Not in Our Name - Action Alert, January 5, 2026
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Not In Our Name!
As The Contrarian's Jennifer Rubin put it, "The U.S. President this weekend attacked a sovereign nation, killed its citizens, and kidnapped its leader." While the New York Times editorial board took more time and words to examine events, they flatly state that "Without congressional approval, his [Trump's] actions violate U.S. law." With detail still emerging, this image from Robert Hubble's Substack shows it is not too soon for public protest.
As we've seen throughout this first year of Trump's second term in office, he recognizes no limits on his power. This latest violation of U.S. and international law adds new urgency to every action outlined in this Alert. In addition, we need to flood the switchboards of Congress this week.
Use the links above to rally your thoughts and call Rep. Rutherford and Senators Moody and Scott to express your personal outrage. This Capital switchboard number will reach them all: 202-224-3121
Use this script from FiveCalls or this one from Indivisible
Sign this Congressional petition from MoveOn
Fighting Schools of Nope
Join BAM members and friends this Thursday, January 8th, for Standing Up for Florida's Public Schools: Organizing to Protect Students, Teachers & Communities, 7 pm, Adele Grage Community Center, with special guest Katie Hathaway, regional organizer for Families for Strong Public Schools. We'll be focusing on Schools of Hope and other threats to public education in our state.
What began as a promise to “help struggling schools” in 2017, Florida's Schools of Hope has metastasized into a state-sanctioned pipeline for corporate charter expansion. Originally intended to allow certain charter schools to operate in areas with low-performing public schools, amendments to the law passed by the Legislature in 2025 now permit the private companies to take over space at any public school that’s under capacity, regardless of whether it is high- or low-performing. Local school districts pick up the costs. Other changes to the law give charter operators access to student data systems, raising privacy concerns. Bring a pen! We'll be postcarding state legislators at the meeting and urging them to repeal the amendments allowing colocation of charter and public schools. RSVP here and bring a friend!
More action you can take this week to oppose Schools of Hope:
📚 Demand Duval County School Board members make the repeal of the co-location amendments a legislative priority in 2026. The Board will consider amending its legislative platform to address Schools of Hope at its meeting on Tuesday, January 6th at 6 pm, 1701 Prudential Drive. Sign up here to attend and speak out.
📚 Send this message urging FL Senator Clay Yarborough and Representative Kiyan Michael to repeal the 2025 co-location amendments and restore local control of public schools.
2025: A Year of Resistance
Trump 2.0 was what we expected --- only worse. See and celebrate how we responded in this short video of BAM's activities during the last year.
We are grateful to all our partners and collaborators, and to you for your engagement, your voice, and your support. Together, we helped build a movement that continues to grow!
March with NEF Indivisibles in MLK Day Parade
March with BAM and the Indivisible groups of Northeast Florida as we stand in solidarity for Civil Rights and Racial Justice, as advocated by Martin Luther King Jr. in the 45th Annual MLK Day parade on Monday, January 19th, 9:30 am - 1 pm. The 1.5-mile parade starts at Everbank Stadium and ends at the Prime Osborn Convention Center.
Now is the time to show up for diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice. January 19th is the day to amplify the voices of leaders like Dr. King who championed equal rights for Black Americans and human dignity for all people. RSVP here for details.
Consider also joining a local MLK Day of Service project to benefit Mission House. Saturday demonstrators at the Beaches Library will be collecting needed supplies on January 10 & 17. Stop and wave a sign - or simply drop off:
Disposable hand warmers
Disposable razors
Stick deodorant/antiperspirant
Shower gel/shampoo
Toothpaste, toothbrushes, floss
Underwear (Men's Boxers M, L, XL) and Women's Seamless S, L)
Stand with Ukraine: Rally at Castillo de San Marcos
A peaceful rally to show solidarity with Ukraine and to support democracy, human rights, and an end to Russia’s war of aggression will be held on Saturday, January 10th, from 10 am - 11:30 am at the Castillo de San Marcos in St. Augustine. The rally is a collaboration of local Indivisible groups, 50501 NEF, and the St. Johns DEMS. RSVP here for more information.
Community Education Forum on Fake Clinics
Join the Youth Action Fund, Reclaim Choice, and Planned Parenthood on Tuesday, January 13th for an in-depth presentation on crisis pregnancy centers (CPCs) and the role they play in Florida. The forum will cover key bills lawmakers will debate this legislative session and provide details on advocacy opportunities. There will also be a Q&A with leading voices in reproductive rights and access to reproductive health care. The forum will be held at Neptune House, 510 Florida Blvd., Neptune Beach from 6:30 - 8 pm. RSVP here.
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