Midland hosts 2 key organizations—Midland County Democratic Party & Women of Michigan Action Network—offering a space for ongoing activism. Local groups connected to Voters Not Politicians keep the community engaged. They ensure activism is always accessible! #OrganizingTip #BeyondResistance ✊💙

Let's shift the focus from fear to hope! 🌍✨ For too long, we've warned about climate change and democracy's decline. Now, let's build a future together that inspires action. What positive vision can we create? #OrganizingTip #BeyondResistance #PositiveChange

Working people. That's who we should be standing for! - Erin Petrey 🙌🙌🙌 @erinpetrey.bsky.social @jlaustin13.bsky.social@

Big win ✅ Victory lap ❌ We’re talking what happens AFTER you win—and why organizing doesn’t stop Give it a listen 👇 Apple: tinyurl.com/3rmxrbb3

Turns out you can win tough races with real conversations, community, and a whole lot of hustle New episode with Senator-elect Chedrick Greene 🔥 Grassroots works. Period. Spotify: tinyurl.com/yc6zywdj @misendems.bsky.social @jlaustin13.bsky.social

Navigating whether to show up can be tough. 🤔 Are you welcome? Should you act like a politician or just be yourself? 🤷‍♂️ Chat with your team and weigh all the angles! #OrganizingTip #BeyondResistance

Staying organized can be tough! 🗂️ Spreadsheets, phone lists, and volunteer skills can get confusing. Whether you use apps or spreadsheets, keep info easy to find and update! It makes your work smoother and helps those who follow! #OrganizingTip #BeyondResistance

The key skill for any candidate, door knocker, or movement builder? Storytelling! Share concise anecdotes that resonate with your audience. Whether it's your own experience or a story you've heard, practice telling it well! #OrganizingTip #BeyondResistance 📖✨

There’s nothing that can be said right now. It’s all so . . . stupid.

Trump and MAGA have taken America in a troubling direction. While being nice isn't the solution, we can embody the change we want to see. Culture shift starts with us. 🌍✊ #OrganizingTip #BeyondResistance

Explore the outreach tools available to you! If you're part of an Indivisible group or a Dem Party, check what your umbrella organization offers. If not, research options that fit your budget. #OrganizingTip #BeyondResistance 🌟

Community mobilizers and candidates face a unique challenge. We must inspire belief in change while being realistic about its pace. Let's forge a new campaigning approach that harnesses the people's will for real impact. ✊✨ #OrganizingTip #BeyondResistance

Democracy is supposed to be competitive. This episode talks courage, community, and why identity attacks are always a tell. Spotify: tinyurl.com/5n8ahc9r @joannawhaley.bsky.social @jlaustin13.bsky.social

Be an active part of your community, whether you're a candidate or an organization. Build trust by engaging in events like parades, fundraisers, and city council meetings. There are endless ways to connect! 🌟 #OrganizingTip #BeyondResistance

If you’re wondering how Greene won… it’s not a mystery. It’s infrastructure, organizing, and time. We break it down in the latest Beyond Resistance 👇 YouTube: tinyurl.com/yauzpzk3 @jlaustin13.bsky.social @darrincamilleri.bsky.social @misendems.bsky.social

Republicans thrive on fear and hate. That's not who we are. Let's focus on a positive vision for the future! Together, we can build a better world. 🌍✨ #OrganizingTip #BeyondResistance

Spreadsheets and graphs can feel overwhelming, but a leader or a dedicated group can inspire change! They motivate us to take those small steps that lead to big movements. Let's get moving! 💪✨ #OrganizingTip #BeyondResistance

One of my favorite moments in organizing is when someone suddenly says, "I have a connection for that!" 💡 These moments not only spark friendships but also strengthen our movement. Let's keep building those bridges! #OrganizingTip #BeyondResistance

We all have different views—moderate or progressive. Let’s be strategic and welcome everyone into the movement. It doesn’t always have to be your way! 🌈 #Strategy #Midterms2026 #BigTent

When grassroots candidates gain momentum and the political class chooses chaos. New Beyond Resistance episode is out 🎧 Find us on all major platforms or here on Apple: tinyurl.com/s2uwnnvj @jlaustin13.bsky.social @joannawhaley.bsky.social

If you're an organizer or activist & haven't read Microactivism by Omkari Williams, what are you waiting for? 🙌 Dive into her 6 Principle Manifesto to elevate your activism! Get her book & get active! 📚✨ bookshop.org/: tinyurl.com/5murmr79 #Microactivism #Activism @omkariwilliams.bsky.social

We must be strategic with our dissent. Vote your heart in the primaries, but unite behind the nominees, even if yours doesn’t win. No Democrat will be as harmful as unchecked Trump power. 🌊💙 #OrganizingTip #Primaries #BuildBluePower

Let's embrace our differences and keep pushing forward! We may not see eye to eye on everything, but we share 90% of our vision. No need for attacks—let's unite! 💪✨ #OrganizingTip #BeyondResistance #Unity #Progress

