Check out our latest substack post by Eleonore Wesserle on ICE violence and narrative power - a really important read for the current moment. https://thehorizonsproject.substack.com/p/ice-violence-and-the-struggle-to

Minnesota has already made history with the largest economic blackout in over 80 years. When nonviolent social and pro-democracy movements reach a certain critical mass - 3.5% - they overwhelmingly tend to succeed. We must keep up the momentum. Get and stay organized. ⬇️

Nonviolent resistance is our most effective tool against authoritarianism. ICYMI - Our Chief Organizer @mariajstephan.bsky.social joined @colbertlateshow.bsky.social last week to talk about nonviolent strategic action. Check out the video + ways to mobilize. www.youtube.com/watch?v=N7Mg...

In Minnesota and around the country, people are coming together to object to political violence and the government's use of force in their communities. We have the power to make political violence backfire. Learn more: www.endpoliticalviolence.org

Last night, our Chief Organizer Maria J. Stephan joined Stephen Colbert on The Late Show to discuss strategic nonviolent resistance against authoritarianism. Watch, share, and take action! www.youtube.com/watch?v=N7Mg... #NonviolentAction #NonviolentResistance #CollectiveAction

Maria Stephan joined Stephen Colbert on The Late Show to talk about effective nonviolent resistance. Watch and share! youtu.be/N7MgLMzsnmE And thanks to the team that helped this happen! @paxchristiusa.bsky.social @horizonsprjt.bsky.social #resist #nonviolence #resistance #protest

History—and current movements—tell the same story: organized, sustained nonviolent action changes outcomes. It exposes abuse. It builds pressure. It creates real alternatives. https://nonviolence.info/ #NonviolentAction #CollectiveAction

Tune in tomorrow night! Our Chief Organizer Maria J. Stephan is going to chat all things nonviolent action with Stephen Colbert on the Late Show. #NonviolentResistance #NonviolentAction #CollectiveAction

Millions are preparing to walk out on fascism and toward a free America today at 2pm, Why join? Because collective action works. We have the receipts. Check out our latest susbtack: https://thehorizonsproject.substack.com/p/big-tents-and-collective-action-can #CollectiveAction #NonViolentAction

We are heartened to see those in Minneapolis and around the country honoring Dr. Martin Luther King's legacy by acting courageously and using strategic nonviolent action to fight for something better. #MLKDay #NonViolentAction #NonCooperation

Today we remember more than a dream. We remember the work. In 1964, Martin Luther King Jr. came to Dayton, Ohio, and asserted, “We’ve come a long, long way, but we have a long, long way to go.”

NEXT WEEK: On Tues. 1/20 @12PM ET, we're hosting a webinar with @principlesfirst.bsky.social, @horizonsprjt.bsky.social, and the Center for Political Accountability on the risks that crony capitalism poses to our democracy. Register to join us here: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

Political violence is one of the most corrosive influences on democracy. But we have the power to make political violence backfire. Check out these 5 FAQs. https://thehorizonsproject.substack.com/p/harnessing-our-power-to-end-political @ezralevin.bsky.social @22ci.bsky.social

We need to be clear and honest about where we are and strategic hope about where we can go! The Anti-Authoritarian Playbook draws lessons from movements that won against authoritarianism. Visit bit.ly/antiauthoritarianplaybook

Noncooperation is one of the most effective tools against authoritarian governments. From economic boycotts to school walkouts, we are seeing a range of tactics across the country from a large pro-democracy movement that isn't slowing down anytime soon. #NonviolentResistance #NonCooperation

Authoritarians condone violence to advance their own goals. They spread disinformation to undermine the public's belief in the truth. Our best step forward in the face of unthinkable violence and loss of life is moving together through collective action.

If you want to go deep on the theory and strategy, this resource on how to make political violence backfire is informative and practical. static1.squarespace.com/static/666b7...

