Greetings, brothers, sisters, & others —

After all the recent & unexpected events, there are many things that are uncertain & a lot of information that has not come to light. In 11 days, the convention will begin & much will be revealed, I trust — but this article is not concerned with things we cannot know. Today, I feel that it is of the gravest importance for us to focus on what we do know, so that we can strive as effectively as possible against the C/inton-Machine — today, I’m writing to you about strategy.

Before we get into strategy, however, there is a crucial point which I must address & that is —

Progressive Solidarity

As I’ve already written in a recent article, there are many different groups that are converging on the “Democratic” National Convention in Philadelphia — some are supporters of Bernie Sanders, others recognize goals we have in common, & some are entirely unaffiliated. All of them, however, are mobilizing to confront the DNC & we should embrace all of those who struggle for a better world, regardless of affiliation or the different paths that led us here — all our paths converged in Philadelphia & that’s what matters.

I wish that this was where the section ended — yet, my heart is troubled. Within the Berners’ ranks, there is division. I have watched it form between the #BernieOrBusters & the “Vote-Blue-No-Matter-Whos” & between those against & those in favor of this idea or that idea — you must stop this, at once!

Our numbers mean precisely nothing when we are divided. All of you are children of the same struggle, against the same corrupt establishment, & none of you will win unless all of us win, together. Co-operation & progressive solidarity is not just what makes us powerful — it is what makes us different from the corrupted state-parties. Set aside any differences you have & be patient with each other — the best of you are the ones who make peace between us & the worst of you are the ones who argue & use harsh words against each other.

There is no hope, except in solidarity. Now, let’s talk about the practical, concrete steps that we can take to increase our chances for a positive outcome…

Strategy

Alright, friends — there are two struggles & we need to win them both. There are many that will say that this outcome isn’t likely & I actually can’t argue against that. Let them say it — just smile, nod, walk away, & get to the hard work of possibly proving that person wrong.

Anyway, back to the “two struggles” — there is a battle on the inside of the convention & there is a battle on the outside. Most of us don’t have to worry about the one on the inside — our delegates are working on that one & there are many clever people among them. Just have faith & focus on the struggle outside of the convention — that one’s ours.

Here are the things that we can do, right now…

Step One:

Fund the Delegates

As Bernie Sanders confirmed in his conference call with his delegates, he has not conceded & he has not & will not suspend the campaign — we are taking this to the convention floor. This can only happen if all of our delegates make it to Philadelphia — this is absolutely essential! All who can should immediately support those delegates who haven’t yet raised the funds they need to get to the convention — I recommend that you find the delegates with the least amount of money-raised & help them as best as you can. I am personally in contact with a number of them who are developing our floor-strategy & I give you my word that they are committed to fighting like righteous lions for all of us on the convention-floor but they can only do that if we get every last one of them to the convention. Use this link or go to fundberniedelegates.com for a vetted list of delegate fund-raisers.

Step Two:

Use Your “Voice”

I recently wrote an article about “exit-voice theory” & why it’s important that we ensure that our dissatisfaction with the status-quo is represented in ways that our treacherous rulers can count, like signing pledges or petitions. If you disagree with me about that, I suggest you read my article, “Mathematical Proof That You Are Not Alone,” where I’ve already science’d this issue.

For those reasons, I strongly urge you all to:

If you haven’t already & if you’re not opposed to either writing-in Bernie for the general election or voting Green, please consider signing the “Bernie Or Bust” Pledge. If you already plan on doing either of those things, there is literally no reason not to sign the pledge . All of you who are refusing to vote for Clinton in the general election for any reason at all, please sign the pledge at this link or go to wontvotehillary.com . Regardless of whether you’re considering supporting the Green Party, as a “plan B,” I urge all of you to help Jill Stein get on the ballot in every state. This involves signing state-petitions. I’m sure that most us agree, even if we’re not Green ourselves, that people should have the right to vote Green, if they want to . Green Party donations skyrocketed about 1000% after Sanders’ endorsement & important people in the Democratic Party are freaking out because of that — which is a good thing! Many DNC officials were foolish enough to think that a Sanders’ endorsement would magically bring party unity — they’re realizing how wrong they were, right now. We must make them see that this is because we mean business .

Step Three:

Ge t As Many People to Philadelphia As Possible

If it is at all possible, I’m urging everyone who can to go to Philadelphia — these marches are even more important, in light of what’s occurred. I’m not going to go over the march details, here — I’ve already written a post that details & provides links to many of the marches & demonstrations that are occurring both in Philadelphia & around the United States. Aside from my article, www.philly.fyi is a fantastic resource, as well! Remember, if you can’t make it to Philly (which is, of course, many of us), you can still march in solidarity — visit www.marchforbernieusa.com to find a solidarity march that’s close to you. When the demonstrations begin, we’ll be breaking the internet with pictures, videos, & pro-Sanders media — so, the more marches, the better! If you live somewhere where there is no march — that’s your cue to start one!

I’ll be in Philadelphia w/ Jacob Yona, the People’s Math Front’s graphic artist. We plan on writing, taking photographs, & making videos to keep people informed about the protests (& marching, of course) — if you wish to feed & assist us, you can donate to the People’s Math Front’s go-fund-me but, for g-d’s sake, fund the delegates first, please!

Step Four:

Remember to Breathe

This step is actually very, very important — please, be kind to yourselves & when things get intense, take a few deep breaths or step outside. Ultimately, it’s all going to be okay. Then, (once your blood-pressure returns to normal) get back to #!@%ing the system!

To Sum It All Up

Alright, my beautiful, courageous friends — let’s go over it, one more time. We will maximize our chances of winning, if we do these things:

Make peace amongst yourselves — we are all in this together . Do not become divided –that’s what our enemies want. Fund the delegates. They will be fighting for us inside the convention — and we will fight for them outside of it. The delegates decide the nominee — without ours, Bernie doesn’t stand a chance. Everyone who is willing should add their signatures to the #BernieOrBust pledge & the “won’t vote Hillary” pledge . Get the Green Party on the ballot in all 50 states , even if it’s for no other reason than to scare the crap outta the DNC! All who can should get to Philadelphia or march for Bernie in solidarity — massive demonstrations will send a very strong message to the party leadership, especially after the endorsement because it proves that Bernie Sanders can’t control us .

I must away, now — there is much to do & very little time to do it! I’ll write again, soon…

In solidarity,

John Laurits #SeeYouInPhilly

P.S. If you’d like to donate to a delegate but you’re in a hurry, I’ll make it easy for you — here’s a link to donate to a delegate from Texas & here’s a link to donate to a delegate from Kansas

Other Recent Articles by John Laurits

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Mathematical Proof That You Are Not Alone (7/10) New!

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Once More Unto the Breach — #DemocracyOrBust! (7/7)

The Delegate Math + An Urgent Call to Action! (7/5)

New, from the People’s Math Front: The News-REAL (7/4)

#ShowMeTheBallots or No Unity! (7/3)

Let’s Talk About Voter-Suppression (w/ math!) (6/26)

Why I Am #BernieOrBust (& why you should be, too) (6/23)

“How We #BernTheConvention, w/ Updated Math” (6/22)

“No Democracy, No Unity” (6/20)

“What is ‘Democracy?'” (6/14)

“What is #ExitPollGate?” (6/11)

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