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Indivisible Actions South East NC @indivisiblesenc.bsky.social · 38m

"It's easy to learn civics in an authoritarian government. You just learn what all the rules...and you have no chance to change them. You don't have an active role.

But democracy requires active citizenship, and it's when we are apathetic that our democracy does not work."

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Why Do So Many Americans Not Know How Their Government Works? | Civics Made Easy

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Indivisible Actions South East NC @indivisiblesenc.bsky.social · 40m

3 DAYS TO GO!!
Are you ready?!

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Common Cause NC @commoncausenc.bsky.social · 1d

“When the state of North Carolina is one of four states in America without a budget, and services and salaries aren't being addressed? To come back to rig a map for partisan advantage is beyond an insult to the citizens of the state."

More: bit.ly/4nOHzwV

North Carolina lawmakers will attempt to redraw congressional districts

North Carolina is represented by 10 Republicans and four Democrats in the U.S. House of Representatives. Republican leaders in the state legislature plan to draw new lines in the coming weeks.

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John Herrmann (he/him) @hermanatorilm.bsky.social · 2d

I'm attending No Kings's event, “NO KINGS Wilmington March - The Convergence” - sign up now to join me! www.mobilize.us/indivisible/...

NO KINGS Wilmington March - The Convergence · Indivisible

_Hosted by Indivisible Actions Southeast North Carolina, Indivisible Wilmington, ILM Action Network, Immigrant Allies Forum, Brunswick Indivisible Stepping Forward for Action, Indivisible Defenders of...

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NPR @npr.org · 2d

A Statement from NPR’s Editor in Chief on the Pentagon’s Press Policy.
Read More: www.npr.org/2025/10/13/g...

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Home of the Brave @ofthebraveusa.bsky.social · 2d

On October 18th, millions of brave Americans will stand up and peacefully protest against the authoritarian disease metastasizing under Donald Trump.

No Thrones. No Crowns. No Kings. @gtconway.bsky.social

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NPR @npr.org · 2d

NPR is highlighting Indigenous stories from across its network in celebrations of Indigenous Peoples Day. n.pr/47nGDK8

Highlighting Indigenous stories from across NPR's network

NPR is highlighting Indigenous stories from across its network in celebrations of Indigenous Peoples Day.

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PBS News @pbsnews.org · 2d

From Seattle to Baltimore, many Americans were celebrating Monday as Indigenous Peoples Day, determined to see it as a triumph of perseverance over centuries marked by trauma. https://to.pbs.org/4n1JlK0

Some Indigenous Peoples Day events strike conciliatory tone as Trump focuses on Columbus

This is the first year Indigenous Peoples Day has state recognition in Montana, after a decade-long campaign in the state that is home to 12 federally recognized tribes.

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Indivisible Actions South East NC @indivisiblesenc.bsky.social · 4d

Book Recommendation!

Blueprint for Revolution
How to Use Rice Pudding, Lego Men, and Other Nonviolent Techniques to Galvanize Communities, Overthrow Dictators, or Simply Change the World

By Srdja Popovic and Matthew Miller

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#indivisible #resist

Blueprint for Revolution by Srdja Popovic, Matthew Miller: 9780812995305 | PenguinRandomHouse.com: Books

An urgent and accessible handbook for peaceful protesters, activists, and community organizers—anyone trying to defend their rights, hold their government accountable, or change the world Blueprint....

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Thom Tillis is Toast. @thomtillisistoast.bsky.social · 5d

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Democracy North Carolina @democracync.bsky.social · 6d

Let’s be honest: we’re all sometimes that guy…

So if you DO miss the regular deadline, don’t worry.
➡️ You can still register and vote during Early Voting using Same-Day Registration. Just bring a document with your name and address and make sure your voice is counted. #ncpol

Democracy North Carolina @democracync.bsky.social · 6d

“I’ll do it later” is how people miss the voter registration deadline (tomorrow @ 5pm btw)... Don’t be that guy ‼️

➡️ Learn more at demnc.co/register

Register to vote online or by paper form. | NC Voter

Voter registration deadlines. | Check that your voter registration is current. | Register online if you have a state-issued ID or driver’s license.

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Indivisible Actions South East NC @indivisiblesenc.bsky.social · 6d

ONE! day left to make sure you are registered to vote in NC Municipal Elections in November! ONE!!!!

Voter Registration Deadline: Friday, October 10, 2025

www.nhcgov.com/1076/2025-Mu...

#nc #northcarolina #vote #getoutthevote

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Indivisible Actions South East NC @indivisiblesenc.bsky.social · 6d

📢 MAKE YOUR BEST SIGNS, BRING YOUR SUNSCREEN, AND TELL YOUR FRIENDS!

🚫👑NO KINGS Wilmington March - The Convergence!
So big we needed multiple threads to share all the information!
See above!

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#wilmington #nc #NorthCarolina #NoKings #indivisible

NO KINGS Wilmington March - Launch Site RSVP

NO KINGS Wilmington March - The Convergence We will launch from 4 different locations, marching toward a great convergence near Innes Park on Third Street. Please let us know your chosen launch locati...

