I have a hard time as a toddler mom finding ways to resist while also trying to protect my family. That being said, this election has pushed me to read more, mostly all non-fiction about Christian nationalism, history, politics, mutual aid... I joined the app Fable (Goodreads is a no go for me) which has digital bookclubs... I think I might start my own! Resistance while watching Cars 2 for the hundredth time. Thank you for your post!
You’re doing it right — family comes first! The digital book clubs are a really good option for a lot of folks. That’s how I’m doing it from my end of things!
That's awesome! Thank you so much for responding. As a previous hot headed line cook, it is really hard to not want to do something with my hands, but that is a really good point. Family comes first. Thanks for all of the work you do! Look forward to reading some of your recommendations!
I just saw you on Meidas Touch with K. Harbaugh and was introduced to your idea about forming an antifascist book club. I must say that I love your suggestion and plan to contact a few of my friends to see if they would be equally as interested. Since my friends are scattered across the country, it will have to be in the digital arena. Mr. Goldsmith, thank you for giving me something more proactive to focus on rather than reactive, and thank you for your dedication to saving America.
Thank you for all you do, Kris! I just listened to your video on MeidasTouch and your advice about starting a book club is the most valuable and exciting call to action I’ve heard in a while lol … I’m even more motivated to start a book club at my local library because my local library just so happens to be 10 minutes from Mar-a-largo 😄✌️ #GoingOnOffense
This is wonderful to hear! I’m currently in your area — and despite the Trump diehards constantly being in everyone’s faces wearing his brand, I know there are lots of folks around here looking to get organized against the MAGA movement. I wouldn’t be surprised if you ended up with a gigantic book club!
Great reading list. I already have 3 but have only as yet resd On Tyranny. I think my local library ( in the Catskills) would be up for this. I’ll connect with them this week.
Please keep me updated and let me know how the library responds! I’d love to know if they’re helpful. (I imagine they will be, but want to know if people don’t get support too.)
Great recommendations for reading and easy path to start. Resistance to authoritarians can happen at every level. Not everyone needs to embody the trope of "revolutionary" to help correct this course.
That‘s right. Too many folks imagine active resistance being inaccessible to most — just hardcore street activism or something. But there are so many opportunities to do something important that don’t mean putting your body at risk.
This is very appealing to me, I read over 100 books per year, love discussing books, have read many of the books on your list, but have almost no local friends. I'm in the adirondacks and would fear for my personal safety doing this. My local library shut down for awhile after all the death threats to the employees (who all quit) because they had planned a drag queen story hour. It was outrageous. There are other libraries but I am concerned about all the dangerous people around after that, not to mention the insane things I hear on a daily basis from trumpers. I also deleted all my social media 4 years ago, which is how I am able to read over 100 books per year, but it is a big pain for things like this! If you know of any book clubs like this in eastern NY or western VT I'd be interested in hearing about them. A book I would recommend to all is The Last Green Valley by Mark Sullivan (WW2)
I can't figure out why everyone keeps giving him plausible deniability. Why does everyone believe the guy working for other hostile countries wouldn't do things that intentionally crater our economy and various types of government & infrastructure? Why do people keep painting this as incompetence instead of intent? What part of their party has shown us they want to govern instead of continually gifting them the excuse that they just can't figure it out?
They want to gerrymander the whole country to the point they aren't accountable to us... that's not incompetence. It's intent.
At first I wasn't sure about something like this, but now that you've put the seed of inspiration in a more fertile (yet inexperienced) mind, I must ask: Do you have any specific How-To's?
I get that one must learn on the job and each situation is different, but I like to learn from others as much as possible. Please do share any first steps, policies, pitfalls, things to do, and not to do. And perhaps it's too conspiracy-minded, but I'm concerned about keeping out from the awareness of the wrong people, you know?
I know this is a little thing, but it would help spread the word if you tell people it’s Kris with a K. Your work is so important and helping people to help you is the goal. 💙💙
This is how to dismantle the #usa #Oligarchy - The past holds the #Keys
Overthrowing an oligarchy—a system where power is concentrated in the hands of a few—requires collective action, organization, and often systemic change. Here are some key strategies populations have historically used:
1. Awareness and Education
• Educate the public: Help citizens understand the structure and impact of the oligarchy by exposing corruption and inequality.
• Build consensus: Spread awareness about shared grievances and the need for change through media, literature, and grassroots movements.
2. Grassroots Organisation
• Unify diverse groups: Bring together people across social, economic, and cultural lines under a shared goal of dismantling the oligarchy.
• Leverage community networks: Use unions, local organisations, and activist groups to mobilize people.
