Overview
- Over six weeks, the 'Fighting Oligarchy' tour has attracted 254,931 attendees across 17 rallies in 11 states, including deep-red areas like Boise, Idaho, and Salt Lake City, Utah.
- The rallies denounce President Trump's policies on wealth inequality, corporate influence, and cuts to Medicaid, while advocating for economic justice and democracy.
- Recent events in Republican strongholds saw unprecedented turnout, such as 12,500 attendees in Boise and 20,000 in Salt Lake City, signaling growing progressive energy in traditionally conservative areas.
- A recent survey indicates dissatisfaction among Democratic voters, with 70% grading their party's response to Trump as a C or lower, highlighting internal party tensions.
- Organizers report tens of thousands joined a national call preparing for a May day of action, underscoring the tour's role in empowering disaffected voters and building grassroots momentum.