Oh, would you look at that! I very happily eat my words; it just looked like there wasn't any federation going on over there earlier. Happy to be proven wrong.
In either case, eventually we will probably close this community and shift over to the communities hosted over there.
It is a mirror of r/50501, but it's also the official 50501 Lemmy instance. I don't believe it is federating.
r/Evolved_Fungi: "I need to ask everyone to PLEASE STOP PROTESTING!" (clickbait)
r/Evolved_Fungi on Reddit posted the following :
> Behind the scenes, I've been facing some threats suggesting there are some who want to stop the 50501 movement by stopping me. > > To be honest, it makes me a bit anxious, and I’ve lost some sleep over it. > > Yet, I'm certain that I could shout this message from the rooftops, take out full-page ads in newspapers, and create viral videos pleading, "PLEASE STOP PROTESTING!" > > And still, the PROTESTS WOULD GO ON! > > I could plead with people to stop protesting. I could even yell it in frustration, and get friends to join me in this plea! > > And the PROTESTS WOULD STILL GO ON! > > I could warn people that Donald Trump is displeased with me, that Elon Musk is searching for me, that my well-being is at stake for starting this movement! > > And yet, the PROTESTS WOULD GO ON! > > The essence of 50501 has taken hold. It’s an idea that unites people without a single leader or group at the helm. It’s the belief that we are all leaders, capable of HOLDING OUR ELECTED OFFICIALS ACCOUNTABLE! > > For anyone who thinks I’m leading this movement, I’d love to hear how you think I could stop it. Because I’m absolutely convinced that I couldn’t! And honestly, I’m not sure I would, even if I could. > > Because the PROTESTS MUST CONTINUE! > > People have discovered community. They’ve found strength in their voices. They’ve rekindled hope in America, something so many had lost after the election. > > So the PROTESTS WILL GO ON! > > When an idea unites not just our country, but the world, it cannot be extinguished, especially not by me! Starting a fire requires just a spark, but it takes tremendous effort to put it out. > > The IDEA that we have power together is that spark. The IDEA that we are ALL leaders in the fight for what’s right is the FLAME. Knowing that we are ALL 50501 is the FIRE THAT CAN’T BE EXTINGUISHED! > > The IDEA ensures that the PROTESTS WILL GO ON! > > With me or without me, by its very nature. No matter what I do, I am no more powerful in this movement than anyone else. Like a candle that ignites others, who then go on to light even more. My flame is just one among many now. I’m powerless to halt this movement, and that’s what makes it so beautiful! SO POWERFUL! > > Even if I’m silenced, it wouldn't matter because there are hundreds of thousands of others with the same voice, ready to inspire, lead, and hold those in power accountable! > > If I’m silenced, the next protest is still planned. If I’m silenced, the movement will continue to grow without me! > > And that’s the true strength of this movement. Leaderless, yet driven by an IDEA. Leaderless, but FILLED WITH PEOPLE WHO ARE LEADERS! > > And because of that, the PROTESTS WILL GO ON! > > With or without me. > > I’ve come to realize I’D RATHER LOSE SLEEP AT NIGHT FOR DOING THE RIGHT THING than to lie awake at night regretting not doing anything. > > We ALL HOLD THAT FLAME to make sure the FIRE THAT IS 50501 continues to BURN! > > WE ARE ALL 50501! > > Thank you, every single one of you! BECAUSE OF YOU, we are 208,000 STRONG! AND WE CANNOT BE STOPPED! > > LET THE PROTESTS GO ON!!!!
Over 250,000 people have signed a petition in support of an impeachment investigation of President Donald Trump.
Official Lemmy Instance: 50501.chat
The National 50501 organization has created an official Lemmy instance! If you are new to the Fediverse and are having trouble deciding which instance to create your account on, that one is a good choice. It also includes a mirror to the Reddit r/50501 community.
That moment will trigger a Constitutional crisis the likes of which we have not seen since 1860.
Fantastic! This will be really useful for delegation in communities like mine.
Next Day of Protest: April 5th
Source: https://www.reddit.com/r/50501/comments/1j4jyan/april_5th_our_next_nationwide_date_of/
Sticky federated posts
Is there a way to pin or make sticky a post from a federated account? My community is local to piefed.social but I would like to pin a post from a user on a different instance.
We need ranked choice voting yesterday so we don't have to keep settling for the "this side is slightly less shitty" compromise.
It's so pathetic how the GOP members of Congress applaud every lie and absurdity Trump says. The GOP is completely lost.
Your Lemmy instance must not have received the updated link yet.
Early turnout at Santa Cruz, CA March 4 Protest
The protest eventually grew to over 100 people standing at each corner of the intersection. Fabulous turnout and a wonderful vibe!
It's my bad for fat-fingering the community description. I've fixed it. The correct URL is https://fiftyfifty.one/
This just means they can use the information you input in order for Firefox to work the way you expect it to. The purpose of the information collection is clearly stated:
to help you navigate, experience, and interact with online content as you indicate with your use of Firefox.
I know Republicans who don't think Elon Musk's obvious conflicts of interest are a problem. You just can't reason with these people.
Elon Musk's Open Corruption Revealed in new FAA Plans
The Federal Aviation Administration is now going after one of Starlink’s main competitors.
It's been time to find an off-ramp from SLS for over a decade.
Nearly 40% of contracts canceled by Musk’s DOGE are expected to produce no savings
Nearly 40% of the federal contracts that President Donald Trump’s administration claims to have canceled as part of its signature cost-cutting program aren’t expected to save the government any money, the administration’s data shows.
