The time is NOW. This was not on my retirement agenda. But that ‘resist’ voice in my head from the early 70’s has awoken. No kings…not then…not now….not ever.
It wasn’t on my agenda at 73 either. And I just had a knee replacement! But I’m strong enough to make a show of it on No Kings Day, so I will be there. I wish Gen Z had experienced real freedom and concern for one’s neighbors, but all they know is Dumpf! I can’t imagine what they are facing! ♥️💙🕊️
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“And don’t you know, we’re on the Eve of Destruction” Yes, protested in the 60’s and early 70’s and will be out there protesting this illegal government overthrow!
Yeah while it doesn't change the message of Barry McGuire's iconic song, keep in mind he became a fanatical right-wing Christian singer. (even if his goofy Xtian song "Cosmic Cowboy" is amusing fun)
I have to say, I met Barry McGuire in person in a small church in San Diego in the mid-70’s. He had just came out with his best and a double album. He gave a free concert to all 200 of us with the doors open to the outdoors. He gave a one-man concert with acoustic guitar and piano in a tee shirt and jeans. It was amazing! He played “Eve of Destruction”, but by then it had become even more meaningful to him as a prophetic song. I know of at least one man who was not a church goer who walked in the back door during the concert because he had heard Barry’s music. He looked like he had had a hard life in spite of being young. He stayed for the concert and came down front to talk with Barry at the end. I know for a fact that Barry prayed with him personally and he got saved. But the thing that impressed me the most was that Barry went out to his car and brought back another of his new album and told him that he wanted the man to have it for free. I have never seen any kind of famous singer of any kind do that before or since. He had a good heart and was not any kind of a weird fanatic. Just a good kind man who loved God and his fellow man.
Friend of mine in California was actually in a congregation with him, somewhere, years ago. Not a bad word about him. Let's be clear I never said McGuire was a "bad" person, he may or may not be, at this late stage, let's hope his faith is consistently practiced & not "directed" to conform to a narrow political focus, it's just not a safe assumption that his politics are accurately reflected in a song from over 50 years ago.
This wasn't on our retirement agenda either. At 77 and 80 years old, we never thought we would see such unintelligent voters. God help Democracy. 🇺🇸🗽🙏💙💙🌊
He has NEVER voted for Trump, because he has the brains to know the difference between his Republican parents and the cowardly supposed Republicans we have today.
Me either. As a 73 yo woman I did my share of protesting in the 60s and 70s. Never did I expect to be back at it in my 70s. My husband and I will be out there on the 14th at our local protest. This has to end.
We boomers who protested in the 60's and 70's remember how to protest and we can lead the way for the younger people to follow us. Our example lights the way for them to know that we're fighting for their future and their children's future. It's no time to be complacent!
Same for me Eileen! One of the Felons golf courses is about a mile away from where I live. It’s really just a Country Club where cretins dine. I’d like to be on the edge off the grass outside the place and have a No Kings sign.
Problem being I’ll probably get arrested and next birthday I’ll be 70.
I should do it though but I’m frightened I might be on his property. I’m not walking onto the road just on the grass next to the road.
I have to parse this out. My daughter isn’t around and my other daughter is gone. So no I’d be out there alone.
It’s not like the 70’s Vietnam protests, it’s turn into violent hateful rhetoric with physical harm and guys with masks on their faces.
What state are you in, Rhonda? I’m several miles from one of his golf courses. Perhaps I could help if we’re in the same state. Or perhaps TroubleNation could help.
Yes the time is now, again. We’re right there with you at 76 & 70 years and we will do what we can. We joined INDIVISIBLES and you should too. They will keep you aware of what you can do in more than one way. If you’re too handicapped to march they can steer you to phone banks, postcards, simple donations etc. Power to the people. 👍🏼
It’s hard to know what to even do. They have planned this pretty darn well. Trump is just a figurehead and real architects have been working at this since I was a child.
Go Eileen! GO! Bring, drag, INVITE, harangue all your readers& friends and families to keep their walking shoes & water bottles by the door to get outside and join every march,
Ben, Jordy and Brett .. you will go down in history as one of the MAIN reasons we were able to turn this ship around . Words cannot express my gratitude for your fortitude and bravery . I will write about it someday…Until then, Let’s fucking GO Meidas Meighty ! #DemocracySummer2025
Love,Respect And Honesty,Is,And Will Always Be Stronger Than Hate,Ignorance And Fear. We CANNOT Have Truth Without Everyone's Honesty!!!! Blessings And Truth For All.
