Democratic City and Town Committee meeting are open to the public. For more information about a meeting, visit the Committee's Web site, Facebook site, or Bluesky site.
Calendar Contents
- We Must Not Permit Hunger
- Upcoming Events
- PROTESTS: Rallies, Standouts, and Visibility Brigades
- How To Make Protest Signs
- PROTECTING IMMIGRANTS, Neighbors, Our Families, and Ourselves
- Boycotts
- Recurring Events
- Organizers/Coordinators
We Must Not Permit Hunger
Donate to Food Pantries
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) is a federal program that was set up to to help low-income households buy food. Its continuation has been threatened, courtesy of a deranged President, a sycophant Speaker of the House, and their enablers. A resolution now appears to be forthcoming, but details and questions remain.
Please consider donating to our local food pantries. In these uncertain times, our neighbors need all the help we can provide.
- BEVERLY: Beverly Bootstraps Pantry
Website - DANVERS: People to People Food Pantry
Website - GLOUCESTER: Open Door in Gloucester
Website - IPSWICH: The Open-Door Food Pantry
Website - LYNN: Catholic Charities of Lynn
Website - Marblehead: Marblehead Food Pantry
Website - PEABODY: Haven From Hunger
Website - ROWLEY: The Rowley Food Pantry
Website - SALEM: The Market-Salem Food Pantry
Website - SOUTH HAMILTON: Acord Food Pantry
Website - SWAMPSCOTT: Anchor Food Pantry
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For more info, see Food Pantries & Mutual Aid Groups to Support.
Massachusetts communities preparing for SNAP benefits to expire
CBS News
UPCOMING EVENTS
The following events are scheduled in addition to Rallies, Standouts, and Recurring events.
IMC Statewide Call with Danielle Allen

Join this month's Indivisible Mass Coalition Statewide Call with guest speaker Danielle Allen. She'll speak on how the Ballot Question for an All Party Primary will make democracy work better for everyone.
RSVP HERE and submit your question!
Register
The Rights We Have. The Knowledge We Need.

Leading Ladies is inviting the public to hear a panel of experts discuss our rights; how to interact with law enforcement; how to help others without furthering endangering them; how to stay safe at rallies, and more. Register for this free event here.
JOIN US FOR A CONVERSATION AND EXTENDED QUESTION AND ANSWER SESSION ON CONSTITUTIONAL PROTECTIONS, COMMUNITY SAFETY AND LAWFUL ADVOCACY. A panel of experts will discuss our rights as residents of the US, whether citizens or non-citizens; how to interact with law enforcement; how to help others without further endangering them; how to stay safe at rallies; and more.
FREE EVENT. Please Register.
Location:
The Cabot
286 Cabot St
Beverly
For program details and to obtain free tickets,
Register Here
LEADING LADIES ACT on issues that affect all families and cimmunities.
Visit us as at leadingladiesvote.org.
North Shore Indivisible Social Gathering

Join us for our November Social Gathering.
Location:
Far From The Tree
108 Jackson Street, Salem
A Conversation Among Friends

Join us for a conversation to secure & support elections in 2026. We have a real chance to turn the tide and mitigate this madness. We shall be providing opportunities to sign up for postcarding and other ways we can help here in the 2nd Essex District as well as across the U.S.
Location:
Gathr
42 Market Street
Ipswich
To RSVP or Contribute: Actblue
Ban the Bans
The Writers for Democratic Action
Jabberwocky Bookshop: a reading of a one-act play on book banning, performed by some of our esteemed Newburyport Democratic City Committee members, co-sponsored by the NDCC. Please plan to join us for this fun and important presentation.
Location:
Jabberwocky Bookshop
Tannery Mill Bldg 1
50 Water Street
Newburyport
Website
Jenny Armini: Holiday Fundraising Reception

Please join Jenny Armini at her Holiday Fundraising Reception.
Location:
Mission on the Bay
141 Humphrey Street
Swampscott
Donations may be made online at Actblue.
Please make checks payable to the Armini Committee.
A Forum on Local Media
We are excited to end the year with an important conversation with the Editors at some of our local media outlets. We will have a panel moderated by former Daily News editor Richard Lodge and including Joe DiBiase (Local Pulse Radio), Eben Diskin (TheTownie Editor), Eric Gedstad (Ipswich Daily News Publisher), and Dave Rogers (Daily News Editor). A free press is essential to a strong democracy — so this conversation couldn’t be timelier.
Location:
Newburyport City Hall Auditorium
60 Pleasant St, Newburyport
For more information, visit the NDCC Website.
Swing Blue Alliance Frontline Update

Join us for our monthly 30-minute Frontline Update.
PROTESTS:
RALLIES, STANDOUTS & VISIBILITY BRIGADES
These events are available on multiple dates. Click the Sign Up links to check the schedules and obtain additional information.

Weekly Stand-Out Rallies
Please join us in defending our democracy!
Location: Market Square, Amesbury
Elm Street Bridge Visibility Brigade

Come with a sign for one or two hours. Parking on nearby Lafayette Street and Goss Avenue.
Location:
Elm Street Bridge overpass above I-495, Amesbury
Days vary, so check with Amesbury Democrats.
Andover Stand Out for Humanity and Democracy
We welcome all people of any faith or no faith to join us in opposing policies and speech that hurt folks who are vulnerable. We peacefully stand along Central Street. Bring your own sign or make one at the event. Please do not name individuals on your sign but rather stick to a policy which is hurting vulnerable people.
Location:
41 Central Street, Andover
Weekly Rally for Pro Democracy

Please join us to show we do NOT accept the Big Bogus Bill, illegal deportations, corruption, cuts to Social Security/Medicare, etc. Please make an effort to join us as we stand up and say Enough is Enough! Bring a friend or 2 along with signs/posters/flags.
Location:
In front of the
First Parish Church
Unitarian–Universalist
225 Cabot St
Beverly

Hands Off Beverly Weekly Saturday Protest
Beverly now has two weekly protest rallies: Wednesdays in front of the First Parish Church and Saturdays in Odell Park.
Location:
Odell Veterans Memorial Park
56–98 Broadway, Beverly
Hands Off Beverly Facebook Page

Bearing Witness @ ICE in Burlington

We invite you to stand in solidarity outside the ICE Enforcement & Removal Operations Office in Burlington every Wednesday from 11am-1pm. Together, we can show love & support for immigrants, express our shame at ICE, and bear witness to the cruel and unconstitutional actions of our government. Regardless of your views on any other political issues, if you support immigrants and their constitutional rights and are committed to nonviolence you are welcome to join.



