Welcome to the Gaslit Nation Action

Donald Trump is not the cause of America's fascism crisis; he’s a symptom. He reflects a deeper disease: corruption, institutional failure, and widespread indifference. We can no longer afford to look away.

We’re in a moment that calls not just for outrage, but for action. Democracy isn’t a guarantee; democracy is a lifestyle. It’s how we live, how we show up, and how we care for each other. Below is a living list of ways to take care of yourself, protect the vulnerable, and help defend what’s left to build a new democracy for all.

A Guide for the Road Ahead

  • Read for courage and clarity.

  • Stride Toward Freedom by Martin Luther King Jr. is more than a memoir; it’s a blueprint for organizing under fascism. MLK was called “radical” in his time for simply demanding dignity and human rights. Remember: it’s not “radical” to want clean air, fair wages, and freedom from fear and poverty.

Mantras & Mindsets

  • When you're afraid, repeat: Love. Use it like armor in tense public spaces or difficult conversations.

  • Have faith in your higher power, in your inner light, in each other. You are not alone. Ideas like democracy cannot be killed.

  • Stay human. Anger is natural, but unity is essential. Save the venting for trusted spaces. Focus on protecting and connecting.

Protect Yourself and Others

Build Community Power

Organize for the Long Haul

Be Prepared

  • Pack a go-bag. Make sure it has IDs, meds, water, masks, protein bars, chargers.

  • Get your documents in order. Passports, legal papers, and clean records. Have a lawyer you trust on speed dial.

  • Keep a journal. Record what’s happening. Believe your eyes and ears.

  • Buy physical books. Preserve history and ideas; don’t rely on tech platforms alone.

  • Have a safety plan. Know where you can go across town, state lines, or abroad if you need to.

Care for Your Mind

  • Protect your mental hygiene. Block grifters and defeatists. Build a circle of resilience.

  • Know your history. Read widely. Learn how we got here and how others fought back before us. Listen to the Gaslit Nation special How We Got Here. It took forty years for the far-right to hijack our democracy. We must plant seeds of change today, together.

  • Raise the next generation with hope. Shield young kids from the chaos as best you can. Empower older ones to believe in the power of their voice. 

No one is coming to save us. Change isn’t about one politician. It’s about systems, values, and who we choose to be in the face of rising fascism. There’s no single solution, but there’s strength in numbers, in organizing, and in love.

Whether you live in a Republican hostage “red state” or “blue state,” these resources are for you. Don’t take your rights for granted. Practice democracy every day, including staying informed. And if you’re not American and you live abroad, the Trump virus can happen anywhere. No democracy is exceptional. Be vigilant and protect your community. That’s how we win. A better world is possible. 

Thank you for staying in this fight with us.