Such a great talk with Chris Armitage about all the ways states and individuals should take action against the fascist regime.
In this episode of Freedom Over Fascism, Dr. Stephanie Gerber Wilson interviews
, who discusses the concept of ‘soft succession’ as a means for states to combat federal overreach and preserve democracy. Armitage emphasizes the importance of anti-corruption measures, creating parallel social safety nets, and engaging in local politics to effectively resist fascism. He advocates for sustained activism and community involvement as essential strategies for change.Takeaways
Soft succession is about empowering states to resist federal overreach.
Anti-corruption efforts are crucial for restoring democracy.
States can create parallel social safety nets to protect citizens.
Engaging in local politics is vital for meaningful change.
Activism should focus on small, sustained actions over time.
Negotiating with the federal government can involve withholding tax revenue.
Educating the public is the first step in activism.
Building community and culture is essential for long-term resistance.
Local elections are key to fighting back against fascism.
A vision for a post-fascist future includes universal education and basic income.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Soft Secession and Its Importance
05:20 Empowering States Against Federal Overreach
10:14 Funding State Initiatives and Social Safety Nets
15:32 Anti-Corruption Measures and Restoring Oversight
19:41 Creating Collaborative State Solutions
23:18 Engaging with State Leaders and Public Consensus
27:03 Counterarguments and the Need for Bold Actions
29:26 The Rise of Authoritarianism
33:28 Strategies for Resistance
39:21 Activism and Community Engagement
47:51 Local Politics and Long-Term Change
49:45 Envisioning a Post-Fascist Future
Keywords
freedom, democracy, soft succession, anti-corruption, activism, local politics, federalism, public policy, community advocacy, healthcare