See coverage posted on Facebook.
For information on how and where you can participate, or to sign up for the email list, see Details.
Dawn Olcott is a writer for Indivisible Mass Coalition’s IndivisiBlog, a member of Indivisible Acton Area, and a member of Concord Indivisible.
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Justice 4 All
Greater Assabet Indivisible Network (GAIN) invites you to stand in solidarity with immigrants and resistance to ICE and their cruel and lawless detention of our neighbors on Thursdays, from 11am-1pm. Regardless of any other political views, you are welcome to join us and demand Justice 4 All so long as you do so non-violently.
Our friends at Bearing Witness have been hosting gatherings at this location. We are an unaffiliated group, but very much aligned with their values and mission. Our goal is to add to the total number of hours that citizens stand in non-violent opposition to the deplorable detainment conditions at this location. If you have been to Bearing Witness on Wednesdays, we would love to have you at Justice 4 All Thursdays.
Location
ICE Enforcement & Removal Operations Office
1000 District Avenue Burlington MA 01803
Justice 4 All.
Greater Assabet Indivisible Network
Website | Bluesky
Justice 4 All Thursday Standouts at the Burlington ICE Office
Stand Up for Immigrants
No Fear Street TheaterJoin the new protest group, “No Fear Street Theater” for weekly protests on Saturdays from 11am to 1pm. Stand up for immigrants two blocks from the Burlington ICE office. All are welcomed and encouraged to support our immigrant community.
Location:
Burlington Mall Rd. at
District Avenue
Burlington, Mass.
Massachusetts Peace Action (MAPA)
Defend Democracy Overpass Visibility
Volunteer organized for Indivisible
This is a peaceful and respectful gathering of like-minded citizens. All are invited to join us in Defending Democracy. We have a rally every Saturday from noon to 1pm on the 114 Bridge beween Danvers and Peabody, located on the Danvers Rail Trail. It is a peaceful, respecful demonstration with banners, posters, etc. All are welcome.
Location:
Rte 114 Rail Trail Bridge,
Andover Street Overpass
Adjacent to Garden St., Danvers
Stand Up for Democracy with the Groveland Democratic Town Committee

Join the Groveland Democratic Town Committee for our monthly rally! Bring your energy, make a sign, and speak your truth — everyone is welcome.
We rally the fourth Saturday of each month.
Location:
Elm Park
School Street & Main Street
Groveland
Stand Up For Democracy

Join Us This Saturday—and EVERY Saturday! Bring a sign. Bring a friend. Exercise your Rights!
WHY? Because Democracy is NOT a Spectator Sport. And it feels really good to do SOMETHING in community!
Your presence is valuable, and we usually have some extra signs on hand to share.
Location:
Grassy area in front of Winthrop School
325 Bay Road, Hamilton
Please see our Guidance for League members attending a protest, rally, or other demonstration.
Rally for Democracy

Everyday we learn about more outrageous initiatives by the Trump administration.
EXPRESS YOUR OPPOSITION! STAND UP FOR OUR VALUES!
Every Saturday since February 22 we have been standing out to protest the Trump administration’s violations of our constitutional rights and the rule of law.
All are welcome! Make a sign! Spread the word!
Join us in our Standout Against the Trump/Musk Initiatives.
Location:
The Middle Green, Ipswich
The Middle Green is just over the Choate Bridge and next to the Ipswich Visitor Center (aka the 1820 Hall-Haskell House) at 36 S. Main Street, Ipswich.
Signs of Fascism
This rally takes place along South Green Street while the Rally for Democracy is being held on The Middle Green.
We welcome volunteers. If you are interested in participating in Signs of Fascism, please email meg@megherman.com
Wednesday Walkouts for Health
Stand up for health!
Wednesday Walkouts for Health aims to activate and engage healthcare workers and their communities around political threats to health. Join others across the country in this coordinated weekly action!
This is a standout event. Join for any length of time. If this window of time or location doesn’t work for you, partner with others to standout at another time/location on a Wednesday.
Location:
Intersection of Exchange & Central & Union Streets,
1 Central Square, Lynn
Lynn Stands Up for Democracy

This weekly protest is held on the Lynn Commons across from the Lynn Public Library.
Visibility Brigade—SCHOOL STREET OVERPASS

Organized by Manchester–by–the–Sea Democratic Town Committee, Cape Ann Indivisible, and Swing Left North Shore/ Cape Ann, this rally occurs almost weekly.
Times:
November 16, 23, 30: 1:00–2:00pm
Location:
School Street Overpass above Rte 128 (aka Yankee Division Highway)
Manchester-by-the Sea
Parking is just north of the overpass on the west side of School St.
Stand Up For Democracy!
Stand with us on the sidewalks at the corner of Maple Street and Lafayette Street (Route 114) in Marblehead from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. every Saturday for a nonpartisan, peaceful stand-out to stand up in defense of American democracy.
America is in a Constitutional crisis.
America stands for laws and due process, science, free speech, equality, and respect for all people. Stand together to strengthen our community and our collective voice.
Come to this peaceful demonstration. Bring your signs, your friends, your determination—and your belief that the United States was never meant to have kings. Join us!
Location:
Glabicky Field—
Corner by the Town of Marblehead sign
at the intersection of
Lafayette St (Route 114) and Maple St,
Marblehead
Melrose Weekly Standout

Gather locally with neighbors! Bring your signs, noisemakers and flags or borrow some! Raise awareness of threats to our democracy and civil rights. Plenty of vehicles pass through this area. Hear their honks of support!
Location:
Intersection of West Wyoming Avenue & Lynn Fells Parkway,
Stoneham
(GPS: near 492 Fellsway East)
Parking:
Park on side streets or in Jerry Jingle Park. Please do not park at J J Grimsby & Co Restaurant & Pub.
Rally for Democracy
Join Our Community Indivisible as we rally for democracy in Middleton! We'll gather in front of the Flint Public Library. Bring your best signs and get ready to wave to traffic along busy Route 114!
Parking is available behind the Flint Public Library; behind the Howe Manning Elementary School, 26 Central St.; and at the east end of Central Street.
Location:
In front of the Flint Public Library
1 South Main St (Rte 114), Middleton
Visit Our Community Indivisible for updates.
Hands Along High Street Protests

