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As Republicans target vital public services to offset a massive deficit caused by tax cuts for the rich, Bernie Sanders is taking action. His "National Tour to Fight Oligarchy" aims to empower Americans against the rise of authoritarianism and kleptocracy. #FightOligarchy

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[–] [email protected] 4 points 1 week ago (1 children)

Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world: indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has.
— Margaret Mead

[–] meowmeowbeanz -2 points 1 week ago

Margaret Mead’s quote is about revolutionary change, not romanticizing performative gestures. You’ve grossly misappropriated her words to defend hollow organizing without a plan. Thoughtful, committed citizens dismantle systems—they don’t idolize figureheads or play house with oppression. Mead would roll her eyes.