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From Resistance to Reflection

2024/11/19
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Key Insights

Why did the women's resistance movement against Trump gain momentum after his 2016 election?

The movement was fueled by anger and disbelief over Trump's election, particularly due to his history of sexual harassment allegations and the perception that his presidency would set back women's rights.

What was the primary focus of the women's resistance movement during Trump's first term?

The movement focused on organizing protests, advocating for women's rights, and raising money for women running for office to counteract Trump's policies and influence.

How did the women's resistance movement respond to Trump's victory in the 2020 election?

The movement felt a sense of despair and questioned the effectiveness of their protests and advocacy, leading to a period of reflection and reevaluation of their strategies.

Why do some women's march organizers believe that marching again is not a good idea?

They feel that recreating the same protest may not yield the same impact and that it's time to reflect on what went wrong and explore new strategies.

What is the sentiment among some women's march organizers regarding the future of the resistance movement?

There is a sentiment of needing to reflect and regroup rather than immediately organizing protests, with a focus on understanding their role in the election outcome and planning more thoughtful actions.

Chapters

The Women's March began as a response to Donald Trump's election in 2016, driven by anger and a sense of urgency among women. It grew into a massive movement with significant participation, particularly among women, but also included men. The march aimed to protest Trump's policies and advocate for women's rights, particularly concerning reproductive rights.
  • The Women's March was sparked by Trump's election and the fear of losing women's rights.
  • It involved significant organization through social media and grassroots efforts.
  • The march saw massive participation, with people gathering in various locations to protest.

Shownotes Transcript

Warning: this episode contains strong language.

For the past two weeks, Lynsea Garrison of “The Daily” has been talking to people who were part of a movement, known as the resistance, that opposed Donald Trump’s first term as president.

With Mr. Trump preparing to again retake the White House, she asked those past protesters how they might react this time.

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