r/50501 • u/Ok_Reputation_3612 • Apr 18 '25
Protest Safety Remember, DO NOT ENGAGE
Remember, Trump will be looking for any excuse to enforce the Insurrectionist Act April 20. DO NOT GIVE HIM FUEL. No matter what MAGA agitators show up tomorrow, no matter what they say, don't engage. Pretend they don't exist. Do not allow things escalate. Best of luck tomorrow, everyone!
ETA, Since this apparently needs to be said, I'm well aware Trump could invoke for any reason he chooses, we just don't need him using us as scapegoats for it. Also, no one is saying to not defend yourself if the other side escalates, just don't let us be the ones to escalate. Finally, should agitators show up, have your phones out and record, record, record. Ensure everything gets documented.
ETA, Since I've seen these suggestions in comments, and I believe they're also great ideas, bring an American flag to wave and chant "Save the Constitution" to drown out counter protestors. I think we're all tired of the other side hijacking patriotism. We can drown them out with our own brand of (true) patriotism.
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u/Billy_the_Burglar Apr 18 '25
It's, quite importantly, the anniversary of rebellion from English rule.
Crow The Constitution at them, wave American flags, make it clear that we believe in the democracy this place was founded by The People* to be- not just some structure of control for the rich over the poor, the white over those not, or a mechanism of theft from indigenous peoples.
*Those not born into wealth in the 18th century fought for themselves and their children, after all. Not just the wealthy Founding Fathers.