My husband is a Republican because he was raised as a Republican.HE HAS NEVER VOTED FOR TRUMP because he has the brains to know the difference between his parent’s Republican and the cowardly bunch of suppose Republicans who support a serial criminal who has ruined the lives of countless individual
I think Trump should be jailed immediately.Since his inauguration he has continued to commit serious crimes. He is presently committing a serious crime. What happens when he does that? NOTHING? I believe that Trump is mocking us. He thinks that nobody can overtake him. He will continue to feel that way until the day he dies. I don’t want to wait that long
I’m 74 and I’m looking forward to a long hot summer of democratic voices calling for Trumps removal. He can’t be allowed to steal everything we live for.
My husband is a Republican by birth but he has never voted for Trump. Why? The Republicans of his family have nothing to do with the cowardly pseudo Republican s who back a serial criminal who has ruined the life of countless good people.
I’ve never heard of a Republican or Democrat by birth. It’s a choice to follow the party you most align with. My Dad was a Republican but at a point I chose to change parties because I aligned more with the Democrats policies. We are all free to choose.
Depends on whether you think or not. Too many people don’t bother. Or - even more tragic - don’t know HOW.
Put down the screens, kids, learn about how our government works (that stuff they cut out of the curriculum to make you easier to control), and get involved. (70 here, and - yes - on my screen as I write … 😉)
My husband is a Republican by birth, but he NEVER VOTED FOR TRUMP. The present, cowardly, pseudo Republicans have nothing to do with those of my husband’s parents.
I agree with Ben, we cannot overstate how important these non violent protests are (and being sure that everything is videoed so we have proof of the non violence if they try to arrest us and we have proof of their provocation). I can't make the financial committment to give a gift subscription to someone else, but I have been able to donate directly to MTN via their web page, and I encourage everyone else who can to also do that. Even if we all do just $3 like I do it sure will help! Let's stay strong and not on not back down but grow bigger and stronger every day! Millions of Americans don't approve of trump, many more that who do approve of him and the GOP Congress's actions and lack of actions and it's up to us to show them there is a better way, and to get the truth out about what they are doing and what we can do to stop it. I am a blue dot in a red sea and I appreciate having the opportunity to be part of the Meidas Mighty so much!!! I know I need this community and the truth that Ben et al bring us and I know there are millions more like me out there so let's do what we can to reach them!
Yes--and don't underestimate the power of sharing, liking and telling your friends. I am making a whole new set of friends (to replace the family members I've lost) at protests. I always tell people about MeidasTouch.
I was at our local D Day protest to stand up for veterans yesterday - all but two responses from cars passing by were positive. One guy that gave us the finger was leaving the veterans affairs building. Who tf gives the finger to people standing up for you, showing appreciation? I guess he needs more counseling. Trumpers- there's no logical explanation.
There are a lot of those Middle fingers flying now days. Some young spud flipped me off for not turning on red. He said he had places to go. I laughed so hard, then had some words for him. Blew him a kiss.
Hello, I've been following Meidas Touch since January 6 because I sensed the evolution of the United States; we Europeans are steeped in the dramatic history of our continent in the 20th century, and history - which we're lucky enough to learn - has, for the most part, taught us to spot dangerous political situations.
The attack on the Capitol immediately reminded me of the Munich putsch, Hitler's attempt to seize power by force in Bavaria in 1923.
Unfortunately, what followed confirmed my fears.
What's going on in your country is nationalistic, xenophobic, anti-science totalitarianism.
And it's no longer funny, it's frightening.
What's left of the free world is watching, supporting and admiring you.
My husband is a REPUBLICAN who has NEVER VOTED FOR TRUMP. WHY?The present pseudo Republicans have nothing to do with the Republicans of his parent’s day.They are cowardly and support a serial criminal wh0 is President.
The Rising," a song by Bruce Springsteen, can be interpreted in several ways, with its core themes centered around faith, hope, and resilience in the face of adversity, particularly in the aftermath of the 9/11 attacks. The song can be seen as a call to rise up as a Community, find strength in each other, and honor the fallen. Additionally, it can be understood as a metaphor for personal and spiritual ascent, a journey towards redemption and rebirth.
Thank you for your support... Agreed... "On Tyranny" by Timothy Synder is a quick read... ICE is the midway point of Authoritarianism... Voting will be next... we must educate ourselves and stay vigilant in pushing down misinformation
In July 2024, speaking at the conservative organization Turning Point Action’s Believers’ Summit in West Palm Beach, Florida, Donald Trump told an audience of Christians: “Get out and vote! Just this time. You won’t have to do it anymore! Four more years — you know what? It’ll be fixed, it’ll be fine, you won’t have to vote anymore.”
