How can I ACT OUT?

*Things you can do now:

EVERY day: Call your elected representatives-- this may be the most effective way to make a political impact! 5calls.org can guide you through the process. Or if you'd prefer, you can FAX or email a message to Congress!
June-July: Don't let the Republicans get away with their draconian cuts to Medicaid, SNAP, and other essential programs, which would have devastating effects on the health of millions of Americans. On Wednesdays and Thursdays you can help Stop The Cuts! by participating in one of Indivisible's phone banks and calling voters in target states.
July 17th: Keep the momentum going! Whether you're tired of the administration blatantly ignoring our Constitution, or you're fed up with the attacks on free speech and voting rights, or you take objection to any of the other countless cruel and nonsensical policies of this highly inept administration, join the rest of America as we take to the streets to Make Good Trouble!
Looking for ways to fight climate injustice? Here are a few suggestions on how you can make a difference:
With so little transparency in what DOGE and the administration are doing with our data, it’s a good idea to take steps to protect your credit. This site will walk you through how to freeze (and unfreeze) your credit, and why and when this should be done.
Worried about what information DOGE has seized that pertains to YOU? As per the Freedom of Information Act, you can send a Privacy Act inquiry to DOGE, and they’re legally required to respond. Here’s the form and some background info.
Unhappy with how Federal employees are being treated? Go to PEER.org to sign petitions written by Public Employees for environmental responsibility.
The US President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) has been fighting the global HIV/AIDS epidemic for over 21 years, saving over 26 million lives. Send an email to Congress to request that they continue supporting this worthwhile program!
Dissolving USAID will lead to increased illness, starvation, and death in low income countries. Want to help fill the void and assist developing countries with building sustainable food sources? Check out Heifer International for ways that you can make a difference!
Shop your values! Check out this list of companies and where they stand on DEI to see which ones deserve more love and which ones you may want to avoid!
Shore up your emergency fund! Use this Emergency Fund Calculator to check you’ve got access to 3-6 months of living expenses easily available in case you’re impacted by uncertain economic conditions.
Check up on your friends and neighbors, and make sure they're okay. This is a lot, and some handle the stress less well than others.
!! Invite your like-minded friends and family to ACT OUT!
*Unless stated otherwise above, we have no direct affiliation with the sponsoring organizations of these activities, and we cannot vouch for them, nor can we ensure anyone's safety at these events. We're using our best judgment when selecting activities, but ultimately, it's up to you to determine how and when to act. We do not condone violence or unlawful behavior under any circumstances.
It's important to recognize that your voice and your actions can make a difference!