Unite 4 Democracy
Unite 4 Democracy is dedicated to fostering a safe, welcoming, and respectful environment for everyone who participates in our actions, and events. We believe that non-violence is more than a strategy — it is a guiding principle that nurtures democracy, justice, and dignity for all.
We are a local Indivisible group located in Lake Oswego Oregon.
NO KINGS 3 – March 28th 2026
No Kings 3 Is Coming — Unite 4 Democracy in Lake Oswego Is Showing Up
In 2025, millions of Americans came together in nonviolent protest to affirm a simple truth: this country belongs to its people — not to kings.
What started in March 2025 with 20 protesters In Lake Oswego, has seen the numbers of protesters grow to around 3000 during major protest. U4D movement is growing.
Our weekly peaceful actions continue to expand, uniting a broad community committed to democracy and nonviolence. With No Kings Day on March 28, we are preparing for our largest mobilization yet, with thousands expected to attend.
This is a defining moment — and everyone has a role to play in standing up to authoritarian rule. Democracy is not protected by a few leaders; it survives when ordinary people show up together. Bring your friends. Bring your family. Bring your neighbors. Visibility matters. Peaceful presence matters. Your participation matters.
We will be sharing some additional information from U4D and Indivisible as we get closer to March. Please take a moment to look at U4D core principles at this link
Join us. Invite others. Spread the word.
Nonviolent. Inclusive. People-powered in Lake Oswego Oregon
HUGE THANK YOU to our Community!
We extend our sincere gratitude to everyone who attended and supported our recent two-night fundraising event featuring Selma, an insightful movie set in 1965, which follows Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and countless everyday heroes as they courageously join together to demand equal voting rights for all Americans. Through determination, community, and unwavering hope, the march from Selma to Montgomery sparked real change and helped lead to the historic Voting Rights Act.
We sold out our showing, with over 80 total attendees participating in meaningful discussions following the film and supporting our basket raffles.
We wish to express our deep appreciation to the Lake Theater & Cafe in Lake Oswego for their generous donation of their facility. Their partnership was instrumental in making this event possible.
Thank you for contributing to an inspiring evening of learning, community, and shared purpose.
The Unite 4 Democracy Team
Message from Unite 4 Democracy Team to all of you
Wishing everyone a Happy New Year!
Happy New Year! As we begin 2026, we want to express our sincere gratitude for being part of the Unite 4 Democracy (U4D) community. We are thankful for your care, commitment, and willingness to engage in this work together.
U4D Event’s
Upcoming Events
Visibility Events Ideas
We are developing a reference page with ideas but in the short term
- Costumes and bright colored outfits/hats.
- Chants – bring your voice & ideas like;
- “No Crowns No Thrones” “These oligarchs have got to go”
- “What does Democracy look like” “This is what Democracy looks like”
- “The People United will never be Defeated!”
- Bring your family & friends, the more the merrier couldn’t be more true
- Bring your signs! Keep in mind kids will be present
OPERATION INFLATION
Comical Inflatables Help Reinforce the Peaceful Nature of Protests At local protests, OperationInflation.com distributes free costumes to demonstrators. Next Saturday, January 10, they will be sharing free inflatables to participants in the weekly Unite 4 Democracy-Lake Oswego/State Street visibility events. Participants can return or keep the costumes to wear at future protests.
Why wear a funny frog or other comical costume during a serious event? Because President Trump and his supporters have falsely claimed that the Portland area’s peaceful demonstrations are violent. Based on his falsehoods, Fox News even showed video of burning and violence in downtown Portland from many years ago–claiming it was part of the peaceful protests against the current Trump administration.
Jordy Lybeck, who formed Operation Inflation with his wife Lacy, says, “We are doing this so we can disrupt the fiction making that the Fascist regime requires in order to do the things they want to do….[For example] making people believe Portland is a war zone.
“We give out inflatables so that we can change the backdrop of the scene, so instead of us becoming pawns in their fiction, we can set the stage…and take control of the narrative. Wherever we think it is effective to deploy that kind of strategy, we’re going to want to be there.”.
In addition to demonstrating the peaceful nature of the current protests, Jordy says that wearing inflatables gives people hope, inspires creativity. and ridicules a weak regime.
“We appreciate Operation Inflation’s willingness to support Unite 4 Democracy’s efforts to flip Trump’s false narrative,” says Linda Zimmerman, one of the organizers of Unite4Democrary.org. “We want to raise awareness about the importance of peacefully protesting the current regime’s violent, war-centric, anti-Constitutional rhetoric. We invite anyone who wants to help reinstate democracy to join us each Saturday from 10-11 a.m.”
Each costume represents a $35 donation by another member of the peaceful movement community.
U4D – Visibility Action
🗓 Saturday’s, ⏰ 10:00 AM – 11 AM
📍 Kayak Launch on State Street, Lake Oswego, OR
Location: On State Street near Foothills Rd, Lake Oswego OR
Happening soon . . .
UNITE! – Special early development preview and update – Full Details coming soon
This political theater production is more than a creative project—it’s an invitation to step into a movement to protect and strengthen our democracy.
Coming soon, we’ll be hosting a special reading featuring several of the stories from the production and inviting members of our community to experience them.
Excitement is building, as we are bringing this special project UNITE! to life!
The Sound of Democracy – HELD
A Singing Protest at ICE on January 4th 2026 at 1:00 pm
SUCCESSFUL – several members of Outer East Portland Indivisible a local group that has invited those that would like to join in Song for Democracy gathering on this past January 4th Sunday at 1:00 PM, outside the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement facility in Portland
Interested in Volunteering?
Contact us – on Resource Page
Opportunities
- Volunteer Coordinator
- Mailing List – Data Entry
- Website Maintenance
- UNITE! – a play like no other
- Bookkeeping Support
- Legal Advice – Pro Bono
- Peace & Safety Team – On going recruitment
- Outreach Team – for events
- Social Media Team
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