AbeniNov 8, 2022

We need more “I’m voting AND ____”

Voting is just one tool to fight fascism. And in the US it’s a tool that continues to weaken due to things like voter suppression, access, misinformation.

I call it harm reduction, but that’s not accurate. Most Dem politicians aren’t working for the world that I want to live in. But voting for them seems like the less harmful choice I can make.

For me, it’s what comes after the AND that helps move us to a better future.

Show threadAbeniNov 8, 2022

I’m voting and giving to #abortionfunds

I’m voting and learning about #abolition

I’m voting and engaging in #mutualaid

I’m voting and getting to know my neighbors and others in my #community

It seems futile some days. I want to do so much more but I have a finite amount of time and money. When it all feels futile, the words of Mariame Kaba give me hope.

“Pick a thing. Do the work. Fight like hell.”

What’s your AND?

Show threadSherean ✍️
@anxiousrage serving on the planning commission, advocating for #affordablehousing at every turn.
Nov 8, 2022 at 2:42pmWeb
Show threadAbeniNov 8, 2022
@Sherean those are great ANDs!
Show threadSherean ✍️Nov 8, 2022
@anxiousrage thanks - I have also worked on campaigns for yrs (marketing, social media) and am proud to be a part of the change happening in GA. I always tell my son to think about giving in three buckets: time, talent, and treasure. If you don't have $$, then volunteer. And he gives his "talent" as a youngster by agreeing to be on camera in videos for candidates all the time. When he's older, he'll canvass.