In Progress – more will be added to this page (probably before Oct 17)
Download your copy from https://cavotes.org/easy-voter-guide/
Slides for presentation on Oct 7 meeting.
[TBD – Video of their presentation on 10/07]
There are a number of resources on this site; see: talk-to-others
This article offers good starting points for conversation and how to talk about them.
A Decision Guide for Supporting Democracy Organizations and Candidates
Prepared for Indivisible Portola Valley Members and Friends
A practical worksheet for comparing values, effectiveness, transparency and need before contributing time or money.
Created by Steve G. with Microsoft Copilot (GPT 5).
[Click on the titles to show the PDF pages.]
Saturday, October 17, 2026. See Events below
For over a year, millions of people have come together to send a clear message: in America, we have no kings. Power does not belong to billionaires, strongmen, or politicians who believe they are above accountability.
Power belongs to the people, but only if we use it.
A $10/sign donation is suggested. Currently in stock at Reach & Teach Book Store in San Carlos. If not available, they can be requested Here.
Designed by Bruce R.
Designed by Cindi S.
This is a PDF of the slide set for the Presentation at the July 08, 2026 IPV General Meeting. See the videos below that were played at the specified page numbers.
Page 14 Video: The pastor (Doug Wilson) who wants to repeal voting rights for women is becoming more mainstream
Page 24 video: WATCH: Hegseth prays for ‘overwhelming violence’ against enemies. (stop at 4 min if you wish)
Page 33 Video: (Let me know the URL if you find it.)
Page 35 Video: This 60-second clip explains MAGA
Page 37 Video: James Talarico talks about what it *actually* means to be a man.
After the presentation, a question was asked about who is organizing to address this issue? This organization was offered:
Know Your Rights
By ACLU
Last month, the Bay Area braced for a surge of National Guard soldiers and federal immigration agents. Although Trump ultimately called off the troops, in the short time Border Patrol officers were here, they fired flash-bang grenades at peaceful community members and shot a pastor in the face with a pepper ball. The unprovoked violence was a chilling glimpse of how future immigration raids could unfold here. That’s why we can’t become complacent.
Be prepared and know your rights in case federal agents show up anywhere in our region:
This is from the ACLU’s Know Your Rights page.
by Elizabeth Cronise McLaughlin
Publisher: The Ripple Effect Institute
Recommended by: Bruce R.
If it feels like America is sliding deeper into darkness—with voter suppression, book bans, gag orders, and fear spreading daily—you’re not alone. The truth is, fascism thrives when good people hesitate, but democracy grows stronger when ordinary people take action. You don’t need the full roadmap to change the world; you just need to take the next best step. Even the smallest action—whether it’s organizing in your community, speaking out at a school board meeting, or showing up for your neighbors—can disrupt authoritarianism and build momentum for lasting change. In this video, I’ll share why action is the antidote to despair and how you can start making a difference today, no matter your resources or time. History shows us that small acts, multiplied by thousands, topple regimes and create movements. Don’t wait for the “perfect” moment or the “perfect” leader—your courage matters now.
A FREE GUIDE FOR PROGRESSIVE LEADERS READY TO CREATE LASTING IMPACT
This handout describes some of the Pillars of Support.
Each time a pillar institution yields to or supports the regime, the regime grows stronger. In contrast, noncooperation — refusing to do what is expected, disrupting the normal course of events, and withdrawing support from unjust or illegal policies — weakens the regime and creates cracks in its foundation of power.
Some examples:
ANTI-CRIMINALIZATION
COMMUNITY DEFENSE/MIGRANT JUSTICE
This came from the Mutula Aid 101 course.
Harnessing Our Power to End (HOPE) Political Violence
Recommended by Bob B.
Here is the link to a 2024 data-driven guide for communities across the United States on how to organize to counter political violence and intimidation. Minneapolis has been using these techniques among others that were developed in 2020 in response to George Floyd’s murder to show how to build a “mutual aid culture” of caring and courage. There are lots of practical suggestions with context that Indivisible chapters and others can use.
Harnessing Our Power to End (HOPE) Political Violence is a guide for communities across the United States to organize to counter political violence.
It’s for people who recognize the dire stakes that political violence creates, and who want to work together nonviolently to protect our communities and uphold democracy.
The vast majority of people in the US – in cities and small towns, across party lines, and from all walks of life – oppose political violence. Together, we need to push back against those who want to silence our voices, who try to deny us our rights, and who aim to bully their way into political influence through intimidation and violence.
