3/ These books will provide you everyday actions that you can take in your life to fight against the rise of authoritarianism. We think you’ll find this list to be interesting and empowering.

2/ We recommend you then read On Tyranny by Timothy Snyder, then Ruth Ben-Ghiat’s Strongmen, followed by Masha Gessen’s Surviving Autocracy, and finally, How to be an Antiracist by Ibram X Kendi.

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1/ We heard you loud and clear: you want an Antifascist Book Club. We just created it. In additon to the first 4 books that we recommended, we’re adding to the top of the list Task Force Butler’s “What is Fascism?” Guide to provide you a brief introduction to the reading list. youtu.be/zPo1Ix4ponU

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14/ For additional information about the partnership and ways to support this mission, visit CommonDefense.us and TaskForceButler.org.

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13/ This alliance will expand training programs, mobilize veteran-led grassroots initiatives, and equip veterans with the tools they need to protect democracy and counter the threat of extremism.
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12/ Goldsmith continued, “By joining forces with Common Defense, we’re giving veterans a powerful platform to counter extremism, protect our communities, and uphold American values.”
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11/ Goldsmith emphasized Task Force Butler’s continued commitment to justice through this partnership: “As veterans, we take our oath to defend the Constitution seriously.
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10/ Vasquez continued “Together with Task Force Butler, we are giving today’s veterans the tools to protect democracy against the threat of authoritarianism.”
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9/ “This partnership honors the legacy of veterans like Harriet Tubman, Medgar Evers, and Lt. Colonel Charity Adams, who fought to uphold democracy, justice, and equality,” said Jose Vasquez, Executive Director of Common Defense.

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8/ vital role in countering extremism, supporting civil rights lawsuits, and ensuring accountability for extremist threats across the country. Task Force Butler’s work has led to successful prosecutions and has strengthened anti-fascist efforts in communities nationwide.
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7/ Task Force Butler, led by Kristofer Goldsmith and inspired by Marine General Smedley Butler’s anti-fascist legacy, trains veterans to investigate extremist groups using open-source intelligence, supplying critical information to law enforcement.
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6/ With a multi-racial, multi-generational coalition, Common Defense has been at the forefront of veteran-led activism, standing against hate and disinformation to promote a more just and inclusive society.
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5/ Common Defense was founded in 2016 and has since become the nation’s largest progressive grassroots veterans organization, mobilizing tens of thousands of veterans across the country to advocate for justice, equality, and democratic integrity.
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4/ As veterans and protectors of the Constitution, both Common Defense and Task Force Butler agree with their assessment and are responding with a fortified commitment to defend democratic principles.
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3/ Prior to the election, Generals Mattis, Milley, and Kelly—who each served at the highest levels of Trump’s first administration—have issued grave warnings, describing Trump’s behavior as “fascist” and cautioning that his actions threaten the very fabric of democracy.
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2/ This alliance brings together two veteran-led organizations committed to safeguarding justice and protecting communities from extremist violence as concerns grow over the direction of our nation’s future. youtu.be/qwbjMwXM2Q0?...

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1/ This Veterans Day, Common Defense and Task Force Butler are proud to announce a powerful new partnership to uphold democratic values and counter rising authoritarianism in the wake of Donald Trump’s re-election.
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