I love Twitter. Every time I open the app or the site. I see someone crying about Elon Musk and Tesla and they are telling people to stick it to “them” by destroying those weird ass looking cars.
And if you’re reading this and you’re one of those “If I could key a Tesla I would!” weirdos. This message is for you…
You’re not a revolutionary. You’re a vandal with a saviour complex. But guess what? There’s a better way to fight the good fight.
A way that doesn’t involve committing misdemeanors or making Chad from accounting cry over his scratched Model 3.
It’s called sending daily emails…
Why Daily Emails Are the Activism You’ve Been Missing
They’re Legal (duh)
Unlike keying a Tesla, sending emails won’t get you arrested. Unless you’re spamming people with dick pics. Don’t do that.
They’re Fun and Effective
Want to fight fascism? Start a newsletter. Want to combat climate change? Write an email series. Want to stick it to Elon Musk? Build an audience and tell them why he sucks.
They’re Actually Helpful
Keying a Tesla just pisses people off. Sending emails? That can inspire, educate, and mobilise. It’s activism without the collateral damage.
They’re Not Dumb
Let’s face it. Keying a Tesla is the intellectual equivalent of eating glue. Sending emails? That’s strategic. That’s smart. That’s how you actually make a difference.
How to Get Started with Daily Emails (and Stop Being a Dumbass)
Pick a Cause
What do you care about? Climate change? Social justice? Exposing Elon Musk’s questionable life choices? Choose your battle.
Build Your List
Start with your friends, your family, and that one guy from high school who still owes you $20. Grow it from there.
Write Like You Give a Damn
No fluff. No filler. Just raw, unfiltered truth. Tell stories. Make people laugh. Make them think. Make them act.
Hit Send (That’s the hard part)
Every. Single. Day. Consistency is key. You want to change the world? Show up.
What You’re Doing Now:
- Keying Teslas.
- Being a petty vandal.
- Accomplishing exactly nothing.
What You Could Be Doing:
- Building an audience.
- Spreading your message.
- Actually making a difference.
If you’re serious about fighting the good fight, it’s time to put the keys down and pick up your keyboard.
You’re an artist after all.
Stephen Walker
P.S. If you’re still thinking about keying a Tesla, just… don’t. Send an email instead. Your future self will thank you.