Think businesses and democracy organizers are always at odds? Think again. Check our out latest Substack post for a case study from Missouri. https://thehorizonsproject.substack.com/p/a-missouri-chamber-of-commerce-speaks

📅 Join us January 12 for this virtual training on #Interfaith Nonviolent Civil Resistance. Real organizing and real tactics. #CivilResistance #Democracy @interfaithalliance.org @faithandjustice.bsky.social @praeyesright.bsky.social @sojo.net @faithinaction.bsky.social

Pro-democracy movements are more successful when they are nonviolent, yet disruptive, and bring diverse individuals and groups into a united front. Lessons from the Indian Farmers' Protests: https://thehorizonsproject.substack.com/p/indian-farmers-unions-block-roads #Democracy #Organizing

In America, we love one another. But right now, ICE's cruelty is tearing our neighbors apart during the holiest time of the year. Watch this powerful ad by @interfaithalliance.org & @protectdemocracy.org Bear witness to the truth. 🔗 https://youtu.be/eALKrOVaRGg

Authoritarians globally use the same old playbook. We know how to mobilize a broad-based coalition to restore a government by and for the people. https://horizonsproject.us/authoritarianism-how-you-know-it-when-you-see-it-url-twitter/ #CivilResistance #Authoritarianism #NonCooperation

From the emotions driving fascism to the promise of community #organizing - check out what we're reading, watching and listening to. #Democracy #Noncooperation https://horizonsproject.us/the-vista-december-2025/ @bostonreview.bsky.social @npquarterly.bsky.social @deepaiyer.bsky.social

Keep pushing back against #authoritarianism in 2026! Check out insights from our Chief Organizer @mariajstephan.bsky.social and others leading the movement for #democracy.

In a stand for democracy, Argentine Catholic clergy are opposing President Javier Milei's restrictive policies but they haven't always been on the side of #freedom. Check out our latest Substack post to learn more. https://thehorizonsproject.substack.com/p/argentine-catholic-clergy-oppose

Authoritarian leaders depend on pillars of support to stay in power...until that supports starts to shift. Check out these tactics and examples on #NonCooperation #Organizing and standing up for #Democracy https://horizonsproject.us/pillars-of-authoritarianism/pillars-research-project/

Many US lawyers and #legal organizations are playing an important role protecting #Democracy by making it tougher for others to use the legal system to erode it. Read more in our latest Substack. https://thehorizonsproject.substack.com/p/us-lawyers-use-litigation-against-96f

ICYMI: The #SmallBusiness community can be a powerful ally in the fight for freedom. During Ukraine's Orange Revolution, small businesses provided essential support to sustain protests. LINK Subscribe to our Substack for a weekly case study in courage, movement-building and #democracy

A diverse movement is coming together in the U.S. to oppose the administration's abuse of power and anti-democratic actions. Keeping the tent big is key. @mariajstephan.bsky.social ➡️ https://www.justsecurity.org/125639/us-abuse-of-power-noncooperation/

The Horizons Project recognizes the urgency for a diverse movement to come together now in the United States to build a just, diverse, and peaceful #democracy - If you agree, follow us for lessons and inspiration in movement-building, #organizing and #NonviolentResistance

A growing swath of Americans are showing signs of discontent and refusing to cooperate with what they see as their rights, liberties, and economic interests being compromised under the Trump administration, write civic movement experts Adam Fefer and @mariajstephan.bsky.social:

This is your brain on #authoritarianism. Better understanding the brain's response to fear, toxic othering, and threats can help pro-democracy organizers confront the authoritarian playbook and come together across difference. ▶️ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bp9Qg3OXp6g

Action Alert in #DC - Join @freedcproject.bsky.social Friday at 11am to demand that #ICE and federal law enforcement stay away from the #WorldCup. #NonViolentAction https://freedcproject.org/event-list/no-ice-in-my-cup

The #SmallBusiness community can be a powerful ally in the fight for freedom and #democracy. During Ukraine's Orange Revolution, small businesses provided essential support to sustain protests.

