You always seem to have all the answers. What do we do to stop Trump? I feel helpless. I know of the elections in November for Senate, Congress, etc. what can we do in the meantime?
I took this question really seriously, so I asked my parents to help me answer this. Here is what my dad said:Ā
Here is what my mom said:Ā
First of all, I am sorry for referring to you asĀ ākidā to my folks. It was just a shorthand I used for them to understand in a simple way that I think you are someone younger than they are. They are professors/teachers, and are often tasked with communicating effectively with young people. (also, sorry if my dad misgendered you? I guess kid = boy in his head)
Next: Yes. To what my parents said. When I feel helpless I often turn to them because they are so blisteringly smart and compassionate, and if I seem strong and like I have all the answers, itās because I come from an incredibly supportive family. I wanted to share that with you.Ā
Furthermore, staying informed in the time of āalternative factsā is an act of resistance. Knowing is half the battle. Thereās an app called Countable that will keep you informed of the latest developments in your local government and issues you care about.Ā
Because our representatives are firmly planted in the last century, online activism doesnāt cut through the noise to themābut phone calls do. Here is a website called 5calls.org that helps you make those calls with a script, and is especially effective if you (like me) have social anxiety.Ā
Here is a greatĀ āStop Trumpā reading list that @batlordart compiled.Ā
Donāt focus on a mountainous goal like āstopping Trumpā and instead expend your energy on things that will make you happier and healthier.
Thriving is our first act of resistance.
Donāt despair. I could vibrate with the conviction of how fiercely I believe it: we will get through this.
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