Betterment and Praxis

The Trump administration has placed all federal workers in its crosshairs — from executive orders on DEI and return to office, to mass layoffs, destruction of teams, and shuttering of departments — with more to come. It’s easy to feel demoralized, but many workers just like you are stepping up.

The chaos induced by Musk and friends ripping off essential (often lifesaving) departments and services is already leading to mass popular outrage. Millions of ordinary people know they benefit from the protections and service that DOGE is slashing. All of those people can become allies alongside the power of workers and their unions acting collectively. With those two factors together, the battle may be long, but workers can win. Here are some ways to join the fight.