3. Nonviolent Resistance
• Mass protests: Organise demonstrations, strikes, and boycotts to disrupt the oligarchy’s economic and political power.
• Civil disobedience: Refuse to comply with unjust laws and policies that support the oligarchs.
• Strategic non-cooperation: Withdraw support from oligarchic institutions by boycotting businesses and elections controlled by elites.
4. Economic Pressure
• Redistribute wealth: Advocate for policies like progressive taxation, land reforms, and regulation of monopolies.
• Support ethical alternatives: Build cooperative businesses and community-owned enterprises to bypass oligarch-controlled industries.
5. Political Action
• Form or support alternative parties: Establish or back political movements that represent the majority and advocate for systemic change.
• Demand democratic reforms: Push for electoral reforms, such as campaign finance laws, to weaken oligarchic influence.
6. Alliances and International Support
• Build coalitions: Collaborate with labour unions, civil society organisations, and international human rights groups.
• Seek global attention: Use social media and international platforms to expose the oligarchy and gain support.
7. Address Power Structures
• Dismantle monopolies: Break up industries controlled by the oligarchs to reduce their economic power.
• Strengthen institutions: Push for judicial independence, transparency, and accountability in governance.
8. Revolution (Last Resort)
• If peaceful means fail and oppression intensifies, revolutions have historically overthrown oligarchies. However, revolutions carry significant risks, including violence, instability, and unintended consequences.
Historical Examples
• The French Revolution (1789–1799): Overthrew the aristocracy and established a republic.
• The Russian Revolution (1917): Dismantled the tsarist oligarchy, leading to the establishment of a communist government.
• South Africa’s anti-apartheid movement (20th century): Nonviolent resistance and international pressure dismantled a racially based oligarchic system.
Ultimately, the success of overthrowing an oligarchy depends on the population’s ability to sustain collective action, overcome divisions, and implement meaningful reforms once the oligarchy is dismantled.
This is how to dismantle the #usa #Oligarchy - The past holds the #Keys
Overthrowing an oligarchy—a system where power is concentrated in the hands of a few—requires collective action, organization, and often systemic change. Here are some key strategies populations have historically used:
1. Awareness and Education
• Educate the public: Help citizens understand the structure and impact of the oligarchy by exposing corruption and inequality.
• Build consensus: Spread awareness about shared grievances and the need for change through media, literature, and grassroots movements.
2. Grassroots Organisation
• Unify diverse groups: Bring together people across social, economic, and cultural lines under a shared goal of dismantling the oligarchy.
• Leverage community networks: Use unions, local organisations, and activist groups to mobilize people.
3. Nonviolent Resistance
• Mass protests: Organise demonstrations, strikes, and boycotts to disrupt the oligarchy’s economic and political power.
• Civil disobedience: Refuse to comply with unjust laws and policies that support the oligarchs.
• Strategic non-cooperation: Withdraw support from oligarchic institutions by boycotting businesses and elections controlled by elites.
4. Economic Pressure
• Redistribute wealth: Advocate for policies like progressive taxation, land reforms, and regulation of monopolies.
• Support ethical alternatives: Build cooperative businesses and community-owned enterprises to bypass oligarch-controlled industries.
5. Political Action
• Form or support alternative parties: Establish or back political movements that represent the majority and advocate for systemic change.
• Demand democratic reforms: Push for electoral reforms, such as campaign finance laws, to weaken oligarchic influence.
6. Alliances and International Support
• Build coalitions: Collaborate with labour unions, civil society organisations, and international human rights groups.
• Seek global attention: Use social media and international platforms to expose the oligarchy and gain support.
7. Address Power Structures
• Dismantle monopolies: Break up industries controlled by the oligarchs to reduce their economic power.
• Strengthen institutions: Push for judicial independence, transparency, and accountability in governance.
8. Revolution (Last Resort)
• If peaceful means fail and oppression intensifies, revolutions have historically overthrown oligarchies. However, revolutions carry significant risks, including violence, instability, and unintended consequences.
Historical Examples
• The French Revolution (1789–1799): Overthrew the aristocracy and established a republic.
• The Russian Revolution (1917): Dismantled the tsarist oligarchy, leading to the establishment of a communist government.
• South Africa’s anti-apartheid movement (20th century): Nonviolent resistance and international pressure dismantled a racially based oligarchic system.
Ultimately, the success of overthrowing an oligarchy depends on the population’s ability to sustain collective action, overcome divisions, and implement meaningful reforms once the oligarchy is dismantled.
I have a hard time as a toddler mom finding ways to resist while also trying to protect my family. That being said, this election has pushed me to read more, mostly all non-fiction about Christian nationalism, history, politics, mutual aid... I joined the app Fable (Goodreads is a no go for me) which has digital bookclubs... I think I might start my own! Resistance while watching Cars 2 for the hundredth time. Thank you for your post!
