People are constantly asking me — what can I do?

Millions have hit the streets in protest. America continues to show that Trump’s authoritarianism won’t go unchallenged. But marching isn’t enough on its own. Between now and the 2026 midterm elections, there’s a lot more we can do. 

Here are five, practical next steps you can take to make a difference:

1. Call your representatives in Congress: 

We are in a national emergency. You may think that calling your member of Congress doesn’t have much effect — but it does. Your representatives need to know where you stand as the Trump regime attacks our democracy — and they need to hear from you every day if that’s what it takes. 5 Calls Dot org makes it easy by providing guides and scripts you can use when getting in touch with your reps. It’s their job to listen to you, and if they don’t, replace them with somebody who does when they are up for reelection. 

2. Attend town halls. 

If you haven’t been to one, start now. It’s easy. You can find upcoming meetings held by your representatives near you at Indivisible Dot org. And when you’re there, ask questions, speak up, and bring friends. A big part of standing up is showing up. 

3. Join local resistance groups or organize one yourself

Start with groups related to issues that have motivated you to protest — and follow up with organizers after the events to see how you can continue to support the efforts. This helps build solidarity. It also helps build a political organization for the future. 

Use online resources and attend virtual trainings from organizations like the ACLU and 50-50-1 to learn about the basics of organizing. Because remember — we are the leaders we have been waiting for. 

4. Boycott corporations and organizations that are caving to Trump 

Your dollar is a source of power. Use that power by boycotting corporations and organizations that either support Trump or fail to denounce his authoritarianism. The Tesla boycott has proven effective. Law firms that cave to Trump have lost business to those that have stood up to him. Target’s profits are tanking after rolling back their DEI initiatives. 

Companies rely on your spending, so vote with your dollars.

5. Protect the most vulnerable in your community 

The Trump regime is not only targeting undocumented people (and anyone it suspects is undocumented), but it’s going after judges, it’s stoking violence towards elected officials, it’s trying to take away the rights of LGBTQ people. 

Join with others in your community to stand up to these attacks. Document what you see happening. Report it. Speak out. 

If you hear people making malicious or bigoted statements, refute them. 

Support local politicians who are standing up to the Trump regime. 

Support mutual aid groups that are serving people in your community.

Friends, democracy is not a spectator sport. It’s not something we can just pick up and put down, especially when the stakes are as high as they are now. 

I know things seem dire — and they are. But you are not alone. And I believe in you. All of you.

Together, we will stand up for democracy — and we will win.