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General Strike - Vermont Chapter @generalstrikevt.bsky.social · Jul 4
We've changed our meeting time and location - join us every week on Wednesday from 6pm to 7pm on Jitsi!

meet.jit.si/GSUS-VT-Weekly-Meeting
Password: GSUS-VT-Weekly-Meeting

Hope to see you there!
generalstrikevt.bsky.social
We've changed our meeting time and location - join us every week on Wednesday from 6pm to 7pm on Jitsi!

meet.jit.si/GSUS-VT-Weekly-Meeting
Password: GSUS-VT-Weekly-Meeting

Hope to see you there!
July 4, 2025 at 10:42 PM
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Join us tonight at 6PM for a chapter meeting where we will Introduce new members, debrief the No Kings protests taking place on June 14th,
discuss next steps of the GSUS VT Chapter, and discuss how a strike in Vermont might look!
June 17, 2025 at 3:01 PM
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These signs look familiar?

I’m supporting a general strike nationwide and volunteering with the hard working action oriented community @generalstrikevt.bsky.social

Join us and prepare to strike for change!
generalstrikeus.bsky.social General Strike US @generalstrikeus.bsky.social · Jun 16
We have some pretty incredible coalition members who are working tirelessly to make a general strike a reality. Here are some of them at the recent #NoKings rally.

Vermont showing out with some incredible signs!
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A picture of four clipboards, three rows of stickers, and a clear container with strike cards on a black background. The papers on the clipboards read "Commit to a general strike today - for a better future", have the general strike logo on them, and are sign up sheets for in person commitments. The stickers have a black background. The row on the left reads join vermonters striking for national change. The middle row reads strikes build rights. The row on the right reads let's fix this mess together. A pile of signs with white backgrounds and wooden stakes for holding in the trunk of a car. One reads billionaires want us to fight about it generalstrikevt.com. Others read they are taking it away so they can sell it back to us don't privatize this! and Share freedom! generalstrikevt.com. A tabling set up outside on the grass. The sign around the table reads generalstrikeus.com across the top, with large #GSUS on the bottom next to the general strike logo. A poster board is on top of the table with the words general strike VT at the top and various posters and the strike card on it. The posters read, workers over billionaires with the GSUS vermont logo on it, Share freedom with lady liberty, wealth only trickles up, Billionaires want us to fight about it, and more. On the top of the table are four clipboard with papers on them for in person strike commitments, a binder with the GSUS welcome packet in it, stickers, and strike cards.
June 17, 2025 at 11:49 AM
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What's next? Here's some information from Erica Chenoweth's research.

"...contemporary movements tend to over-rely on mass demonstrations while neglecting other techniques—such as general strikes and mass civil disobedience—that can more forcefully disrupt a regime’s stability."
June 16, 2025 at 5:59 PM
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We have some pretty incredible coalition members who are working tirelessly to make a general strike a reality. Here are some of them at the recent #NoKings rally.

Vermont showing out with some incredible signs!
@generalstrikevt.bsky.social
A picture of four clipboards, three rows of stickers, and a clear container with strike cards on a black background. The papers on the clipboards read "Commit to a general strike today - for a better future", have the general strike logo on them, and are sign up sheets for in person commitments. The stickers have a black background. The row on the left reads join vermonters striking for national change. The middle row reads strikes build rights. The row on the right reads let's fix this mess together. A pile of signs with white backgrounds and wooden stakes for holding in the trunk of a car. One reads billionaires want us to fight about it generalstrikevt.com. Others read they are taking it away so they can sell it back to us don't privatize this! and Share freedom! generalstrikevt.com. A tabling set up outside on the grass. The sign around the table reads generalstrikeus.com across the top, with large #GSUS on the bottom next to the general strike logo. A poster board is on top of the table with the words general strike VT at the top and various posters and the strike card on it. The posters read, workers over billionaires with the GSUS vermont logo on it, Share freedom with lady liberty, wealth only trickles up, Billionaires want us to fight about it, and more. On the top of the table are four clipboard with papers on them for in person strike commitments, a binder with the GSUS welcome packet in it, stickers, and strike cards.
June 16, 2025 at 3:38 PM
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The No Kings VT Bluesky feed has a ton of great content from all over the state. (You can view even if you don't have a BlueSky account.)
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June 15, 2025 at 5:13 PM
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Want to learn more about the General Strike? Live in Vermont?