Join the Newburyport Democratic City Committee for peaceful and joyful standouts—held from 11:00 AM–Noon on Saturdays at the Bartlet Mall. Bring a sign or borrow one from our "sign library.”
Please register for one or all these events—and please spread the word. All who value our Democracy are welcome and invited to join us. We are in this together!
Location:
Bartlet Mall
High & Green Streets
Newburyport
Stand Up For Your Rights

Rowley Stand Out Every Sunday
Stand Up For Your Rights!
Stand Up For Our Rights!
Location:
Intersection of Rte 1 and Rte 133
Rowley
Standout Rally

Grab your signs and come on down to our weekly Saturday Rally at Riley Plaza. This is a great opportunity to take action and stand tall against the atrocities of the current administration.
Location:
Riley’s Plaza
1—21 Margin St
Across from the Salem Post Office
For more information, visit
Salem’s Call Website
Saugus & Friends Resist Weekly Standouts

Saugus & Friends Resist is a nonpartisan group concerned with the actions of the current Administration. Our Rights are being threatened and our Constitution ignored. Checks and Balances are being removed.
Saugus & Friends Resist peacefully demonstrates to express our resistance. We stand out every Saturday morning, from 11:00 to Noon, unless weather is inclement.
Join us! Come show your support and/or bring your own custom sign.
Location:
Corner of Hamilton Street & Central Street, Saugus
Questions:
Email saugusfriendsresist at gmail.
Swampscott Center Weekly Rally for Pro-Democracy

Please join us every Thursday in Swampscott center from 4PM-6PM at the Swampscott Monument across the street from King's beach to show we do not to accept tRUMP's deportations, corruption, cuts to Social Security/Medicare and his total disregard for human beings.
Note the time change: 3:00 to 4:00 PM Eastern Standard Time!
*Thanksgiving week, the rally will be held Friday, November 28.
Location:
Civil War Monument
100 Humphrey Street
Swampscott
Rally for Democracy
Weekly rallies to be held in Topsfield. We'll gather from 4-5 pm, on the town commons, 85 Main St. Topsfield. Parking is available around the commons and in the town hall parking lot across the way. Bring your best signs and get ready to wave to traffic along busy Route 97!
There's lots of traffic, lots of honks in support and lots of fun! Bring your signs!
Visit Our Community Indivisible for updates and links to sign-ups.
Wakefield & Friends Weekly Rally



Rain or shine, we gather every Saturday morning at 11:00 to protest the Trump regime and the harm being done to our country, our government agencies, our democracy, our rights and the rule of law. Using the principles of nonviolence and peaceful, non-confrontational protest, we stand together and stand strong. We have signs, bells and flags to share—or bring your own since ours often run out.
Location:
Intersection of Main Street & Water Street (Rte 129)
Wakefield
North Shore Visibility Brigade—Grapevine Road

Join the North Shore Visibility Brigade. When held, we meet Sundays, 4:15–5:30pm, on the Grapevine St overpass above Rt. 128 in Wenham. The organizing committee picks the message and prepares the signs. The committee and volunteers then arrive at 4:15 PM to set up, with the message in place by 4:30 PM. Volunteers are also encouraged to bring flags to wave while we stand out with our message!!
Due to limited space on the overpass and limited nearby parking, we are limiting signups to 15 volunteers each week.
Carpooling is encouraged. The best place to park is on Parsons Hill Rd.
Location:
Grapevine Rd Overpass, over Route 128
(Exit 48 off Route 128)
Wenham (near the Wenham-Beverly line)
Sign Up: Each week has a different sign-up. On the Visibility Brigade page of Swing Left NS/CA, click on CLICK HERE TO REGISTER to access the current Sign Up Now form. Swing Left Link
Marilyn Humphries Photography
Many photos of the Protest Rallies and Stand Outs have been provided by the courtesy of Marilyn Humphries. An extensive collection of photos and videos of these and other rallies and events may be viewed at her Flicka site. Her professional work includes event, portrait, documentary, annual report photography, photojournalism, and more; and may be viewed at Marilyn Humphries Photography.
HOW TO MAKE PROTEST SIGNS
How to Make a Protest Sign

Whether you are preparing for your first protest, or you are a seasoned activist who has been regularly hitting the streets, our series on crafting impactful protest signs will help you get ready for the sustained protest rallies, standouts, and visibility brigades that lie ahead.
The following topics are covered:
- Messaging Considerations
- Linguistic Considerations
- Messaging Don’ts
- Construction Considerations
- Color Considerations
- Legibility Considerations
- Lettering & Art
- Shopping List
How To Make a Protest Sign at
North Shore Progressives
Making Signs With Sara That Pop
In this session, you will see how to make some incredible signs for protests and rallies that pop. Learn from Sara and other activists some new creative ideas!
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How to Make a Protest Sign
A brief history of modern protest signs in the USA and some tips on how to make your own!
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How To Make Protest Signs
How to Make Instagrammable Protest Signs
This weekend, the women’s march is back! And of all the things I learned last year, ensuring I have a good sign this year was one of them. So, we are keeping today’s video a little lighter and going over how to make an Instagrammable protest sign.
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Maker, Marker, Message: The Art of Protest Signs
This weekend saw major protests against the Trump administration's immigration policies. As at thousands of rallies about hundreds of issues over the past 50 years, many of the marchers delivered their message via signs. City Limits talked to demonstrators before and during the march about what their messages meant. A Marc Bussanich film for "Art at the Limits," City Limits' series on the nexus of art and politics in New York City, which is sponsored by the Laurie M. Tisch Illumination Fund.
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PROTECTING IMMIGRANTS,
Neighbors, Our Families, & Ourselves

Massachusetts Immigrant & Refugee Advocacy Coalition (MIRA)

