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Resolution condemning President Donald J. Trump's unconstitutional actions and threats to American democracy.
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WHEREAS, the Constitution of the United States establishes a system of checks and balances designed to protect democratic governance and secure individual liberties for all people, including young Americans who will inherit this system;
WHEREAS, young people rely on stable democratic institutions to safeguard their future, ensure fair elections, protect civil rights, and maintain trust in government;
WHEREAS, various actions taken by President Donald J. Trump during his presidency and current term have been widely described by legal scholars, civil rights organizations, and public officials as undermining constitutional norms, including actions related to election processes, civil liberties, and the balance of powers; and such instability directly affects youth, who depend on predictable democratic systems to participate in civic life, vote in future elections, and trust that their voices matter;
WHEREAS, the events surrounding January 6, 2021, including the attack on the U.S. Capitol, followed rhetoric from President Trump that challenged the legitimacy of the 2020 election, and multiple investigations and court findings have since documented efforts to overturn certified election results; and these events have shaped an entire generation's understanding of civic engagement, causing many young people to fear political violence, distrust election integrity, and question whether peaceful transitions of power can be relied upon in their adulthood;
WHEREAS, President Trump has repeatedly criticized judges, journalists, and lawful investigations, and his administration has taken actions affecting civil liberties, including policies related to immigration enforcement, protest restrictions, and limitations on diversity-related programs; and these actions directly affect youth, particularly: immigrant youth, who may fear family separation or unc...
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