We need a “March of the Elders” in every city and county on one day. More like a rally. But a show that elders are still citizens, still have voices, still make demands and still care about the future of this country. - ThreadSky

sifill.bsky.social • 3 days ago

We need a “March of the Elders” in every city and county on one day. More like a rally. But a show that elders are still citizens, still have voices, still make demands and still care about the future of this country.

Reposted from Brian Tyler Cohen

Trump’s Commerce Secretary just said seniors shouldn’t “call and complain” if they stop getting their Social Security checks: “A fraudster always makes the loudest noise screaming and complaining.”

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raywoodson5.bsky.social•2 days ago

I’m ready…

adept2u.bsky.social•3 days ago

I think my mom gave enough going to jail over trying to buy a coke and under no circumstances want her facing white cops again.

cogbarn.bsky.social•3 days ago

August 14 marks the 90th anniversary of the signing of the Social Security Act. Unfortunately that’s not a great time for outdoor protests in most of the country.

poppydivine.bsky.social•3 days ago

At 77 my friend went to her very first protest (which was for Tesla takedown). We talked about crone magic and how energizing it was for her to meet other passionate elders. 🩷

debjben.bsky.social•3 days ago

What about putting the oldsters (I am one) at the front of the protest march. I think the goons wouldn't hesitate to shoot younger protesters. But even the goons have parents and grandparents. Maybe they wouldn't shoot us.

jayflogal.bsky.social•3 days ago

They were all out at the Tesla Takedown today. No young people..

kaymaezay.bsky.social•3 days ago

Well, this "Elder" has been marching since the 60's and I'm damn tired. How about you kids organize it, and get us some wheelchairs or spiffy golf cards to parade in, or fund transportation to key locations? I use my voice where an when I can; but ...where's AARP?

do-no-harm1.bsky.social•3 days ago

Notice the active protest rallies, images shown daily on the Rachel Maddow Show @maddow.msnbc.com and often also on @allinwithchris.bsky.social

The vast majority ARE seniors.

Let’s also rally more of the non-voting youth. 🙏🏻🫶

Nationwide Hands Off Rally, Saturday April 5!

The time is NOW!

jvarrige.bsky.social•3 days ago

I’ll push a wheelchair, help someone walk. There have been people with walkers at the protests I’ve been to.

jmfrank.bsky.social•2 days ago

I’ll be there!

dld69.bsky.social•3 days ago

One of the things we need more than most is as many veterans standing up against this is possible. They’re gonna try to squash nonviolent protest, but if it’s veterans, it will look really bad and send a signal to those law-enforcement people who are citing with Trump over the constitution

dbotter.bsky.social•3 days ago

Just as important, or maybe in conjunction, we need young people to have a "March for the Elders".

dbotter.bsky.social•3 days ago

It's time we start marching for each other.

areaman65.bsky.social•3 days ago

Remember what happened to Dan Rostenkowski?

elanc.bsky.social•3 days ago

We need a tax boycott of the federal govt. Don’t file your return. Have zero tax withheld from your paycheck or your retirement payment.

lauramorton.bsky.social•3 days ago

Actually, it's on April 5 in every state capital and on the national mall. See you there!

witch-of-the-north.bsky.social•3 days ago

I agree, but with physical limitations it’s hard. I was able to do so many more in-person protests in my youth (ex. women’s rights, Vietnam, Nestlé boycott, anti-nuclear testing). I do the best I can from home, but so wish I could be there in person!

bjgt.bsky.social•2 days ago

Yes, same here

lawco.bsky.social•3 days ago

Millions of folks depend on their monthly SS payments as their primary or only source of income. Without SS they would be homeless and starving.

jonradams.bsky.social•3 days ago

Agreed! It shouldn't be difficult to motivate those who can--already when you watch the town halls from everywhere, they're filled with gray-haireds.

sarahroller.bsky.social•3 days ago

Great idea

terrycmk.bsky.social•3 days ago

Elder after it in AZ. :-)

bobtheguardian.bsky.social•2 days ago

This is a great idea and AARP, NCOA, USAging are all organizations we need to be getting behind and uplifting.

Older Americans are going to be the fascist Achilles heel.

tracyc171.bsky.social•3 days ago

They all join hands and sign on to the crazy narrative! Is this like the Venezuelan criminal argument? Those without any criminal history are the most dangerous because there’s been no investigating of their background?😳🙄

davidwmoorhouse.bsky.social•3 days ago

These trunt sycophants need to be shown the bottom of a wicker basket

geoffthornton.bsky.social•3 days ago

Perhaps a phase or component of a general strike.

arch-villein.bsky.social•3 days ago

“A fraudster always makes the loudest noise screaming and complaining."
Hmm...who do we know that complains more than anyone else about every slight?

lucyszcz.bsky.social•2 days ago

Exactly.

astosmaldova.bsky.social•2 days ago

I mean technically he just called out his own boss saying that a fraudster just makes the loudest screams.... But you know he's not aware enough to realize that.

2dragons.bsky.social•3 days ago

This a good idea. You also need to mention..
It is part of the human life spand that we all get OLD. If you 'young folks' want that Social Security to be place for your retirement. Then I suggest you learn more about SSI and start protesting. Their are more of you than old folks in this country.

sunflow77.bsky.social•2 days ago

My sneakers and me are ready. Marched in the cold with Stevie Wonder for King Holiday. Yup. I Like It!

aboynamedart.bsky.social•3 days ago

One would think this would be AARP's moment

cogbarn.bsky.social•3 days ago

They’re too busy selling cruises and Medicare Advantage plans

bobtheguardian.bsky.social•2 days ago

Who cares. Use them as much as we can.

gwchilly.bsky.social•3 days ago

AARP is on the cusp of exposure as a racket if they don’t get it together fast.

cogbarn.bsky.social•3 days ago

A quick glance at their front page reveals that this deadly threat to many American seniors is … not a top concern of theirs. I suppose they’re afraid of antagonizing their MAGA members and/or being sued for “terrorism” for opposing DOGE.

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peggysc.bsky.social•3 days ago

This elder didn't march for Viet Nam, but I'm ready to lace up my marching shoes. Just let me know when.

ttgfla.bsky.social•3 days ago

A truly insensitive MONSTER!

briansd32.bsky.social•3 days ago

And if driven to desperation will respond accordingly

swissmrs3.bsky.social•3 days ago

Sherrilyn, we just did one today. We are on our third week and the group is growing. One guy there in a wheelchair.

queeringtherapist.bsky.social•3 days ago

This 63 year-old LOVES this idea and is gonna put this on the organizing agenda. Thank you.

60hzhum.bsky.social•3 days ago

Lutnik is a moron that doesn’t even understand how crime works. He thinks criminals complain to the authorities if their crime is disrupted, and good citizens would stay quiet when their earned income is interrupted. JFC

ciaogirl9.bsky.social•3 days ago

SIT IN, dear. Like the old days.
Seniors are too old to March be we sure as hell can SIT IN

wendymilady.bsky.social•2 days ago

Great idea! Sit ins at the local parks.

ciaogirl9.bsky.social•2 days ago

I may have to do it weekly

wbaker14.bsky.social•3 days ago

So exactly what should they do idiot ?

billcoolidge.bsky.social•3 days ago

Ot would be good to have an official one but every march I’ve been to is a “March of the Elders” with very few people under 50 there at all.

paulaptb.bsky.social•3 days ago

The Tesla Takedown protest I attended and the town halls I see online -- have no shortage of elders. The over-60s wer the majority. They are fighting for all of us. But sure, a themed rally is a good idea.

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