One in six Massachusetts residents, and one in five workers, is foreign-born. Immigrants and refugees come to this country with a wide range of skills and ambitions, and as they make America their home, they enrich our social fabric and strengthen our democracy.
MIRA is the largest coalition in New England promoting the rights and integration of immigrants and refugees. With offices in Massachusetts and New Hampshire, we advance this mission through education and training, leadership development, institutional organizing, strategic communications, policy analysis and advocacy.
Now, at this critical time in our country, we want to make Massachusetts a model for how to welcome and integrate people from all around the world. Let’s stand up together for a better, more inclusive America!
LUCE Immigrant Justice Network of Massachusetts

LUCE is an amalgamation of several different words for light in various Indo-European languages. For our purposes, we chose this term because it captures the ultimate goal of our network: “illuminating” ICE’s actions so they cannot operate in the dark and bringing light to our community & bring the Commonwealth.
Think You SEE I.C.E. in your area?
CALL: 617-370-5023
The hotline operates from 5am - 9pm every day of the week.
For more information or to volunteer, visit us online at www.lucemass.org.
Support the Safe Communities Act
The fedral administation will use every tool available to deport members of our immigrant communities, including our police and courts. This misuse of public safety resources drives a wedge between immigrant communities and the public institions that protect and serve them. That’s why Safe Communitie Act has earned the support of police chiefs and district attorneys across the state.
Bill S.1681 and H.2580:
An Act to protect the civil rights and safety of all Massachusetts residents
For more information: Link
Boston Immigration Justice Accompaniment Network (BIJAN)
Boston Immigration Justice Accompaniment Network (BIJAN) We are a community network of individuals, faith communities, and other activist groups working to reduce the escalating harm of our immigration system in the current political context.
Beyond Bond and Legal Defence Fund (BBLDF)
The Beyond Bond & Legal Defense Fund (the Bond Fund) raises money for immigration bonds to free people in ICE prisons in Massachusetts and Rhode Island or those detained elsewhere who are from or returning to Massachusetts.
Blue State Defiance: No Secret Police
Contact state and local Dems to demand action against masked ICE abductions. If you live in a blue state or city, your Democratic governor, mayor, and lawmakers have the power to stop secret police tactics like abductions by masked ICE agents. Our Blue State Defiance toolkit helps identify who to contact and what to call for.
You have a unique opportunity, and responsibility, to pressure your elected officials to act now. Following the example of leaders like California lawmakers behind the No Secret Police Act, you can help turn up the pressure on your governor, legislature, and city council to take concrete steps to stop Trump’s authoritarian immigration crackdown.
Protect and Defend Our Commonwealth!
The Trump administration is attacking our freedoms like never before. Blue state leaders (Democratic governors, legislators, and attorneys general) need to hold the line and fight as if our rights and futures depend on it, because they do.
HD.4886 and HD.5020 Are bills recently filed in Massachusetts that address some of the issues. Please review these bills and urge your legislators to cosponsor and pass them.
For details and to take action, see:
Protect and Defend Our Commowealth
WE HAVE RIGHTS
An empowerment campaign to prepare for and safely defend our rights during encounters with Immigration & Customs Enforcement (ICE).
Website: www.wehaverights.us
EYES ON ICE: Documenting Abuses Against Immigrants
This project examines the challenges and possibilities of using video to document encounters with Immigrations and Customs Enforcement(ICE) in the U.S for justice.
Eyes On ICE is a project of the WITNESS Media Lab, which is dedicated to unleashing the potential of eyewitness video as a powerful tool to report, monitor, and advocate for human rights. In collaboration with peers from the fields of advocacy, technology, and journalism, we develop solutions to ensure that footage taken by average citizens can serve as an effective tool for justice.
WITNESS Media Lab Website: lab.witness.org
Call Your Attorney General and Tell Them to Fight Back Against Trump's ICE Overreach
Calling your Attorney General takes just a minute—and it makes a real impact. After you fill out your information, you’ll receive a personalized script and instructions for making your call.
Bearing Witness at the ICE Field Office in Burlington
On a quiet side street right behind the Burlington Mall, immigrants are placed together in cells inside a featureless office building with no sign out front. People are detained here, sometimes for days, and sleep on a cold floor under Mylar blankets. There is one toilet per cell, under the watchful eye of a camera. There are no showers, no handwashing sinks in the cells, no windows, no soap, no food service facility, no menstrual products for women, no outdoor time, and no visitors.
Community activists are standing up to say this injustice is wrong.
Read Dawn Olcott’s report at Indivisible MA:
Bearing Witness at Ice
BOYCOTTS
Everyday consumers can pressure wealthy elites and corporations that acquiesce to, or prop up, would-be autocrats through boycotts.
Fascist Ring-Kissing Businesses and People
Please keep in mind that Which businesses are safe? is a moving target. At any time, a business can kiss the ring. Today’s list may not be okay a week or a month from now. Always do your research before committing money to any entity on this list.
Link
What's an Economic Boycott, Anyway?
Every Dollar Spent and Bit of Attention Paid is a Vote
Make sure the way you spend your money, time and attention is a vote for freedom, not fascism.
Substack Link
Home Depot Boycott
Home Depot should be a place where everyone can buy what they need to make their homes safe, secure and beautiful. Instead, it has become a place of fear - a target for ICE operations against immigrant communities and workers.
“If there’s a company most caught up in the Trump administration’s immigration crackdown, it’s Home Depot.” Yet the company has remained silent while raids continue to unfold on its lots.
That silence speaks volumes.
Home Depot cannot claim to serve our communities while allowing federal agents to terrorize people on their property. It’s ALL OF US or NONE OF US!
We are calling on Home Depot to take a stand:
- Denounce ICE raids on their properties.
- Declare their stores safe spaces.
- Protect the people who make and shop in their stores everyday.
"Home Depot keeps quiet on immigration raids outside its doors," "
By Alina Selyukh and Liz Baker, NPR, August 18, 2025.
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Spotify Is Actively Enabling Trump’s Secret Police

