Guest Post by Daniel Goodwyn
They attempted to break his spirit, and for a moment, it seemed they might succeed. But today, Ryan Wilson stands at home, alive, filled with gratitude, and resolutely fighting for his family’s future.
A wheat farmer hailing from Athena, Oregon, Ryan Wilson is not merely another statistic among the January 6 patriots who have endured significant government persecution. He is a devoted husband, a father, and a testament to resilience, having triumphed over a debilitating spinal cord stroke that once left him paralyzed from the neck down.
Long before the events of January 6, Ryan defied all odds to reclaim his ability to walk. Yet, nothing could have prepared him or his family for the nightmare that ensued after he chose to peacefully attend the rally in Washington, D.C., with his father, Duke Wilson.
“I don’t know why I didn’t start crying,” Ryan reminisced about the moment he was reunited with his wife after his release from jail. “Several times, I honestly believed I would die in there and never see my family again.”
During his confinement in Southeast Three, a unit of the DC Jail, Ryan credits fellow January 6 participants Rockne Earls and Mike Bradley with providing essential strength and support throughout his ordeal. Confronted with the harsh conditions of the DC Jail, Ryan found himself in the medical unit as paralysis began to creep back into his body. Although treatment allowed him to improve, he was still far from his former self. From the medical unit, Ryan had the opportunity to witness the nightly vigil held by Micki Witthoeft and others at Freedom Corner, which lasted for 906 nights outside the DC Gulag. Their unwavering presence instilled hope in him, and he found himself overcome with emotion whenever waves were directed his way. He was seen. He was not forgotten.
In the aftermath of his arrest, Ryan experienced a familiar pattern that many January 6 participants have faced: a system seemingly rigged to obliterate. Incarceration, legal turmoil, isolation from loved ones, and financial ruin. By what some might call a miracle, Ryan’s charges were dropped on the 21st, just one day before he was set to be sentenced. He was released the following day, on the 22nd. However, while the court may have released him, the repercussions remained.
Now, Ryan and his family, still grappling with the aftermath of his spinal injuries and extended incarceration, are reaching out for assistance—not just to survive, but to rebuild their lives.
They have initiated a GiveSendGo fundraiser, and they require your support now more than ever:
You can donate to his GiveSendGo HERE
This goes beyond mere politics. It’s about standing alongside a man who stood up for his beliefs. It’s about honoring an individual who never wavered in his commitments to God, country, and family—even when it meant risking everything.
Ryan’s family is not isolated in this struggle. Numerous January 6 participants continue to suffer in silence, facing limited access to employment, housing, or basic healthcare—all for the “crime” of believing in their country. That’s why StopHate.com, spearheaded by David Sumrall, has assembled a compelling list of fundraisers for those still engaged in this fight. Visit StopHate.com/SHDOD to discover more ways to support the patriots that the regime sought to erase.
But today, Ryan is the one seeking a lifeline. A man who once cultivated crops to nourish America now finds himself in need of America’s assistance to nourish his own family.
“Many others require much more support than I do,” Ryan humbly expressed. “Yet, I’m learning how to share my truth and story.”
Ryan has remained active, engaged, and eager to assist others. He’s not wallowing in despair. He’s not waiting passively. He’s working—through the pain, through the grief—to uplift others. That’s precisely why we should support him now.
For the safety of his family, Ryan requests privacy as they continue to endure harassment and threats.
If you’ve ever questioned how you could make a difference in this struggle, now is your opportunity. Don’t wait until another patriot loses everything before we take action.
Please contribute today to Ryan Wilson’s GiveSendGo HERE
And remember—many others are still in need. Support the broader movement at StopHate.com/SHDOD
Together, we can ensure that no man is forgotten. Not in this battle. Not on our watch.
Daniel Goodwyn is a Christian, January 6 participant, and activist. He understands firsthand the importance of uplifting those whom the regime attempted to silence. With a background in pro-life, free speech, and election integrity activism, he was a political hostage on January 6, 2021, released in August 2023 and subsequently pardoned in January 2025. Daniel has discussed the issue of political hostages in the United States on Tucker Carlson’s show and has contributed to five documentary films on this subject. He has also assisted various legal teams in reviewing footage and is part of David Sumrall’s StopHate.com team. Daniel is the son of Marie Goodwyn from J6PatriotNews.com, who became a full-time activist due to Daniel’s prosecution. Visit DanielGoodwyn.com for more information.
