WATCH: Good Trouble Lives On National Day of Action Press Conference
More than 1,600 Good Trouble Lives On events confirmed nationwide, hundreds of thousands expected to attend
WASHINGTON D.C. — On Tuesday, local and national organizers held a press conference highlighting the legacy of late Civil Rights leader and former Congressman John Lewis, ahead of Good Trouble Lives On, the fifth annual John Lewis National Day of Action on July 17.
With more than 1,600 events scheduled nationwide, Good Trouble Lives On will respond to the attacks posed on our civil and human rights by the Trump administration and to remind them that in America, the power lies with the people. In memory of former Congressman Lewis, we will take to the streets, courthouses and community spaces to carry forward his fight for justice, voting rights and dignity for all. We demand an end to:
The Trump administration’s extreme crackdown on our civil rights – from our right to vote to our right to protest and speak freely.
Politicians and lawmakers targeting Black and Brown Americans, immigrants, trans people and others with hateful, dangerous policies.
The wealthy and well-connected slashing programs that working people rely on – including Medicaid, SNAP, and Social Security – to line their own pockets.
This will be a nationwide day of peaceful, nonviolent action and organizing, rooted in the tradition of the civil rights movement — but built for today’s challenges. The flagship event will be held in Chicago, IL, with additional anchor events to be held in Atlanta, GA, St. Louis, MO, Annapolis, MD and Oakland, CA.
Click here to watch and download the recording of the Good Trouble Lives On press conference.