In early October, Spotify began running recruitment ads from the Department of Homeland Security to fulfill SHS’s goal of hiring 10,000 more deportation officers by the end of the year. Spotify claims the ads comply with its policy, but streaming hate is not neutral. It’s a choice.
Spotify is a multibillion-dollar company that relies on subscriptions. Lessons from the Jimmy Kimmel campaign demonstrate that when customers rebel by canceling subscriptions, capitulation can be reversed. What can you do? Cancel your subscription. Use this social media toolkit to post online. Indivisible's toolkit includes more steps you can take and a list of alternative music streaming services. #DontStreamFascism
Indivisible’s Social Media Toolkit
“Ice Ads are all over your favorite streaming services,” by Tomas Mier, Rolling stone, October 15, 2025. Link
RECURRING EVENTS
These opportunities are available multiple times.
ANYTIME
The Grassroots Connector

Stay on the pulse of grassroots innovation. The Grassroots Connector is a newsletter for and by grassroots leaders, reporting on breakthrough projects and the latest research on voter contact strategies.
Recommended by Swing Blue Alliance. Check out The Grassroots Connection at its home on Substack: Link
10 effective things citizens can do to make change in addition to attending a protest
- Refuse unlawful, corrupt demands
- Visibly bolster the rule of law
- Unite in opposition
- Harness economic power
- Preempt electoral manipulation
- Organize your community
- Shape the story
- Build bridges and democratic alternatives
- Document abuses, protect people, reinforce truth
- Mitigate risk, learn and innovate
See The Conversation for details.
5 Calls
Make your voice heard. 5 Calls is the easiest and most effective way.Calling your representative is the best way to make your voice heard. Once your congressperson forms a public stance on an issue, it’s hard for them to walk it back. The earlier they hear your opinion, the more likely it is you’ll make an impact.
5 Calls makes it easy to reach your members of Congress. Features include:
- When you enter your ZIP code, 5 Calls will identify who to call and provide their phone numbers.
- Tips for calling
- After-hours voicemails are a great way to make your voice heard if you aren't comfortable talking to someone directly.
- Active topics include 46 issues. For each issue, 5 Calls provides updated information, links to sources of information, and scripts that can be used when calling.
- 5 Calls has researched these issues and prepared scripts that clearly articulate a progressive opinion. Each script can be used as is or can be used in creating your own script.
- One of the scripts is to “Oppose H.R. 1, the "One Big Beautiful Bill Act," and many of the scripts address specific issues in the Bill.
Tell Congress: Rein in the Insurrection Act and End Trump’s War on Cities
The Insurrection Act is a 200-year-old law that gives presidents sweeping power to deploy troops on U.S. soil. Trump’s attempt to twist it into a weapon against protesters and political opponents is a direct threat to democracy. Unless Congress steps in, Trump — and future presidents — could use the same power to silence dissent anywhere, anytime.
Robert Reich has posted a video on Substack outlining Trump’s plan:
Trump’s Plan to invoke the Insurrection Act
Congress must act immediately to reform the Insurrection Act. These commonsense reforms are essential to safeguard democracy and prevent abuse. It’s up to us to show Congress that we won’t let Trump turn the military against our own people.
Use this form to ask Congress to reform the Insurrection Act. It will take less than 5 minutes to complete the form that will send a letter to your U.S. Senators and to your U.S. Representative.
Complete the Form
To Send the Letter
STAND UP FOR SCIENCE

Stand Up For Science is a 501(c)(4) non-profit organization working to mobilize and support a base of science activists to engage in sustained action. Our goals are:
- End Censorship and Political Interference in Science
- Secure and Expand Scientific Funding
- Defend and support programs that offer equal opportunity for ALL people to become scientists, participate in scientific research, and be the focus of evidence-based scientific inquiry
Please visit our Website and learn ways that you can take action:
Don’t Mourn, Organize

We are a group of Boston area activists who are focused on fighting the Trump agenda and helping activists identify effective political actions.
We have been involved in movements related to racial equality, the VietNam war, nuclear power, nuclear weapons, intervention in Central America, South African apartheid, affordable housing, labor organizing, reproductive rights, pay equity, economic inequality, women' s rights, LGBTQ rights, immigration, low-income youth, mass incarceration, climate change, voting rights, many electoral campaigns, women’s liberation, and more. We believe in following the lead of those most impacted.
Harnessing Our Political Power to End Political Violence (Hope) Training

If your goal is to reduce the power of those who cheer political violence, how do you strategically respond to acts of political violence? This is unfortunately a real-life strategic question we’ve been wrestling with all year. So, I have some thoughts, and Indivisible has some actions.
Political violence hurts democracy. Period.
So, at Indivisible we’re very clear: political violence is a cancer on democracy. It doesn’t matter if you disagree politically — and we strongly disagreed with Charlie Kirk on basically everything. But we’re clear that political violence in any form is an attack on the basic conditions that allow everyone to organize and voice their views.
So, what do we do about it? Shrugging at political violence is dangerous for democracy, but issuing statements and moving on is insufficient. In the face of this violence — and the right-wing escalation — we need to be intentional, principled, and courageous. We also need to understand the strategies for how large-scale, broad-based, peaceful, people-powered organizing best operates in this environment.
Indivisible is proud to partner with the folks from endpoliticalviolence.org to learn how to Harness Our Political Power to end Political Violence (HOPE).
Social Media Toolkit

Want to post to your social media accounts about the Trump regime's unpopular policies with just one click? Indivisible has a social media toolkit that tracks Trump's most unpopular policies and biggest failures. Share these posts with your networks and customize your messages so they break through the social media algorithms.
This social toolkit tracks Trump's most unpopular policies and biggest failures. You can quickly and easily post to the social networks of your choice: Bluesky, Facebook, Instagram, Threads, WhatsApp, LinkedIn, X/Twitter.
Unite Against Hate
Not In Our Town is a movement to stop hate, racism and bullying, and build safe, inclusive communities for all.
Started by Not in Our Town activists, it is an excellent opportunity for local groups to show support for their vulnerable neighbors and to stand against discrimination and the bullying tactics of ICE and the current presidency.
Not in Our Town
Rural Ground Game
Every community deserves the dignity of inclusion, regardless of zip code.
In 2025, all eyes will be on Virginia. We are currently working to build new resources and opportunities for both local Democratic committees and 2025 campaigns. Our goal is to bolster the credibility and presence of Democrats through direct voter contact, strengthened by locally-developed paid media.
Holding progressive values can feel isolating in rural communities. At Rural Ground Game, we work with local partners to build community and strengthen morale by offering events, training, resources, and opportunities for coordination with others.
At kitchen tables in the cities, suburbs, and countryside, most people want to know that they can secure housing, food, healthcare, education, and a quality of life that offers dignity.
Putting people first in our approach to removing barriers to a life of security, health, and hope for the future requires us to seek solutions from every community, not only the ones in close proximity to the halls of power.
We take action by texting, having authentic conversations, and hosting events.
Visit us at ruralgroundgame.org.
No Kings Resource Guide
This guide covers:
- How to Prepare for a Protest
- Know Your Rights
- Organizing a Community Response
The Visibility Brigade Movement

