<p>What does <em>martial law</em> <em>really</em> mean—and why does it keep popping up in moments of protest? In this episode, we break down the truth behind military crackdowns in America, from the Pullman Strike to Lafayette Square, and why the federal response to recent protests in L.A. should have everybody on alert. Spoiler: This isn’t new. <strong>And it’s not about “keeping you safe.”</strong></p><p><strong>If you’re riding with me on this journey to break down authoritarian creep, stop right now and leave a review for the show.</strong> It’s the best way to help this work grow and to keep these conversations front and center where they belong.</p><p>I’m bringing receipts, I’m bringing history, and I’m bringing solutions. Let’s go.</p><p><br/></p><p><strong>Word to the Wise Bookshelf:</strong></p><p><a href="https://bookshop.org/shop/Word2Wise" rel="nofollow">https://bookshop.org/shop/Word2Wise</a></p><p><br/></p><p><a href="https://my-store-6230993.creator-spring.com" rel="nofollow"><strong>Unwrapped Resistance Merch</strong></a></p><p><br/></p><p><strong>Resistance:</strong></p><p>June 14 Nationwide Protests</p><p><br/></p><p>June 24th-30th McDonald’s Boycott</p><p><br/></p><p>July 4 - Independence Day Boycott</p><p><br/></p><p>✊🏾 Take Action:</p><p><br/></p><p>Call elected officials: <a href="https://5calls.org/" rel="nofollow">https://5calls.org/</a></p><p>More info on GENERAL STRIKES: <a href="https://generalstrikeus.com/" rel="nofollow">https://generalstrikeus.com/</a></p><p><br/></p><p>Make sure you’re REGISTERED to VOTE: <a href="https://vote.gov/" rel="nofollow">https://vote.gov/</a></p><p><br/></p><p><a href="https://journalofcogency.com/2025/03/02/what-is-a-general-strike/" class="linkified" target="_blank">https://journalofcogency.com/2025/03/02/what-is-a-general-strike/</a></p><p><br/></p><p>We will eventually have to start talking about work stoppages.</p><p><br/></p><p>📢 Sign the Petition: 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><br/></p><p><br/></p><p>📲 Stay Connected:</p><p><br/></p><p>🎥 Subscribe on YouTube: <a href="http://www.youtube.com/@Tasha_is_UnWrapped" rel="nofollow">www.youtube.com/@Tasha_is_UnWrapped</a></p><p><br/></p><p>📌 Follow me on Socials:</p><p><br/></p><p>Facebook: <a href="http://facebook.com/TashaisUnWrapped" class="linkified" target="_blank">facebook.com/TashaisUnWrapped</a></p><p>Instagram: <a href="http://instagram.com/tasha_is_unwrapped" class="linkified" target="_blank">instagram.com/tasha_is_unwrapped</a></p><p>Threads: <a href="http://threads.net/@tasha_is_unwrapped" class="linkified" target="_blank">threads.net/@tasha_is_unwrapped</a></p><p>BlueSky: <a href="http://bsky.app/profile/tashaisunwrapped.bsky.social" class="linkified" target="_blank">bsky.app/profile/tashaisunwrapped.bsky.social</a></p><p><br/></p><p>💰 Support the Show: Join my Patreon for exclusive content and bonus episodes! <a href="http://patreon.com/TashaPierce" rel="nofollow">patreon.com/TashaPierce</a></p><p><br/></p><p>OR</p><p><br/></p><p>CASHAPP: $quinsmama</p><p><br/></p><p>📩 Got thoughts? Reach out! <a href="mailto:[email protected]" rel="nofollow">[email protected]</a> <em>OR </em><a href="mailto:[email protected]" rel="nofollow">[email protected]</a></p><p><br/></p><p><br/></p><p>🔔 Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe to help grow the community!</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>