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HH & ML's avatar

Wow. Thank you Shannon. I’m awake in the middle of the night and this is what I needed to be reminded of: the Revolution is going to come from women. I feel this in my bones and I know it’s not going to be quick, but it will be powerful if we - as you have said before - lock arms.

The one image seared into my mind is the Tech bros at the a Inauguration - smug, compliant, misogynistic. It felt daunting and was a stark reminder to me of something I had been warning people of for the last six years: we are in an information war and the power brokers are not on our side. BUT, these men are also incredibly weak - to be so driven by money, power and hate is a fatal flaw. AND they are just a handful of men and we are mothers, sisters, aunts, cousins, grandmothers, friends and allies. We have tremendous power - we must use it.

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Shannon Watts's avatar

👏👏👏

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Tracy Baldwin's avatar

This is one of the best, most inspirational pieces I've read since the inauguration. Thank you! Thank you for what you do (and have done)... and for the robust list of practical things we can all do. I'll add one. Everyone who reads this should share it far and wide with their networks!

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Shannon Watts's avatar

Thank you, and yes, please share!

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Lisa Schreiber's avatar

Brilliant post, Shannon! And much needed right now. As my friends and I talk about how to rise up and make a difference during this tumultuous, unsettling, frightening time, it's comforting knowing we have leaders such as yourself to help us figure out next steps. So thank you for being a beacon of hope and security at this tragic time in history!

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Shannon Watts's avatar

Thank you, Lisa!

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Lorissa Rinehart's avatar

Thank you so much for your empowering and inspiring article. I'm going to sit with this for awhile. But suffice to say, you are spot on.

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Shannon Watts's avatar

👏👏👏

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Dana Textoris's avatar

I loved this article and shared within a local community group I am part of. I’ve suggested we all read it and then have a little discussion group!

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Shannon Watts's avatar

Love that Dana!

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Michelle Glogovac's avatar

I saw this come in last night and knew it was something I wanted to take my time reading and I'm so happy it's the first thing I'm reading this morning. I needed this as I've felt helpless many times and like I'm grasping at straws. I love the different ways we are speaking out and taking control. I honestly never thought of my business as being a place in the resistance and yet it most certainly is! I employee people, we promote the stories of others and are increasing empathy and knowledge through storytelling! You've reignited my fire today! THANK YOU!!!!

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Shannon Watts's avatar

Yes, Michelle!!

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Cindy's avatar

What a great article. Setting boundaries is key to protecting your peace and keeping the momentum going for the long haul. I will be sharing this with my women’s circle group (that I created for this very purpose) - at our last meeting, we discussed the importance of focusing on a few issues that impact us personally. For me, it is what is happening within the LGBTQ+ community. As a proud mama, I can speak to how this is affecting them/their community. Many moms can relate to protecting their child at any cost. We as women have to harness that power, but need to be careful not to wear ourselves out. Thank you Shannon - thank you for validating even the small efforts. Small hinges swing big doors!

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Shannon Watts's avatar

I'm so glad you have that space, Cindy.

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Gwynedd Stuart's avatar

Much needed 💕

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Annette Marquis's avatar

Excellent post. Thank you. Exactly what we need.

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Tina Barbour's avatar

Thank you soooo much for this. These are practical enough to feel doable. I really needed this.

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Tara McGrath's avatar

Super helpful. I appreciate the encouragement and practical advice, and without any “just think positive” spiritual bypassing garbage.

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Shannon Watts's avatar

Thanks Tara!

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Stacey's avatar

Very helpful I will share this out ❤️

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Shannon Watts's avatar

Thanks Stacey!

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Dr. Catherine Darley's avatar

Thank you for this - just the encouragement and strategies I needed today 🙏

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