Thank You For Caring And Getting Engaged. No Human On Our Mother Earth IS Illegal.
Eugenics Is Tragically, Still Alive. We Must Kill Supremacist Ideology! With Education. Knowledge Is Power And Must Be Freely Given And Accessible To All People Equitably.
YA KNOW WHAT? If, in the BEGINNING, tRump had been stopped in his tracks, IMPEACHED like he should have been, NEUTERED under the CONSTITUTION like he should have been, Naturally protecting us from allowing a FELON from running for the highest Office in America, hiring a novice unauthorized maniac who ignorantly slashed, crushed and fatality burned down permanent life saving Programs. NOW, we find we have, with open eyes been dragged into the teeth of OLIGARCHY ........This SHOULD have been prevented in the BEGINNING.
Just what I was thinking. This isn’t all the maggats fault. If the supposed regular Rs had done the right thing in Jan. 2020, none of this would ever have happened. The “Party” is just as responsible as t. himself. 👹
The time is NOW. This was not on my retirement agenda. But that ‘resist’ voice in my head from the early 70’s has awoken. No kings…not then…not now….not ever.
It wasn’t on my agenda at 73 either. And I just had a knee replacement! But I’m strong enough to make a show of it on No Kings Day, so I will be there. I wish Gen Z had experienced real freedom and concern for one’s neighbors, but all they know is Dumpf! I can’t imagine what they are facing! ♥️💙🕊️
I just had knee surgery yesterday so I don’t think I can make it to a rally but I will put up a no kings sign.
Thanks! Wishing you a swift recovery!
Great!
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“And don’t you know, we’re on the Eve of Destruction” Yes, protested in the 60’s and early 70’s and will be out there protesting this illegal government overthrow!
Yeah while it doesn't change the message of Barry McGuire's iconic song, keep in mind he became a fanatical right-wing Christian singer. (even if his goofy Xtian song "Cosmic Cowboy" is amusing fun)
That is sad…but the song should be re-written for the America we see being destroyed today.
Catherine Voight, it does not need to be rewritten. Eve is just as appropriate to the times as it was in the 60’s and 70’s.
I have to say, I met Barry McGuire in person in a small church in San Diego in the mid-70’s. He had just came out with his best and a double album. He gave a free concert to all 200 of us with the doors open to the outdoors. He gave a one-man concert with acoustic guitar and piano in a tee shirt and jeans. It was amazing! He played “Eve of Destruction”, but by then it had become even more meaningful to him as a prophetic song. I know of at least one man who was not a church goer who walked in the back door during the concert because he had heard Barry’s music. He looked like he had had a hard life in spite of being young. He stayed for the concert and came down front to talk with Barry at the end. I know for a fact that Barry prayed with him personally and he got saved. But the thing that impressed me the most was that Barry went out to his car and brought back another of his new album and told him that he wanted the man to have it for free. I have never seen any kind of famous singer of any kind do that before or since. He had a good heart and was not any kind of a weird fanatic. Just a good kind man who loved God and his fellow man.
Friend of mine in California was actually in a congregation with him, somewhere, years ago. Not a bad word about him. Let's be clear I never said McGuire was a "bad" person, he may or may not be, at this late stage, let's hope his faith is consistently practiced & not "directed" to conform to a narrow political focus, it's just not a safe assumption that his politics are accurately reflected in a song from over 50 years ago.
As James Baldwin wrote, “The time is ALWAYS now.” (My CAPS)
The time is always right to do what is right
I believe that always.
NOW AND THEN PUT TRUMP OUT OF OFFICE 💥💥💥💥💥
PUT THE GOP OUT OF OFFICE!
We need to urgently understand that the problem is not Trump, it's the NEOFASCIST GOP.
Once Trump is gone (impeached or other), the next neofascist is ready to take over, and with the next Republican, it will only be worse!
Wise
This wasn't on our retirement agenda either. At 77 and 80 years old, we never thought we would see such unintelligent voters. God help Democracy. 🇺🇸🗽🙏💙💙🌊
I am 79 and my Republican husband is 80.
He has NEVER voted for Trump, because he has the brains to know the difference between his Republican parents and the cowardly supposed Republicans we have today.
Me either. As a 73 yo woman I did my share of protesting in the 60s and 70s. Never did I expect to be back at it in my 70s. My husband and I will be out there on the 14th at our local protest. This has to end.
We boomers who protested in the 60's and 70's remember how to protest and we can lead the way for the younger people to follow us. Our example lights the way for them to know that we're fighting for their future and their children's future. It's no time to be complacent!
