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Why We Need Comedy in the Fight for Change | Graham Elwood

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Why We Need Comedy in the Fight for Change | Graham Elwood

A discussion featuring Graham Elwood and Ron Placone discussing the upcoming Progressive Comedy Tour, the importance of local grassroots activism, municipal broadband, and why comedy and community are essential for political changemakers.
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In this video I discuss the following: 
✅ Progressive Comedy Tour announcements with Graham Elwood and Ron Placone.
✅ The importance of local grassroots activism, volunteering for progressive candidates, and municipal broadband.
✅ Building community, using humour to cope with political burnout, and taking small actionable steps for change.

⏳ Timestamps: 
00:00 Introduction: Graham Elwood and Ron Placone discussing the second leg of the Progressive Comedy Tour
01:10 Grassroots political organizing: volunteering, phone-banking, and supporting local progressive candidates
02:15 Localized activism and municipal projects: Ron Placone's work toward municipal internet in Pasadena
04:05 Small daily actions: taking inspiration from simple community efforts (like picking up trash) to create cumulative impact
05:30 Conclusion: The healing power of comedy and laughter in political activism, building community networks, and tour dates

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