#### Join “Collective Courage: Resisting Fear, Defending Democracy” Monday, June 29@7CDT ZOOM w/ Ed Spire
**NWSOFA Restore Our Democracy Lead**
Authoritarian movements thrive when fear keeps people isolated and silent. History shows, however, that ordinary people working together with courage and determination can protect democratic values and strengthen their communities.
_Join **Ed Spire**, NWSOFA’s Restore Our Democracy Lead, for an engaging discussion on how everyday citizens can respond to today’s challenges with practical, sustainable action._
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Drawing on the acclaimed book *On Courage: How to Be a Dissident in an Age of Fear* and recent analysis of the state of American democracy, Ed will examine how fear is used as a political weapon, why **collective courage** and **collective stubbornness** are essential to preserving freedom, and how local communities can effectively resist authoritarianism through peaceful civic engagement.
Rather than leaving discouraged, you’ll leave empowered. This presentation will offer practical, repeatable actions that anyone can take—from speaking up and organizing locally to supporting neighbors, strengthening democratic institutions, and building resilient communities that stand together when democracy is tested.
Join NWSOFA on **Monday, June 29 at 7:00 PM CDT** for this timely and inspiring Zoom presentation. Whether you’re new to civic engagement or a longtime advocate, you’ll gain fresh insights, renewed hope, and concrete tools to help defend democracy—because **ordinary people, acting together with collective courage, can make an extraordinary impact.**
#### ZOOM link – Click Here at 6:55 pm to attend the Monday, June 29th, at 7:00 PM central / 8:00 PM eastern, ROD Meeting on “Collective Courage: Resisting Fear, Defending Democracy” -> https://bit.ly/NWSOFA-Zoom