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The ACLU has hired Bernie Sanders organizers to build a grassroots platform to mobilize citizens
02.10.17 | 3:24 PM
The ACLU is working on a new project aimed at engaging everyday citizens with the work it does. Described as a "grassroots platform," it will give citizens looking to resist Donald Trump's regime myriad resources for action.
Newly hired national political director Faiz Shakira former Harry Reid advisertells me he's brought on a group of digital organizers, many of whom worked on the Bernie Sanders campaign, to build out this new platform. "They have a lot of experience in marshaling the collective power of volunteers in asking them to do valuable work," he says.
With over $24 million in donations since Trump's election, the ACLU is able to invest in new projects. According to a new blog post, $13 million will go toward this one. "The crowds have funded us," says Shakir. "And the crowds should get it back." The platform will offer information about events and rallies people can attend as well as offer other ways to help out. Shakir sees it as a progressive counterbalance to citizen-focused right-wing programs from groups like the NRA.
https://news.fastcompany.com/the-aclu-has-hired-bernie-sanders-organizers-to-build-a-grassroots-platform-to-mobilize-citizens-4030507
NCTraveler
(30,481 posts)I'm sure they will be an important part of the team he is assembling.
HoneyBadger
(2,297 posts)Revolution is in the air, and forward thinking organizations like the ACLU are getting ready now. Kudos to all.
NCTraveler
(30,481 posts)79 million since the election. Trump is filling the coffers of some of our best organizations.