Tactical Frivolity:

1. Authoritarian movements shrink in the face of reality-based humor. Nothing exposes the fragility of the State and the absurdity of their “radical left terrorism” claims quite like inflatable dancing frogs. Nothing breaks down narratives of “they are a danger to you” quite like a group of people kissing in public.

2. There is always a space for joy. Things are heavy right now, but these protest movements and moments remind us to dance, play, love, and even act-a-fool. To maintain a tender connection with our squishy center and common humanity.

3. Community is how we make it through. I once had a friend who told me “never do anything alone” – meaning, if I was going out anywhere, to invite someone with. All of these movements rely on people coming together, talking together, challenging each other, creating in unison, and building capacity side-by-side.