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Indivisibles,

This Thanksgiving, many of us will be reuniting with our extended family
for the first time since the election. And there’s a high probability
that, at some point, the conversation around the dinner table will turn to
Trump’s victory, cabinet nominees, and what’s to come. 

So, let’s talk turkey and figure out how to navigate the political drama
that might be served alongside the pumpkin pie this year. 

If your family shares your politics, that’ll certainly make this week
easier. An opportunity to decompress and process with family might not be
pleasant, but it can be cathartic. Community has gotten a lot of us
through the past few weeks, and not everyone has that. So, if you have
members of your family who feel the same way you do, and are looking for
ways to get involved and take action, please: 

* [ [link removed] ]Invite them to find their community by joining a local Indivisible
group 
* [ [link removed] ]Share our new guide with them so they have actionable ways to fight
for their values 

If you’ve got a broader spectrum of political opinions at the table this
year and decide to engage, we’ve got some tips on that too. Know, going
in, you’re not going to convince anyone they voted the wrong way or
transform anyone’s worldview overnight. The goal isn’t to WIN the argument
or land a devastating GOTCHA moment that’ll echo in family lore for years
to come. And we should be real that some people -- your hard-core MAGA
uncle, perhaps -- might be too far down the rabbit hole to be reachable in
the immediate future.

But also keep in mind that many people who voted for Trump weren’t voting
for Project 2025, haven’t considered the reality of mass deportations,
aren’t on board with massive tax breaks for billionaires, and may find
themselves deeply disillusioned within months.

It’s not easy, but if you CHOOSE to engage and navigate these
conversations delicately, these relatives might just reach back out when
the backlash to Trump’s policies begins. And maybe we can bring them over
to our side next time. 

* Show up hungry to listen: People can feel if you are actually
listening with curiosity vs just waiting for your next opportunity to
speak. Whether or not you feel troubled by what the other person is
saying, it will only alienate them further/make it harder to move them
if you’re faking it.
* Serve up thoughtful questions: Get curious and show the other person
that curiosity. If you’re talking about a specific issue or topic, you
can ask the person if there was a time in their life when they
experienced that directly (for instance, do they know any immigrants
in their own life, do they know any trans people, and so on). You’d be
surprised how often this tactic can lead people to question the
political talking points they were just spouting. 
* Mix in reflections on conflicting views: When someone expresses a
jumble of political ideas -- say, they voted for Trump but have voiced
support for abortion access -- take a moment to help them sieve
through those thoughts and explore any internal struggles they raise. 
* Acknowledge the spice of critique from the right and left: Not
everyone will savor what the Democratic party is dishing up,
especially if they've felt the recipe lacked seasoning and depth
lately. If someone is historically left-leaning but moved away from
Dems because of concerns related to Palestine, immigration, lack of
benefits to their own lives, or another issue, forcing them to hear
about all of Trump’s wrongs or telling them that the issue isn’t
important will not work. Instead…
* Share what brings you to the table: Once you’ve listened, share your
own personal stories that have shaped your views. Try to highlight
points of agreement, but where that has led you to different
conclusions (“I’m very much with you on that feeling/X topic. For me,
that speaks to the need for…”).

Is this a foolproof system? Nope. Some people just really like to yell.
But these steps usually work better than just yelling back. If you have
some good conversations, we’d love to hear about it. Feel free to reply to
this email to share how things went. 

And while it’s just us talking, please know we are profoundly thankful to
you for everything you are doing in this difficult moment. It is your
energy that fuels this movement and your dedication that shapes our
future.

With that, check out your weekly to-do’s:

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 Your 5 weekly to-dos

 1. [ [link removed] ]Read the new Indivisible Guide. Our new “Practical Guide to
Democracy on the Brink” is an update on our original guide and it’s
full of information, tips, and strategies designed to help you harness
your power, organize effectively, and push back as Trump seeks to
undermine our democracy and impose Project 2025. Read the new guide,
share it with your friends, and get ready to organize Trump and his
cronies right out of power.
 2. [ [link removed] ]Join an Indivisible group, or start your own. Whether you’re in a
blue, red, or purple state, you can always find strength in numbers.
Individuals don’t have a lot of power, but groups do. In the years
ahead, Indivisible groups will be at the center of fighting back
against Trump’s authoritarian agenda and organizing to defeat MAGA at
the ballot box.
 3. [ [link removed] ]Contact your Democratic senators and tell them to oppose H.R.
9495. On 11/21, the House passed H.R. 9495, a bill that would give the
incoming Trump unchecked power to target any non-profit organization
that stands in the way of his MAGA agenda. Now, the bill is going to
the Senate for consideration. Because Dems control the Senate, the
real risk here is that the bill gets attached to some other piece of
must-pass legislation. We need Senators to forcefully speak out
against that happening. 
 4. [ [link removed] ]Tell your Democratic senators to fill every judicial vacancy
now. The Senate can work around the clock to confirm Biden’s judicial
nominees or Trump will get the chance to fill all those vacancies with
MAGA activists in robes. Tell your senators you expect them to put in
the long hours necessary to get pro-democracy judges confirmed.
 5. [ [link removed] ]Check out our new toolkit, Democrats Safeguarding Democracy: A
Blueprint For Blue States to Prepare for Trump 2.0. If you’re in a
blue state, there are numerous ways your state lawmakers can act
swiftly to protect the safety, rights, and freedoms of their residents
-- and even mitigate the harm of a Trump presidency for residents of
others states. This toolkit will show you how to push your leaders to
take action against the looming threat of a second Trump
administration. If you’re in a state where your Democratic elected
officials are already making moves to resist, you’ll learn how to
cheer on your electeds and how to stand by them when the going gets
tough.

P.S. -- The policies we advocate for and the rights we defend all hinge on
our relentless pursuit of a government that works for everyone. Our work
is far from done; it's an ongoing commitment to our values and our future.
[ [link removed] ]Chip in today to ensure we can keep pushing, keep fighting, and keep
making our voices heard.

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Truth Brigade Big Truths: Year-End Debrief and Party

“Celebration” seems difficult when we think of the increase in
disinformation we expect in 2025, and yet we DO have much to celebrate! In
our last Truth Brigade call of 2024, we’ll rekindle our hope through
pragmatic planning. We’ll celebrate accomplishments, get to know one
another in small groups, and launch our holiday message campaign. Coming
together in community is our path to resilience.

[ [link removed] ]Join our final Truth Brigade Big Truths call on Wednesday, December 11
at 6:30pm ET/3:30pm PT.

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