100. Educate, Activate, Elevate, Repeat. Chris Armitage and fighting fascism and soft secession

In this episode of Freedom Over Fascism, Dr. Stephanie Gerber Wilson interviews Christopher Armitage, who discusses the concept of 'soft succession' as a means for states to combat federal overreach and preserve democracy. Armitage emphasizes the importance of anti-corruption measures, creating parallel social safety nets, and engaging in local politics to effectively resist fascism. He advocates for sustained activism and community involvement as essential strategies for change. takeaways Soft succession is about empowering states to resist federal overreach. Anti-corruption efforts are crucial for restoring democracy. States can create parallel social safety nets to protect citizens. Engaging in local politics is vital for meaningful change. Activism should focus on small, sustained actions over time. Negotiating with the federal government can involve withholding tax revenue. Educating the public is the first step in activism. Building community and culture is essential for long-term resistance. Local elections are key to fighting back against fascism. A vision for a post-fascist future includes universal education and basic income. titles Empowering States: A New Approach to Democracy Soft Succession: Resisting Federal Overreach Sound Bites "We can't rely on the Department of Justice anymore." "We need to create parallel social safety nets." "We need to build a culture around activism." Chapters 00:00Introduction to Soft Secession and Its Importance 05:20Empowering States Against Federal Overreach 10:14Funding State Initiatives and Social Safety Nets 15:32Anti-Corruption Measures and Restoring Oversight 19:41Creating Collaborative State Solutions 23:18Engaging with State Leaders and Public Consensus 27:03Counterarguments and the Need for Bold Actions 29:26The Rise of Authoritarianism 33:28Strategies for Resistance 39:21Activism and Community Engagement 47:51Local Politics and Long-Term Change 49:45Envisioning a Post-Fascist Future