We discuss the basics of organizing and the fruits of that work. Michael reminds us that “organizers organize organizations.”

Michael’s civic action toolkit recommendations are:

1) Gather 4-5 friends to talk about what’s happening

2) Share ideas on what you can do to resist

Michael Ansara is a seasoned community organizer and the author of The Hard Work of Hope: A Memoir.

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Credits:

Host: Mila Atmos

Guests: Michael Ansara

Executive Producer: Mila Atmos

Producer: Zack Travis

Turning Hope Into Action: Michael Ansara