Welcome to the VB movement! Join a brigade in your area or read our toolkit and create one at www.VisibilityBrigade.com.
Elizabeth Chur — Turn “I Don’t Vote” into the Start (not the End) of a Conversation

36% of eligible voters skipped the 2024 elections — but many of them support Democratic priorities. In this interactive online workshop, canvasser and volunteer trainer Elizabeth Chur, author of "The Joy of Talking Politics with Strangers", shows you how to use empathy and friendly, nonjudgmental curiosity to successfully engage these crucial voters.
For more information on Elizabeth, or to sign up for her Substack newsletter, visit her website: https://elizabethchur.com/
Take Action with People Power United Massachusetts

People Power United champions progressive values and power to the people.
We are a group of people who believe in the possibility of change and work to make it happen.
In this community, we will always speak out against racism, xenophobia, Islamophobia, antisemitism, homophobia, misogyny, sexism, ageism, ableism, sizeism, elitism, transphobia, misogynoir, and bigotry!
Fill out this interest form and we will contact you when there are actions you can take to help fight for freedom and equal rights, in person and online!
Demand Universities Resist Trump

Indivisible is partnering with Crimson Courage to support an open letter urging Harvard to stand firm and reject Trump’s demands. Add your name to the open letter telling Harvard they must resist — democracy depends on it.
After you sign the open letter to Harvard, take action to demandcourage from your university — whether you’re a student, faculty member, booster, or alumnus.
Click here for instructions to contact your university’s leadership and call for them to resist Trump demands.
Tesla Takedown

Elon Musk is destroying democracy around the world, and he's using the fortune he built at Tesla to do it. We are taking action at Tesla to stop Musk's illegal coup.
The stakes couldn’t be higher. No one is coming to save us. Not politicians, not the media, not the courts.
Tesla Takedown is a peaceful protest movement. We oppose violence, vandalism and destruction of property. This protest is a lawful exercise of our First Amendment right to peaceful assembly.
Web Site: https://www.teslatakedown.com/
MULTIPLE DAYS OF THE WEEK
These events are available on multiple dates.
Phone Bank with Common Cause!

Join Common Cause for an important phone bank as we mobilize voters to take action against dangerous legislation in state houses around the country. We will focus on the most urgent campaigns that need our help. Some of these campaigns may include stopping bills that will make it harder for millions of Americans—especially students, seniors, and veterans—to cast their ballots. We need your help to ensure voters across the country call their state representatives and demand they protect the freedom to vote. No prior experience is necessary—our team will provide full training at the start of each shift!
Available Times:
Any Tuesday now through Jan. 1, 2026
Tuesdays, 6:00–8:00 PM
You can tell your Electeds to Please Grow a Spine—Let’s Get Loud!

Post and amplify messages (on the social media platforms you're already using) that tag your electeds about the things you just called them about. Urge 'em to vote yes or no on that bill or nomination. Thank them for standing strong when they do the right thing or ask them to fight for you when they wimp out.
Why? Because people will see your posts and make their own posts to their electeds! Winner winner chicken dinner!Finding all of your reps' handles on different social media platforms and creating posts is hard, so we did it for you (on Facebook, Instagram, Threads and Bluesky). Just fill in the blanks and click post!
MONDAYS
Swing Blue Alliance Orientation for New and Existing Volunteers

Location:
Virtual event, join from anywhere
Hosted in Cambridge
Join us for a fast-paced and fun orientation & meet and greet where you'll learn about Swing Blue Alliance, meet like-minded volunteers, and find opportunities to get involved. Discover how you can make an impact in the fight for democracy. No commitment required—just bring your enthusiasm and curiosity!
Welcome To Our Volunteer Network Call

Welcome to MoveOn's Volunteer Network Call (VNC)! Join us on the third Monday of each month for our monthly community call. These calls offer a platform for activists and supporters to stay informed about MoveOn's campaigns, connect with like-minded individuals, and collaborate on strategies to drive progressive change.
Each call features updates from MoveOn leaders, guest speakers, and opportunities for participants to ask questions and contribute their perspectives. Whether you're a seasoned activist, new MoveOn member, or new to the movement, these calls provide valuable insights and a sense of community in the fight for social justice.
Join from anywhere. Select whatever date(s) you want.
Mondays, 8:00–9:00 PM: Sep 15, Oct 20, Nov 17, Dec 15
WORKSHOP: Yes, You Can Host a House Party!

Why host a house party? House parties can:
- Reach voters outside of our political bubbles
- Have friend and neighbor conversations with those who support our democratic values
- Inoculate voters against the onslaught of right-wing media
- Expand our volunteer base and engage volunteers to register voters
If you've never hosted one before (and even if you're a fellow introvert), or just want a refresher, join the Bay Area Coalition every Monday, 8:00 pm (ET), for our nationwide house party workshop.
TUESDAYS
Fight Back with Friends

Fight Back With Friends! is a national program designed to help you activate your community! Using our the Empower app, we’ll equip you with the tools to connect with friends, family, and neighbors who need YOUR voice to get civically engaged. Join us on the fourth Tuesday of every month for a one-hour training session, where we’ll onboard new participants and introduce fresh calls to action that make a real impact.
Welcome to Field Team 6 (For New Volunteers!)

