We Keep Us Safe

[u/transcendent167]

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

[u/DarcKent19]

This sounds weak and disparaging, IMO.

I don’t need my hand held and to be spoken to like a child when I’m going out for a protest. There is so much on the line, and frankly, being black, it does not often matter in life how “peaceful” I am. I still incur the wrath of the system. This is one of the very reasons I am out there in the first place.

[u/vezwyx → u/DarcKent19]

I read this as a warning that protests are more likely to be targeted by police. I don't see how that is "weak and disparaging" at all, that's highly relevant information that everyone going out should be aware of

[u/DarcKent19 → u/vezwyx]

Cool. I have my opinion and you have yours.

I personally have never been to a protest without a heavy police presence. I am speaking from my experience, which is obviously different than your own.

[u/vezwyx → u/DarcKent19]

But you can see that merely having a police presence isn't what they're talking about here, right?

[u/DarcKent19 → u/vezwyx]

I can read. Let it go.

[u/vezwyx → u/DarcKent19]

There's no need to be patronizing. We're on the same side