> Nearly 40% of the federal contracts that President Donald Trump’s administration claims to have canceled as part of its signature cost-cutting program aren’t expected to save the government any money, the administration’s own data shows. > > The Department of Government Efficiency, run by Trump adviser Elon Musk, published an updated list Monday of nearly 2,300 contracts that agencies terminated in recent weeks across the federal government. Data published on DOGE’s “Wall of Receipts” shows that more than one-third of the contract cancellations, 794 in all, are expected to yield no savings.
Hey, we're finally getting their attention!
American elections lack competition
https://electionlawblog.org/?p=148710
Perhaps we should add "Federal legislation abolishing gerrymandering" to our movement's list of demands?
"What Is 50501?" Handouts
I made handouts using u/In-tandem's "Unified Message" and u/FiftyFifty1Movement's "We remain committed to non-violence" announcement. Print double-sided; each piece of paper has two handouts.
https://drive.proton.me/urls/3H2VJS030G#mwQvncatwlu4
March 4th Protest - Santa Cruz, California
March 4th "March Forth" protest planned in Santa Cruz California, at the clocktower at noon.
Now imagine your asset becomes the president of the United States. All of a sudden, he is the most useful and important intelligence asset in the history of intelligence assets.
Oh, it was absolutely in a VM. I had a blast breaking stuff and not having to stress about it. It's the best way to learn how systems work, IMO.
This is what you get when your team of unpaid teenage interns are given the kind of access that DOGE has. So much for transparency and accountability.
Activist Handbook
A useful resource for anyone interested in grassroots organizing. It's easier than you might think!
Press Release from 50501
The text of the press release is as follows: > 50501 is a peaceful movement dedicated to positive change through nonviolent action. We unequivocally condemn any form of violence, threats of violence, or the suggestion of using weapons in connection with our movement. There is absolutely no place for such rhetoric in our spaces.
> To be completely clear: Weapons are not permitted at any of our events. Our mission is rooted in peaceful advocacy, and we will not allow any actions that could endanger our supporters, the public, or law enforcement.
> In all of our events, we have worked in accordance with local law as it pertains to local gatherings and protesting, including pulling permits. We expect all of our supporters to conduct themselves lawfully and responsibly, and disavow anything advocating for disruption or violence.
> Furthermore, we have a zero-tolerance policy regarding discussions of firearms, violence, or any form of incitement on our channels and platforms. Anyone who violates this policy will be immediately banned. T here will be no warnings, no second chances.
> We urge everyone to remain peaceful, lawful, and committed to the principles of nonviolent action. 50501 stands for justice, progress, and the power of the people -- peacefully . Let's keep it that way.
Next Planned Protest: March 4th
March Forth! The community seems to have decided on March 4th as the next day of protest for our movement. Head to your state capitol or nearest major city on 3/4/2025 to protest against Donald Trump declaring himself the king of the United States!
Feel free to share any specific plans (place/time) for meeting in your local area in this thread.
r/50501 Taken Private on Reddit | UPDATE: It's Back!
UPDATE: The subreddit is back!
It appears that the mods of r/50501 have taken the subreddit private, meaning no organizing can happen there until it is made public again.
White House X Account Proclaims: Long Live the King
The official X account of the White House posted this image with the words, "Long Live the King." The only way Trump could get closer to declaring himself king is by posting this from his personal account.
A Sad Moment in American History
Senator Sanders: > I hope that every American, regardless of political perspective, will stand tall and say: YES to democracy, NO to oligarchy, and NO to authoritarianism.
This Is How Democracy Dies--Unless We Stop It
Copied from a post by u/transcendent167:
This isn’t about Trump. It isn’t about Biden. It isn’t about left vs. right.
This is about powerful elites stripping away your rights—one law at a time, one crisis at a time.
For years, they’ve taken from you:
YOUR wages – Costs go up, but your paycheck stays the same.
YOUR time – Work harder, longer, and still struggle to make ends meet.
YOUR voice – Unions crushed, protests criminalized, truth buried under propaganda.
And now, they expect YOU to stay quiet while they take even more.
Trump’s Words Are a Warning WE Can’t Ignore
“He who saves his country does not violate any law.”
This isn’t just rhetoric—it’s a test trial for dictatorship.
History’s WORST leaders have said the same:
Hitler: “The good of the state stands above the law.”
Mussolini: “Nothing against the state.”
Napoleon: “I am the revolution.”
THIS is how it starts. First, they rewrite the law. Then, they label dissent as treason. Finally, they erase opposition entirely.
Trump and his enablers are testing how much they can get away with. If we do NOTHING, they will keep pushing until resistance is IMPOSSIBLE.
THEY Keep Us Fighting Each Other While They Take EVERYTHING
THEY distract us with culture wars while THEY rob us blind.
THEY tell you immigrants are the problem—but it’s CORPORATIONS that refuse to pay fair wages.
THEY tell you social programs are too expensive—but they bail out BANKS and BILLIONAIRES with YOUR tax dollars.
THEY tell you workers asking for better conditions are UNGRATEFUL—but CEOs make 300x MORE than their employees.
Meanwhile, THEY buy up housing, kill union efforts, and bury us in debt—keeping US too BUSY, too TIRED, and too AFRAID to fight back.
THEY will call us traitors for demanding fairness. THEY will say we are dangerous for speaking out. But EVERY dictatorship starts by SILENCING dissent and CONVINCING people that obedience is patriotism.
This isn’t about politics. This is about survival.
THEY are betting on your silence. THEY are counting on your inaction.
Prove them wrong.
WE are gathering. WE are organizing. WE will not be ignored.
STAND with us. JOIN the movement.