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Defend Democracy ICT

@defenddemocracyict.bsky.social

Getting in good trouble, necessary trouble. Wichita. KS

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The U.S. struck Iran.

War powers belong to Congress. Period.

We deserve authorization. Oversight. Accountability.

Call your elected officials. Demand answers.

Then do the work:
Check your registration.
Make your voting plan.
Vote. Every election. Every office.

Democracy is people-powered.

28.02.2026 06:52 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

The ICT No Kings 3 event on mobilize link is now live - www.mobilize.us/nokings/even...

27.02.2026 19:45 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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No Kings update: event approved & queued for the national map (thousands ahead of us). We’ll share the link once live.

Sat 2/28:
10AM start
Michael Fanone ~10:15
Chester I. Lewis Park

Join/share:
https://www.facebook.com/share/1CLfxSCnP4/

Volunteer:
https://bit.ly/NoKingsDay3Volunteers
✊

27.02.2026 11:14 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
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Feb 23–28 protests:

Mon (2/23) Noon – Maple & West
Tue (2/24) Noon – Douglas & Broadway
Wed (2/25) Noon – Delano Clock Tower
Thu (2/26) 4–5:30 PM – 21st & Rock

Sat (2/28) – 10 AM start @ Chester I. Lewis Park
10:15ish – Michael Fanone remarks
Then Douglas & Broadway β†’ Metroplex before 2 PM event

21.02.2026 13:11 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 2
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Reverend Jesse Jackson spent his life pushing this country to live up to its promises.

Our Constitution was built for moments like this β€” when power feels heavy and people feel small.

We the people still hold the power.

We honor his legacy by continuing the work.

17.02.2026 07:31 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Protests reminders: - recurring protests and
- Saturday Feb 28 - Start time will be 10AM.
- Saturday Feb 28 - Next No Kings Day - registration link coming soon!

17.02.2026 07:28 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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One year since the first national 50501 protest.

Not an anniversary to celebrate, one to commemorate.

Every week I worry people will stop showing up.
Every week, I worry for nothing.

We the people.
YOU are the silver lining.
defenddemocracyict.com

#WeThePeople #GoodTrouble #DefendDemocracy

05.02.2026 09:41 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Democracy only survives when people actively participate in it. This week, we continue to make good trouble - together.

If you’re angry, tired, heartbroken, or unsure what to do next - you are not alone. Showing up matters.

Stand up. Speak out. Stay United. Take Action - Join us.

02.02.2026 08:28 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
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No Thrones. No Crowns. No Kings.

No Kings Day 3.0 is coming March 28 β€” a nationwide, nonviolent mobilization defending democracy.

Volunteer: https://bit.ly/NoKingsDay3Volunteers

Get updates: https://bit.ly/DDICT-Community-Feedback

More details soon. Thanks for your patience.

28.01.2026 07:41 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Congress is deciding right now whether to continue funding ICE β€” an agency with a long record of abuse, lack of accountability, and civil rights violations.

πŸ“ž Find your representatives
πŸ“§ Call, email, or submit a form
✊ Demand zero funding for ICE

#NoICE #DefundICE #DefendDemocracy #GoodTrouble

25.01.2026 14:55 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Small but mighty crew standing up and speaking out today in Downtown Wichita. 🀘🏻✊🏻

24.01.2026 19:00 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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A reminder that we are NOT gathering in person to protest today. Use the time you would've been standing on the streets to contact all members of Congress & tell them that ICE MUST GO!

Find the email addresses and phone numbers of every representative here: defenddemocracyict.com/elected-officials

24.01.2026 09:02 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Another ICE-related shooting in Minneapolis. Very new and developing story so details aren't readily available yet, but this is going to be a heavy day for certain.

We stand with the people of Minneapolis and their calls to shut ICE down.

This is NOT the time to remain silent.

24.01.2026 08:42 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Due to extreme cold and dangerous travel conditions, we are canceling Saturday’s in-person protest for safety.

This is not disengagement β€” it’s shifting how we show up for 1 day.

Nearly a year strong. We’ll be back in the streets soon β€” safely and determined.

In solidarity,
Defend Democracy ICT

21.01.2026 18:55 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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WPS Walkout Against ICE protests today from 2-3. If you're looking for somewhere to join others during today's Wichita Walks Out for A Free America protest, consider supporting these students in exercising their 1A rights!