Unwinnable ≠ unimportant. Funding blue candidates in red districts builds accountability. Let’s talk about it. Apple: tinyurl.com/bdhcsybf #Organizing #Grassroots #BluePower @everystateblue.bsky.social @hornish.bsky.social @jlaustin13.bsky.social

Hot take: running everywhere isn’t a waste—it’s essential. New Beyond Resistance episode 🗳️🎧 Spotify: tinyurl.com/5f4hs3dn @jlaustin13.bsky.social @hornish.bsky.social @everystateblue.bsky.social@

Politicians often think "meet them where they are" means changing their views to appeal to more people. Meeting them where they are should mean finding common ground and guiding them toward your perspective. There's no loss in finding that meeting point! 🤝 #OrganizingTip #BeyondResistance

In Red communities, "Progressive" often brings to mind stereotypes. But it’s really about Medicare 4 All, a Living Wage, and getting Money Out of Politics. Let's share our vision and inspire change! 💪✨ #OrganizingTip #BeyondResistance #Progressive

Gerrymandering is the least sexy word in politics and also one of the most important. Let’s fix that. New pod is live 🎧 Apple: tinyurl.com/mr269fz9 @katebarrcanwin.bsky.social @jlaustin13.bsky.social

A KING reminding us of checks & balances. I know he’s a figurehead, but still . . . we shouldn’t need to remind our GOP Congress of the power they abdicated to Trump. The Founding Fathers are rolling in their graves & the Founding Mothers are reborn in the rage of women ready to take action.

An episode for everyone who’s ever thought: “Surely there is a better way to do democracy than THIS.” (There is. Kate Barr explains.) YouTube: youtu.be/y-XZF6REKb4 @katebarrcanwin.bsky.social @jlaustin13.bsky.social @

If you’re tired of politics being cruel and ineffective, this episode is for you. 🎧 Beyond Resistance, out now. Spotify: tinyurl.com/2utatv8k @jlaustin13.bsky.social

Make the most of your data, whether it's your own or pre-collected! Tracking conversations and feelings is key to targeted campaigns. Remember: Decide with data, lead with heart! 💖📊 #Data #Campaign #Midterms2026

Hope is a renewable resource, actually. Featuring: Chris Swanson, servant leadership, and proof that values > labels. ➡️Apple: tinyurl.com/539an3n8 @jlaustin13.bsky.social

This photo should be on the front page of every single newspaper in America today.

GOP is always picking a fight. It’s time Dems stepped up and finished one. #Redistricting

Democracy is messy. It’s loud, joyful & uncomfortable. We spent the weekend inside that tension — and unpacked it on the new episode. (We don't touch on racism, antisemitism & attacks against progressives & others. More next week.) YouTube: tinyurl.com/3ypjw56y #MDPConvention #MichiganPolitics

Dive into the human side of politics! 🎙️ From COVID to economic challenges, this episode is a must-listen. Check out Beyond Resistance with Lisa McIntyre now! 👂 Apple: tinyurl.com/3fnzt7ke #BeyondResistance #Politics #Podcast @jlaustin13.bsky.social

🎙️ NEW EPISODE: Join us with Lisa McIntyre—therapist, school board leader, and State House candidate. We’ll explore empathy, data, and community. Tune in & share! 👂👇 Spotify: tinyurl.com/296ccpdj #LocalDemocracy #Empathy #CommunityBuilding

Trump touted how great he was because of “no tax on tips”. (Never-mind it only saves the average tip receiver a few hundred each year). It’s hilarious to hear Trump & MAGA get so close to them understanding a fundamental truth, but just not quite getting there. And by funny I mean fucking tragic.

Can't wait to see everyone and have a chance to talk about how we flipped our red city blue! #BluePower #Mcihigan #Politics

That sounds like a threat. it's not a threat. we swear. Just . . . you better have a good answer! 😁 #BluePower #Michigan #Politics

Want to be a Beyond Resistance star?! Stop by and answer our question and you could make it onto one of our socials posts! (Okay, star might be a little bit of a misnomer. Maybe, twinkle?) #Michigan #Democrat #Politics

Can't wait for this event. Our first convention! Come hear more about the pod and what we did in Midland to flip the city BLUE! #BluePower #Midterms2026

For those of you “waking up” or making excuses, Trump was always like this. The racism, the misogyny, the bluster, the greed, the crazy things he said. It was always there to see and he hasn’t changed other than to get even worse than he was in 2016. But it was always there.

Can't wait to see everyone at the convention! It's going to be a blast! #MDPConvention #Michigan #Democrats

Can you imagine any sane person posting this about themselves unironically? Let alone the fucking President?

It’s time to step up. LFG!

I have a little secret: I’m obsessed with spreadsheets and lists! 📊 They help me keep track of volunteers, donors, and more. Staying organized makes everything smoother! #OrganizingTips #BeyondResistance

What posts resonate most? 🕒 When are your followers most active? 📈 What type of content attracts new followers? Let's dive into the numbers for better outreach! #OrganizingTips #BeyondResistance #Analytics