Tell Democratic Governors: Implement this anti-autocracy plan NOW!

Democratic Governors

Sign the petition, then we'll give you phone numbers to call their offices. They need to hear from us NOW!

We, the people of the United States, are counting on you to do more.

Thousands of Americans from all walks of life are taking courageous action in the face of this administration's autocratic behavior, and a few prominent Democrats have stood up and spoken out. But with your platform and power, you can do so much more.

You must immediately implement this action plan for the sake of our Republic:
  1. Defy unlawful orders publicly: Host town halls, go on TV, reject demands, explain stance, rally supporters.
  2. Unify and coordinate across states: Hold joint pressers, sign defense pacts, issue orders together, expand coalition.
  3. Innovate and prepare legal defenses: Fund rapid legal teams, pass protective laws, shield defenders, create safe havens.
  4. Mobilize and train state forces: Activate defense units, run public drills, train readiness, show visible deterrence.
  5. Safeguard infrastructure and economy: Secure airports/ports/hubs, impose tax penalties, use contracts as leverage, build economic firewall.
  6. Organize and empower civilians: Train legal observers, form response squads, host workshops, mobilize grassroots networks.
  7. Enforce state authority aggressively: Ban local cooperation, remove violators, prosecute offenders, hold defenders accountable.

Thank you to Logic & Liberty for outlining this plan.






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To: Democratic Governors
From: [Your Name]

To:
Andy Beshear, KY; Bob Ferguson, WA; Daniel McKee, RI; Gavin Newsom, CA; Gretchen Whitmer, MI; J.B. Pritzker, IL; Janet T. Mills, ME; Jared Polis, CO; Josh Shapiro, PA; Josh Stein, NC; Joshua Green, HI; Kathy Hochul, NY; Katie Hobbs, AZ; Laura Kelly, KS; Maura Healey, MA; Matt Meyer, DE; Michelle Lujan Grisham, NM; Ned Lamont, CT; Phil Murphy, NJ; Tim Walz, MN; Tina Kotek, OR; Tony Evers, WI; Wes Moore, MD;

We, the people of the United States, are counting on you to do more. Thousands of Americans from all walks of life are taking courageous action in the face of this administration's autocratic behavior, and a few prominent Democrats have stood up and spoken out. But with your platform and power, you can do so much more.

We ask that you immediately implement this action plan for the sake of our Republic:

Defy unlawful orders publicly:
Host regular town halls and appear on TV daily. Declare refusal of unlawful federal demands immediately. Explain positions clearly, citing the law, the Constitution, and the people. Rally supporters in both blue and red states.

Unify and coordinate across states:
Hold joint press conferences with fellow governors. Sign and publicize mutual defense agreements together. Issue executive orders simultaneously across states. Invite additional states to join the coalition.

Innovate and prepare legal defenses:
Fund legal action teams ready to file lawsuits instantly. Pass state laws protecting judges, lawyers, and whistleblowers.Shield defenders from retaliation through new legislation. Establish safe havens for justice and accountability.

Mobilize and train state forces:
Activate state defense forces outside federal control. Conduct public drills in cities and parks. Train citizens and officials in readiness exercises. Demonstrate visible preparedness to deter federal overreach.

Safeguard infrastructure and economy:
Invoke emergency powers to secure airports, ports, and communication hubs. Impose tax and regulatory policies to deter corporate cooperation with unlawful actions. Leverage state contracts to punish compliance with rogue federal demands. Build an economic firewall to block unlawful interference.

Organize and empower civilians:
Train legal observers in every city. Form documentation squads and rapid response networks. Host legal rights workshops, first aid classes, and self-defense instruction. Mobilize citizens into a coordinated grassroots defense movement.

Enforce state authority aggressively:
Issue executive orders forbidding local cooperation with rogue federal agents. Remove and prosecute any officials who violate protections. Punish guardsmen, police, or providers who aid unlawful actions. Hold all state defenders accountable as guardians of democracy.