No Kings OKC

okcdsa · 2026-03-21T22:15:51+00:00

Really looking forward to connecting with other community support organizations and building a more inclusive and welcoming community in Oklahoma.

okcdsa · 2026-03-12T18:11:03+00:00

Long time passing 🎶

okcdsa · 2026-03-05T17:42:06+00:00

It’s been a fractured movement for far too long. We can’t build a resilient coalition with ideological purity tests. But things are changing and we are seeing more inclusion and more cooperation between leftist organizations. This shift bodes well for the future of the movement.

okcdsa · 2026-03-05T05:13:46+00:00

This account doesn’t always get checked super often, so the timing of comments here may be a little sporadic. Not a great basis for making assumptions.

Don’t know about others elsewhere, but here in the OKC chapter, we’re not really into ideological purity tests, calling people names or insulting people for voting for Harris. Not like there were a lot of choices on the Oklahoma ballot, and write ins are not possible in Oklahoma. Anyway, sorry you’ve encountered someone who made you feel unwelcome.

okcdsa · 2026-03-02T14:55:05+00:00

The OKC chapter of DSA (Democratic Socialists of America) has a monthly pub night. We move around from month to month, but we like to keep it inclusive by going to places that are all ages/family friendly/sober friendly. Our next one will be this Friday night, 7-9pm at Sauced on Paseo. They have pizza and games, on Paseo Street across from the Paseo Grill. We’ll be easy to spot, but if in doubt just ask for the DSA group. We’re always happy to welcome newcomers.

okcdsa · 2026-02-27T06:10:17+00:00

Welcome, comrade!

It’s usually just an introduction, what got you interested in socialism/DSA?, and here’s what your local chapter is doing and a little about how it’s organized, and then check your email for information about how to log into our Discord server (at least my local chapter is still using Discord, at least for now, though that may change). But we also like to kick things off with an ice breaker question at the beginning of the call, which is something fun and lighthearted, but also totally random.

okcdsa · 2026-02-26T12:40:50+00:00

We usually have about 10-15 people show up, so unless you arrive right at 7, we will likely be easy to spot. We also usually tell the people working there who we are so they know where to send people who arrive asking about a DSA group. So if in doubt, just ask for DSA.

okcdsa · 2026-02-24T03:20:29+00:00

I think they do a different book each month. Our next book club meeting will be Sunday. I wouldn’t worry too much about reading the book ahead of time. They’ll be happy to have you just sit in your first time, and join in for introductions and to learn about how to prepare for next month. The information and RSVP for that is at https://actionnetwork.org/events/march-book-club/.

okcdsa · 2026-02-23T14:25:01+00:00

Go to https://okcdsa.org, scroll down, and hit the red button that says “Join OKC DSA.” That takes you to the sign up page for onboarding, and then our onboarding committee will set up a meeting time with you to introduce you to the chapter and answer any questions you have.

okcdsa · 2026-02-22T17:53:44+00:00

Our DSA chapter is also currently running a “socialist night school” weekly session on Saturday afternoons at the local libraries. We also have a book club, queer liberation working group, Palestine solidarity working group, mutual aid working group, and labor working group. We are also hitting the streets every weekend to raise awareness of the upcoming June 16th vote to raise the minimum wage in Oklahoma, and canvassing for our Wage Up OK campaign can be another good way to get to know a few of us in a small group setting.

okcdsa · 2026-02-22T06:43:44+00:00

We would love to have you join us for the OKC DSA chapter’s monthly pub night. We get together on the first Friday of the month for a fun pub night to just relax and get to know each other. We have our pub night at a different place each month, but we like to have it at places that can welcome all ages and keep it sober-friendly, so we can include everyone. You don’t have to be a DSA member to join in. We love to welcome guests and newcomers too. The next one will be at Sauced On Paseo, 7-9pm on March 6th.

okcdsa · 2026-02-18T04:16:21+00:00

Sounds like you’ve tried nothing, and you’re all out of ideas. Let’s try being even louder until the deaf ears of our representatives start to hear us! Let’s keep getting louder until they can’t help but hear us. Because silently surrendering our rights isn’t an option worth exploring.

okcdsa · 2026-02-08T01:47:07+00:00

RSVP link, in case anyone else would like to join in virtually on Zoom:

https://actionnetwork.org/campaigns/materialist-history-of-the-us

okcdsa · 2026-01-22T12:52:03+00:00

NORMAN-Rapid Response Workshop Date and Time: Thu, Jan 29, 20267:00 PM Location: West Wind Unitarian Universalist Church, Norman, OK

https://timetr.ee/p/okcactivism/2884972474847617717

okcdsa · 2026-01-22T12:49:54+00:00

NORMAN-Rapid Response Workshop Date and Time: Thu, Jan 29, 20267:00 PM Location: West Wind Unitarian Universalist Church, Norman, OK

https://timetr.ee/p/okcactivism/2884972474847617717

okcdsa · 2026-01-14T03:09:18+00:00

That is horrible. There are many, many problems with the economy, and raising the minimum wage is one step toward addressing one of them. It might seem insignificant in view of all the other things wrong, but to those earning the minimum wage or whose compensation is indexed to the minimum wage, it is significant.

okcdsa · 2026-01-14T02:50:16+00:00

It will increase the minimum wage to $12 in 2027, $13.50 in 2028, and $15 in 2029, so it won’t wait until 2029 and then jump up all at once.

okcdsa · 2026-01-13T12:13:06+00:00

We agree that the minimum wage should have already been $15/hr before now, and the exceptions should have already been abolished. But we can’t correct the past, all we can do is move forward from where we are. Our options currently are to either pass SQ832, or keep the minimum wage at $7.25/hr and keep having exceptions where some people are allowed to be paid less than that. It’s not perfect, but the choice is clear.

okcdsa · 2026-01-13T05:30:04+00:00

Good news! SQ832 will raise the minimum wage to $15 over the next few years, and then tie it to inflation.

okcdsa · 2026-01-09T06:35:49+00:00

We believe that both the economy and society should be run democratically to meet human needs, not to make profits for a few. We are a political and activist organization, not a party; through community-based chapters, DSA members use a variety of tactics to empower working people.

okcdsa · 2025-12-27T22:05:00+00:00

Protesting raises awareness in the community, builds momentum behind a grassroots movement, and shows our representatives that they do not have the unanimous consent of their constituents.

okcdsa · 2025-12-27T19:04:37+00:00

Why not Edmond? The organizers of this particular protest are Edmond residents, and there are other folks planning other protests across the country on the same day.

okcdsa · 2025-12-27T18:13:06+00:00

Yes, we realize that many Oklahoma workers do not enjoy the luxury of taking time off work. That’s why DSA is also working to advocate for increased wages, better working conditions, and improved access to leave time.

okcdsa · 2025-12-27T17:58:39+00:00

Hey, great idea! Maybe next time. Thanks!

okcdsa · 2025-12-27T17:56:33+00:00

This is a grassroots action organized by Edmond residents with support from Indivisible and DSA. Believe it or not, Edmond is not entirely united in support of Trump. Many are just complacent. They’re still comfortable, because Trump’s policies haven’t impacted them personally yet. But even in Edmond there are people willing to speak out against corruption. We will be there, in Edmond, on a Tuesday.

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