The girlies explain the movement to Defend the Forest and #StopCopCity in Atlanta and connect it to a broader conversation about the history of civil disobedience in America. Digressions include a recap of our slayful clothing sale, reminiscing about seeing Taylor Swift live in the 2010's when the tickets were cheaper, and a big congratulations to a binchie for finishing her chemo treatment.

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Civil Disobedience

On A Moral Right to Civil Disobedience by James Lefkowitz

As Public Opposition Grows, Atlanta Police Attempt To Begin Work On Cop City, Protestors Occupy Trees

Autopsy reveals anti-'Cop City' activist's hands were raised when shot and killed

Defend the Atlanta Forest Media Kit

Defend the Atlanta Forest FAQ (click here to find info about how to help)

What Is 'Cop City'? The Atlanta Police Center Protests, Explained

Appalachian Pipeline Blockade Ends With Arrests After 932 Days

Police murder protestor in Atlanta Forest

Authorities in Georgia have charged 23 people with domestic terrorism

How The USA Patriot At Redefines "Domestic Terrorism"

Occupy Wall Street: A protest timeline

Key Moments In The Dakota Access Pipeline Fight

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