About Hold the Line:

Hold the Line: A Guide to Defending Democracy was developed to help people organize and ensure that the 2020 election was free and fair, and that the results were upheld.

After its launch in September 2020, the guide was viewed more than 75,000 times and over 1,000 people joined online trainings to learn how to put its lessons into practice.

The Guide & Other Resources:

Though the 2020 election is over, the work to defend democracy continues. Check out these resources to help you organize in your community:

Hold the Line: A Guide to Defending Democracy

Read the original guide, which has been viewed more than 75,000 times! Learn what “red lines” needed to be held during the election, step-by-step information for organizing in your community, and lessons from the field of civil resistance that can be applied to make change on a range of issues.

Commitment to Uphold Democracy: Campaign Planning Guide

A guide we developed with partners that helped organizers get public written commitments―from elected officials and police and military―to protect the integrity and results of the 2020 election.

 

Commitment to Uphold Democracy: Strategy & Messaging Considerations

A post-election guide we developed with partners to help organizers plan for the possibilities after election day in 2020. (Image art credit: @radicalroadmaps)

News and Interviews:

 
 

Frequently Asked Questions:

Now that the 2020 election is over, what can I do?

The work to defend democracy continues on! From new attempts to restrict the right to vote to redistricting changes that restrict representation of certain groups, there are a range of challenges we face. We recommend finding out what is happening locally and getting involved with groups that are active in your state and community.

Who started Hold the Line?

Hold the Line was started by Hardy Merriman, Ankur Asthana, Marium Navid, and Kifah Shah. Work on the guide was in our independent capacities.

How do I get in touch?

For now, Hold the Line is on hiatus. If you’d like to get updates about any new projects or campaigns we launch in the future, you can sign up here.