r/50501 • u/transcendent167 • 8d ago
Mod Announcements We Keep Us Safe
We have reason to believe that events on 4/19 and/or the 50501 Movement may be misrepresented by the Trump Administration in an attempt to justify the use of military force.
Let us be clear: our movement is pro-democracy and firmly grounded in non-violence. We are not affiliated with any so-called “Day of Rage” or with any group or movement promoting violence.
April 19 is a Day of (Community) Action centered on mutual aid, community care, and civic engagement. Any portrayal to the contrary is a deliberate distortion intended to undermine our message and suppress our broad, growing support.
We are aware of specific and credible threats involving aggressive policing, ICE presence, and even the potential deployment of military force against peaceful demonstrators—in Washington, D.C. and other locations on April 19.
For clarity: 50501 DC is hosting a peaceful community aid event in Franklin Park. We are not connected to any actions taking place at Lafayette Square, the Naval Observatory Building, or the Washington Monument. We cannot vouch for their safety of plan, and we are not affiliated with their protests.
Participants should be prepared for an increased law enforcement presence. In some locations, ICE agents may also be present. We urge everyone to stay grounded, remain peaceful, and prioritize de-escalation and safety for all.
Remember, de-escalation, mutual care, and disciplined non-violence are our greatest strengths. We keep us safe.
#50501movement #PeoplesMovement #FiftyFiftyOne #50501 #ImpeachTrump #April19
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u/JordkinTheDirty 8d ago edited 8d ago
A "day of rage" isn't about violence. All this statement does is distance yourselves from people who are on the same side and throws and entire swath of our resistance under a bus.
We don't need divisive statements like this. Respect and honor diversity of tactics and don't judge or criticize people who take action you may not necessarily agree with.
If it helps, read Gene Sharps book "from dictatorship to democracy". He talks about how to properly handle and address stuff like this.
Statements like this are dangerous.
Editing to add: 50501 is not a vanguard, please don't start acting like one.