This past July was our 249th Independence Day and the Trump regime just finished building MANZANAR 2.0, Florida style. Are we still the land of the free? That’s not what a “great” nation does. That’s what a fascist regime does. That’s what Hitler and the Third Reich did.

And Trump is proud, so very proud of and celebrating the cruelty and inhumanity, calling it “winning”. It’s funny to him. And Noem. And Miller. And MAGA. It’s Project 2025 successfully implementing another piece of its Christofascist authoritarian agenda.

It’s also a test to see how much cruelty Americans will tolerate and accept as normal. A dog whistle painted red, white, and blue that shits on your lawn.

Independence for what and whom? Ignoring the Constitution? Mocking the rule of law? Condemning judges? Letting the American people suffer while coddling, subsidizing, and giving tax cuts to the “welfare queen” oligarchy by overtaxing the middle, working, and lower classes to pay for it?

That’s “trickle up economics” because “trickle down” was too “costly” for the billionaires who made their money off of exploiting the very people that facilitate their path to gratuitous wealth.

Treating our brown brothers and sisters like animals as we did the Japanese on our own stolen soil? I’m also getting post 9/11 Abu Ghraib vibes – another dark stain on our history and military, just like enslaving kidnapped black brothers and sisters, and Manzanar post America’s entrance to WWII.

Remember never forget? Well America has and is repeating the history it’s desperately whitewashing. This is not the country the Revolution fought England for. The USA is the oppressor the Founding Fathers warned future generations about. The government doesn’t work for us and it’s time to remind them who’s boss: We the People.

By: Jennie Bye Garza

Kathleen G made the paper showing off her sign art at the May Big Bear protest. Kathleen’s talents also expand to rock art and as you can see below she decorates her yard and garden with positive, colorful and meaningful energy. Soon Kathleen will be creating rock art for the club! Guess you can say she is a real ROCKSTAR!

MBDC joined the High Desert Democrats and the Not Stepping Back coalition today in Hesperia to confront Jay on his betrayal to his people and country. Jay was there for his Bitcoin buddies…but cowardly slithered out the back way out to avoid his constituents.

Jay Obernolte voted yea on the House passage of the bill on May 22, 2025 and yea again when the House agreed to the Senate amendment on July 3, 2025. 

Rep. Obernolte voted to add trillions to the national debt, now he’s bragging about cutting $9 billion – San Bernardino Sun. Editorials.

Congressman Obernotle voted to cut $800B from Medicaid (Medi-Cal in CA) by supporting the One, Big, Beautiful Bill, which would also strip mixed-status parents within his district from their Child Tax Credit ✂️.

He voted for this bill knowing that:
‼️48% of his district relies on Medi-Cal
‼️22% rely on SNAP food benefits, including over 2,000 veterans.

John Lewis’s famous quote is: “Get in good trouble, necessary trouble, and help redeem the soul of America.” He used this phrase to encourage people to actively challenge injustice and fight for positive change through nonviolent action. 

The phrase “good trouble” encapsulates the idea that meaningful change often requires disruption and challenging the status quo. It’s a call to action for individuals to speak out, get involved, and make a difference in their communities and the world. Lewis’s philosophy was rooted in the belief that silence in the face of injustice is not an option. 

This quote is particularly relevant in today’s context, with ongoing movements for social justice and civil rights. It serves as a reminder that individuals have a responsibility to stand up for what is right and work towards a more just and equitable society. 

LAURA B-Congratulations to our Social Media QUEEN!

We hit 50,000 views on Facebook in the last 28 days!

Laura B our Social Media Queen daily is hunting the internet for truthful and important information to post!  She has grown the site to over 700 followers and now to over 50k views in the last 28 days! Be sure to congratulate her at the meeting.

Recently with our small town posts of MBDC in action and fun videos our posts got crossposted by Bernie Sanders, 50501 California, Cheney/Adam K and Big Bear Latinos.  (Trying to get Rachel Maddow).

Please help us keep up the momentum:

• Share and comment on our posts.
• Email us pictures, videos, your writings (poems etc.), your art, to MountainBearDemSecretary@gmail.com
• We often repost Jay Obernolte’s site with his gaslighting posts…be sure to click on it and comment.

Together we are stronger!

Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/mountainbearsdems

Thank you Lauren G and Nancy M for organizing and pulling off an epic MBDC parade event! Also to everyone who showed up at 7am to decorate and the brave bears that walked the parade or cheered us on! Shout out to Paul Chakalian, a business owner and community advocate currently running for Congress and Randall Putz, candidate for our California Assembly District 34. …..it was an honor you joined us. We were a hit!

With a black eye the Statue of Liberty and her BRAVE patriots proudly represented the MBDC in the Crestline Jamboree Parade. They were met with big cheers, excitement and happy smiles of fellowship. Apparently we actually have many community members who support our cause. Together we can make a difference and united we can overcome!

Power to the people!

Henry attended the @sbcdemparty 3rd Annual Breakfast with the Democrats with some of the best people from @hdprogressivedems.  @Chriskluwe was our inspiring guest speaker who reinforced this year’s theme of resilience.

It was a room full of like minded individuals. The theme was unity, with the host (MC) Derek Marshall bringing in overwhelming positive energy.
So many different Democratic clubs of the Inland Empire, plus the Young Democrats and Progressive Democrats, also in attendance were a few other organizations Planned Parenthood, and Pro Immigrant organizations. Guest speaker was former Minnesota Vikings player Chris Kluwe, who went viral after being arrested in protest against Republican Extremism against  book bans and the LGBTQ+. He gave a very inspirational speech and announced his candidacy to the city council. The Democratic agenda will be focusing on taking back our local elections and getting progressive candidates to fill those seats. The breakfast was not only informative but also a fundraiser, it raised 40K and a few of us committed to being a monthly contributor, to help grow this movement and  in the process grow the party with not just membership but active participation. Please join me in becoming a $25 monthly sustaining member.
Be the positive change in this world.

Henry F

If you feel so moved, please call to register your objection to the insertion of the sale of federal land in the “big beautiful bill” .

This directly affects us with the sale of federal mountain land. They will ask for name and address. Use your cabin address so they know you are in his voting district.

https://thehill.com/homenews/nexstar_media_wire/5358034-proposed-sale-of-millions-of-acres-of-public-land-under-gop-budget-bill-prompts-backlash/amp/?fbclid=IwQ0xDSwLBEqRleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHiCRV64DwNy_oDCQKyUvPiV7GwLv6CN7EsjbxIzIqS5dX6aoqmar-Oac5FAi_aem_gFSI9Pdjjiq545o73yVqCw

Print and pass out!

Please note MBDC did NOT organize this event, but simply helped get the word out. Kudos to the folks that were brave enough to take action and make this protest happen. They brought bubbles, music, water and snacks. They truly made it safe, empowering and peaceful. We were honored to be a part of the movement and stand up for democracy and human rights. Thank you again to the organizers and kudos to the fabulous success! We support you, whomever you are!