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Why take action? Because it will energize your side.
The right often tends to be more staid in its political activism, less given to loud, exciting protests than the left. And for most of recent history, it's had less of a serious and effective youth movement as well.
The two phenomena are not unrelated: Protests are fun and give group members a reason be more actively involved. They also incite opposition, which can radicalize the supporters of your cause into further action.
In other words, taking action on your campus can result in the members of your conservative or libertarian group becoming more interested in activism! Here are some of Campus Reform's exciting activism ideas:
- The Price is Wrong (for Universal Health Care) -- The left has been active in its mobilization of young people and college students to support universal health care mandated, paid for, or some combination thereof by the government. But despite the propaganda, ObamaCare will not be beneficial to young adults.
Tea Party Tax Revolt -- While many Americans agree that taxes are far too high, politicians continue to raise rates. Tea Parties are great ways to take a visible stand against taxes and tax hikes.
March Liberal Madness -- Play off of college basketball’s “March Madness” with this basketball-themed event designed to highlight liberal madness. Create a bracket which pits leftist figures against each other. Be sure to find as many absurd quotes as possible. Encourage students to vote at your table or at an online polling site. Repeat the process until you have a champion!
As you plan these or other exciting events, check out the Campus Reform listing of state-based and local conservative and libertarian organizations.
This list, found here, can be one of your most valuable resources as an effective student activist.
Some groups might be interested in contributing to your activism -- whether through direct funding, staff participation, free advertisement, or other methods of support.
Also take a look at the listing of national policy organizations and legal defense groups. Depending on what you plan and how it's received on campus, you may find valuable assistance from some of these as well.
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