Visit www.generalstrikevt.com or follow us on our other social medias:
📷 Instagram @generalstrikevt
📘 Facebook: General Strike US - Vermont Chapter

Not in Vermont? Check out the national GSUS website generalstrikeus.com
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June 15, 2025 at 3:57 PM
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Both things are true: the protests are impactful AND the 3.5% guiding principle emphasizes more sustained action.

These awareness raising events are good for morale AND we need the once a month numbers to show out more often than that.

We need protests AND we need a general strike.
June 15, 2025 at 4:49 AM
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Yep that’s the story today. And the next story is how we funnel these millions of new people into sustained local organizing in service of democracy.
jamellebouie.net jamelle @jamellebouie.net · Jun 15
the story today is of a profoundly low energy military parade being met with millions of americans in nationwide protests denouncing the dictatorial pretensions of the president
June 15, 2025 at 1:41 AM
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I’m no military historian but as someone who grew up in small town Wisconsin I know a sad ass “Fun Fest” parade when I see it
thebhp.bsky.social The British History Podcast @thebhp.bsky.social · Jun 15
Nations typically throw military parades to demonstrate their organizational prowess and national unity.

So…uh… message received.
June 15, 2025 at 4:03 AM
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Thank you for your attention to this matter! #NoKings
June 15, 2025 at 3:14 PM
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What’s next after over five million people here in the US, along with allies in cities from London to Tokyo, stood united yesterday in the belief that democracy is worth fighting for?

We’re glad you asked. 👇
What's Next — No Kings
www.nokings.org
June 15, 2025 at 3:22 PM
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No Kings Day was one of the largest days of protest in US history. From deep red small towns to our largest cities, millions of people turned out to make it clear that the American people will not bow to fascism. #NoKings
June 15, 2025 at 2:38 PM
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Thank you everyone who showed up and listened to us today! I only managed to snag one photo of our table in Burlington, but it was great how many people we got to talk to today!!
June 14, 2025 at 9:20 PM
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6/14 NO KINGS BURLINGTON - 12-4PM
Summary Schedule (subject to change)
www.mobilize.us/nokings/even...
6-14 No Kings Burlington 12pm-4pm — SCHEDULE (subject to change) Just before Noon: arrival of 4 marches led by Queen City Indivisible, VCPL, and Camel’s Hump Indivisible Hour 1: Welcome & Opening Energy Speaker: Mohsen Mahdawi Performers: Afro-Brazillian band Sambatucada, Avi Salloway with Miriam Bernardo Hour 2: Voices & Reflection Speakers: Esther Charlestin, Rosanne Greco, VT U.S. Representative Becca Balint, Alison Bechdel  Addressing: Veterans’ issues, a voice from the arts on LGBTQ+ in Vermont, call to action Performers: Donia Prince, Resister Sisters presentation and Die-In Hour 3: Action & Advocacy Speakers: Migrant Justice; Rights & Democracy (RAD); VCPL (Wafic Faour), AFSCME1674 (Andy), Storyteller (Rachel Nevin), FreeHer (Jayna), Progressive Party (Tanya Vyhovsky) Addressing: Migrant issues and community building, student issues and global impacts, labor and workers’ rights, decarceration and the struggle of Black women Performers: Solidarity Singers, Waves of Adrenaline Hour 4: Looking Forward & Closing Speakers: Amanda Janoo, VPIRG (Jordan Heiden), Max Barrows; Nikhil Goyal; Vermont State Treasurer Mike Pieciak; Kirsten Murphy, Storyteller (Kathy Bloom) Addressing: Well-being initiatives and future possibilities, Democracy Summer campaign and direct democracy, disability rights and self-advocacy, education Performer: Heidi Wilson BURLINGTON EVENT: https://www.mobilize.us/nokings/event/784865/ March from the South side of Burlington (Queen City Indivisible): https://www.mobilize.us/nokings/event/794162/ March from the North side of Burlington (Queen City Indivisible): https://www.mobilize.us/nokings/event/794163/ March through Burlington (VCPL): https://www.instagram.com/p/DKcUWRFiB6k/?igsh=N3g3ZHZkb2x6bzNu March through Burlington (Camels Hump Indivisible): https://www.mobilize.us/camelshumpindivisible/event/797420/ DIE-IN: https://www.mobilize.us/mobilize/event/791116/ PARKING: https://50501vermont.com/burlington-vt-parking/ VOLUNTEER:…
June 14, 2025 at 5:23 AM
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🚨Tips for Protesting🚨
June 14, 2025 at 2:48 AM
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The neighborhood is getting ready for tomorrow
June 13, 2025 at 4:56 PM
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Trump is testing the boundaries of his power right now. His military escalation in Los Angeles is a rehearsal for what MAGA wants to do across the nation. That’s why we need millions of Americans to join us tomorrow for peaceful protests on #NoKings Day: www.nokings.org?SQF_SOURCE=i...
June 13, 2025 at 11:50 PM
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Thank you @alex-padilla4ca.bsky.social!

