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EPISODE · Apr 1, 2025 · 3 MIN

Trump and Musk are daring us to stop them—let’s rise to the challenge.

from Power to the People · host Laurie Woodward Garcia and People Power United

People Power United is a group of community members that champions progressive values and power for the people.Donald Trump and Elon Musk are tearing through our democracy, wrecking everything in their path, and calling anything that stands in their way “illegal.” They’re testing the strength of the American people—and it’s time we answer.This is a crisis. But it’s also our moment.On Saturday, April 5, we’re joining a powerful coalition— MoveOn, Public Citizen, labor unions, and more—for a nationwide day of action to say loud and clear: Hands off our democracy. Hands off our rights.Want in? Here’s how to get started:Join the NATIONAL MOVEMENT CALLJoin the national mass call on April 1 at 8:00 p.m. ETHear from movement leaders like Rahna Epting (MoveOn), Randi Weingarten (AFT), and members of Congress about:* The legal fights against Trump’s lawless power grabs—like the detention of Mahmoud Khalil and blatant defiance of court orders* How we’re defending Social Security, public education, and other vital public services* What to expect and how to get involved in the April 5 nationwide mobilization* Click here for more information or to sign-upJoin a Rally near you on Saturday, April 5Find a rally near you—virtual or in-person—and sign up to take action on April 5There are events all across the country. Whether you’re outraged by the attacks on our democracy, our economy, or our communities—this is your moment to rise up.We are the firewall. Let’s show them what people power really looks like.Join the mass call on April 1. Show up on April 5. Let’s stop the chaos and take back our future. Click here for more information or to sign-up.Thanks for taking action!Together we can champion Progress and Power to the PeoplePeople Power United is a movement fueled by hope, action, and belief in progress. Together, we’re over 250,000+ strong in all 50 states—powered by people like YOU.Here’s what makes us special:💡 Grassroots energy: No fundraising, no constant emails asking for donations.📢 Impact through action: We believe in the possibility of change and do the work to make it happen. We don’t just complain, we make change happen!Want to join the fight for progress and community where everyone can thrive? Take action:🔗 Follow us on Social Media. Every heart ❤️, comment 🗣️, share 📢, and follow 📌 helps us grow our movement.🔗 Subscribe to our Events and Communications🔗 Subscribe to Movement News🔗 Sign up for upcoming events🔗 Push for progress with Action AlertsJoin us to build People Power! Together, we can champion our rights, freedoms, and democracy, hold our leaders accountable to the people's will, and inspire voters to make a meaningful difference.Laurie Woodward Garcia (paid with hugs and kisses, not bought by special interests)Leader, People Power UnitedRepresenting America's largest grassroots organization with over 200,000+ members, driven entirely by the energy and commitment of everyday people. We are proudly 100% independent, powered by people—not special interests.People Power United | In this community, we will always speak out against racism, xenophobia, Islamophobia, antisemitism, homophobia, misogyny, sexism, ageism, ableism, sizeism, elitism, transphobia, misogynoir, and bigotry!People Power United is a group of community members that champions progressive values and power for the people. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit newsletter.peoplepowerunited.org/subscribe

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