Aya The Actor

Everyone says that we must speak out and resist if democracy is to survive. I organize demonstrations in front of my church w/ scriptures about justice, mercy and welcoming immigrants.

Sometimes I am one of the only one there. Why aren’t more speaking out and resisting?

Who’s with me?

This image always inspires me. This kind of courage and resistance might be in our very near future.

We are still in the majority. It will take courage to resist, but we can do it. You’re not alone.

Who’s with me?

Conservatives of conscience? That’s a laugh!

It’s not an unpopular opinion, it’s the truth.

What is happening in LA is frightening, but I will continue to peacefully protest in my local area.

And I will support my friends and family who do the same. Together we can make a difference.

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If we stand together, we can save many.

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Wise words from a Japanese American activist.

We need to stand together, for our enemy is not people who don’t look like us, act like us, worship like us or vote like us.

The people at the top want us fighting each other rather than stand up to them.

Who’s with me?

It’s still not too late for us to stick together and fight for one another. We need each other for our freedom’s sake!

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It may not be cool or hip in some circles, but we legitimately do need a massive amount of people to run for office.

Flood the school boards, councils, county seats, state legislatures, Congress, etc.

Big changes at the top happen when the ground shifts at the bottom. And that can start now.

The UK has a shadow cabinet - political positions within the party that isn’t in power - and so should we. Plus, we need weekly press briefings led by @petebuttigieg.bsky.social on the state of the union. Business-as-usual time is over.

During these dark days, let us stay informed with reliable and factual news sources. The last thing we want to do is mindlessly react to lies and fear mongering.

That’s how “good” people end up committing atrocities.

Let’s lift each other up, with the truth.

Who’s with me?

Here are the options on the table (which are not mutually exclusive):

1. House Dems bring articles of impeachment*

2. Senate Dems play constitutional hardball and obstruct everything

3. State AGs litigate (and prosecute) everything they can

4. Citizens march en mass

I blame the GOP and the ignorant voters who put him into office.

I’m performing in a play!

This is the story of Matthew Shepard, who was killed in a hate crime in Laramie, WY.

While it highlights a horrible crime, it also uplifts love, tolerance and acceptance of our LGBTQ neighbors. In other words, it’s a moving story of DEI.

Come have your heart changed.

Ten Things We Can All Do to Protect Democracy From Marc | The most common question I receive is how everyday citizens can help in the fight for democracy.

We will have victories and setbacks, good days and bad. We must understand that this will not be over in one election or with the defeat of any one candidate. This is the fight of our generation, and it will take time. www.democracydocket.com/opinion/10-t...

I have heard it said that now is the time to create, foster and nurture community. We need one another and we need to honor who we are.

This administration might take some of my freedoms away, but they won't take my sense of self away.

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Your barista sounds like a MAGAt. They all think everything is cool because their boy is back in office.

The rest of the bible verse says, "...so that through me the message might be fully proclaimed..."

Whether you are a Christian, another faith or atheist, we all need strength to proclaim the message of freedom, dignity of all persons and equality.

Let's all find our strength now!

Who's with me?

Fuck no. I have zero interest in seeing that orange piece of dog shit lying through his oath of office.

Wake me up, when Crooktember ends...

In the coming dark days, let’s all stand up for one another. Whether we are trans, gay, disabled, women, ethnic minorities or anyone who wishes to speak up, let’s support and protect each other. We’re all we have.

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In the days ahead, we need to keep loving one another. Yes, even those who disagree with you and those who will work towards taking away some of our rights.

Love does not mean we condone all views and actions. It means we must not lose the ability to see the humanity in others.

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With all the trouble in our country, and more to come after Jan. 20, I am still working on making this world a bit better.

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What do you do with leftover roast from Christmas dinner? You make beef pot pie! We ate half of it last evening, and yum. It was delicious! I think I know what I’ll be having for lunch today!
#LeftoverChristmasRoastBeef
#BlessingsFromChristmas

After January 20, I plan to resist. In any way I can. To help those around me. To possibly save my own life. To possibly save another’s life.

Who’s with me?

Our world after Jan. 20, 2025 will be painful, maybe even dangerous to those who resist the upcoming administration.

Take care of yourself. We need our strength and persistence in order to fight for ourselves and for each other.

Self care is not selfishness. It’s survival.

Who’s with me?

Sigh…if only I could believe this.

The incoming administration is talking about who they will delete, exclude and shame.

I choose the opposite. I choose love, empathy, inclusion and community. This is how I will resist.

Who’s with me?

I am a theatre artist. I produce plays that showcase actors of color. Sometimes the story is the story of a marginalized people, other times it is a “mainstream” play that purposely includes POC.

Art will bring us together. No silence, no self-pity.

Let’s enjoy art together.

Who’s with me?

The days ahead will be difficult. They might be impossible for the already vulnerable.

Everyone deserves support and help, not just the ones we agree with.

I hope our economy doesn’t collapse so badly that we can’t help one another by sharing our resources. I hope to do this.

Who’s with me?