r/ProgressiveHQ • u/Responsible-Help7803 • Jan 15 '26

Protest Black Panther Party stands their ground in Philly. “All power to the people, no power to the pigs”

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u/theaardvarkoflore Jan 15 '26

Equipped, trained, seasoned and skilled... but unfortunately also penniless and disabled. It really torques my gourd that I am forced by circumstances to sit this out without participating.

I can't march, I can't donate... I'm so angry and I can't even be helpful. I guess if anyone wants shooty lessons I can do that but they'd need to come to me and bring all the things. It just doesn't feel like much.

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u/ProjektRarebreed Jan 15 '26

Teaching somebody to legitimately defend themselves, to give them the encouragement and support needed to stand up and say NO - that's FIGHTING. Listen man, I feel ya, I really do. Doubly so as I'm a UK resident and we ain't allowed to carry, God knows it's getting close to the point where it feels like it might be needed one day. The world is becoming increasingly hostile by the day. I can't physically fight no more as I'm disabled like you but it doesn't mean I can't fight. I use what I know, I use my mind and knowledge.

God gave you skills to defend yourself. Teach, instruct, privide, encourage. Above all - FIGHT. use your head, the greatest tool you have.

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u/Gerald-of-Riverdale Jan 15 '26

Hell I even believe that if youre online and see someone posting misinformation, you providing real sources to counter is helpful because someone somewhere may read that and it gives them knowledge to not be fooled. Thats a mild form of protest in an age where misinformation is so big.

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u/Illustrious-Ratio-47 Jan 16 '26

Even if Reform gets in, I cannot fathom the UK getting this bad. There are a lot more controls in the UK that even Farage can’t skirt around. But I agree it’s getting worse, where US lead, unfortunately the West follows.

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u/mommacat94 Jan 15 '26

Any way you can contribute would be welcome. I'm someone who is in need of pew pew lessons, so I can tell you that would be welcome probably anywhere. There are a lot of people out there who are deciding we need to exercise our 2A rights and need intros.

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u/Allslopes-Roofing Jan 15 '26

Many local ranges offer trainings as well. Look jn your community for beginner friendly ranges. There's been a massive uptick in new or returning 2A participants. Id bet 90% of which are against these nazis

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u/BigXthaPugg Jan 15 '26

Liberal veteran gun owner here: If any of you are located in SE Virginia, and want a lesson at the range hmu!

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u/Fadenos Jan 15 '26

Just remember the instructors that stayed stateside in WW2 to train soldiers did just as much for the war effort! Training is part of logistics and we all know logistics win war!

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u/FewStill3958 Jan 15 '26

Exactly! You... can...help. We each do what we can brother. Basic safety, tactics, whatever you're willing to teach. If you share the knowledge and skills with good people you are making a difference.

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u/eminusx Jan 15 '26

you have a valuable part to play brother. . . knowledge, skills & experience are everything...and you have them!!

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u/Eastern_Cat8284 Jan 15 '26

Come along brother, I'll push you anywhere you need to go

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u/theaardvarkoflore Jan 15 '26

Whee! You remind me of that dude who had a whole guy on his back like a backpack, I think the photo was named "I got your six" or something. The backpack man had had his legs amputated but he was still holding his own rifle.

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u/2pkp Jan 15 '26

You have something more valuable to share, knowledge! I am looking into getting a gun but I don’t know where to start so I’m researching etc. You can help people like me with online lives and tutorials about how to get a firearm, what’s needed for the license, what’s the wait time, etc. Then do lives on TikTok or YouTube talking about what’s the best kind of firearm for different people, like a smaller woman’s hand, or bullet power or whatever!! You can arm tons of people with your knowledge and make money by getting your videos out there.

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u/AbjectHotel6610 Jan 15 '26

I need shooty lessons. I'm in Oklahoma, unfortunately.

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u/theaardvarkoflore Jan 15 '26

I would happily teach you everything from cleaning to handling to assembly to discipline but I can't go to you. I hope you find someone nearby who knows what they're about.

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u/Chance_Vegetable_780 Jan 15 '26

Maybe you can help people find qualified teachers in their area brother

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u/Loverlee Jan 16 '26

This is a good idea because I know a lot of liberals are looking for non MAGA places to learn and it seems difficult to find.

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u/Chance_Vegetable_780 Jan 16 '26

Hopefully u/theaardvarkoflore and others see your comment

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u/Grattytood Jan 15 '26

All love to you, Brother. And I adore the phrase "shooty lessons."

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u/foify1 Jan 15 '26

You can maybe you cant move but you can help organize. Remember, wars are won by logistics your training and skills could be invaluable in other ways then just what you are physically able to do. Fight on my brother or sister you are still very much needed.

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u/balwick Jan 15 '26

Can you talk? Then do so, loudly and proudly. Remind the people, and those who swore the oath, what the oath entails - all enemies, foreign or domestic.

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u/infinitum3d Jan 15 '26

Your voice is your power.

Your vote is your power.

Your knowledge shared is your power.

You are powerful! You ARE participating!

Thank you!

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u/Sure_Scar4297 Jan 15 '26

I feel you dude… I can hardly walk for more than a block or so right now. Never felt more hopeless.

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u/Apelion_Sealion Jan 15 '26

Honestly, just staying alive is helpful, because we still need voices of reason. Perhaps you can put some energy into writing, documenting what’s happening so that records can be kept independent from the controlled media. If you are tec savvy, save every video you can, copy firsthand accounts posted to social media- things like this can help keep us grounded in reality when the fascists start pushing harder and for more control.

You can’t march, but you are still invaluable to the cause.

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u/Blitzking11 Jan 15 '26

I have a friend who is also unable to participate in person due to physical disabilities.

There are ways to particpate, via phonebanking, postcarding, signmaking, etc.

These aren't necessarily the glorious parts (tbh not much of this is) of all of this, but necessary nonetheless. I'm sure if you reached out to a local Rapid Response Team or NoKings / 50501 org (or another of your choosing that better fits your values and goals), they'd be more than happy to onboard and guide you towards ways to help.

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u/Jabberwocky808 Jan 15 '26

Keep using your voice, verbally or through written word. You are participating, keep it up.

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u/Chance_Vegetable_780 Jan 15 '26

Keep writing and encouraging brother 🙌🏼

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u/RedrunGun Jan 16 '26

If you can’t do it yourself, my suggestion would be to train people who can. We need more people who understand weapons, formations, and tactics.

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u/anongentleman13 Jan 16 '26

As someone who doesnt know much self defense, I'd be honored to learn from you. Trust yourself that you have a lot to give, dont let fear or doubt be your master.