My (minor) successes on policy work happened when my whole tribe showed up to testify at hearings, repeated.
To see how this works, attend any public hearing regarding puppies, kittens, kennels, etc. Whereas most hearings have no audience, attendees, the kittens pack the chambers. And the advocates will get their way.
(I've done the street level protests. It feels nice, validating to be around others who agree with you. But mostly it just makes you a target.)
My (minor) successes on policy work happened when my whole tribe showed up to testify at hearings, repeated.
To see how this works, attend any public hearing regarding puppies, kittens, kennels, etc. Whereas most hearings have no audience, attendees, the kittens pack the chambers. And the advocates will get their way.
(I've done the street level protests. It feels nice, validating to be around others who agree with you. But mostly it just makes you a target.)