You heard the man ❌👑

Trump and his ilk want you to feel small and alone. Tomorrow, we're doing something really fricken big, and we're doing it together. Join us!

www.nokings.org?SQF_SOURCE=i...
June 14, 2025 at 12:08 AM
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Will you proudly wave the American flag for a special veteran this Flag Day? As the flag travels across the Vermont, we want to hear your hero’s story. Who are you honoring? What does this flag mean to you? Share your story on social media, and be part of something powerful.

Use #nokingsvt
RELAY FOR DEMOCRACY HONORING OUR FLAG FROM BORDER TO BORDER JUNE 14 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM * Host a porch party * Plant a flag or sign * Wave & cheer along the route * Join a scheduled event Celebrate FLAG DAY by lining the spine of Vermont with pride, in a wave through of every town up Route 8! ALL THE DETAILS: https://50501vermont.com Map of Vermont, with Route 7 symbol and rough path of the road with Pownal at the bottom and Highgate at the top
June 10, 2025 at 11:36 PM
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Democracy isn't free.
Neither are rallies.
Donate to 50501 Vermont:
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DEMOCRACY ISN’T FREE Neither are Rallies ———————————————————————————— Donate to 50501VT/Vermont Rises* 50501VT needs YOU to help own the change we’re demanding! Fund our Stage and Sound Amplify the call for change— help fund the sound and stage for 6/14 No Kings Day! Fund Water for Volunteers Hydrate the heroes— donate a drop for those who never stop! Fund the Porta-potties Every dollar helps us go a little further… or at least go more comfortably. Help fund porta potties for 6/14 No Kings Day! https://secure.actblue.com/donate/vermontpolrev50501 You can support the work of 50501 Vermont by making a donation to us through VERMONT RISES. Your donations helps pay for these expenses, and more, such as permits, insurance, and security. YOUR CHANGE SUPPORTS CHANGE *50501 Vermont is a sponsored group of Vermont Rises—Working in support of Vermont Activism.
June 12, 2025 at 2:10 AM
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6/14 No Kings Day - Vermont:
50501vermont.com/no-kings-day/

#nokingsvt #nokings #50501vt #50501movement #relayfordemocracy
6/14 USEFUL LINKS! 6/14 No Kings Day - Vermont: https://50501vermont.com/no-kings-day/ BURLINGTON EVENT: https://www.mobilize.us/nokings/event/784865/ March from the South side of Burlington (Queen City Indivisible): https://www.mobilize.us/nokings/event/794162/ March from the North side of Burlington (Queen City Indivisible): https://www.mobilize.us/nokings/event/794163/ March through Burlington (VCPL): https://www.instagram.com/p/DKcUWRFiB6k/ March through Burlington (Camels Hump Indivisible: https://www.mobilize.us/camelshumpindivisible/event/797420/ Burlington DIE-IN: https://www.mobilize.us/mobilize/event/791116/ Flag Relay for Democracy (Route 7): https://50501vermont.com/flag-relay-for-democracy/ BURLINGTON PARKING: https://50501vermont.com/burlington-vt-parking/ VOLUNTEER: https://50501vermont.com/volunteer/ DONATE: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/vermontpolrev50501 (Please chip in! We're sure you'll appreciate the porta-potties and the stage and sound system. We also paid for all of the necessary permits, insurance, and security. Donations of any size are greatly appreciated.) 50501 Vermont logo
June 13, 2025 at 7:28 PM
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Mt Trashmore
June 13, 2025 at 11:38 PM
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We're getting ready for tomorrow's #nokings protest in #burlington - Join us at the Waterfront park with @50501vt.bsky.social tomorrow, 6/14/2025!
June 14, 2025 at 1:53 AM