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Activism
YES! Media’s coverage of activism centers on the ways that grassroots mobilization and activism work to change the political zeitgeist around the most pressing social issues we are facing.
Messages of Fierce Hope From the Global South
An offering of inspiration from activists in the Global South, including Mexico, Lebanon, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Thailand to help people in the U.S. navigate these difficult times.
St. Louis Says “Not Another Nickel” to Human Rights Violators
A new grassroots effort is challenging the city to strip companies such as Boeing and ICL of tax exemptions.
A Victory at Bad River
The Bad River Tribe has taken on a billion-dollar Canadian oil pipeline company to defend manoomin and the fresh waters that sustain it—and us all.
Murmurations: An Ode to Collective Organizing
Through block-by-block organizing, we can transform our material conditions—from isolation and fear to care and cooperation.
Applying Lessons From the Armenian Genocide to Gaza
Armenians know from experience that genocide is a process, not an event, and they have lessons for those fighting for peace in Gaza.
To Resist the Trump Regime, Look to Iran
For more than four decades, Iranians have resisted through underground clubs, labor strikes, and other everyday acts of defiance.
Rising Up in the Streets: Millions Say “Hands Off” to Trump
An estimated 3 million people protested around the U.S. on April 5.
Students Continue Resisting Israeli Genocide
In the face of Trumpian repression, student activists are not backing down from fighting for Palestinians.
Organizing Principles for Anti-Trump Resistance
Though the Trump administration’s fascism is unprecedented in the modern day U.S., there are still lessons to be learned from earlier resistance movements.
Why Sanders’ Call to “Fight Oligarchy” Resonates More Than Ever
Bernie Sanders is attracting crowds of tens of thousands across the U.S. as he rallies against the growing influence of billionaires within the federal government.
Resisting Repression: What’s Next for the Student Fight for Palestine?
Facing suspensions and threats from the Trump administration, students are evolving their organizing defenses.
How Popular Resistance Constrained Trump in His First Term
If activists want to oppose Trump in his second term, then they must study the successful progressive movements of his first one.
How to Keep Going in the Face of Fascism
Amid relentless news about the dehumanization of immigrants, it is essential to manage burnout and continue resisting. Here’s how.
Inside the Student Protests That Shook Columbia University
A new documentary follows Mahmoud Khalil and other student activists as they fight for divestment and Palestinian liberation.
Activists Demand No Tax Dollars for Israel’s Genocide
The Not My Tax Dollars map is part of a major Tax Day of Action being organized by pro-Palestinian activists.
Report From Trans Day of Visibility
Hundreds of people gathered in Washington D.C. on March 31 to mark Transgender Day of Visibility and push back against the Trump administration.
10 Organizing Principles for Defeating Trumpism 2.0
“Playing nice ain’t going to cut it with people who want to kill you and your community,” writes Arun Gupta. “We need principles that build power now and for the long term.”
Boycotting Chevron for Fueling Genocide
The action is modeled on the successful global campaign against Shell in the 1980s for its role in apartheid South Africa.
Activists Take Back the Climate
Trump’s election was a huge setback for the climate. Here’s how activists are fighting back.
Protests Across California Target Trump–Musk Assault on the Public
In recent weeks, a coalition of advocacy organizations in California have come together to protest the impact of the pro-billionaire budgeting decisions happening in Washington, D.C. As part of a
Rising Up in the Streets: Women’s March 2025
During the most recent Women’s March, thousands gathered in Los Angeles to challenge the Trump administration’s oppressive agenda.
Trump Unleashes New McCarthyism Against Palestine Activism
Mahmoud Khalil has not been charged or a convicted of any crime, but he is still facing deportation.
The World We Owe Gaza
Trump’s aggressive attack on free speech could devastate the movement for Palestine. What’s next for activists?
Why Is It So Hard to Watch This Oscar-Winning Documentary?
“No Other Land” is running into the same barriers other Palestinian films have.
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