’s a Christmas miracle come early!!!
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We (the People) Dissent @wethepeopledissent.bsky.social · 21/11/2025
86 Democrats decried the “horrors” of socialism. All assistance is socialism. Public education is socialism. Public libraries are socialism. National parks are socialism. Public utilities are socialism. Veteran services are socialism. Socialism isn’t the big bad wolf.
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We (the People) Dissent @wethepeopledissent.bsky.social · 21/11/2025
It’s no coincidence that the degrees slated to receive less assistance are largely in fields dominated by women. This is about gender. Full stop. It’s the patriarchy pickpocketing women for its own gain.
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We (the People) Dissent @wethepeopledissent.bsky.social · 18/11/2025
In September, the CR to release the Epstein files needed one more signature. For two months, it sat, waiting for the Rep. Grijalva. Today, it passed the House and Senate almost unanimously. This is why we protest - to march justice forward.
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We (the People) Dissent @wethepeopledissent.bsky.social · 18/11/2025
Kids are skipping school in North Carolina because they fear arrests by ICE. Remind me again, how is this making us great? From my standpoint, it’s just making us like 1939 Germany.
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We (the People) Dissent @wethepeopledissent.bsky.social · 14/11/2025
Did you know that there’s a massive blackout planned for Thanksgiving through Cyber Monday? Probably not. We Ain’t Buying That November 27-December 1 Main Targets: Amazon, Target, and Home Depot Starve the corporations. open.substack.com/pub/thepeopl...
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30,000 Rallies, Eight Months: 2025 is Poised to Break Records
Add your voice—show up, boycott, and help push the movement forward this week.
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We (the People) Dissent @wethepeopledissent.bsky.social · 14/11/2025
In the 8 months I have been keeping a weekly list of protests, I have recorded about 30,000 protests. 30,000 in 8 months. And the number of weekly protests is growing.
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30,000 Rallies, Eight Months: 2025 is Poised to Break Records
Add your voice—show up, boycott, and help push the movement forward this week.
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We (the People) Dissent @wethepeopledissent.bsky.social · 13/11/2025
Now, for some good news... Yesterday, at over 150 locations across the US, veterans and their neighbors rose. In Chicago, 300 marched through downtown. In Portland, they held a silent vigil and left flowers outside of an ICE facility. In Seattle, their banners read, "VETS SAY NO OATHS TO TRUMP."
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Vets Say No — A Veteran's Day Wrap Up
If you have stories from dissent this past weekend or story tips, share them on my website. And please, don’t forget to like and subscribe.
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We (the People) Dissent @wethepeopledissent.bsky.social · 12/11/2025
Congratulations Adelita Grijalva!!!!! Glad you will be representing the people of AZ!
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We (the People) Dissent @wethepeopledissent.bsky.social · 12/11/2025
When the files are released and the Speaker Johnson pretends to be shocked, we ask, “Then why did you block their release?”
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We (the People) Dissent @wethepeopledissent.bsky.social · 12/11/2025
“She introduced me to him with a clear message of (pause) my… being (pause) with him in the same way that she had trafficked me and brought me to Jefferey Epstein.” - Anouska De Georgiou, Epstein Survivor The pauses tell the story.
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We (the People) Dissent @wethepeopledissent.bsky.social · 11/11/2025
A win in Utah!!! A judge tossed a map that sought to crack Salt Lake. “According to KSL, the District Judge Dianna Gibson, called the legislative map an ‘extreme partisan outlier’ that illegally gave Republicans an advantage.” Source: ow.ly/suKu50XpVtS
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Utah judge selects new congressional map, tossing map drawn by lawmakers
A judge has thrown out a new U.S. congressional map passed by the Republican-led legislature in favor of an alternative map.
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