It Could Happen Here It Could Happen Here Weekly 192
Jul 26, 2025
Gillian Brockell, a journalist focused on deportation flights, shares insights into the secretive U.S. deportation regime. Mel Buehr discusses grassroots resistance to ICE actions in California, highlighting recent community protests. Sean Carr sheds light on local organizing efforts in Los Angeles, detailing the emotional resilience of activists. The conversation also critiques traditional lobbying approaches, emphasizing the power of collective activism in the fight for immigrant rights. Together, they navigate the complexities of human rights and systemic injustices facing vulnerable populations.
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Grassroots Power Stops Medicaid Ban
- Grassroots pressure was crucial to stopping the trans Medicaid ban in the Senate.
- Politicians only took action after massive public activism and phone calls from constituents.
Anger Beats Lobbying
- Lobbyists and establishment nonprofits failed to act effectively on trans rights.
- Direct anger and accountability pressure is a more effective political strategy.
Rely on Community, Not Politicians
- Do not rely on Democratic politicians' access model; it no longer protects queer people.
- Build community power and act with anger to force change.