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The Movement

The Contrarian Covers the Democracy Movement
Wednesday: Protests in Illinois, Colorado, Oregon, and more.
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We Marched for Freedom in 1963. In 2026, the Job Still Isn’t Finished.
Political freedom and economic freedom are inseparable.
Honor Dolly; March for Justice
Contrarian Calls to Action: How to take action for democracy this week.
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Marching Again on Washington for Jobs and Freedom
The 63rd anniversary of the 1963 march is Friday, and we’re still marching.
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March on Washington; Stop ICE Shock Gloves
Contrarian Calls to Action: How to take action for democracy this week.
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Say No to Flock, Stand Up for Big Bend
Contrarian Calls to Action: How to take action for democracy this week
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Honor the Voting Rights Act; Become a Poll Worker
Contrarian Calls to Action: How to step up for democracy this week
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March for Civil Rights in Chicago; Throw a ‘Party at the Polls’
Contrarian Calls for Action: How you can help defend democracy
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Demand Justice for ICE Victims, Protect Our Wildlife
Plus: A new march on Washington, fight Flock, and more
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Create ‘Good Trouble’ and Fight Street-Camera Surveillance
Contrarian Calls to Action: How to make a difference for democracy.
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Demand ICE Accountability, Make ‘Good Trouble’
Contrarian Calls to Action: How to make a difference for democracy.
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Support Trans Youth and Be Patriotic
A special how-to guide for commemorating America 250 while fighting for democracy
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