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Show Notes
Today, members of the Banner & Backbone and Centered America teams come together to discuss Protest Preparedness as we approach the 10/18 No Kings 2.0 events around the United States (and world). We utilize the guide by Caryss Fraser, in conjunction with Centered America.
This guide offers simple, easy-to-remember practical tips and preparations you can, and should, make prior to attending any protest. We highly encourage our communities to spread the word and follow through with these preparations — it is better to be prepared and have a plan, than not.
Above all else — and one of our mostly deeply held convictions — peacefully & patriotically.
It takes courage to stand in the face of violence, oppression, and hate while de-escalating a situation.
It takes courage — we at Banner & Backbone know you have it.
Thank you Caro Henry, Lisa | We Are The Third Estate, Beth Cruz, Anne, Maureen Drews, and many others for tuning into my live video with Nick Paro, Centered America, and Shane Yirak! Join me for my next live video in the app.
Banner & Backbone Authors’ Notes
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The America we strive for — it is one where we willingly remember the teachings of our past, humbly learn from our failings, proudly celebrate our successes, and boldly lead the way into a future for all people.
