Every week, People’s Action shares actions you can take online and with our member groups
| We’re back—and we’re ready to fight. Last week, People’s Action and People’s Action Institute took time to rest, recover, and fortify ourselves—because we know the weeks ahead will put our movement to the test. This week (per usual), Trump and his corporate allies are escalating their attacks—calling in the National Guard to clamp down on dissent in D.C., stripping away our rights, dismantling our democracy, and trying to prevent us from showing up for each other. But here’s the truth: the real power is with us. That’s why this month, we’re coming in strong—fighting back against every attack on our communities, showing up for nationwide days of action, and training new leaders at our Fundamentals of Organizing on August 25 to sharpen the skills and build the power we need to win. Here’s how you can plug in this week and fight for the future we deserve. 👇 |
| EVENT: Fight the Trump Takeover—National Day of Action Saturday, August 16 | Locations Nationwide The Trump takeover started in Texas, but it won’t end there. His allies are rigging districts, attacking voting rights, and silencing communities of color to steal Congress in 2026. This is a political emergency—an existential threat to democracy. On August 16, we’re fighting back with a National Day of Action led by Texas and joined by communities across the country. Whether you host a rally, a phone bank, or a high-visibility banner drop, your action will send a clear message: we see what Trump is doing, and we won’t stand for it. Find or host an event near you: https://www.fightthetrumptakeover.com/ Spread the word: Use #FightTheTrumpTakeover on social media. |
| ACTION: Demand Homes, Not Handcuffs Our country is facing the worst housing emergency since the Great Depression. Families everywhere are struggling to keep a roof over their heads—and now, Trump’s budget is threatening even more harm. We need real solutions—not more pain. The Homes for All Act, championed by Rep. Ilhan Omar, would invest $1 trillion to build 12 million safe, affordable homes. Tell your Senators: Reject Trump’s cuts. Pass the Homes for All Act. Send your letter now → ppls.ac/homesnotcuts |
| TRAINING: Fundamentals of Organizing Training The Organizing Revival is here—People’s Action Institute is reigniting the heart of our work by training thousands in the core skills that build lasting people power. This two-part, quarterly training dives deep into the fundamentals: power, self-interest, relational organizing, and what it takes to build multiracial organizations rooted in the world as it is—and the world we’re fighting for. Register today: August 25 & 26 | 5:30–9:00 p.m. ET |
| PHONE BANKS: Tax and Budget Fight The Big Ugly Budget rips away health care and food assistance in order to give massive tax breaks to billionaires and corporations. That ain’t right! Now your representatives are starting the annual appropriations process, and planning to make even deeper cuts to housing funds, education and other investments that working people need! Join People’s Action Institute for Tax & Budget Fight Phone banks, where we’ll talk to constituents and have deep, meaningful conversations about how these funding cuts hurt our communities. Together, we’ll take action to pressure Congress to stop these cuts and ensure the rich pay their fair share. No experience? No problem! We provide training at every phone bank to set you up for success. Whether you’re a seasoned volunteer or making your first call, you’ll be supported every step of the way. Thu, Aug 14, 6:00 p.m.—8:30 p.m ET |
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