The answer to this question will decide whether I will continue with my current org. We have a couple hundred volunteers reporting to a lead that is paid an undisclosed amount from an undisclosed source

  • stigsbandit34z [they/them]
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    10 months ago

    Thanks, I think this really helps me out. Dealing with a sorta dark money deal that smells like the DNC and while I think they’re trying to do something good, this leader shuts down any ideas that conflict with the org’s agenda. Anyone pointing out root causes is not taken seriously, I might add. Most of this is local organizing (which is why I felt like I might be able to make a difference), but it’s starting to feel like we can’t question anything :/

    I am starting to feel like a Christian spreading my religion, the only difference is that I can very well provide evidence for my claims

    • Maoo [none/use name]
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      10 months ago

      Sounds like a sketchy situation. In orgs where there's only like one paid staffer imo it should not be leadership getting paid, instead it should be staff doing the tiring work that nobody wants to do. This avoids the obvious conflict of interest in someone using their position of power in the org to get themselves paid.

      If you're not already, I'd recommend out-organizing this "leader", which is to say, build your own side group to oppose this. Start with one-on-one conversations with the people who seem on board with you already.

      • stigsbandit34z [they/them]
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        10 months ago

        Really appreciate the help. Oh I can tell you I already have some people on my side, so maybe something can be done :) Things get muddied though because it claims to be “neither democrat nor republican” so the opinions vary quite a bit

        • Maoo [none/use name]
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          10 months ago

          Ah that can be just no fun at all. Glad you've got some allies!