Uploaded June 2024 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
In this critical session of Feminist Night School, we explore the current state of democracy in the U.S. and delve into actionable strategies beyond the march. Amanda welcomes our distinguished guest speaker, Ash-Lee Woodard Henderson, co-executive director of the Highlander Research and Education Center. Ash-Lee helps us examine the current threats posed by far-right agendas—specifically Project 2025—aimed at dismantling women's rights, LGBTQ+ rights, and broader democratic principles. This session underscores the urgency of organizing, building political power, and participating in elections as crucial means to preserve and expand democracy. Watch to get inspired and understand the stakes, while learning about concrete steps we can take to fight fascism and build better futures together.
00:00 Introduction to Feminist Night at School
00:59 Introducing Ash-Lee Woodard Henderson
02:22 Current State of Democracy
03:26 Challenges and Opportunities in American Democracy
06:39 The Role of Movements and Elections
20:39 Project 2025: A Looming Threat
23:29 Call to Action: Preventing Project 2025
28:00 Introduction to Women's March Feminist Night School
28:36 Project 2025: Binary Gender and Junk Science
29:44 Legal Definitions and Targeted Groups
31:29 Impact on Women's Rights and Social Services
32:27 Reproductive Rights Under Attack
35:48 Broader Implications and Call to Action
39:02 Case Study: Fighting White Nationalism in Enid, Oklahoma
46:33 Q&A and Final Thoughts
In this critical session of Feminist Night School, we explore the current state of democracy in the U.S. and delve into actionable strategies beyond the march. Amanda welcomes our distinguished guest speaker, Ash-Lee Woodard Henderson, co-executive director of the Highlander Research and Education Center. Ash-Lee helps us examine the current threats posed by far-right agendas—specifically Project 2025—aimed at dismantling women's rights, LGBTQ+ rights, and broader democratic principles. This session underscores the urgency of organizing, building political power, and participating in elections as crucial means to preserve and expand democracy. Watch to get inspired and understand the stakes, while learning about concrete steps we can take to fight fascism and build better futures together.
00:00 Introduction to Feminist Night at School
00:59 Introducing Ash-Lee Woodard Henderson
02:22 Current State of Democracy
03:26 Challenges and Opportunities in American Democracy
06:39 The Role of Movements and Elections
20:39 Project 2025: A Looming Threat
23:29 Call to Action: Preventing Project 2025
28:00 Introduction to Women's March Feminist Night School
28:36 Project 2025: Binary Gender and Junk Science
29:44 Legal Definitions and Targeted Groups
31:29 Impact on Women's Rights and Social Services
32:27 Reproductive Rights Under Attack
35:48 Broader Implications and Call to Action
39:02 Case Study: Fighting White Nationalism in Enid, Oklahoma
46:33 Q&A and Final Thoughts
