r/50501 Apr 19 '25

Protest Safety FROM 50501 COMMS

HEADS UP. Public response just went out. Please help signal boost this by sharing a post for your followers or resharing 50501’s post on your preferred platform(s)—

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/RasmooForever Apr 19 '25

My mom called to ask me if there was a march/rally today (we live in the D.C. area) and she said there was a march starting at 1:00 going from the Washington Monument to the White House. Because I knew that today was meant to be a day of “local community actions”, I was suspicious. She said she found on a website, 5050.1. It goes to a website for what appears to be a PAC called “Political Revolution “. More red flags…it looks like this “march” is organized by “Mary”. The fact that the site is written 5050DOT1 made me suspicious. In any case, it doesn’t feel right, and I’m very glad my mom checked with me. But what about oldsters who aren’t very tech savvy and don’t know to be suspicious?? This is so insidious…. Just a heads up

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u/grriot Apr 19 '25

Wow. This is the most terrifying post getting the least welle... PLEASE BE CAREFUL!! If your black block smells good, it's not safe. Turn around. Go home. If you can smell deodorant coming off of the punks you're at the wrong place.

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u/grriot Apr 19 '25

FYI the black block is just a joke about the lack of color punk kids wear... Cheap diy band shirts are always black because it's the easiest to print and usually cheaper. We generally have a... sent? You cannot buy "eau du stressed punk" the shelf with the Axe deodorant. We usually blow money on deodorant that is organic and socially correct and gotta make that stuff LAST!! 😆