Pod Save America How Do We Push Back on Authoritarianism? (Crooked Con)
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Nov 9, 2025 
Skye Perryman, a leader in challenging executive abuses, and Norm Eisen, a former White House ethics official, share their strategies for combating authoritarianism. They discuss the impact of rapid response litigation and how to shape public narratives through legal action. Political strategists Alex Ball, Morris Katz, and Samson Signore dive into upcoming election tactics, emphasizing disciplined messaging and persuasion over mere turnout. Their insights on targeting key demographics and employing new media tactics reveal innovative ways to engage voters and counter misinformation.
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Courts Shape Public Narrative
- Litigation can both stop harm and shape public narratives by uncovering individual stories.
- Skye Perryman says court cases feed investigative reporting and change how Americans perceive policy abuses.
Chronicle Of Early Legal Battles
- Norm Eisen recounts suing Trump first in both presidential terms and many landmark victories.
- He lists wins like blocking birthright citizenship moves, saving civil servants' jobs, and disqualifying Alina Habba.
Pair Lawsuits With Movement-Building
- Use litigation to empower people publicly and build movements, not just to win in court.
- Skye Perryman urges pairing lawsuits with coalition organizing to show citizens remain in charge.