It would be just so much more effective if they held somewhat neutral-toned protests/rallies with a message something like: "Ok, you're Pres, we don't like it but we'll give you a chance to fulfill your promises but if you don't show some effective progress by mid-term you are gonna lose a lot of Governors and seats. We are keeping our eyes on you. We will protest WHEN we need to."
Seriously, is the time to protest now? What is it going to do? The best time to protest is leading up to caucus/convention and elections. I know you organizers are well funded but seriously, save your money for when it might have the best effect.