Indivisible Charlotte Newsletter
December 1, 2025 Volume 45
In this issue
TAKE ACTION:
MONTHLY SOCIAL:
IN THE KNOW:
EVENT RECAP:
GROUP NEWS:
Democracy is Not a Spectator Sport
Read the Full NewsletteR
(Or download the PDF version)
ICLT on Substack
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In the Know: Flooding the Zone: Healthcare Edition
By Galen Smith
Explores three areas within health policy—tax subsidies associated with the Affordable Care Act, pharmaceutical tariffs, and vaccine policies—where the Trump administration’s tendency to “flood the zone” creates chaos that results in confusion and mistrust at the national and state levels.
ICLT January Social
Get ready to unwind and meet some like-minded people at Indivisible Charlotte's monthly social gathering.
Wednesday, January 7, 2026, 6:30 PM 8:30 PM
SupperClub SouthEnd (3521 Dewitt Ln, Charlotte, NC 28217)
Parking on street or valet for $5
Light appetizers will be provided. Additional food and drinks will be available for purchase.
Register now and mark your calendar for a night of good company and community. We hope to see you there!
Visibility CLT
Our 25 weekly visibility protests saw double and triple the previous attendance during the week of the CBP deployment in Charlotte. Several were return participants. Yet many were first-time protesters who felt an immediate need to stand up against the assault on their neighbors and their community. As one working mom said while taking time out of the workday to protest: “The Nazis are here, so when my kids ask ‘what
did you do?’ I need to be able to say I fought back.”
View OUR SCHEDULE and click the Mobilize links to sign up for a protest.
Receive a weekly email with the pop-up protest schedule: SIGN UP HERE
Check out the Mobilize map of all our protests to find one near you.
NEW TARGETED PROTEST: HENDRICK MOTORSPORTS
Did you know that local Hendrick Motorsports profits from ICE? Hendrick received a $2.2 million no-bid contract to supply ICE vehicles. Visibility CLT has begun special pop up protests to tell Hendrick and the community that Hendrick Motors puts profits over people. Check the pop up schedule for upcoming protests targeting Hendrick Motorsports at Rama+Monroe Rd. Sign up HERE.
SIGNS OF FASCISM PROTESTS
Indivisible Charlotte is joining with activists around the country in holding special Signs of Fascism protests. Local artist and member Linda Vista created special black placards that describe warning signs of fascism based on Lawrence W. Britt’s article 14 Characteristics of Fascism. The warning signs are readily compared to actions of the Trump regime by casual viewers. When carried by black-clad protesters, they make a sobering display that jogs the conscience. Check OUR SCHEDULE for details.
QUESTIONS? VISIBILITYCLT@GMAIL.COM
ICLT is committed to nonviolent action, and we expect all participants to seek to de-escalate any potential
confrontation with those who disagree with us. Signs and chants must not incite violence. Of course, there’s always an inherent risk to protesting.
Mutual Aid Projects
Mutual Aid is continuing its monthly FOOD DRIVE to benefit The Freedom Fridge. The FREEDOM FRIDGE is located on the west side of Charlotte in the Enderly Park neighborhood by the QC Family Tree.
You can bring non-perishable items to our next social on Wednesday, December 3rd at Starlight on 22nd.
DELIVERY DATE: December 10 by 12pm (This is the day items are taken to Freedom Fridge). Please drop off fresh food items on Wednesday by 12pm. Non-perishable items can be placed in the plastic bins anytime before the delivery date.
Email Debbie for drop-off addresses or other questions: baynarddebbie@gmail.com
Drop off locations: Ballantyne, Dilworth, Matthews, Park Crossing, Pineville, South Boulevard, or Steele Creek
TRANS REMEMBRANCE DAY
Each year the LGBTQ community remembers their local TRANS members that died from suicide or violence. This year, Cameron Pruette asked Mutual Aid to provide 20 bags of food to those in the TRANS community in need of assistance. Thank you to all of you for your donations!
SANTA SPEEDO RUN
Donate or Register HERE. December 6th @ 11am-3pm @ Wooden Robot Brewery in South End. The run supports Twirl to the World Foundation, Carolinas LGBT+ Chamber of Commerce Non-Profit of the Year, dedicated to supporting Charlotte LGBT+ individuals in need through our Twirl Assistance Program (TAP).
