<p>What if I told you that real power isn’t in the hands of politicians—it’s in ours?</p><p>In this special episode of <em>Democracy on the Brink: A Revolution in Real Time</em>, we’re breaking down the true power of the <strong>general strike</strong>—how everyday people have used it to challenge injustice, topple regimes, and reclaim their futures.</p><p>We dive into the history of general strikes, the science behind why they work, and how you can be part of this movement <em>even if you can’t march in the streets.</em></p><p>From Wakanda’s rally cries to Star Wars rebellions, we’re pulling wisdom from the worlds we love—and applying it to the fight we&#39;re facing <em>right now.</em></p><p>Because here’s the truth:</p><p>The attack on democracy isn’t coming.</p><p><strong>It’s already here.</strong></p><p>And the window to push back is closing fast.</p><p>Whether you’re a frontline protester, a digital warrior, or just figuring out where you fit in—you’re part of this.</p><p>Let’s talk about how we shut it down, lift each other up, and build the future <em>they don’t want us to believe is possible.</em></p><p>🔹 Stay ready. Stay dangerous. Stay connected.</p><p>🔹 Share this episode with your crew—<em>because movements grow when conversations start.</em></p><p>🔹 Subscribe for more real-time resistance, history lessons, and pop culture revolutions.</p><p><br/></p><p>More Resistance Efforts:</p><p>Multi-Day - Tesla: <a href="http://www.tinyurl.com/teslaprotests" class="linkified" target="_blank">www.tinyurl.com/teslaprotests</a></p><p>Apr 30 - Inclusion Day <a href="http://www.wemarchwerise.org/" rel="nofollow">www.wemarchwerise.org</a></p><p>May 1 - Mayday Multi-Week: <a href="http://tinyurl.com/maydayprotest" rel="nofollow">tinyurl.com/maydayprotest</a></p><p>May 6-12 Amazon Boycott 2</p><p>May 20-26 Walmart Boycott 2</p><p>June 3-9 Target Boycott</p><p>June 24th-30th McDonald’s Boycott</p><p>July 4 - Independence Day Boycott</p><p>Call elected officials: <a href="https://5calls.org/" rel="nofollow">https://5calls.org/</a></p><p><a href="https://journalofcogency.com/2025/03/02/what-is-a-general-strike/" rel="nofollow">https://journalofcogency.com/2025/03/02/what-is-a-general-strike/</a></p><p>We will eventually have to start talking about work stoppages.</p><p> </p><p><strong>✊🏾 Take Action:</strong></p><p>📢 <strong>Sign the Petition:</strong> Change the Venues for the 2026 World Cup and 2028 Olympics Due to US Human Rights Concerns 👉 <a href="https://chng.it/KsjQ5CsTjF" rel="nofollow">https://chng.it/KsjQ5CsTjF</a></p><p><strong>📲 Stay Connected:</strong></p><p>🎥 <strong>Subscribe on YouTube:</strong> <a href="http://www.youtube.com/@Tasha_is_UnWrapped" rel="nofollow">www.youtube.com/@Tasha_is_UnWrapped</a></p><p>📌 <strong>Follow me on Socials:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Facebook:</strong> <a href="https://facebook.com/TashaisUnWrapped" rel="nofollow">facebook.com/TashaisUnWrapped</a></li><li><strong>Instagram:</strong> <a href="https://instagram.com/tasha_is_unwrapped" rel="nofollow">instagram.com/tasha_is_unwrapped</a></li><li><strong>Threads:</strong> <a href="https://threads.net/@tasha_is_unwrapped" rel="nofollow">threads.net/@tasha_is_unwrapped</a></li><li><strong>BlueSky:</strong> <a href="https://bsky.app/profile/tashaisunwrapped.bsky.social" rel="nofollow">bsky.app/profile/tashaisunwrapped.bsky.social</a></li></ul><p>💰 <strong>Support the Show:</strong> Join my <strong>Patreon</strong> for exclusive content and bonus episodes! <a href="https://patreon.com/TashaPierce" rel="nofollow">patreon.com/TashaPierce</a></p><p>OR</p><p><strong>CASHAPP</strong>: <strong>$quinsmama</strong></p><p>📩 <strong>Got thoughts? Reach out!</strong> <a href="mailto:[email protected]" rel="nofollow">[email protected]</a></p><p>🔔 <strong>Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe to help grow the community!</strong></p><p>Read less</p><p><br/></p><br/><br/>Support this podcast at — <a rel="payment" href="https://redcircle.com/tasha_is_unwrapped/donations">https://redcircle.com/tasha_is_unwrapped/donations</a> <br/><br/>This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://tashapierceunwrapped.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&#38;utm_campaign=CTA_2">tashapierceunwrapped.substack.com/subscribe</a>