Chuck Moran

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How to Live-Stream Protests and Events Safely and Effectively Meeting the moment: capture the movement, protect the people.

Livestreaming protests? Stay safe & smart! Learn how to protect privacy, respect consent, and avoid putting yourself or others at risk. Get essential tips in our latest blog! 👉 buff.ly/REokr13 #LivestreamSafety #ProtestTips

Voter Engagement Squad-- TN Congressional District 7 · Aftyn for Congress ## Find out how you can help Aftyn and the team flip this crucial seat! ### Join the Squad and do your part to get voters out to the polls in this crucial election. ### Learn about upcoming events ...

I'm taking action with Aftyn for Congress to help her win TN-7. Not in Tennessee? I'm not ... Virginia here, but this is a flippable seat, and we need every Dem seat we can get in Congress. Will you join me? Click to sign up:

This is a super important election. Please let folks in Tennessee know about it.

Disinformation spreads fast—your response has to be faster. Use this simple, rapid-response video structure to protect the truth and mobilize your supporters. It’s up to us to be a source of truth for our communities— especially those most vulnerable. #RapidResponse #DigitalOrganizing

This is so fricked!

They think we’re all so stupid

Townhall with Rep Adelita Grijalva, TN-07 Candidate Aftyn Behn, and ECU President Tiffany Muller · End Citizens United// Let America Vote Action Fund Join Representative Adelita Grijalva, candidate for TN-07 Aftyn Behn, and ECU President Tiffany Muller for an in-depth discussion about the historic shutdown and the road ahead.

I'm attending End Citizens United// Let America Vote Action Fund's event, “Townhall with Rep Adelita Grijalva, and TN-07 Candidate Aftyn Behn.” @aftynbehn.bsky.social @adelitaforcongress.bsky.social

“Weaponizing the DOJ” takes on a whole new level when you order investigations in order to reopen it so it’s no longer closed and you can claim you can’t release information because it’s an “ongoing investigation”

Shooting on a Shoestring: DIY Video Production Tips for Nonprofits and Campaigns Let’s be real: most nonprofits don’t have the budget for camera crews, lighting kits, or fancy editing applications.

Got a small budget to work with? No problem! Even the scrappiest teams can become expert video creators with the devices they have on hand. Read more in this week’s Substack:

The Blue Wave Rises: A Night of Democratic Victories Across the Nation Last night, the nation witnessed a shift in the narrative of division and doom as Democratic candidates swept key races across the country.

The blue wave sweeps the nation! Democrats make historic gains by showing up for all Americans. Read about the victories 👉 buff.ly/KcvGzKH #BlueWave #DemocraticVictories #ElectionNight

Turning Viewers into Advocates: Integrating Strategic Calls to Action in All of Your Videos You’ve filmed a great video. The sound is clean. The lighting is good. The story is powerful. You upload it, hit publish… and then what?

Want to turn viewers into advocates? Boost engagement and drive action with clear, powerful CTAs. Read more on our Substack! 👉 chuckmoran.substack.com/p/turning-vi... #CallToAction #CampaignVideos #FundraisingTips

Food banks brace for 42 million without SNAP https://www.axios.com/2025/10/27/government-shutdown-snap-food-banks https://www.axios.com/2025/10/27/government-shutdown-snap-food-banks

What a great rally! Up from 6,800 in June!

What a great rally! Up from 6,800 in June!

Join Abigail Spanberger and Early Vote in Albemarle County! · Spanberger for Governor Join Congresswoman Abigail Spanberger for her Bus Tour stop in Albermarle County as we Get Out the Vote in the last week before Election Day! Abigail is running for Governor to put Virginia first. In...

I'm attending Spanberger for Governor's event, “Join Abigail Spanberger and Early Vote in Albemarle County!” - sign up now to join a tour stop near you!

Tactical Frivolity: Using Humor to Fight Fascism What do a big pink inflatable hippo and a person in a brown bear costume have in common? They’re both fighting fascism.

What’s tactical frivolity? The aim isn’t to be silly for silliness’s sake—it’s to reframe the narrative, reduce fear, draw attention, and shift power back to the people.

Learn more here: buff.ly/86Rwg5Z

#NoKings #TacticalFrivolity #Protest

A Live Town Hall with Michael Fanone at the University of Virginia's Center for Politics Fanone and Acosta beat back MAGA's lies about January 6th.

This was a terrific event this evening at UVA!

Ethical Guidelines for Filming Your Community (And Why Consent is Radical) Video activism is powerful—but with that power comes responsibility.

Filming your community?

Ethical guidelines aren’t just rules—they’re about respect, consent, and fair representation. Before you hit record, learn how to protect privacy, honor stories, and build trust.

Check out our latest blog for practical tips every organizer should know!

Prepping for the Shoot: A Quick & Easy Video Checklist for Busy Organizers Time is a valuable but limited resource. Here's a way to get your video stories out there without the drama.

Busy organizers, it's time to up your video game! Check out this quick & easy video checklist to prep for your next shoot. No fancy gear required!

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I miss you!

I think I heard that Disney lost $4 billion in four days over the Kimmel fiasco. That was one hell of an about face, and it shows the power of MONEY.

Damn. I’m not going out there till this craziness calms down. Yikes.

😂

Amy King (@poemz) Dr. Jane Goodall recorded this interview in March 2025, with the understanding that it would be released only after her death. #drjanegoodall

This quiet scientist came up with a pretty good idea.

Growth, tourism and turnout collide in House District 71 rematch • Virginia Mercury In Virginia’s House District 71, Democrat Jessica Anderson and Republican Del. Amanda Batten are back for a rematch that was decided by just 667 votes in 2023. With control of the House in play, the…

Democrat Jessica Anderson and Republican Del. Amanda Batten are reprising one of Virginia’s closest 2023 contests, in a swing district spanning Williamsburg, James City and New Kent counties. virginiamercury.com/2025/10/06/g...

3 people were hospitalized from this fire after Judge Diane Goodstein issued a ruling temporarily blocking SC from handing over millions of voters’ personal data to Trump. Trump allies - including Elon Musk - ramped up their criticism of judges for being politically biased against the GOP.

Speak up Oct 18th. #noKingsDay #Indivisible

Virtual Debate Watch Party! · Spanberger for Governor Join VA Dems and supporters from across the country to cheer on Abigail Spanberger as she takes the debate stage on October 9! We'll have bingo cards, phone banking opportunities, and lots of friendly...

Interested in the Virginia gubernatorial race?

There are several in-person Spanberger for Governor debate-watching events, and here is the link to her “Virtual Debate Watch Party” as she takes on her Republican, trump-clinging opponent, Winsome Earl-Sears.

Looks pretty scary out there.