each of us needs to create a zone of well-being and peace in their hearts and lives -- and let it ripple out through our courageous presence and through our actions
Adam, You are democracy’s cheer leader. With substance! Yep, this country has had horrific times. The bombs of this era are lies, propaganda, supremacy and fear mongering. I can only do as Jeffrey (in this substack posting) said, “create a zone of well being.” Wish I could do more.
Marty, I'm 80 years old. I thought I could attend rallies, but I couldn't. I tried to figure out what I could do. I'm writing postcards to NY-23 constituents to get Nick Langworthy defeated - even though I have arthritis in my hand and can only write two postcards a day. I get on Bluesky daily and support others, and once in a while, I post a link to an upbeat article or video. Gonna do that with Adam's talk today. As long as we don't give up, we're winning.
Nancy and everyone! The main thing is to stay in the game! I’m 81 and I get tired in the afternoon. I take a nap when I can, which is most days! Find something you love and spend time doing it away from the fray to recharge yourself. Take a longer break if you need it. NEVER GIVE IN! NEVER GIVE UP! Keep on keepin on. The orange is melting. The brain is fading. Wimps can’t take pressure and the pressure is on, baby! We are the stand up, never give up RESISTANCE and we will be here as long as it takes!
Every person over 75 who is reading Adam’s expert info has been in “Good Trouble” before. In fact we thought we would not have to do this again! Voter rights? Dept of Education? Environmental laws? Abortion rights? Health care? Food for children ?
We need now each of us to take the wisdom of these wise readers and Adam’s willingness to provide truth to focus in our communities on what we can do. ELECT Democrats and Republicans ( Kinzinger)
who are not afraid to run on an open truthful platform to reinstate everything Trump , Musk, Vaught, Miller are dismantling. Show up for rallies, Town halls, doorsteps of those who are agreeing with Trump In our communities each time a member of Congress votes for Trumps rampage SHOW
up before the vote and after. It lets them know that we know and will remember when it comes time for us to vote.
Everyone should read Daniel Ellsberg’s article in MS magazine in 1st issue 1972. He gives a call to arms!
This is not Adam’s battle . It belongs to all of us! Get in Good Trouble yourself. We should have a large group at Mara Largo daily and all the golf courses where Trump golfs! People in Scotland did! Those over 75 keep inspiring and writing !
I just posted a new article, “Trump is Undermining the Fed, Even Without Firing Powell,” bobswandby.substack.com. I’m here to educate on economic and financial issues!
I refuse to use words like “terrifying” and “horrifying”. People who are terrified are paralyzed. Don’t be paralyzed. Get mad. Get involved. And STOP ceding power this gang of incompetents doesn’t have. If you’re a healthcare provider fight back against RFK. If you’re a lawyer file a complaint with the Bar Association about the corrupt head of the DOJ her sycophants.
Yes! Great message Adam. But please remember: Hopelessness is akin to clinical depression. If anyone can’t pull out of it, please seek help. For those of us who can, stay strong. Thanks, Adam, for “reading the room.” Small actions really do make a difference. Like Adam said, talk to your neighbor, vote in the boring elections. And know that in the timeless, universal fight between good and evil, good is always at least 51%. At least.
I would add just one more way to win. Write letters to the editor or respond to internet communications. It helps relieve the frustration and just might impress someone.
Thank you sooo much for posting this video Adam! It is truly needed right now! Made me think of one of my favorite quotes which I thought was from Helen Keller but it's from Edward Everett Hale: “I am only one, but I am one. I cannot do everything, but I can do something. And because I cannot do everything, I will not refuse to do the something that I can do.”
Great !! I am not going to argue with my Republican friends anymore…They all play golf… and the very worse thing you can say to a golfer is “ you cheated !” My dad use to day if someone cheats in golf … they will cheat in everything.. we have a poster child as President.. for cheating in everything.. Dad would say “cut him loose and never look back.. ms
We all feel knocked down sometimes, all through our lives. But my attitude has always been that you have to get up, pull up your socks, and get on with it.
A big difference now vs. past crises: In the past, our institutions were still in tact. Even during the Civil War, we had a brilliant president, legislators, and Cabinet members who sought to leverage the law and their political poser to sustain the country, not dismantle it. We now have venal, self-centered, power-hungry, bootlicking fools doing everything they can to destroy every institution that was created by the Founders and fought for ever since.
You're right to say "Don't give up," but the problem is knowing where to turn. Although many judges, even Trump-appointed ones, are taking on this nonsensical administration, they know that Trump and his minions are simply ignoring their decisions or manipulating the system through the Supreme Court's shadow docket.
We need to consistently turn out in large numbers, in the streets or through general strikes, in a show of force by the People.
I cannot believe how none of the institutions have held. And half of the country wants this! I do what I can, but I am disgusted by the constant barrage of Republicans' ignoring of all laws and norms.
It is just so hard. Racism, lying, fascism are rampant. Unfortunately "GOTV" getting out the vote is all I can think of. Rallies don't affect the righteous right.
each of us needs to create a zone of well-being and peace in their hearts and lives -- and let it ripple out through our courageous presence and through our actions
ditto, Jeffrey!
Wise words as always, Adam. You're a true leader and we are blessed to have you in our corner. Country First! 💪🏼🇺🇸
We need Adam to be part of rebuilding our democracy
When are we going to join him! Writing is great ! We need to support and follow his lead . He is keeping democracy as we love it from crumbling!
Kajillion percent!!
Adam, You are democracy’s cheer leader. With substance! Yep, this country has had horrific times. The bombs of this era are lies, propaganda, supremacy and fear mongering. I can only do as Jeffrey (in this substack posting) said, “create a zone of well being.” Wish I could do more.
