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Watchmen Action Co-Founders RC Williams and Julianna Ormond Push for Amazon Bestseller Status with New Book “Empowered 2 ACT”

“Maintaining the pillars of patriotism is critical in a time when our freedoms are hanging on the razor’s edge of being completely lost,” said Williams. “We wrote Empowered 2 ACT to give conservative patriots and believers the tools they need to take meaningful action. This isn’t just a book about the issues—we wanted to provide specific steps people can take to make a real difference in their communities.”

RC Williams and Julianna Ormond, co-founders of Watchmen Action, are launching a major push to get their new book, Empowered 2 ACT: Maintaining the Pillars of Patriotism, onto the Amazon bestseller list. This timely book serves as a practical guide for grassroots activists who are committed to defending liberty and traditional American values.

The book, available on Amazon in both Kindle and paperback formats, is designed to be a quick, impactful read. “We made this book short on purpose,” said Williams. “It’s less than 50 pages, so people can read it in one sitting and immediately start planning their next steps.”

How Empowered 2 ACT Calls Readers to Action:

  • Step-by-Step Guidance for Activists: The book outlines clear, practical steps for organizing community events, engaging local leaders, and making conservative voices heard. “We needed something more than just talking points,” said Williams. “We needed action steps people can follow today.”
  • Effective Communication: Readers will learn how to communicate conservative values in a way that resonates with a wider audience, moving beyond intellectual arguments to emotional and effective messaging.
  • Community Building: The book encourages readers to take immediate action within their own neighborhoods, starting with a 10-block radius, and to build local networks of like-minded patriots. “Think about the 10-block radius where you live—what can you do to secure Christian, patriotic principles within that community?” Williams added.
  • Empowering the Next Generation: One key focus is on engaging young conservatives, listening to their ideas, and helping them develop strategies for fighting modern cultural battles. “We need to connect with young people and incorporate their innovative ideas for modern activism,” said Williams.

Williams and Ormond stress that Empowered 2 ACT is designed for real-world application. Readers are encouraged to take the book’s principles and put them into immediate action—whether organizing a local meeting, starting a community initiative, or contacting local officials. The book is also being used as a campaign tool by those running for office, with some already using it to develop plans and strategies.

“This book is about empowering people to act, even in small ways. When people feel empowered, they inspire others to do the same,” Williams said. “We’re pushing to get Empowered 2 ACT into the hands of as many people as possible, particularly pastors, activists, and conservative communities.”

In addition to writing the book, Williams and Ormond are the hosts of The Culture Crossroads on BEK TV, where they explore the intersection of faith, culture, and current events. They are further developing a training curriculum through Watchmen Action that expands on the principles in Empowered 2 ACT, offering deeper education and actionable steps for those looking to make an impact in their local communities.

Empowered 2 ACT is available now on Amazon for $14.99 in paperback and $9.99 for the Kindle edition. Williams emphasized the importance of sharing the book with others to help reach Amazon bestseller status. “The more people who get the book and share it, the faster we can reach the bestseller list and open doors to even greater outreach,” Williams said.

For more information, visit WatchmenAction.org or follow Watchmen Action on social media:
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About Watchmen Action

RC Williams and Julianna Ormond are the co-founders of Watchmen Action, an organization dedicated to empowering conservative activists with the tools they need to create meaningful change. Their book, Empowered 2 ACT: Maintaining the Pillars of Patriotism, provides a blueprint for those committed to preserving traditional American values. They are also the hosts of The Culture Crossroads on BEK TV and the publishers of two newsletters, Ripped From The Headlines and We Are The Watchmen Weekly.

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