Same for me Eileen! One of the Felons golf courses is about a mile away from where I live. It’s really just a Country Club where cretins dine. I’d like to be on the edge off the grass outside the place and have a No Kings sign.
Problem being I’ll probably get arrested and next birthday I’ll be 70.
I should do it though but I’m frightened I might be on his property. I’m not walking onto the road just on the grass next to the road.
I have to parse this out. My daughter isn’t around and my other daughter is gone. So no I’d be out there alone.
It’s not like the 70’s Vietnam protests, it’s turn into violent hateful rhetoric with physical harm and guys with masks on their faces.
What state are you in, Rhonda? I’m several miles from one of his golf courses. Perhaps I could help if we’re in the same state. Or perhaps TroubleNation could help.
I don’t like my information out there. I try to keep my location quiet. It’s where Clementon Park is.
I did it any way.
Oh Teri my name is Rhoda.
Exactly.
Ditto! Guess our plans are altered. Ok. Let’s do this again!!
Yes the time is now, again. We’re right there with you at 76 & 70 years and we will do what we can. We joined INDIVISIBLES and you should too. They will keep you aware of what you can do in more than one way. If you’re too handicapped to march they can steer you to phone banks, postcards, simple donations etc. Power to the people. 👍🏼
Agree with you
AGREE
It’s hard to know what to even do. They have planned this pretty darn well. Trump is just a figurehead and real architects have been working at this since I was a child.
Go Eileen! GO! Bring, drag, INVITE, harangue all your readers& friends and families to keep their walking shoes & water bottles by the door to get outside and join every march,
every action in their village/town/neighborhood !
Yeah!!!!!!
Ben, Jordy and Brett .. you will go down in history as one of the MAIN reasons we were able to turn this ship around . Words cannot express my gratitude for your fortitude and bravery . I will write about it someday…Until then, Let’s fucking GO Meidas Meighty ! #DemocracySummer2025
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Here!Here! Blessings And Truth For All.
Peacefully protest and show them there is more of us than them. We are a stronger community than them. We will win the end.
Love,Respect And Honesty,Is,And Will Always Be Stronger Than Hate,Ignorance And Fear. We CANNOT Have Truth Without Everyone's Honesty!!!! Blessings And Truth For All.
My husband is a Republican because he was raised as a Republican.HE HAS NEVER VOTED FOR TRUMP because he has the brains to know the difference between his parent’s Republican and the cowardly bunch of suppose Republicans who support a serial criminal who has ruined the lives of countless individual
Not one Republican member of Congress stood with vets yesterday.
What about Don Bacon? Please highlight (cross examine) all Congressional Republicans who are veterans.
So sad these people in Washington are sickening
I am ready to fight for our democracy in this peaceful protest!!!! Let’s GOOOOOO
💯💯💯💯💯
Me,too.
I think Trump should be jailed immediately.Since his inauguration he has continued to commit serious crimes. He is presently committing a serious crime. What happens when he does that? NOTHING? I believe that Trump is mocking us. He thinks that nobody can overtake him. He will continue to feel that way until the day he dies. I don’t want to wait that long
I’m 74 and I’m looking forward to a long hot summer of democratic voices calling for Trumps removal. He can’t be allowed to steal everything we live for.
My husband is a Republican by birth but he has never voted for Trump. Why? The Republicans of his family have nothing to do with the cowardly pseudo Republican s who back a serial criminal who has ruined the life of countless good people.
I’ve never heard of a Republican or Democrat by birth. It’s a choice to follow the party you most align with. My Dad was a Republican but at a point I chose to change parties because I aligned more with the Democrats policies. We are all free to choose.
Depends on whether you think or not. Too many people don’t bother. Or - even more tragic - don’t know HOW.
Put down the screens, kids, learn about how our government works (that stuff they cut out of the curriculum to make you easier to control), and get involved. (70 here, and - yes - on my screen as I write … 😉)
We will take our country back. Thank you MeidasTouch💙✌️🇺🇸
My husband is a Republican by birth, but he NEVER VOTED FOR TRUMP. The present, cowardly, pseudo Republicans have nothing to do with those of my husband’s parents.
Thanks for covering the unite4veterans rally and especially the Ukraine trip and coverage.