By establishing this network, ICLT aims to create a grassroots support system that can respond quickly and effectively to the needs of these communities, which may be at increased risk due to current political policies and rhetoric. The project reflects ICLT's commitment to defending democracy and protecting the rights of marginalized groups in the face of potential threats to civil liberties and social programs.
Write Postcards
Ready, Set, Time to Start Writing Postcards!
Write Postcards - SIGN UP HERE
Hundreds of you have expressed interest in writing political postcards for the 2026 election season, so we will once again be working with the largest, most professional providers of them, Postcards To Swing States, a project from the Progressive Turnout Project. They will be concentrating on just a handful of states for the midterms and have included North Carolina as being crucial in their Get Out The Vote (GOTV) efforts. There will be their usual statewide GOTV cards delivered to us in May to be written over the summer and mailed in October.
RIGHT NOW, however, NC will be included in their newer program of News Boosting Cards which will be delivered in December to be written and mailed between February and April. As usual, they will provide the cards at no cost and writers need to provide the postage as well as writing the addresses and messages. FILL OUT THIS FORM NOW so we can gauge how many cards to order and we'll be back in touch with pick-up instructions very soon.
There may be other campaigns available to us as candidates get more organized. Again, we need you to indicate your level of interest, which will assist greatly in planning this very labor-intensive project.
Please complete the SURVEY FORM NOW and start stocking up on rolls of postcard stamps!
Every Call Counts
Every Call Counts makes it simple to call federal and state legislators on urgent issues. Using the 5 Calls platform plus custom scripts for local policies and key votes, we help activists take action each week.
PLEASE SHARE this link with friends, neighbors and family. WE’RE ALL IN THIS TOGETHER! You will receive a confirmation email once you finish signing up here on Mobilize.
New Member Orientation - NEW DATE!
Are you new to Indivisible Charlotte? Did you miss our last New Member Orientations? No worries! We have another one – Wednesday, December 10, 7:00-8:00pm! (NEW DATE!!)
Jump in with us for our New Member Orientation on Zoom! Meet fellow new members, hear from leadership, and learn how to get involved. From electoral work like canvassing and voter registration to trainings, monthly socials, the Pride parade, and our annual Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion training, there are countless ways to make an impact. You'll also find out where to watch for events and actions and how your unique skills can help power our movement
We can’t wait to meet you!
ICLT December Social
Get ready to unwind and unite at Indivisible Charlotte's monthly social soirée on Wednesday, December 3, 6:30-8:30 PM at Starlight on 22nd!
Snacks and drinks will be available for purchase.
Save the date for an evening of laughter, good company, food, and drinks. Eager to join us? Register now and mark your calendar for a night of community and rejuvenation.
We're excited to see you there—ready to recharge and connect!
Newsletter - November 1, 2025
Indivisible Charlotte Newsletter
November 1, 2025 Volume 44
In this issue
TAKE ACTION:
MONTHLY SOCIAL:
IN THE KNOW:
EVENT RECAP:
Democracy is Not a Spectator Sport
Read the Full NewsletteR
(Or download the PDF version)
In the Know: Exercise Your Voting Rights
Have You Exercised Your Voting Rights Yet? Election Day is Tuesday, November 4th, 2025.
Check out THIS ARTICLE by Carrie Phillips and Pat Rosa containing many helpful hints and links about your voting ballot, where and when to vote, meet the candidates who will represent you and make informed, educated decisions.
Veterans for Democracy
Join us as we honor the service of our Veterans and defend their rights. Beginning at 10:45 veterans will speak about their oath to the constitution and obligation to defend democracy.
SIGN UP to join us!
Tuesday, November 11 at 10:30-11:30 AM
Pearl Street Park - 1200 Baxter Street in Charlotte
ICLT is committed to nonviolent action, and we expect all participants to seek to de-escalate any
potential confrontation with those who disagree with us. Signs and chants must not incite
violence. Of course, there’s always an inherent risk to protesting.
