THE FASCIST REPUBLICAN CAMPAIGN OF INTIMIDATION IS WORKING
From school board battles over BLM signs in Newburg, Oregon, to the bodies in the streets of Kenosha, Wisconsin, bullying, death threats, and murder are the latest attacks on democracy.
QUICK READ: Millions of Americans at war with democracy have effectively replaced uncomfortable truths with the pleasures of hate. Inflamed by the lies of officials, the fascists, in their “fight for freedom,” are attacking shoppers, airline workers, “Antifa,” all kinds of local officials, and any imaginary opponent. Intimidated local officials fleeing their offices will be replaced by fascist Republicans, and the destruction of democracy will be complete.
TAKE ACTION NOW:
BACKGROUND
These are not normal times. But as uncomfortable as it is to look at what’s happening to America, looking away is not an option.
Lies fanning fears (of vaccines, of Black people, of stolen elections, etc.) have worked well for Republicans, but the cost is unnecessary Covid deaths and dangerous polarization. Still, even as the GOP uses fear to dismantle our election, health, and educational systems, a slim majority of Americans continues to believe in facts.
So, to plunge their war on democracy deeper, American fascists are dialing up their extreme actions:
Republicans are using violent threats to quash dissent and terrify election workers.
Republican leaders are not tamping down, but inflaming calls for violence.
School board members fear for their lives, and weapons are brandished to intimidate city council members.
If faithful public servants abandon their positions to fascists, what does the future hold?
The anti-education war is already expanding into libraries, with the GOP demanding that books be burned.
A Republican running for Senate in Ohio warns voters that his opponent is Jewish, and Trump official Michael Flynn calls for one national religion.
Sound familiar? Experts warn that the attacks on democracy are a risk to national security.
Get involved.
ACTION One: Call the Senate.
Script for Oregon Senators
SEN. MERKLEY: Portland office: 503-326-3386 | D.C. office: 202-224-3753
My name is [--] and I'm a constituent from [city], Oregon [zip code].
Please speak out against the Republican-provoked campaign of violence. Demand that Congressman Gosar be punished for his AOC threat and stand up for the ousted Newberg school superintendent. Stabilize democracy by ending the minority weapon of the filibuster and passing the voting rights bills.
SEN. WYDEN: Portland office: 503-326-7525 | D.C. office: 202-224-5244
My name is [–] and I’m a constituent from [city], Oregon [zip code].
Please speak out against the Republican-provoked campaign of violence. Demand that Congressman Gosar be punished for his AOC threat and stand up for the ousted Newberg school superintendent. Stabilize democracy by ending the minority weapon of the filibuster and passing the voting rights bills.
Script for Republican Senators
D.C switchboard: 202-224-3121
My name is [–] and I’m a constituent from [city], [state], [zip code].
You are stoking a fire you can’t control. Demand civility and honesty.
ACTION TWO: Call the House.
Script for Suzanne Bonamici (OR-01)
Oregon office: 503-469-6010 | DC office: 202-225-0855
My name is [–] and I’m a constituent from [city], Oregon [zip code].
Please speak out against the Republican campaign of violence. Demand that Congressman Gosar be punished for his AOC threat and stand up for the ousted Newberg school superintendent.
Script for Cliff Bentz (OR-02)
Medford office: 541-776-4646 | DC office: 202-225-6730
My name is [–] and I’m a constituent from [city], Oregon [zip code].
It is time for your party to actually participate in the governing process and support the legislation your constituents need and want.
Script for Earl Blumenauer (OR-03)
Oregon office: 503-231-2300 | DC office: 202-225-4811
My name is [–] and I’m a constituent from [city], Oregon [zip code].
Please speak out against the Republican campaign of violence. Demand that Congressman Gosar be punished for his AOC threat and stand up for the ousted Newberg school superintendent.
Script for Peter DeFazio (OR-04)
Eugene office: 541-465-6732 | DC office: 202-225-6416
My name is [–] and I’m a constituent from [city], Oregon [zip code].
Please speak out against the Republican campaign of violence. Demand that Congressman Gosar be punished for his AOC threat and stand up for the ousted Newberg school superintendent.
Script for Kurt Schrader (OR-05)
Salem office: 503-588-9100 | DC office: 202-225-5711
My name is [–] and I’m a constituent from [city], Oregon [zip code].
Please speak out against the Republican campaign of violence. Demand that Congressman Gosar be punished for his AOC threat and stand up for the ousted Newberg school superintendent.
Action 3:
Other opportunities for action include:
WRITE LETTERS AND POSTCARDS IN GOOD COMPANY,
FRIDAY, NOV. 19, 4:00pm: https://www.mobilize.us/swingleft/event/274619/
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FURTHER READING:
Menace Enters the Republican Mainstream - The New York Times
GOP silence deafening as post-Jan. 6 threats of violence escalate | TheHill
How angry extremists are drowning out local CA governments | The Sacramento Bee
Special Report: Reuters unmasks Trump supporters who terrified U.S. election workers | Reuters
School Board Members Face Rising Threats Across the U.S. - The New York Times
Why Public Health Is in Crisis: Threats, Departures, New Laws - The New York Times
Conservatives Are Just Openly Endorsing Book Burning Now | Vanity Fair
