How do we get more men to join the anti-Trump resistance?
My activist group is about 80% women. Where did all the men go – and how can we get them back?
TL;DR
- The author's activist group has grown significantly since November 2024, but is now composed of about 80% women.
- Research indicates that participants in anti-Trump, pro-democracy activism are predominantly white, highly-educated, female, and middle-aged.
- Reasons for men's disengagement may include veering right, burnout, a focus on personal lives, or a belief that they will personally remain unaffected by political changes.
- The author argues that the overwhelming majority of resistance work being done by women sends a message to men that it is not their responsibility.
- The author believes that while men shouldn't need personalized invitations, they often do, and suggests targeting hesitant men, especially fathers, with invitations.
- The author organized a pizza and beer gathering for men to discuss their experiences and encourage them to invite other frustrated men to activist events.
- Building community through events like picnics and shared meals is seen as crucial for keeping democracy alive.