Hi, it’s Jane Fonda.

Democracy for America Advocacy Fund invited me to send this message to you, because they know how urgently we need to act.

Donald Trump is threatening to send troops into Chicago — and Illinois Governor JB Pritzker is giving him the only answer he deserves: "Do not come to Chicago."

This truck will circle Trump Tower and drive through Chicago’s busiest streets — with information helping people know their rights and learn how to fight back when Trump’s troopers invade.

When I saw this, I donated right away. If you are able, I hope you will too.

Can you chip in to help the PCCC keep this truck rolling in Chicago — and to support Democracy for America Advocacy Fund’s continued fight against Trump’s oppressive agenda?

What Trump is doing in Washington, D.C. is not just about intimidation — it’s about rehearsal.

Every checkpoint, every armored vehicle, every overwhelming show of force is an exercise in how to control and subdue American cities. They used what they learned in Los Angeles when they descended on D.C., and they’ll use what they’ve learned in D.C. if they come to Chicago. And it won't stop there. We need to ensure people know their rights and know how to fight back.

I’ve spent decades fighting for peace, justice, democracy, and climate action. At this stage of my life, I refuse to stand by while our cities are being occupied — with people living under the weight of armed troops and overwhelming, oppressive federal force. Silence in moments like this is not an option.

Can you chip in whatever you can so the PCCC can make sure Governor Pritzker’s defiance — and Chicago’s resistance — is shouted from every corner of the city, and help fuel Democracy for America Advocacy Fund’s critical work to confront Trump’s abuses?

History is being written in real time. Together, let’s make sure it records that people rose up — loudly, visibly, and with determination — to confront and stop Trump’s authoritarian power grab.

Thank you for standing with me,

— Jane Fonda