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Nonviolent movements are statistically more effective at combatting authoritarianism than violent resistance. Anyone can engage in nonviolent action: from quiet acts of disruption to consumer … [Read more...] about Nonviolent Action Resources and Training
Authoritarianism: How You Know It When You See It
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Race and Democracy
Within the broad ecosystem of social change in the US, we often find a lack of alignment between racial justice and pro-democracy agendas. At best, there are siloed efforts of potential allies—and at … [Read more...] about Race and Democracy
Understanding Pillars of Support
In both the United States and abroad, political leaders have undermined democratic institutions and norms as part of a nearly two-decade global trend of rising authoritarianism. To challenge these … [Read more...] about Understanding Pillars of Support
Sensemaking
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