We all have favorite songs and least-favorite songs. As I was waiting for an oil change at the dealership the other day, one of my least favorite songs came on — John Mayer’s “Waiting on the World to Change.”
Despite its catchy tune and Mayer’s sultry voice, there’s something that has always bothered me about this song.
Why should we wait for the world to change?
If we want the world to change, we need to actively work to make the world change.
Look what’s happening in these first few months of the Trump administration. His team is actively changing the world. We can’t afford to sit back and wait for it to change — or wait for someone else to step up and fight back.
We have to start acting now.
Many people have said it: Democracy is not a spectator sport.
You don’t have to quit your job and spend every waking moment fighting for what you believe in. But can you spare 10 minutes a day?
Ready? Here Are Some Ways to Get Started:
🛑 Boycotts
Several retailers and companies that have rolled back their DEI initiatives have been hit by boycotts.Learn more by searching “boycotts.”A recent Guardian poll showed that 20% of Americans plan to avoid companies aligning with Trump’s agenda.
📞 Contact Your National and Local Representatives
They don’t pay much attention to form letters or social media posts.Make your communications simple, focused, and direct.
➡️ 5Calls.org is a great resource. Phone calls are especially effective — they’re tallied daily. 5Calls offers scripts and talking points on many issues.
Also, attend any meetings your representatives host. Even if you didn’t vote for them, they still represent all of us.
Contact Info:
US Senator Ted Budd — 202-224-3154 | budd.senate.gov
US Senator Thom Tillis — 202-224-6342 | tillis.senate.gov
US Rep. Chuck Edwards — 202-225-6401 | edwards.house.gov
NC Senator Tim Moffitt — 919-733-5745 | Tim.Moffitt@ncleg.gov
NC Rep. Jake Johnson — 919-715-4466 | Jake.Johnson@ncleg.gov
NC Rep. Jennifer Balkcom — 919-733-5956 | Jennifer.Balkcom@ncleg.gov
🧍 Show Up
Attend meetings, rallies, protests. You don’t have to carry signs — just showing up matters.
“The purpose... is to bring like-minded people together into resistance networks; to attract publicity that will draw new people into the movement; and... to alert other politicians that failing to oppose Trump will cost them support.”— The New Republic, Timothy Noah, March 27, 2025
Where to start:
Monthly school board meetings
Bi-monthly County Commissioner meetings
Town/City Council sessions in: Hendersonville, Flat Rock, Mills River, Fletcher, Laurel Park
(Or check their websites for updates and recordings.)
📰 Stay Informed
Find trusted media outlets — and ignore the rest. Check out Our Previous Post.
Follow the NC legislature and our reps; start with
💸 Donate to Causes That Matter to You
You might think your $25 donation won’t help — but what if 100 of us did it? Or 1,000?
It adds up. And it shows real community support.
✋ Volunteer
This might take more than 10 minutes, but it’s worth it.
Some options:
Volunteer with your county Democrats
Help with precinct activities
Become a poll watcher
Send postcards to voters
Serve on advisory boards (county or municipal level)
If you have a skill or passion, there's something you can contribute. Check local sites or organizations for details.
We Can’t Afford to Wait for Change
If we don’t start doing something now, the MAGA and Project 2025 crowd will only grow more entrenched — and it will be even harder to undo the damage they’re doing. Both nationally and right here at home.
So — do something.
Additional Info & Inspiration
Carolann Connor
Joe Elliott
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