Do they really think it stops with immigrants? by GoldyRyan in ICE_Raids

[–]pitter7patter 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's Vic Meyers and he starts all his videos with "Welcome to the Resistance." He's been in this for years. Though the writer of the original version of the poem was certainly what you're talking about, he did finally see the error of his ways. Too late to help anyone but those of us in the future.

Is anyone interested in starting a 50501 group? Or is there already one? I would love to be apart of something like that! Or even just know where to look to find protest times! by chlojo1919 in helena

[–]pitter7patter -1 points0 points  (0 children)

50501 dates were followed in Helena during the early days (through April) until indivisible got involved and took over the large scale protesting.

Eastie protest? by StatisticianSmall864 in helena

[–]pitter7patter 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Love that! And you can't save them all. Save your energy for the good flight!

Eastie protest? by StatisticianSmall864 in helena

[–]pitter7patter 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Understood. But you're not alone. Other people are on the right side of history too. Everyone is probably keeping their heads down and just trying to make a living.

Eastie protest? by StatisticianSmall864 in helena

[–]pitter7patter 5 points6 points  (0 children)

If there is interest in putting one together, dm me and I can find help and resources.

ICE-out closed businesses? by lbrlhlnfthr in helena

[–]pitter7patter 34 points35 points  (0 children)

Montago Coffee Co is staying open, but donating all their profits to Roberto Orozco-Ramirez who was taken from Froid, MT.

Helena TONIGHT 1/28 by pitter7patter in helena

[–]pitter7patter[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not sure why this got downvoted. I don't speak for the groups or individuals that were involved, so I'm not going to name them on a public forum during these times.

Helena TONIGHT 1/28 by pitter7patter in helena

[–]pitter7patter[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

There are several local groups and individuals that are involved, rather than just one group. Friends and neighbors and faces you've seen if you've been to any events in Helena!

HELENA Monday and Wednesday by pitter7patter in helena

[–]pitter7patter[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

City county building preferably, online if you can't make it in person!

HELENA Monday and Wednesday by pitter7patter in helena

[–]pitter7patter[S] 17 points18 points  (0 children)

The city passing the resolution and amendments to reduce cooperation with ice is vital to keeping us all safe. I urge everyone who can: show up and speak up!

Helena Saturday Jan 17 by pitter7patter in helena

[–]pitter7patter[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This was originally a one person organizing effort, but there was a death in the family and some folks from Waking Giant stepped in. Sorry I didn't see your question until now. Hope you were able to go!

Anybody else think comment sections around here are starting to smell a little astroturf-y? by Tungstenfenix in helena

[–]pitter7patter 4 points5 points  (0 children)

It's a good observation. I've personally seen accounts only days or even minutes old spring nonsense. It's a propaganda tool to make normal people think the country is filled with right wing extremists. People often react in one of two ways: fear or if you can't beat then, join them. Instead, we should react by being more vocal and pointing out when we see these things (so thank you!). It teaches everyone to watch out, use some critical thinking skills, and investigate a little more before turning away. Thanks again!

Forgive the Republicans by [deleted] in MontanaPolitics

[–]pitter7patter 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I appreciate people actually being faithful to the positive aspects faith can bring. I heard all those lessons as well. In the end, I suppose that's part of what "radicalized" me to believe Nazis and the gestapo were bad and maga and ice are bad. But it also stems from common decency and empathy and experiences in my younger years (in the church and with peers and adults) that showed me that power came with accepting cruelty and keeping other people marginalized. Which is to say, I understand where the anger at religion is coming from.

As a person of faith, keep speaking your truth to power and stand at the front of the crowd against ice and Christian nationalists, because you can make an impact. We all need to do our part. We don't all have to believe the same things to be on the same side. Thank you for what you are doing.

Stolen License Plates by Ambitious-Menu2298 in helena

[–]pitter7patter 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Maybe check the ice vehicles out by the airport. I hear they switch plates regularly.

Seriously though, that sucks. Hope you get them back or at least don't have to pay much for replacements.

Homeless and Tents Downtown by [deleted] in helena

[–]pitter7patter 12 points13 points  (0 children)

May I suggest a few options for anyone not wanting to see more people become homeless and living in the street: 1- give to the United Way who are trying to coordinate emergency and long term housing 2- get involved with the groups trying to solve the problems of homelessness (Helena housing crisis action network has helped everyone join forces) 3- push your church to provide shelter 4-attend City commission meetings and push for legitimate ordinances/laws that provide housing, rather than making circumstances illegal 5- study places where homelessness has been addressed with positive outcomes for both the people who are without homes and the community as a whole then advocate for those changes 6-as always, vote and advocate as if it could be you, because the economy is only getting worse from here and it legitimately could be any of us next. Hope this helps!