Ten Lessons from the Global Playbook for Defending Democracy
Summary
In this final episode of 'American Un Exceptionalism,' hosts Matthew Taylor and Susie Hayward reflect on the lessons learned from their exploration of global resistance to religious nationalism and authoritarianism. They discuss the Trump administration's preparations for the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence and its potential implications. The episode outlines a playbook for building a resilient, agile, and nonviolent resistance movement against MAGA Christian authoritarianism. Key strategies include building broad coalitions, leveraging youth and culture, using non-cooperation tactics, and employing religious symbols and language. Throughout, the hosts emphasize the importance of learning from international examples and taking care of one's mental and spiritual well-being to sustain the struggle for democracy.
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