An open letter to the U.S. Congress

Defend Free Speech – Stop Trump’s Authoritarian Overreach

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I am writing to express my deep concern over the blatant attack on free speech under Trump’s administration. The recent detention of a student protest organizer—targeted simply for speaking out—sets a dangerous precedent. This is not about law and order; it’s about silencing dissent. Threatening Democratic lawmakers with investigations, pulling federal grants based on ideological disagreements, and sanctioning law firms that represent Trump’s political opponents all point to an authoritarian abuse of power. Now, with the arrest of a student protest organizer, Trump has made it clear that he is willing to use the full force of the government to suppress opposition. This is an urgent crisis. I demand that you take immediate action to defend our First Amendment rights. Congress must push back against these unconstitutional attacks, hold those responsible accountable, and ensure that peaceful protest and political opposition are not criminalized. I urge you to speak out, introduce measures to protect free speech, and use your platform to fight back against this growing authoritarianism. Our democracy depends on it.

▶ Created on March 13, 2025 by Julie

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