January 12th - Content to Amplify
Renee Good, Americans rising up, ICE emboldened in their violence, ICE slipping on ice
Americans are rising up following ICE’s murder of Renee Good. But at the same time, ICE is growing more emboldened and violent. We need to keep talking about this story and uplifting both the various acts of defiance and ICE’s continued escalations.
TOP THREE THINGS TO AMPLIFY
1. The murder of Renee Good at the hands of ICE
Last Wednesday, ICE agent Jonathan Ross murdered mother and poet, Renee Good, in broad daylight in front of dozens of witnesses. ICE has been abusing and terrorizing our neighbors for months and, predictably, their hate campaign has now murdered an American mom. We must continue to uplift this story (see Friday’s Dispatch for more details to share). We’re seeing massive shifts in public opinion, with recent polling showing that a majority of Americans disapprove of ICE and believe their tactics are too forceful. Do not stop talking about this. Since Friday, there are two additional important developments to amplify that can keep this story front and center.
The final exchange: Phone footage from Ross’s phone was released on Friday showing their final exchange. Yes, Ross was able to keep his phone running while he fired shots, which is more obvious evidence that he was perfectly safe the entire time. Renee Good’s last words to her murderer were “That’s fine, dude, I’m not mad at you.” After shooting Renee in the face 3 times, Ross muttered, “F*cking b*tch.”
Becca’s statement: Renee Good’s wife, Becca Good, released an incredibly beautiful and moving statement on Friday. It tells us more about what an incredible person ICE took from the world. “Renee lived by an overarching belief: there is kindness in the world and we need to do everything we can to find it where it resides and nurture it where it needs to grow… On Wednesday, January 7th, we stopped to support our neighbors. We had whistles. They had guns.”
2. Americans are rising up to demand ICE Out for Good as protests, defiance, and disruption sweep the nation
Americans have been activated since last Wednesday’s murder and just this weekend, we collectively showed up at over 1,200 #IceOutforGood protests. Folks in Minneapolis are not backing down, with thousands of people on continuous protests and ICE watch. This is a turning point moment; more people are paying attention in the wake of Renee’s murder and looking for ways to fight back. It is crucial that we amplify the magnitude and breadth of our opposition to the ICE gestapo to normalize defiance and inspire folks to join us. Share all of this and get inspired!!
Celebs protest ICE at the Golden Globes: [IG] [IG] [IG] [TikTok] [TikTok] [X] [Bsky] [Bsky] [Headline]
Thousands at MN noise protest outside ICE hotel: [IG] [TikTok] [TikTok] [X] [Bsky]
People in MN parking lot run off ICE agents: [IG] [TikTok] [X] [Bsky]
Veterans speak out: [IG] [TikTok] [X] [Bsky], [IG] [TikTok] [X] [Bsky]
Security guard blocks ICE from McDonald’s: [IG] [TikTok] [X] [Bsky]
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3. ICE is emboldened and out of control, harassing and terrorizing Americans indiscriminately
One terrifying truth is that ICE has become emboldened since they murdered Renee Good. Since last Wednesday, we have seen them knocking down and raiding homes without a warrant, violently assaulting our neighbors, and terrorizing anyone in their way, regardless of who they are. Public opinion is turning against ICE and continuing to showcase their brutal assaults on our communities is necessary to inspire the anger and motivation to resist.
DoorDasher runs into a customer’s house to hide from ICE. The customer has a baby inside and is terrified and doesn’t know what to do. She yells at ICE, neighbors show up, and eventually ICE leaves.
Pastor detained by ICE after defending Hispanic woman. ICE asks “Are you scared yet?” and then released after they said “You’re white. You wouldn’t be fun anyway.”
Border Patrol arrests 17yo while at work in Target, despite having passport in his pocket
ICE beats Native American man after complying with a face scan, despite showing his passport and birth certificate
ICE agent knocks phone out of woman’s hand for recording him, saying “Have y’all not learned anything from the past couple of days?”
ICE kicks down door and raids home with kids inside without a warrant
BONUS: ICE agents slipping on ice 😂
A small pick-me up that also serves to mock ICE agents. They want to be seen as scary and tough, but they are being foiled by slippery conditions.
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MORE CONTENT + CLIPS
Stories of Defiance
(showcase the movement to fight back from everyday people to institutions to build social proof)
Sen. Murphy (D-CT) will propose reforms to DHS, including requiring a warrant for arrests and banning masks during enforcement operations
DC posters call out Trump regime for distracting us from Epstein with war on Venezuela
Nikki Glaser calls out Trump DOJ and CBS for their lies
FIFA World Cup ticket holders are cancelling en masse
Jerome Powell, chair of the Federal Trade Commission, speaks out against being threatened with DOJ subpoena
Steve Kerr, head coach of Golden State Warriors, says it’s “shameful” that law enforcement in this country can commit murder and seemingly get away with it
Rochelle Bilal, the Philadelphia Sheriff, says she would arrest ICE agents and calling them “fake law enforcement”
Military / ICE Escalations
(show the reality of fascism and widespread impact on communities)
ICE agents laugh at and use tear gas on protestors in Minnesota
Students at Roosevelt High School are speaking up against ICE
ICE agents use car to ram civilian car in traffic at red light
Trump regime is holding migrant children in a juvenile prison known for child abuse
JD Vance says ICE agent will be protected by “absolute immunity”
If the ICE agent who murdered Renee Good is not prosecuted, then ICE is allowed to move with total impunity and we live in a police state
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Trump states that he plans to go after US citizens who he doesn’t like, and deport them violently if needed