I agree with Ben, we cannot overstate how important these non violent protests are (and being sure that everything is videoed so we have proof of the non violence if they try to arrest us and we have proof of their provocation). I can't make the financial committment to give a gift subscription to someone else, but I have been able to donate directly to MTN via their web page, and I encourage everyone else who can to also do that. Even if we all do just $3 like I do it sure will help! Let's stay strong and not on not back down but grow bigger and stronger every day! Millions of Americans don't approve of trump, many more that who do approve of him and the GOP Congress's actions and lack of actions and it's up to us to show them there is a better way, and to get the truth out about what they are doing and what we can do to stop it. I am a blue dot in a red sea and I appreciate having the opportunity to be part of the Meidas Mighty so much!!! I know I need this community and the truth that Ben et al bring us and I know there are millions more like me out there so let's do what we can to reach them!
Yes--and don't underestimate the power of sharing, liking and telling your friends. I am making a whole new set of friends (to replace the family members I've lost) at protests. I always tell people about MeidasTouch.
I was at our local D Day protest to stand up for veterans yesterday - all but two responses from cars passing by were positive. One guy that gave us the finger was leaving the veterans affairs building. Who tf gives the finger to people standing up for you, showing appreciation? I guess he needs more counseling. Trumpers- there's no logical explanation.
It is a cult
There are a lot of those Middle fingers flying now days. Some young spud flipped me off for not turning on red. He said he had places to go. I laughed so hard, then had some words for him. Blew him a kiss.
👏👏👏👏👏👏
LET’S ROLL
With Truth. Blessings And Truth For All.
Hello, I've been following Meidas Touch since January 6 because I sensed the evolution of the United States; we Europeans are steeped in the dramatic history of our continent in the 20th century, and history - which we're lucky enough to learn - has, for the most part, taught us to spot dangerous political situations.
The attack on the Capitol immediately reminded me of the Munich putsch, Hitler's attempt to seize power by force in Bavaria in 1923.
Unfortunately, what followed confirmed my fears.
What's going on in your country is nationalistic, xenophobic, anti-science totalitarianism.
And it's no longer funny, it's frightening.
What's left of the free world is watching, supporting and admiring you.
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Thank you for your support France 🇫🇷!!!
My husband is a REPUBLICAN who has NEVER VOTED FOR TRUMP. WHY?The present pseudo Republicans have nothing to do with the Republicans of his parent’s day.They are cowardly and support a serial criminal wh0 is President.
Thank you for your support!
As the Boss says - Come on up for the Rising.
The Rising," a song by Bruce Springsteen, can be interpreted in several ways, with its core themes centered around faith, hope, and resilience in the face of adversity, particularly in the aftermath of the 9/11 attacks. The song can be seen as a call to rise up as a Community, find strength in each other, and honor the fallen. Additionally, it can be understood as a metaphor for personal and spiritual ascent, a journey towards redemption and rebirth.
https://songmeanings.com/songs/view/128665/
Thank you for your support... Agreed... "On Tyranny" by Timothy Synder is a quick read... ICE is the midway point of Authoritarianism... Voting will be next... we must educate ourselves and stay vigilant in pushing down misinformation
« Voting will be next » ; I really hope voting will be possible…
I hope Trump will be out of office before we vote.
In July 2024, speaking at the conservative organization Turning Point Action’s Believers’ Summit in West Palm Beach, Florida, Donald Trump told an audience of Christians: “Get out and vote! Just this time. You won’t have to do it anymore! Four more years — you know what? It’ll be fixed, it’ll be fine, you won’t have to vote anymore.”
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Thank you for all your doing to keep America a democracy
I’m not a us citizen but I have subscribed, sorry it’s not the full amount.
Thank You For Caring And Getting Engaged. No Human On Our Mother Earth IS Illegal.
Eugenics Is Tragically, Still Alive. We Must Kill Supremacist Ideology! With Education. Knowledge Is Power And Must Be Freely Given And Accessible To All People Equitably.
It is said " that every little bit helps" TY
Absolutely
YA KNOW WHAT? If, in the BEGINNING, tRump had been stopped in his tracks, IMPEACHED like he should have been, NEUTERED under the CONSTITUTION like he should have been, Naturally protecting us from allowing a FELON from running for the highest Office in America, hiring a novice unauthorized maniac who ignorantly slashed, crushed and fatality burned down permanent life saving Programs. NOW, we find we have, with open eyes been dragged into the teeth of OLIGARCHY ........This SHOULD have been prevented in the BEGINNING.
Agree completely
That condition is thanks to the Repuglicans!
Just what I was thinking. This isn’t all the maggats fault. If the supposed regular Rs had done the right thing in Jan. 2020, none of this would ever have happened. The “Party” is just as responsible as t. himself. 👹
As a Canadian, I can only say ELBOWS UP to all of you. Fight until it’s over for Trump!
Thank you for the encouragement Mélanie! We now say Elbows Up! as a message to our neighbors to the north of solidarity & our respect to you.