Conflict resolution: Here is an inspiring example of countering right-wing hatred — and two more resources

Progressives rooted in nonviolence softened the hearts of Trump supporters who invaded their campaign rally:

Nowadays our society is so polarized — and right-wingers are trying so hard to intimidate other people — that we need to share the positive examples of conflict resolution that have been occurring.  HERE IS A GREAT EXAMPLE of how a progressive Democratic campaign rally softened the hearts of Trump supporters who invaded it:

https://www.dailykos.com/stories/2020/10/19/1987688/-Flag-Waving-Trumpers-Crash-Qasim-Rashid-for-Congress-Event-What-Happened-Next-Will-Inspire-You?detail=emaildkre

 

How to face right-wing violence while defending the election — a conversation with George Lakey:

As Americans prepare to stop a coup, concerns for safety are rising. Longtime trainer George Lakey offers lessons on overcoming fear and minimizing violence.

https://wagingnonviolence.org/2020/10/facing-right-wing-violence-while-defending-election-coup-george-lakey/

 

Here is a proven formula for protecting the vote while keeping the peace

To prevent a stolen election we must win decisively at the polls and use disciplined nonviolent mass action to defend the legitimate results.  Maria Stephan wrote this.  She and Erica Chenoweth co-authored Why Civil Resistance Works, a book that PROVES that efforts that are entirely nonviolent are more likely to succeed against oppressive forces than efforts that include some violence.  See this:

https://wagingnonviolence.org/2020/10/proven-formula-protecting-vote-keeping-peace/