20.01.2026 07:26 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Democracy only survives when people actively participate in it. This week, we continue to make good trouble - together.

If you’re angry, tired, heartbroken, or unsure what to do next - you are not alone. Showing up matters.

Stand up. Speak out. Stay United. Take Action - Join us.

18.01.2026 11:09 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Defending Democracy in Wichita KS. #GoodTrouble
πŸŽ₯ Steven Meyer

18.01.2026 08:51 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ₯ΆπŸ˜Άβ€πŸŒ«οΈBelow freezing temperatures won’t silence us
Bundle up, join us for the Defend Democracy ICT Wichita Walks Out protest. Show your support from your car with signs, flags, & honks. You can also park safely along Douglas & display signs from your vehicle. However you do it, your voice matters.

16.01.2026 21:25 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Protests are one part of the work.
We show up where decisions are made - on Wednesdays we focus on the County.

Sedgwick County Commission
Wednesdays β€’ 9 AM
Ruffin Building (Lower Level), 100 N. Broadway

Watch:
https://bit.ly/SGCtyCommissionMeetings

Stand Up. Speak Out. Stay United. Take Action.

14.01.2026 06:51 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Protests are just one piece of the work.
We show up at every level - including City Hall.

πŸ“ City Council meets Tuesdays @ 9 AM

Watch live or later: https://bit.ly/ICTCityCouncilYouTube

Find your councilmember & agendas: wichita.gov

Stand Up. Speak Out. Stay United. Take Action.

13.01.2026 07:23 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Democracy only survives when people actively participate in it. This week, we continue to make good trouble - together.

If you’re angry, tired, heartbroken, or unsure what to do next - you are not alone. Showing up matters.

Stand up. Speak out. Stay United. Take Action - Join us.

12.01.2026 08:28 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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We're aware of reports that 2 people were shot by federal officers in Portland last night. Details remain unclear. Coming just days after the killing of Nicole Renee Good, these events reinforce why truth, accountability, & nonviolence matter. This weekend we gather in remembrance, protest & peace.

09.01.2026 12:12 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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It's not perfect, but here's an email and phone script to use WHEN (not if) you contact members of Congress about today's events unfolding in Minneapolis.

Find your congressmembers here: DefendDemocracyICT.com/elected-officials

07.01.2026 13:30 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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A reminder to those who are feeling shaken or upset by what happened in Minneapolis this morning: you are not alone. Community matters in moments like this. You are welcome to join us at any of our recurring protests, as well as any pop-up actions that may arise.

07.01.2026 11:43 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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We’re aware of the situation in Minneapolis involving an ICE-related shooting at a protest this morning.

We’re monitoring updates. Please avoid sharing unconfirmed information or amplifying fear. While we don’t expect impacts in Wichita, we know this news is unsettling.

We are in this together.

07.01.2026 10:17 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Today marks five years since the January 6 insurrection. We stand with all those who defended the Capitol, feared for their lives while doing their jobs & every American who rejects political violence.

Democracy is not self-sustaining. It requires vigilance, accountability, & civic engagement.

06.01.2026 09:42 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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The U.S. bombing of Venezuela violates international law and bypasses Congress.

Military force is not democracy. Bombs do not create freedom or stability.

If the rule of law matters, it must apply to everyone - including the United States.

03.01.2026 06:16 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Wichita Walk Out for a Free America - Part 1 One year into Trump’s second regime, we face an escalating fascist threat: raids on our communities, troops occupying our cities, attacks on immigrants, families torn apart, mass surveillance, and ter...

Join us at Wichita Walk Out for a Free America - Part 1 bit.ly/WichitaWalkO...

02.01.2026 00:50 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Wishing you warmth, peace, and connection this holiday season.
Thank you to everyone who took action - whether once or every week - to defend our shared values and strengthen our community.

Small actions built a powerful year.

#DefendDemocracyICT #HappyHolidays #AdAstraPerAspera

25.12.2025 08:48 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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It's Free-for-all-Friday! Community is built by sharing. Post your favorite protest photo, sign, meme, gif, crazy news story in the comments on this post! And remember - tomorrow Noon @ Douglas & Broadway, Bring a donation for the KS Food Bank if you're able!

20.12.2025 08:45 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0