The Bulwark Podcast S2 Ep1038: Leah Greenberg and Ezra Levin: The Power of 'No'
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May 8, 2025 Leah Greenberg and Ezra Levin, co-executive directors of Indivisible, discuss the resurgence of grassroots activism in today's political climate. They emphasize the importance of unity among activists, particularly in resisting authoritarian tendencies. Engaging younger generations in activism is crucial, as is addressing issues like immigration with authenticity. The duo also critiques political consultants' advice to ignore tough topics. With protests making a comeback, they inspire listeners to transform passive participation into active engagement.
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Indivisible's Grassroots Origin
- Leah Greenberg and Ezra Levin created a 23-page Google Doc as a grassroots guide to resist Trump's agenda after the 2016 election.
- This unexpectedly sparked thousands of local groups organizing across the country based on their guide, Indivisible.
Grassroots vs. Institutional Collapse
- The elites and institutions folded quickly to Trump's regime, while ordinary people prepared to push back.
- Rebuilding opposition requires convincing institutions that democracy will reassert and mass resistance will emerge.
From Passive Watching To Action
- Don't just consume political media passively; become an active participant in politics.
- Join local groups and take collective action to influence elected officials and policy.