Shut It Down: Stories from a Fierce, Loving Resistance

Lisa Fithian is a veteran activist and advocate for civil disobedience and nonviolent direct action. She has supported countless movements, including the Battle of Seattle, Hurricane Katrina, Occupy Wall Street, and the uprisings at Standing Rock and Ferguson. Her book "Shut It Down" offers strategies and actions to promote justice and incite change in communities. Fithian shares historic stories from important people-powered movements and argues that civil disobedience is a spiritual pursuit that protects our deepest selves and allows us to reclaim our humanity.

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 352 pages
\n Publication date: 03 October 2019
\n Publisher: Chelsea Green Publishing Co
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For decades, Lisa Fithian's unwavering commitment to civil disobedience and nonviolent direct action has positioned her at the forefront of transformative change. Renowned as "the nation's foremost protest consultant," Fithian has lent her support to numerous movements, including the iconic Battle of Seattle in 1999, the arduous task of rebuilding and safeguarding communities after Hurricane Katrina, the Occupy Wall Street protests, and the uprisings at Standing Rock and in Ferguson. This groundbreaking book, Shut It Down, is a invaluable resource for anyone seeking to become more actively engaged in resistance or grappling with feelings of overwhelm or hopelessness.

In Shut It Down, Fithian delves into the rich tapestry of historic, behind-the-scenes narratives from some of the most impactful people-powered movements of recent decades. She underscores the enduring relevance of direct action as the most radical and expedient pathway for addressing the societal ills that plague us. This book is brimming with practical insights and inspiring examples that demonstrate how movements can adapt and evolve as the struggle for social justice continues in the Trump era and beyond. While acknowledging the significance of electoral politics, legislation, and policy, Shut It Down makes a compelling case that civil disobedience is not merely one of the few remaining options when all else fails but rather a profound spiritual endeavor that safeguards our innermost selves and enables us to reclaim our humanity.

Change is indeed possible, but it demands an openness to embracing creativity, compassion, and strategic resilience in standing up, often at great personal risk, to protect the things we cherish. Lisa Fithian's profound wisdom and unwavering dedication to social justice serve as a beacon of hope for those who seek to make a difference in the world. By following her guidance, we can forge a path toward a more equitable and compassionate society.

\n Weight: 526g\n
Dimension: 153 x 229 x 30 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781603588843\n \n