How many more dominoes can the EU afford to fall?
How many more dominoes can the EU afford to fall?
“The most dangerous dance in European politics.”
“A dangerous game where the #EPP risks undermining the democratic fabric it claims to defend.”
#DefendDemocracy #EUpol #EPlenary #EU
https://www.politico.eu/article/european-peoples-party-epp-ngo-funding-civil-society-far-right/
EU Commission VP #TeresaRibera:
"We are now at a time in history where the power of certain corporations, especially in the digital realm, might be the largest ever in history at the expense of our social cohesion, our mental health and our democracies."
https://ec.europa.eu/commission/presscorner/detail/en/speech_25_1122
„This is democracy. This decision is the result of a thorough & independent investigation to protect our Constitution & the rule of law. It is independent courts that will have the final say. We have learnt from our history that rightwing extremism needs to be stopped.“
(official answer of the German Foreign Office to some whining posts of some US gov. officials)
American democracy is in crisis—but we’re not alone. From Trafalgar Square, Sarah reminds us: those in power want us scared and silent. We won’t give them that. Now’s the time to rise up. #StandTogether #DefendDemocracy #AmericansAbroad
EUrope could lose what makes it great.
Don't trade away or "simplify" the EU's leverage as a global regulatory superpower!
"Do not obey in advance."
#DefendDemocracy #EUlaw #EUpol
https://www.foreignaffairs.com/europe/europe-could-lose-what-makes-it-great
BREAKING: #EU (via Ireland) hits #TikTok with €530M fine for illegally sending users’ personal data to #China.
"TikTok fails to adequately assess the implications of Chinese surveillance laws on Europeans’ data."
#DefendDemocracy #BigTech #EUlaw #GDPR
https://www.politico.eu/article/tiktok-hit-with-e530m-privacy-fine-ireland-china-data/
#DefendDemocracy is thrilled to launch cross-party lunches on #democracy, #security and #tech, a new initiative under our 'Coalition for Democratic Resilience' program.
Thank you @EP_Democracy Chair @nathalieloiseau for opening the first exchange!
https://defenddemocracy.eu/projects/coalition-for-democratic-resilience-c4dr/
08.05.2025 • 17-19 Uhr • #München Stachus
Demo für den Frieden – gegen Aggression!
Gegen Faschismus! Für ein freies Europa!
“Trump’s Treasury Secretary Bessent is enabling a descent into fascism—removing Inspectors General, attacking independent media, and allowing corruption to run rampant. This isn’t just politics; it’s a direct assault on democracy. #Resist #DefendDemocracy #FascismAlert” www.cnbc.com/2025/04/25/y...
Yale classmates warn Trump Tre...
If you have learned only 1 thing since Jan 2025?
It's THIS:
NEVER BELIEVE ONE WORD #Felon47, his boss Putin, the WH, GOP or anyone working for him says
They all lie with every breath
All we know is there was a meeting
https://kyivindependent.com/zelensky-meeting-trump/
#StandWithUkraine
#DefendDemocracy
All the horrific news coming out of America: this is what happens when #republicans control the government
Everywhere
The #EU needs more courage in enforcing its #digital laws.
“The world is watching — and so is #DefendDemocracy.”
https://defenddemocracy.eu/eu-needs-more-courage-in-enforcing-its-digital-laws/
Hey,
I just signed the petition “Defend the Internet Archive” and wanted to see if you could help by adding your name.
Our goal is to reach 50,000 signatures and we need more support. You can read more and sign the petition here:
Thanks!
Shredd Tone
U.S. economy to lose billions as foreign tourists stay away and boycott American products.
Tourists and consumers vote with their feet and wallets!
Up to US$90 billion may be at risk.
#DefendDemocracy #BoycottTesla #HandsOFF #CourageON
https://financialpost.com/news/us-economy-lose-billions-foreign-tourists-stay-away
Trump-Musk regime prepares drastic overhaul of U.S. State Department.
It would eliminate Africa operations, and shut down bureaus working on human rights and democracy.
A huge gift to China and Russia.
#DefendDemocracy #HandsOFF #CourageON
https://www.nytimes.com/2025/04/20/us/politics/trump-state-department-overhaul.html
We put together IFAKs for protests. Our group specializes in de-escalation training, environment awareness training, & life-saving street medicine awareness. One of our certified EMTs shares information about how to respond to med emergencies & get people to safety.
#streetmedicine #safety #protest
IFAKs are excellent for carrying on-the-go. You never know when there could be a medical emergency even outside of a protest environment. You never know when you could save someone's life.
"How long can Europe hold the line if we don’t take defending our democracy as serious as defending our territory?"
Time to RISE UP to resist fascism and defend our democracy! Join the nationwide protest in the USA on Saturday, April 19, 2025. For more information visit:
fiftyfifty.one
Indivisible.org
Artwork credited to @jdbybee_art on Instagram.
#Democracy won't defend itself - we must.
With Trump, Putin and techbros teaming up, it is time we stand up to defend democracy while we still can.
Thanks to all who joined today's #HandsOFF Our Democracy protest in #Brussels!
https://defenddemocracy.eu/europeans-stand-up-for-democracy/