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The New Wave of Civil Rights Activism: 2025 and Beyond
Instead of despair, a powerful and organized resurgence of civil rights activism has emerged—more significant, intersectional, and deeply digital.
The New Wave of Civil Rights Activism: 2025 and Beyond
The results of the 2024 election sent shockwaves across the country. Donald Trump’s return to the White House signaled to many that the fight for justice and equality was far from over. But instead of despair, a powerful and organized resurgence of civil rights activism has emerged—more immense, intersectional, and deeply digital.
For 27-year-old Brianna Thompson, a community organizer in Atlanta, the moment felt like déjà vu. “I remember the fear in my mom’s voice in 2016,” she says. “But this time, we aren’t just reacting—we're mobilizing like never before.” From voting rights to reproductive freedom, LGBTQ+ protections to economic justice, the new wave of civil rights activism is defined by its urgency and ability to mobilize millions in real time.
The Digital Revolution of Activity
In the age of deepfakes and government surveillance, activists are outmaneuvering oppression with technology. “They…