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Indivisible Actions South East NC @indivisiblesenc.bsky.social · 6d

No Kings After Party Join us at Eagle’s Dare from 2pm to 6pm for the official Indivisible After Party with Cool Jerk, The Dirty White Rags, and more! Free admission, but we hope you'll donate $5 at the door to support these great local bands.

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Indivisible Actions South East NC @indivisiblesenc.bsky.social · 6d

The processions will converge in downtown Wilmington, where attendees can line the streets or attend a rally at Innes Park.

The launch sites will not be active all afternoon. If you miss us, meet downtown near 3rd & Princess.

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Indivisible Actions South East NC @indivisiblesenc.bsky.social · 6d

Join us at any of these 3 locations at 11AM to march!

Launch Site North: 1898 Memorial Park | 1018 N. 3rd St

Launch Site South: Castle St between 4th & 5th

Launch Site West: Alton Lennon Federal Building | 2 Princess St

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Indivisible Actions South East NC @indivisiblesenc.bsky.social · 6d

NO KINGS Wilmington March - The Convergence

October 18, 2025 | 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM

3 launch sites!

Converge in downtown Wilmington.
Line the streets or attend a rally at Innes Park.

Please RSVP for your chosen launch:
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🧵More info in replies below!

Poster with information:

In America, we don’t put up with would-be kings.

📅 WHEN: October 18, 2025 | 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM

📍 WHERE: We will kick off the march from three different launch sites. The processions will converge in downtown Wilmington, where attendees can line the streets or attend a rally at Innes Park. Join us at any of these three locations to march!

Please RSVP for your chosen launch site, so we can prepare for a safe and secure march: https://forms.gle/bqN8SYSgXAcX7w2L7

Launch Site North: 1898 Memorial Park | 1018 N. 3rd St

- Hosted by Indivisible Actions Southeast North Carolina, Women Organizing for Wilmington, NHC Chapter of the National Black Leadership Caucus, NC State AFL-CIO
Launch Site South: Castle St between 4th & 5th

- Hosted by ILM Action Network, Indivisible Wilmington, Immigrant Allies Forum, Brunswick Indivisible Stepping Forward for Action, Indivisible Defenders of Democracy, Brunswick Voices 4 Democracy
Launch Site West: Alton Lennon Federal Building | 2 Princess St

- Hosted by NHCDP & SE North Carolina Women Forward
Please Note: The launch sites will not be active all afternoon. If you miss us, meet downtown near 3rd & Princess. We originally announced a Launch Site East on Market St, but that site is no longer active.

No Kings Rally Women Organizing for Wilmington and partners will host a rally at Innes Park from 11:30am to 2:00pm. We expect big crowds, so not everyone will be able to reach Innes Park. If you want a shorter march, we recommend starting from Launch Site West.

No Kings After Party Join us at Eagle’s Dare from 2pm to 6pm for the official Indivisible After Party with Cool Jerk, The Dirty White Rags, and more! Free admission, but we hope you'll donate $5 at the door to support these great local bands.

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Indivisible Actions South East NC @indivisiblesenc.bsky.social · 6d

Public camping ordinance goes into effect after Wilmington City Council approves third reading

Wilmington City Council has approved the third reading for a new ordinance during their meeting on Oct. 7.

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Public camping ordinance goes into effect after Wilmington City Council approves third reading

Wilmington City Council has approved the third reading for a new ordinance during their meeting on Oct. 7.

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Indivisible Actions South East NC @indivisiblesenc.bsky.social · 6d

TWO! days left to make sure you are registered to vote in NC Municipal Elections in November!

Voter Registration Deadline: Friday, October 10, 2025

www.nhcgov.com/1076/2025-Mu...

#nc #northcarolina #vote #getoutthevote

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Indivisible Asheville/WNC @indivisibleavl.bsky.social · 9d

Find a #NoKings event near you for Oct. 18th!

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Indivisible Actions South East NC @indivisiblesenc.bsky.social · 8d

4 days left to make sure you are registered to vote in NC Municipal Elections in November!

Voter Registration Deadline: Friday, October 10, 2025

www.nhcgov.com/1076/2025-Mu...

#nc #northcarolina #vote #getoutthevote

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Indivisible Actions South East NC @indivisiblesenc.bsky.social · 19d

Are you ready!?

No Kings Day, Saturday, Oct 18th
11am – 2pm EDT

102 N 3rd St
Wilmington, NC
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#nokingsday #wilmingtonnc

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Cory Booker @corybooker.com · 8d

This is dangerous and an assault on the peace and strength of Americans and America.

This is not who we are or what we should be doing in our communities.

This is wrong.

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Cory Booker @corybooker.com · 8d

Amidst dark and uncertain times, we must work together and come together, and be the light we need.

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Indivisible Guilford NC ❌️ 👑 @indivisiblegconc.bsky.social · 8d

We can't let this happen, y'all!!

No Crowns, No Thrones, NO KINGS! EVER!

#nokingsgreensboro #nokings #immigrantsmakeusgreat

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