In the Know Live: A Discussion with Anne Applebaum
As a kick-off to the No Kings 2 protest, Pulitzer Prize-winning author Anne Applebaum was the featured guest on the October 17th edition of In the Know Live to discuss her latest book, Autocracy, Inc., and help us understand how to defend democracy.
Read a summary of the interview here: Defending Democracy with Anne Applebaum
Or watch the interview here: Recording of the Interview with Anne Applebaum
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ICLT's In the Know Live presents a kick-off to No Kings 2 Weekend with Autocracy Inc.: A discussion with Anne Applebaum on Friday, October 17, 6-7 PM! Anne is the author of Autocracy, Inc.: The Dictators Who Want to Run the World, which has just been published in paperback. She's a Pulitzer Prize-winning, New York Times bestselling author. Autocracy, Inc. illustrates how autocracies work together, enrich elites, control the media, threaten democracies, as well as how we can act to oppose them.
ICLT November Social
Get ready to unwind and unite at Indivisible Charlotte's monthly social soirée on Wednesday, November 5, 6:30-8:30 PM at Carolina Beer Temple!
Snacks and drinks will be available for purchase.
Save the date for an evening of laughter, good company, food, and drinks. Eager to join us? Register now and mark your calendar for a night of community and rejuvenation.
We're excited to see you there—ready to recharge and connect!
Tesla Takedown
Indivisible Charlotte’s Tesla Takedown Protest Reaches 30 Week Milestone
Indivisible Charlotte has now participated in the nationwide Tesla Takedown movement for 30 Saturdays at the Tesla dealership in Matthews. We must never forget Musk's and Trump's damage! While Elon Musk may have left Washington, the damage lingers — from his Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) and its dismantling of federal capacity to his compromise of data privacy and alignment with far-right MAGA forces.
Why This Protest Still Matters - Holding Billionaires Accountable. We’re standing up to billionaire influence over our democracy - including those buying favor from the Trump regime.
Creating Visibility - The Matthews Tesla dealership is a prime location, with roughly 10,000 cars passing by every hour, giving our message strong public reach.
Sustaining Momentum - The #TeslaTakedown movement continues to grow nationwide - keeping pressure on and awareness high.
Join Us - Saturdays, 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m. at 9140 E Independence Blvd., Matthews, NC
ICLT is committed to nonviolent action, and we expect all participants to seek to de-escalate any potential
confrontation with those who disagree with us. Signs and chants must not incite violence. Of course, here’s always an inherent risk to protesting.
Podcast Ep 01 - Autocracy, Inc. w/Anne Applebaum
In this third episode of Indivisible Charlotte’s ‘In the Know Live’ program and first podcast episode, founding director Carolyn Eberly introduces a profound discussion with Anne Applebaum, a renowned journalist and author. They explore the forces undermining democracy worldwide and strategies for resisting them. Anne talks about her latest book Autocracy, Inc., which delves into a network of dictatorial regimes and their methods for maintaining power. With Marshal Auron and Pat Rosa moderating, Applebaum discusses the tactics employed by autocratic states and how these are mirrored in the U.S. political landscape. She provides insights on global autocratic behaviors, the significance of civic engagement, and practical ways activists can fight back. The episode concludes with a Q&A session addressing the viability of non-violent protests and the essential role of public activism in upholding democratic values.
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Newsletter - October 1, 2025
Indivisible Charlotte Newsletter
October 1, 2025 Volume 43
In this issue
ACTION:
SOCIAL:
IN THE KNOW:
GROUP NEWS:
EVENT RECAP:
Democracy is Not a Spectator Sport
Read the Full NewsletteR
(Or download the PDF version for easier printing)
One Bad Brutal Boondoggle: The One Big Beautiful Bill & NC Part 2
Part 1: Health Care and SNAP Issues
By Galen Smith and Carrie Phillips
How will the OBBB affect NC? It extends the 2017 Tax Cuts for the wealthiest in our state, but its weakening of health care, education, energy and employment creates a wealth transfer to the rich of epic proportions.
In the second of a two part series, Galen Smith & Carrie Phillips explore the OBBB issues surrounding immigration, education, energy and communications in North Carolina.
READ THE FULL ARTICLE HERE
See last month’s article here: One Bad Brutal Boondoggle Part 1