Belchertown Democratic Town Committee

Feeling overwhelmed? We are too. But we're fortunate to live in Massachusetts, where we can rely on our legislators to fight for our values. Even still, there are some simple actions we can take to support our community and state against the Trump administration. 

• Stay engaged and informed. Although we might want to avoid the onslaught of dire news, we need to understand what's going on so that we can protect our freedoms and democracy. This can be as easy as attending Select Board or School Board meetings to know what's going on in our own town. 

• Stand up and speak out. When you see injustice or cruelty, stand up and speak out--particularly on behalf of vulnerable individuals in our community. Protests give courage to those with power to resist unlawful orders.

• Build and support our community. Now's the time to start building and strengthening our community networks. We must remain a welcoming community that looks after its most vulnerable members. So, check on neighbors, donate to our local food banks, and create mutual aid networks.

• Use our economic power. Companies donate some of their profits to fund political campaigns. Websites and apps like Goods Unite Us can let us see whether our everyday purchases are helping or hurting Democrats. Let's align our economic power with our values.