You’re doing it right — family comes first! The digital book clubs are a really good option for a lot of folks. That’s how I’m doing it from my end of things!
That's awesome! Thank you so much for responding. As a previous hot headed line cook, it is really hard to not want to do something with my hands, but that is a really good point. Family comes first. Thanks for all of the work you do! Look forward to reading some of your recommendations!
I just saw you on Meidas Touch with K. Harbaugh and was introduced to your idea about forming an antifascist book club. I must say that I love your suggestion and plan to contact a few of my friends to see if they would be equally as interested. Since my friends are scattered across the country, it will have to be in the digital arena. Mr. Goldsmith, thank you for giving me something more proactive to focus on rather than reactive, and thank you for your dedication to saving America.
I’m so glad to hear this, Carolyn! Thank you!
Thank you for all you do, Kris! I just listened to your video on MeidasTouch and your advice about starting a book club is the most valuable and exciting call to action I’ve heard in a while lol … I’m even more motivated to start a book club at my local library because my local library just so happens to be 10 minutes from Mar-a-largo 😄✌️ #GoingOnOffense
This is wonderful to hear! I’m currently in your area — and despite the Trump diehards constantly being in everyone’s faces wearing his brand, I know there are lots of folks around here looking to get organized against the MAGA movement. I wouldn’t be surprised if you ended up with a gigantic book club!
Soldiers for peace. I admire your initiatives and respect capacity to provide a way forward. Now following u, from Italy.
Great reading list. I already have 3 but have only as yet resd On Tyranny. I think my local library ( in the Catskills) would be up for this. I’ll connect with them this week.
Please keep me updated and let me know how the library responds! I’d love to know if they’re helpful. (I imagine they will be, but want to know if people don’t get support too.)
Great recommendations for reading and easy path to start. Resistance to authoritarians can happen at every level. Not everyone needs to embody the trope of "revolutionary" to help correct this course.
That‘s right. Too many folks imagine active resistance being inaccessible to most — just hardcore street activism or something. But there are so many opportunities to do something important that don’t mean putting your body at risk.
Please try to be interviewed on democracynow. Your words have to be heard.
This is very appealing to me, I read over 100 books per year, love discussing books, have read many of the books on your list, but have almost no local friends. I'm in the adirondacks and would fear for my personal safety doing this. My local library shut down for awhile after all the death threats to the employees (who all quit) because they had planned a drag queen story hour. It was outrageous. There are other libraries but I am concerned about all the dangerous people around after that, not to mention the insane things I hear on a daily basis from trumpers. I also deleted all my social media 4 years ago, which is how I am able to read over 100 books per year, but it is a big pain for things like this! If you know of any book clubs like this in eastern NY or western VT I'd be interested in hearing about them. A book I would recommend to all is The Last Green Valley by Mark Sullivan (WW2)
I can't figure out why everyone keeps giving him plausible deniability. Why does everyone believe the guy working for other hostile countries wouldn't do things that intentionally crater our economy and various types of government & infrastructure? Why do people keep painting this as incompetence instead of intent? What part of their party has shown us they want to govern instead of continually gifting them the excuse that they just can't figure it out?
They want to gerrymander the whole country to the point they aren't accountable to us... that's not incompetence. It's intent.
Dr.Bandy X Lee also has informative books/writings & warnings about Trumpism/Fascism here in America. And she has a Substack.
And Jason Stanley's book ..How Fascism Works. The Politics of Us and Them.
At first I wasn't sure about something like this, but now that you've put the seed of inspiration in a more fertile (yet inexperienced) mind, I must ask: Do you have any specific How-To's?
I get that one must learn on the job and each situation is different, but I like to learn from others as much as possible. Please do share any first steps, policies, pitfalls, things to do, and not to do. And perhaps it's too conspiracy-minded, but I'm concerned about keeping out from the awareness of the wrong people, you know?
Please and thank you!
WA Book Club?
I know this is a little thing, but it would help spread the word if you tell people it’s Kris with a K. Your work is so important and helping people to help you is the goal. 💙💙
This is how to dismantle the #usa #Oligarchy - The past holds the #Keys
Overthrowing an oligarchy—a system where power is concentrated in the hands of a few—requires collective action, organization, and often systemic change. Here are some key strategies populations have historically used:
1. Awareness and Education
• Educate the public: Help citizens understand the structure and impact of the oligarchy by exposing corruption and inequality.
• Build consensus: Spread awareness about shared grievances and the need for change through media, literature, and grassroots movements.
2. Grassroots Organisation
• Unify diverse groups: Bring together people across social, economic, and cultural lines under a shared goal of dismantling the oligarchy.
• Leverage community networks: Use unions, local organisations, and activist groups to mobilize people.
3. Nonviolent Resistance
• Mass protests: Organise demonstrations, strikes, and boycotts to disrupt the oligarchy’s economic and political power.
• Civil disobedience: Refuse to comply with unjust laws and policies that support the oligarchs.
• Strategic non-cooperation: Withdraw support from oligarchic institutions by boycotting businesses and elections controlled by elites.
4. Economic Pressure
• Redistribute wealth: Advocate for policies like progressive taxation, land reforms, and regulation of monopolies.
• Support ethical alternatives: Build cooperative businesses and community-owned enterprises to bypass oligarch-controlled industries.
5. Political Action
• Form or support alternative parties: Establish or back political movements that represent the majority and advocate for systemic change.
• Demand democratic reforms: Push for electoral reforms, such as campaign finance laws, to weaken oligarchic influence.
6. Alliances and International Support
• Build coalitions: Collaborate with labour unions, civil society organisations, and international human rights groups.
• Seek global attention: Use social media and international platforms to expose the oligarchy and gain support.
7. Address Power Structures
• Dismantle monopolies: Break up industries controlled by the oligarchs to reduce their economic power.
• Strengthen institutions: Push for judicial independence, transparency, and accountability in governance.
8. Revolution (Last Resort)
• If peaceful means fail and oppression intensifies, revolutions have historically overthrown oligarchies. However, revolutions carry significant risks, including violence, instability, and unintended consequences.
Historical Examples
• The French Revolution (1789–1799): Overthrew the aristocracy and established a republic.
• The Russian Revolution (1917): Dismantled the tsarist oligarchy, leading to the establishment of a communist government.
• South Africa’s anti-apartheid movement (20th century): Nonviolent resistance and international pressure dismantled a racially based oligarchic system.
Ultimately, the success of overthrowing an oligarchy depends on the population’s ability to sustain collective action, overcome divisions, and implement meaningful reforms once the oligarchy is dismantled.
This is how to dismantle the #usa #Oligarchy - The past holds the #Keys
Overthrowing an oligarchy—a system where power is concentrated in the hands of a few—requires collective action, organization, and often systemic change. Here are some key strategies populations have historically used:
1. Awareness and Education
• Educate the public: Help citizens understand the structure and impact of the oligarchy by exposing corruption and inequality.
• Build consensus: Spread awareness about shared grievances and the need for change through media, literature, and grassroots movements.
2. Grassroots Organisation
• Unify diverse groups: Bring together people across social, economic, and cultural lines under a shared goal of dismantling the oligarchy.
• Leverage community networks: Use unions, local organisations, and activist groups to mobilize people.
3. Nonviolent Resistance
• Mass protests: Organise demonstrations, strikes, and boycotts to disrupt the oligarchy’s economic and political power.
• Civil disobedience: Refuse to comply with unjust laws and policies that support the oligarchs.
• Strategic non-cooperation: Withdraw support from oligarchic institutions by boycotting businesses and elections controlled by elites.
4. Economic Pressure
• Redistribute wealth: Advocate for policies like progressive taxation, land reforms, and regulation of monopolies.
• Support ethical alternatives: Build cooperative businesses and community-owned enterprises to bypass oligarch-controlled industries.
5. Political Action
• Form or support alternative parties: Establish or back political movements that represent the majority and advocate for systemic change.
• Demand democratic reforms: Push for electoral reforms, such as campaign finance laws, to weaken oligarchic influence.
6. Alliances and International Support
• Build coalitions: Collaborate with labour unions, civil society organisations, and international human rights groups.
• Seek global attention: Use social media and international platforms to expose the oligarchy and gain support.
7. Address Power Structures
• Dismantle monopolies: Break up industries controlled by the oligarchs to reduce their economic power.
• Strengthen institutions: Push for judicial independence, transparency, and accountability in governance.
8. Revolution (Last Resort)
• If peaceful means fail and oppression intensifies, revolutions have historically overthrown oligarchies. However, revolutions carry significant risks, including violence, instability, and unintended consequences.
Historical Examples
• The French Revolution (1789–1799): Overthrew the aristocracy and established a republic.
• The Russian Revolution (1917): Dismantled the tsarist oligarchy, leading to the establishment of a communist government.
• South Africa’s anti-apartheid movement (20th century): Nonviolent resistance and international pressure dismantled a racially based oligarchic system.
Ultimately, the success of overthrowing an oligarchy depends on the population’s ability to sustain collective action, overcome divisions, and implement meaningful reforms once the oligarchy is dismantled.
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