Yes, you are the piece we've been missing! If you are new around here, we'd love to meet you.
Maybe you're familiar with our mission - Register Democrats. Save the world. - but you want to hear why it's so important, how we tackle this mission, and where you fit best. You've come to the right place!
CURRENT TARGET STATES: Arizona, California, Georgia, Michigan, North Carolina, New Jersey, Nevada, New York, Pennsylvania, Virginia, Wisconsin
WEDNESDAYS
Basic Bluesky Skills for Social Storming

Excited about what you’re hearing about Bluesky? Over 30 million people are already using it!
Join us to build awareness for Field Team 6’s Voter Registration efforts all from the comfort of your own social media account!
We’ll cover:
- How to create your new Bluesky account
- How to set up your Bluesky profile
- Finding your first followers
- Sharing Field Team 6 ready-made posts
- Tips & Tricks for using and enjoying your Bluesky experience!
Available Times:
Wednesdays, 2:00–3:00 PM Eastern Time
Advanced Bluesky Skills for Social Storming

You have a Bluesky account and now you want to learn more about it?
Join us to build awareness for Field Team 6’s Voter Registration efforts all from the comfort of your own social media account!
We’ll cover
- Sharing Field Team 6 ready-made posts
- How to tweak your Bluesky settings
- Feeds vs. Lists vs. Starter Packs - what are they?
- How to create your own lists and Starter Packs
- Tips & Tricks for getting the most out of Bluesky
Available Times:
Wednesdays, 6:00–7:00 PM Eastern Time
Basic Instagram Training for Social Storming with Field Team 6!

Join us to build awareness for Field Team 6’s Voter Registration efforts all from the comfort of your own social media accounts!
Nervous about using Instagram? We’ll make it easy and comfortable for you. We’ll cover:
- What IS Social Storming?
- Setting up your Instagram account
- How to create basic Newsfeed Posts and Stories
- How to promote other Democratic posts
- Understanding Instagram and more!
Available Times:
Wednesdays, 2:00–3:00 PM Eastern Time
Advanced Instagram training and trainings with other social media also are available.
Advanced Instagram Special Storm Training

Join us to build awareness for Field Team 6’s Voter Registration efforts all from the comfort of your own social media accounts!
Already comfortable using Instagram? We’ll help you figure out how to use all the fun Instagram bells & whistles and make it even more useful and productive. Please attend a session of our Baic Instagram Skills workshop before joining the advanced class.
We’ll cover Social Storming steps Using the Instagram bells & whistles to add more pzazz to your Stories and Posts.
Available Times:
Wednesdays, 6:00–7:00 PM Eastern Time
Hands Off Our Schools!

Public schools and students are under attack. Want to protect public education? Join us for a national organizing call to learn how to fight back!
Popular Democracy is 50 grassroots organizations across 34 states and DC, who unapologetically demand transformational change for Black, brown and low-income communities.
Virtual meetings on Wednesdays,
7:00–8:30pm,
Nov. 12, & Dec. 10
THURSDAYS
What’s The Plan? A Weekly Discussion with Indivisible’s Co-Founders

The onslaught of news, the chaos coming out of the White House – it’s all meant to overwhelm us. It’s a deliberate strategy to sow confusion and make us believe we are powerless to fight back.
The antidote: Coming together in community to process what’s happening, to sift through what’s important and what’s just noise, and coalesce around strategies for fighting back.
Join Indivisible co-founders Leah Greenberg and Ezra Levin each week, as we carve out an hour to discuss what’s happening and—more importantly—what’s the plan.
Thursdays, 3:00 – 4:00 PM
Available Dates:
November: 6, 13, 20
December: 11, 18
Issue Advocacy Meetings

Join Our Issue Advocacy Meeting!
Be part of a powerful discussion to address today’s most pressing challenges. Collaborate with activists, strategize advocacy campaigns, and plan impactful actions to fight for democracy, equity, and justice. Together, we’ll build momentum, mobilize resources, and take meaningful steps toward positive change. Let’s organize for a stronger future!
Available Times:
Thursdays, 8:00–9:00pm Eastern Time
Now through December 25
FRIDAYS
Tech Office Hours with Swing Blue Alliance
Swing Blue Alliance wants to make sure you get the assistance that you need so you can focus on becoming an effective activist. Technology can be a hurdle for many and the Swing Blue Alliance Tech Team can help. They will be on standby to provide one-on-one assistance and answer any questions you may have every Friday from 9 AM to 10 AM. Sign up to get the Zoom link.
Dates available:
Fridays: Now–November 28
IMC Feminist Action Team Meeting
IMC's Feminist Action Team provides an intersectional feminist space to discuss fighting for a democracy that values and ensures equal rights for women. Sign up to join one or more of the meetings.
Availability:
Fridays: Now–January 2, 2026
Friday Power Lunch

The Friday Power Lunch is a weekly video podcast produced by the unstoppable women of Network NOVA to amplify the voices of the grassroots on politics, culture and people making change.
The show is recorded before a live Zoom audience every Friday from 12–1pm ET. You can view past episodes at FridayPowerLunch.com and RECAPS on our Substack.
Location:
Hosted in Richmond, VA
Live podcast available by Zoom
Past episodes available on Substack
Available Times:
Fridays, Noon–1:00 PM
Now through Feb 5, 2027
SATURDAYS
Swing Blue Alliance Frontline Update

Join us for our monthly 30-minute Frontline Update.
We've crafted a focused agenda covering key priorities and topcampaigns to keep you aligned with our mission. Dive in for a high-level overview of where we’re heading and the impactful initiatives driving us forward.
Stay afterward for Q&A and discussions.
Available dates: Nov 8, Dec 13
Hosted in Cambridge. Virtual training: join from anywhere.
SUNDAYS
LGBTQIA+ Virtual Democratic Phonebank for US House Special Elections

Join fellow LGBTQIA+ activists and allies to phonebank from home to recruit volunteers and to turn out special election voters for Democrats in AZ-7, TX-18, and State Legislatures nationwide: Democrats are only a few seats away from a US House majority. We are also calling for the governor races in Virginia and New Jersey. We will start with a brief Zoom meeting for training purposes and then phonebank.
This event is co-hosted by the MassDems LGBTQIA+ Subcommittee, but is open to all. Let’s take the fight to Republicans in every State and in every House district!
Available Times:
4:30–6:00 PM
Any Sunday: Now through November 2, 2025
Pramila Jayal: The Resistance Lab

