grassroots movement
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Mohammed’s uncle credited the dogged commitment of a grassroots movement that mobilized more than 100 organizations, Florida community members and members of Congress to fight for his nephew’s freedom.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 3, 2025
In an almost grassroots movement, many users are posting information about where people can get food from local community organizations and food banks.
From Salon • Nov. 1, 2025
"It felt like a proper grassroots movement, which only made it more exciting."
From BBC • Oct. 17, 2025
The grassroots movement known as Smartphone Free Childhood took off in February 2024.
From BBC • Jul. 1, 2025
LiNK moved to Torrance from Washington, D.C., to find cheaper rent and to focus on building a grassroots movement.
From "Escape from Camp 14: One Man's Remarkable Odyssey from North Korea to Freedom in the West" by Blaine Harden
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