Boycotts Reshape Corporate America in 2026
#Activism #BoycottsAs the US marks 250 years, its founding boycotts inspire modern activism. 2025 saw effective consumer actions against major corporations, demonstrating the power of sustained, nonviolent economic pressure to drive change and build alternative institutions. read more
"Pastor leads Spanish-language sermon to aid immigrants amid anti-immigrant stance"
#Immigration #ActivismPastor Juan Carlos Ruiz preaches to a Spanish-speaking congregation in Brooklyn, offering legal aid and meals amid US immigrant fear and confusion under the Trump administration. Churches like Good Shepherd are becoming grassroots hubs for support, providing services and advocacy. read more
Activist and Recipients Brace for Potential Medicaid Cuts Under Trump
#MedicaidCuts #ActivismMary Beth Cochran, an activist, stands in front of the US Capitol to protest proposed Medicaid cuts by the GOP to fund $4.5tn in tax cuts and immigration crackdowns. Medicaid recipients express concern about losing critical support. read more
Legacy of LGBTQ+ Activism: Drawing on History to Resist Challenges
#LGBTQ #ActivismGay Liberation Front Rally in Times Square turned into a riot. LGBTQ+ community reverts to history to confront Trump era challenges. Queer activism from the late 70s and 80s demonstrated the power of direct action, unity, and visibility. + read more
"Campus War Protesters Face Tightened Security, Backlash, Push for Divestment"
#CampusProtests #ActivismUS colleges are increasing security measures and protest guidelines in response to last spring's pro-Palestinian demonstrations, leading activists to consider new strategies to protest the war in Gaza. Students face disciplinary actions and strive to continue activism despite risks. read more
"The Activism of Grandmothers: Challenging Stereotypes, Inspiring Change"
#Ageism #ActivismPat, a 71-year-old activist, dismisses age stereotypes at an anti-racism protest, stating, "Someone's got to do it." Many older women challenge norms, advocating for change in various causes, highlighting the power of older women in activism. read more
#CivilRights #Activism
Bernice Johnson Reagon, a prominent US civil rights activist and singer, passed away at 81. She used her voice and lyrics to combat racism, was a scholar, and part of the civil rights movement. Reagon was a member of the SNCC Freedom Singers and founded Sweet Honey in the Rock. read more
#CivilRights #Activism
James Lawson Jr, a civil rights activist and close advisor to Martin Luther King Jr, dies at 95 after a short illness in Los Angeles. Known for advocating nonviolent protests and leading workshops in Nashville in 1960, influencing major desegregation. read more
#Activism #Democracy
"Protest is never convenient, never comfortable, and frequently unpopular," said by Gaspard, emphasizing the importance of activism. He highlights the need for disruptive protests amid political opposition, stressing the significance of dissent in choosing democracy. read more