Pramila knew we need a way to turn our anger, fear, and frustration into action and progress. That’s exactly why she launched The Resistance Lab, an in-depth organizing training to build our movement and give you the tools you need in this moment.
The Resistance Lab is a series of trainings that are developed specifically for this moment. We look at how non-violent movements around the world have responded to leaders who seize power in authoritarian ways and the most effective tools and tactics to utilize in these moments. We offer frameworks to understand this moment at home and incorporate interactive conversation with others to help create community and build our resistance movement.
Sunday Tea & Virtual Democratic Phonebank for US House Special Elections

Phonebank from home to recruit volunteers and to turn out special election voters for Democrats in AZ-7, TX-18, and State Legislatures nationwide: Democrats are only a few seats away from a US House majority. We are also calling for the governor races in Virginia and New Jersey. We will start with a brief Zoom meeting for training purposes and then phonebank. This event is co-hosted by Somerville & Medford Democrats, but is open to all. Let’s take the fight to Republicans in every State and in every House district!
Available Times
Sundays, 4:30–6:00 PM
Dates: All Sundays though November 30, 2025
ORGANIZERS/COORDINATORS
These organizations schedule and coordinate events. Check their Web sites for current opportunities or to sign up to receive their newsletters.
Indivisible
We’re a grassroots movement of thousands of local Indivisible groups with a mission to elect progressive leaders, rebuild our democracy, and defeat the Trump agenda.
This national headquarters for Indivisible has features that include a listing of local Indivisible groups including the email addresses to contact them, sign-up to join Indivisible co-founders Ezra Levin and Leah Greenberg in a weekly chat online every Thursday at 3:00 PM, support hub for Indivisible groups, ways to take action, and more
Website
https://indivisible.org/
Indivisible Mass Coalition (IMC)
Indivisible Mass Coalition (IMC) is a group of volunteer activists who joined together to support the work of more than 80 Indivisible groups and their allies across Massachusetts, working to improve democracy, and support policies and legislation that improve equity and justice for everyone and that eliminate institutional racism.
Indivisible Mass Coalition is committed to ensuring that people are informed, organized, motivated and have the necessary tools to engage in our democracy. IMC coordinates with Indivisible National to work on our shared goals for democracy in our country.
Website: https://indivisible-ma.org/
Swing Blue Alliance
Indivisible group in Cambridge
Swing Blue Alliance (formerly Swing Left Greater Boston) is the largest all-volunteer Democratic grassroots organization headquartered in Massachusetts. We’re committed to protecting our democracy, working on competitive local and national elections, and expanding and strengthening the Democratic party at the grassroots level.
Working in collaboration with organizations on the ground in swing states, we design and implement actions that are helpful, impactful, measurable, and non-duplicative. Through postcard and letter writing, phone banking, fundraising, canvassing, and more, we empower local organizers around the nation, build engaged community networks, and amplify winning Democratic strategies.
The Swing Blue Alliance weekly newsletter is Massachusetts' most comprehensive resource for out-of-state electoral activism.
Check the Swing Blue Alliance Calendar for upcoming events:
SBA Calendar
Website:
https://swingbluealliance.org/
Swing Left North Shore/Cape Ann
Swing Left North Shore/Cape Ann activists work in swing states and districts to elect Democrats in critical elections up and down the ballot.
Web site:
https://www.swingleftnsca.org/
Indivisible-RISE Newburyport
Resist. Inspire. Support. Engage.
Indivisible-RISE Newburyport is dedicated to working for equality and democracy through political action and education. We work to support free elections; limit and slow Trump’s dangerous agenda; and build coalitions to take back the House, the Senate, and the White House.
Join us if you’ve had enough!
Cape Ann Indivisible

Cape Ann Indivisible welcomes all who are called to safeguard our democracy, protect our most vulnerable communities, and care for our planet. We are dedicated to the nationwide effort to resist authoritarian and divisive agendas and to build a democracy that works for us all.
Our Community Indivisible
Our members come from across Essex County, Massachusetts:
Boxford, Middleton, Topsfield, Danvers, Georgetown, Hamilton, Ipswich, and all are welcome!
All are welcome and invited to attend the Our Community Indivisible monthly meeting!
North Shore Indivisible MA
Swampscott
Rooted in the values of democracy, justice, and equality, we work to protect and strengthen our democratic institutions by holding elected officials accountable, advocating for progressive policies, and resisting harmful agendas.
Website:
https://northshoreindivisible.org/
MAFlipPA
MAFlipPA is a Massachusetts-based political action group working to turn Pennsylvania blue. Unlike many states, Pennsylvania voters elect both the legislature AND the judiciary. Both will be involved in shaping future congressional districts, adjudicating challenges to voter suppression laws, and affirming presidential election results.
MAFipPA works with Swing Blue Alliance locally and with several Democratic groups in Pennsylvania. Volunteer activities include letter and postcard campaigns, phone banks, providing logistical support, and more.
For more information, visit the MaFlipPA Website.
North Shore Progressives

North Shore Progressives features articles on local politics, useful links, actions we can take, and other resources.
50501
50501 is a grassroots movement, and all events are organized by independent volunteers. Movement members should do their own due diligence before participating in any action.
Web site:
https://www.fiftyfifty.one/
May Day Strong
Join a Training:
- Host a Labor Day event September 1
- Sign up for Direct Action Trainings to stop the billionaire takeover in August.
- Join Hands Off Our School Calls.
- Sign Up To Talk To 10 Million Workers.
… and more to come.
Information & Registration at May Day Strong:
https://maydaystrong.org/
Commit To Democracy (CTD)

In 2016, Commit To Democracy, formerly known as Commit to Flip Blue, was founded as a grassroots organization of community activists with a deep commitment to American Democracy, the rule of law, and the rights and freedom of all Americans. Starting as a San Francisco Bay Area group, we have expanded to a national member base of over 14K volunteers passionate about electing Democrats to the Senate, House of Representatives, and the White House.
The mission of Commit To Democracy (CTD) is to help Democratic candidates retake and defend elected federal government seats across the United States and increase Democratic turnouts for all elections.
It is all hands on deck to inform and register voters and Get Out The Vote in 2025 and 2026. Our Democracy is on the line! We need every volunteer we can enlist to join us in our work.
Website