David Cobb, a former Green Party presidential nominee, and Kali Akuno, co-founder of Cooperation Jackson, delve into the alarming rise of authoritarianism under the Trump administration. They discuss the immediate impacts on marginalized communities and the dismantling of government institutions. The duo shares their long-term vision for economic democracy and grassroots organization as a means of resistance. They emphasize the importance of building community infrastructure and fostering political engagement to cultivate a new society amidst growing fascistic threats.