Lone Woman Stages “No Kings” Protest in Rural West Virginia
On Wednesday, Kendra Sullivan, a West Virginian, was surprised to find that her solo “No Kings” protest had gone viral. At a follow-up YouTube meeting organized by the coalition behind the national demonstrations, Appalachian activist Ash-Lee Woodard Henderson highlighted Sullivan’s demonstration in Beckley, which involved holding signs and facing confrontations from locals. Sullivan, who felt lonely on Saturday, decided to protest in her hometown after she realized there were no other nearby events. Despite facing negative reactions, including police involvement, Sullivan stood her ground, expressing the importance of showing her face and representing her views in her community.
John Q. Hosedrinker