No Kings Protest Draws 8 Million in Largest US Nonviolent Demonstration
The “No Kings” demonstrations saw an unprecedented turnout, with organizers estimating at least 8 million Americans participating in over 3,300 events across all 50 states. This third mobilization surpassed previous events in both attendance and number of locations, with a significant presence in traditionally “red” and battleground states, from major cities to rural towns. Protesters aimed to convey a message against perceived “power grabs,” an undeclared war, and efforts to suppress freedoms, underscoring that “in America, we don’t do kings.” Numerous prominent organizations, including the ACLU and MoveOn, partnered in organizing these widespread, nonviolent protests.
John Q. Hosedrinker