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Civics lesson! We have to refuse the removal of our rights:

US Declaration of Independence
https://www.archives.gov/founding-docs/declaration-transcript

US Constitution
https://www.archives.gov/founding-docs/constitution-transcript

If you're looking for resistance events abroad, start here: DA Resists! - Democrats Abroad.

#resistance

In this episode, we unpack the meaning and momentum of No Kings Day, a worldwide call to reject authoritarianism, white supremacy, and political violence. We look at what it meant to take to the streets on June 14th — or simply to witness it from afar — and how that energy carries forward.

We also dissect Trump’s military-themed “Birthday Parade” in Washington, D.C. — a calculated spectacle with deeply concerning signals. We examine the symbolism, timing, and why it demands a strong, unified response.

What You’ll Hear:

• Crowd estimates and firsthand accounts from No Kings Day and No Tyrants actions worldwide
  
  
• Emotional and political impact of mass mobilization
  
  
• How to stay grounded in activism without burning out
  
  
• The dangerous normalization of militarism in U.S. politics
  
  
• The role of global Black voices in resisting fascism and fear
  
  
• Real strategies for building resilience and reclaiming power
  
  

Key Questions We Explore:

• What happens emotionally after such a big moment of resistance?
  
  
• How do we balance visibility and safety in an era of political retaliation?
  
  
• What are we teaching the next generation about democracy, dissent, and dignity?
  
  

Links & Resources:

• 🗺️ Learn more: nokings.org
  
  
• 🌍 Connect with the Global Black Caucus: democratsabroad.org/blackcaucus
  
  

🎧 Subscribe + Share:
Listen wherever you get your podcasts. Follow, rate, and share this episode with your crew—because power shared is power multiplied.

In this episode, we unpack the meaning and momentum of No Kings Day, a worldwide call to reject authoritarianism, white supremacy, and political violence. We look at what it meant to take to the streets on June 14th — or simply to witness it from afar — and how that energy carries forward.

We also dissect Trump’s military-themed “Birthday Parade” in Washington, D.C. — a calculated spectacle with deeply concerning signals. We examine the symbolism, timing, and why it demands a strong, unified response.

What You’ll Hear:

• Crowd estimates and firsthand accounts from No Kings Day and No Tyrants actions worldwide
  
  
• Emotional and political impact of mass mobilization
  
  
• How to stay grounded in activism without burning out
  
  
• The dangerous normalization of militarism in U.S. politics
  
  
• The role of global Black voices in resisting fascism and fear
  
  
• Real strategies for building resilience and reclaiming power
  
  

Key Questions We Explore:

• What happens emotionally after such a big moment of resistance?
  
  
• How do we balance visibility and safety in an era of political retaliation?
  
  
• What are we teaching the next generation about democracy, dissent, and dignity?
  
  

Links & Resources:

• 🗺️ Learn more: nokings.org
  
  
• 🌍 Connect with the Global Black Caucus: democratsabroad.org/blackcaucus
  
  

🎧 Subscribe + Share:
Listen wherever you get your podcasts. Follow, rate, and share this episode with your crew—because power shared is power multiplied.