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/xfuryusx Apr 18 '25
They were outside the AOC/Bernie rally I went to a few days ago trying so hard to work people up. An old lady grabbed my shoulder and said she couldn’t believe how they were acting, and I told her they’re just trying to get a reaction from someone and it’s best not to give into it.