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Here is a proven formula for protecting the vote while keeping the peace

To prevent a stolen election we must win decisively at the polls and use disciplined nonviolent mass action to defend the legitimate results.

October 17, 2020

How to face right-wing violence while defending the election — a conversation with George Lakey

As Americans prepare to stop a coup, concerns for safety are rising. Longtime trainer George Lakey offers lessons on overcoming fear and minimizing violence.

October 15, 2020

10 things you need to know to stop a coup

While keeping people focused on a strong, robust election process is a must, we also need to prepare for a coup.

September 18, 2020

What will it take to defend the election? Here’s one winning strategy

A knee-jerk protest won’t stop a Trump power grab. It’s going to take several clear, do-able strategies that together enable us to win.

September 10, 2020

Mass direct action might be the only way to stop Trump from stealing the election

The more quickly we nonviolently disrupt Trump’s plans — at scale — the less longer-term disruption to our country and our lives.

August 27, 2020

We need a plan to prevent a Trump takeover — and this anti-coup research shows the way

By studying the research that shows how other countries have handled coup attempts, we can better counter or even prevent one of our own.

August 11, 2020

Understanding Trump’s game plan in Portland could be the key to preventing a coup in November

Defeating Trump’s “law and order” strategy will mean creating a plan to win based on our strengths and his weaknesses.

July 25, 2020
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