Join Horizons at #BuildingTogether2026 in Seattle May 4-7! We're hosting a workshop on integrating the many networks and approaches working towards social change. Register now. https://lnkd.in/eMgkGgdq @councilfoundations.bsky.social

ICYMI: #MAGA loyalty shifts, cross-racial and cross-movement solidarity, comedy as #Resistance and more. Here's what we've been reading, watching and listening to this month! #Democracy https://horizonsproject.us/the-vista-november-2025/

We are grateful for and stand in #solidarity with all of our partners working from different vantage points to address injustice, advance societal healing, and reimagine our democracy. #Thanksgiving

Lessons for the US: Check out @npr.org's Throughline on the swift fall of #demoracy in Chile and the important work of rebuilding it. 🎧 https://open.spotify.com/episode/25v8iIvMasVj8emhc8JoPv?si=76Huslf-SsOvvKFp8SRakA&context=spotify%3Aplaylist%3A5iATPI1u8UfyoNSguZBFZG&nd=1&dlsi=5b37d89c2e744637

With #Thanksgiving and food on our minds, we're spotlighting the power of service and #faith to feed a movement. Read how the Sikh community helped nourish and sustain farmers' #protests in India. Subscribe for more examples of movement building: https://thehorizonsproject.substack.com/

🎧 Listen: @mariajstephan.bsky.social on the power of faith communities in movements to counter authoritarianism on the State of Belief podcast with @interfaithalliance.org https://www.interfaithalliance.org/post/the-power-of-faithful-non-violent-resistance-with-maria-stephan

Do revolutions work without getting all shooty? Or even slappy? Do they work better? Author Maria Stephan has done ALL the research. And our favorite sailor comes ashore to host our favorite game - it’s “Land Ho! with Toni Anita Hull.” @mariajstephan.bsky.social

#MAGA loyalty shifts, cross-racial and cross-movement solidarity, comedy as #Resistance and more. Check out what we're reading, watching and listening to this month! #Democracy https://horizonsproject.us/the-vista-november-2025/

Shout out to @steadystatevets.bsky.social @npquarterly.bsky.social @22ci.bsky.social @pbs.org @legalafmtn.bsky.social and others for the insights and inspiration this month! Check out our November Vista. https://horizonsproject.us/the-vista-november-2025/ #Democracy

In the mid-2000s, South Korea saw a democratic decline: oppression of political dissent, corruption, crackdowns on peaceful protest, outlawing groups opposed to the administration, and blacklisting authors. Sound familiar? See how unions mobilized for #democracy.

What stops authoritarianism? @mariajstephan.bsky.social explains why mass, #NonviolentResistance is one of the strongest tools we have. @vtdigger.bsky.social https://vtdigger.org/2025/11/12/vermont-conversation-maria-stephan-on-the-3-5-rule-and-how-nonviolent-resistance-can-stop-authoritarianism/

Read the new @shankerinst.bsky.social blog by The Horizons Project's Adam Fefer and Maria Stephan breaking down how educators can and do resist censorship, disinformation and fear-based politics. https://www.shankerinstitute.org/blog/when-educators-confront-authoritarianism

Communities of faith have played a critical role in challenging state #authoritarianism around the globe. Check out the latest from Horizons Co-Lead Maria Stephan on the Catholic leadership the U.S. needs now.

A great example of noncooperation from @chicago-city.bsky.social "Extraordinary moments require extraordinary actions." - Chicago City Treasurer Melissa Conyears-Ervin https://news.wttw.com/2025/11/12/chicago-will-stop-investing-us-treasury-securities-protest-authoritarian-trump-treasurer

A growing team of artists, cultural workers, cultural strategists and culture bearers are collaborating to supercharge the U.S. pro-democracy movement with the unique superpowers of arts and culture.

We created the Faithful Fight series with @horizonsprjt.bsky.social to help religious communities continue their tradition as key defenders of democracy. Read and share: https://protectdemocracy.org/work/the-faithful-fight