This is a collection of resources for the Council of Crones. It is not meant to be an exhaustive list of resources, but rather a starting point for those who are looking to make a difference in their communities.
This event is co-organized (and claimed) by several organizations, including Indivisible, The Women’s March, 50501, and HandOff.org. The main march is in Washington DC at noon, at the Washington Monument - and the Chicago event is at Daley Plaza at noon on April 5th. Simultaneous marches and rallies are being organized in many US cities–check the linked calendars and go join! Numbers matter!
Just Security maintains a tracker of legal challenges to Trump administration actions, which now lists 139 separate cases.
The New York Times also maintains a tracker, which, as of March 25, lists 53 rulings against the administration, at least temporarily.
Who do I consult for reporting and analysis on this fast-changing issue? I listen to several podcasts with a focus on American jurisprudence. Each of these drop new episodes once or twice a week, which I find manageable:
Crooked Media’s Strict Scrutiny with legal scholars Leah Litman, Melissa Murray, and (Chicagoan) Kate Shaw
Slate’s Amicus with Dahlia Lithwernick and Mark Joseph St
Law and Chaos with Liz Dye and Andrew Torres
If you are ready to take some form of action to resist, check out these sites, which offer a variety of actions, from writing political postcards, contacting your elected officials, participating in organized protests, running for local office, and canvassing in support of candidates in local elections.
Lots of people are, like us, trying to figure out ways to make a difference in their communities to help others weather this terrible time. One document I have stumbled across offers hyper-local suggestions for ways to help that are less political–we all have something to offer and someone to help: Some Actions That Are Not Protesting or Voting
Professional observers are also paying attention and making suggestions: Saving democracy takes practice: Practical skills you need to survive Trump’s second term
The NAACP has formed the Black Consumer Advisory to track companies that are either maintaining or dismantling their DEI initiatives and programming, and are asking Black Americans to pledge to avoid shopping or supporting businesses based on their position on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
While this project specifically appeals to Black consumers, there is no reason to not join in as an ally of any race. The NAACP has long worked toward an Inclusive Economy.
There has also emerged a boycott against Tesla and any other Musk-owned or controlled companies (although Tesla is the most consumer-facing of his many enterprises.) Protests have popped up at Tesla dealerships across the country, and there is a growing resale market for used Teslas and Cybertrucks as owners seek to divest from their personal vehicles. Will this even matter? This reporter thinks so: Will Elon Musk’s boycott work?
Do you have ideas or resources to share? Please comment on the newsletter and I will add yours to these lists!