department deeply troubling, and that by every means available the naacp will continue to stand against regressive and intolerant views that senator sessions espouses. it is the time for religious leaders to come together reporter: al marriotta says minority groups are furiously reaching out to each other, building a coalition, preparing for the worst in donald trump. he is one person and he cannot rule by the iron fist. this democracy will be upheld. we believe in our democracy. reporter: so what exactly does he mean by that? well, the grassroots level, what they are trying to do is to create a coalition of minority groups to create a larger opposition party, and in washington using their influence to try to effect policy, advocating for their positions. history has taught them, say these activists, the very worst mistake is to be quiet and invisible. don. kyung thank you very much. i want to bring in nicky