US EditionHere’s Why Protesters Say They Attended ‘No Kings’ Events Across the Country | News Channel 3-12
- On Saturday, June 14, more than 2,000 'No Kings: Protect Our Democracy' rallies occurred nationwide, including a gathering in Atascadero, California.
- The demonstrations emerged in response to concerns about oppressive governance, policies favoring the ultra-wealthy, and increasing military influence over democratic institutions, occurring alongside a military parade held in Washington, DC.
- The demonstrations were largely peaceful, drawing an estimated 12.1 million participants across many cities who emphasized protecting democracy and opposing expanding executive powers.
- Stephen Nunez expressed concern that the current events mark the start of a gradual move toward autocratic rule, while Randi Weingarten highlighted that their efforts on this day are aimed at defending democracy.
- The widespread participation signals a significant political moment where protest complements organizing efforts meant to disrupt and educate within a large epochal rupture.
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What Protesting Is Really About
Thomas Hengge/Anadolu via Getty ImagesOver the weekend, tons of people went to one of the No Kings rallies taking place across the country. And that means one thing: another round of tedious protest discourse.You get this kind of thing every time there’s a big set of demonstrations, or even a small set. The protests are meaningless! They’re going to change everything! They’re too liberal and safe! They’re too anarchic and scary! It’s what Trump …
Across Boston area, protesters say: No kings
A roving UHub photographer captured a couple of signs at a No Kings rally today in Milton, where, she reports, some 1,000 people attended - with lots of support honking from passing drivers. It was, she reports: Multigenerational, patriotic, peaceful and fun. My favorite chant all day was from a ten year old kid who kept shouting "Elon ate my cat!" And he seemed to derive great satisfaction from those nearby chanting back "Elon ate my cat!" Phi…
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