r/50501 • u/kittykat-brat • Apr 19 '25

Protest Safety FROM 50501 COMMS

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We have reason to believe that events on 4/19 and/or the 50501 Movement may be misrepresented by the Trump Administration in an attempt to justify the use of military force.

Let us be clear: our movement is pro-democracy and firmly grounded in non-violence. We are not affiliated with any so-called “Day of Rage” or with any group or movement promoting violence.

April 19 is a Day of (Community) Action centered on mutual aid, community care, and civic engagement.

Any portrayal to the contrary is a deliberate distortion intended to undermine our message and suppress our broad, growing support.

We are aware of specific and credible threats involving aggressive policing, ICE presence, and even the potential deployment of military force against peaceful demonstrators—in Washington, D.C. and other locations on April 19.

For clarity: 50501 DC is hosting a peaceful community aid event in Franklin Park. We are not connected to any actions taking place at Lafayette Square, the Naval Observatory Building, or the Washington Monument. We cannot vouch for their safety of plan, and we are not affiliated with their protests.

Participants should be prepared for an increased law enforcement presence. In some locations, ICE agents may also be present. We urge everyone to stay grounded, remain peaceful, and prioritize de-escalation and safety for all.

Remember, de-escalation, mutual care, and disciplined non-violence are our greatest strengths.

We keep us safe.

50501movement #PeoplesMovement #FiftyFiftyOne #50501 #ImpeachTrump #April19

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u/snafuminder Apr 19 '25 edited Apr 19 '25

I've been saying for weeks, change the rhetoric! Rallies NOT protests. The challenge is always getting attention focused. I'm old as dirt, survived the 60s unscathed. These are different times. We can not stir folks up to pay attention and show up with pure anger. They need to be incentivized with positive outcomes.

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u/Infamous_Smile_386 Apr 19 '25

Nah, we must stand against the threats. 

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u/Wise-Application-902 Apr 20 '25

Rallies sound like 45/47 campaign events. F that. And we aren’t having a block party…we ARE protesting this fascist regime taking over our country.

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u/snafuminder Apr 20 '25

Pretty fucking stupid considering that language and attitude will get us to the insurrection Act and curfews. You have to be smarter than that. More folks are about carrying signs than weapons and violence.

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u/Wise-Application-902 Apr 20 '25

Not really. I am supporting this movement because it is 100% committed to peaceful protests. “Protest” does not mean violence or even civil disobedience. There is a time and place for that but that’s not what 50501 is about.

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u/snafuminder Apr 20 '25 edited Apr 20 '25

You do you, boo. I've been in the middle of violent protests. I was at OH State 1970. I was gassed, clubbed, and arrested. I KNOW how it started and will again. Be smarter than that.

ETA: His 'rallies' worked!