Marty, I'm 80 years old. I thought I could attend rallies, but I couldn't. I tried to figure out what I could do. I'm writing postcards to NY-23 constituents to get Nick Langworthy defeated - even though I have arthritis in my hand and can only write two postcards a day. I get on Bluesky daily and support others, and once in a while, I post a link to an upbeat article or video. Gonna do that with Adam's talk today. As long as we don't give up, we're winning.
Nancy and everyone! The main thing is to stay in the game! I’m 81 and I get tired in the afternoon. I take a nap when I can, which is most days! Find something you love and spend time doing it away from the fray to recharge yourself. Take a longer break if you need it. NEVER GIVE IN! NEVER GIVE UP! Keep on keepin on. The orange is melting. The brain is fading. Wimps can’t take pressure and the pressure is on, baby! We are the stand up, never give up RESISTANCE and we will be here as long as it takes!
Every person over 75 who is reading Adam’s expert info has been in “Good Trouble” before. In fact we thought we would not have to do this again! Voter rights? Dept of Education? Environmental laws? Abortion rights? Health care? Food for children ?
We need now each of us to take the wisdom of these wise readers and Adam’s willingness to provide truth to focus in our communities on what we can do. ELECT Democrats and Republicans ( Kinzinger)
who are not afraid to run on an open truthful platform to reinstate everything Trump , Musk, Vaught, Miller are dismantling. Show up for rallies, Town halls, doorsteps of those who are agreeing with Trump In our communities each time a member of Congress votes for Trumps rampage SHOW
up before the vote and after. It lets them know that we know and will remember when it comes time for us to vote.
Everyone should read Daniel Ellsberg’s article in MS magazine in 1st issue 1972. He gives a call to arms!
This is not Adam’s battle . It belongs to all of us! Get in Good Trouble yourself. We should have a large group at Mara Largo daily and all the golf courses where Trump golfs! People in Scotland did! Those over 75 keep inspiring and writing !
Sound advice Rachel!!!
I just posted a new article, “Trump is Undermining the Fed, Even Without Firing Powell,” bobswandby.substack.com. I’m here to educate on economic and financial issues!
Thank you Nancy for all that you are doing!!!💙
Marty, you do more every time you reply, every time you txt or call a congress person, every time you express your outrage at the administration!
OMG, you gave us a hopeful headline....THANK YOU....right now I will not absorb more negativity....THANK YOU AGAIN!
I completely agree. This last few weeks have really been wearing me down and I needed a cheerleader instead of downer.
Thank you Adam 🇺🇸🩵💙
I refuse to use words like “terrifying” and “horrifying”. People who are terrified are paralyzed. Don’t be paralyzed. Get mad. Get involved. And STOP ceding power this gang of incompetents doesn’t have. If you’re a healthcare provider fight back against RFK. If you’re a lawyer file a complaint with the Bar Association about the corrupt head of the DOJ her sycophants.
Yes!!!!!
Yes! File that complain!
Thanks for reaching out, Adam. Some days like today it is everything.
Well said, Cathy. You’re right, sometimes it means everything !
Thank you, Adam
Thank you Adam.
Yes! Great message Adam. But please remember: Hopelessness is akin to clinical depression. If anyone can’t pull out of it, please seek help. For those of us who can, stay strong. Thanks, Adam, for “reading the room.” Small actions really do make a difference. Like Adam said, talk to your neighbor, vote in the boring elections. And know that in the timeless, universal fight between good and evil, good is always at least 51%. At least.
Thanks Adam 🙏🏻💕🙏🏻
I would add just one more way to win. Write letters to the editor or respond to internet communications. It helps relieve the frustration and just might impress someone.
Great suggestions Lucille. Please, everyone, feel free to throw ideas into the mix. An action a day keeps authoritarians at bay.
Thank you sooo much for posting this video Adam! It is truly needed right now! Made me think of one of my favorite quotes which I thought was from Helen Keller but it's from Edward Everett Hale: “I am only one, but I am one. I cannot do everything, but I can do something. And because I cannot do everything, I will not refuse to do the something that I can do.”
wonderful, inspirational quote!
Great !! I am not going to argue with my Republican friends anymore…They all play golf… and the very worse thing you can say to a golfer is “ you cheated !” My dad use to day if someone cheats in golf … they will cheat in everything.. we have a poster child as President.. for cheating in everything.. Dad would say “cut him loose and never look back.. ms
Thanks Mike! Sounds like what my Dad would say!
Thank you for reminder of hope, action, community!
We all feel knocked down sometimes, all through our lives. But my attitude has always been that you have to get up, pull up your socks, and get on with it.
A big difference now vs. past crises: In the past, our institutions were still in tact. Even during the Civil War, we had a brilliant president, legislators, and Cabinet members who sought to leverage the law and their political poser to sustain the country, not dismantle it. We now have venal, self-centered, power-hungry, bootlicking fools doing everything they can to destroy every institution that was created by the Founders and fought for ever since.
You're right to say "Don't give up," but the problem is knowing where to turn. Although many judges, even Trump-appointed ones, are taking on this nonsensical administration, they know that Trump and his minions are simply ignoring their decisions or manipulating the system through the Supreme Court's shadow docket.
We need to consistently turn out in large numbers, in the streets or through general strikes, in a show of force by the People.
I cannot believe how none of the institutions have held. And half of the country wants this! I do what I can, but I am disgusted by the constant barrage of Republicans' ignoring of all laws and norms.
👍💯
From the man who has my vote for President. Thanks for the smack upside the head.
"Oops Upside Your Head" Gap Band 1979: 😊
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yVjFwcdQlN0
It is just so hard. Racism, lying, fascism are rampant. Unfortunately "GOTV" getting out the vote is all I can think of. Rallies don't affect the righteous right.