Taking it to the Streets with Carlos Alvarez-Aranyos

Today, host Reed Galen speaks with Carlos Alvarez-Aranyos, founder of American Opposition, about the rise of protest movements in response to Donald Trump's presidency. They discuss the importance of strategic communication, the role of veterans in activism, and the need for a unified vision to combat fascism and promote equity in America. Alvarez-Aranyos emphasizes the flaws in Democratic messaging and the necessity for a grassroots movement that empowers individuals to participate in democracy. Their conversation ends with a call to action for upcoming protests and the importance of holding politicians accountable. Find and Follow Reed at Linktree. Follow Carlos' work at American Opposition Help build the America of tomorrow at JoinTheUnion.us Be part of a new social media network that YOU control. Go to Sez.us now! Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Carlos Alvarez-Aranyos and American Opposition 02:30 The Rise of Protest Movements Post-Trump 06:00 Organizers and Participants in the Movement 10:04 Vision for America: Equity and Inclusion 14:00 Building a Sustainable Movement Beyond Protests 19:59 The Flaws in Democratic Messaging and Leadership 27:54 Upcoming Events and the Future of the Movement Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices