The damage being done to our communities and our democracy shows up in specific patterns: attacks on the press, scapegoating whole groups of people, abuse of police power, elections being undermined. These are warning signs of authoritarianism.
The *Signs of Fascism Street Theater Protest* is a way to make those patterns visible in the most literal sense. We will stand in silence along a busy street, each person holding a stark, simple sign naming one warning sign of fascism. Without chanting or waving, we just present a visible list of dangers that people can’t easily ignore or explain away.
On April 25, this will be part of our broader [**Activist Action Lab in the Park**](https://www.mobilize.us/itsblueturn/event/900621/) that day: a hands-on action fair where you’ll try postcard writing, calling, protest prep, singing resistance, and more. No experience needed — just show up and see what fits. Be part of a nationwide effort to demand dignity, justice, and the rule of law!
Here’s what to expect:
– Wear black (preferably) or very dark clothing so the focus stays on the words.
– Hold provided “Signs of Fascism” posters.
– We’ll stand spaced out so drivers and pedestrians have a moment to read and think about each sign.
– You don’t need to stay the whole time: come for a short shift, rotate in, and participate as much as you can
Are you willing to stand up, literally, and say: **I see what is happening, and I won’t look away**? Then join us. When people see others taking that stance in public, it gives them permission to do the same.
**Organized by [It’s Blue Turn](https://itsblueturn.com/)**
P.S. Our team is also doing Signs of Fascism in Palo Alto on [Fridays](https://www.mobilize.us/mobilize/event/876104/). Perhaps the time will work better for you?