Hours before widespread “No Kings” protests, President Trump denied any monarchical aspirations, dismissing claims the government shutdown was timed to coincide with the rallies. This stance contrasts with previous instances where he embraced royal imagery, including a mocked-up Time magazine cover and social media posts. The “No Kings” movement, which builds upon a June demonstration, aims to counter Trump’s perceived authoritarian tendencies. Trump’s recent comments followed his earlier statements and actions, including his comments on becoming Pope, which indicate his shifting position on his regal persona.
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House Speaker Mike Johnson is attempting to demonize the upcoming “No Kings” protests, which are planned to take place across the country. Johnson and other GOP leaders have made inflammatory claims that the protests are filled with people who hate America, using language to paint protesters as violent and dangerous. Ezra Levin of Indivisible believes that the speaker is afraid of “mass, organized, peaceful people-power”. Experts have noted that these attacks are a classic authoritarian tactic, designed to demonize opposition and justify a crackdown.
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Republican leaders have voiced strong criticisms of the upcoming “No Kings” protests, labeling them as anti-American and potentially dangerous. These remarks, according to the author, are part of a deliberate messaging strategy designed to portray the protests negatively and potentially justify further restrictions on civil liberties. The author argues that the protesters, advocating for democracy and against authoritarianism, are exercising their constitutional rights, while highlighting the concerning silence of other prominent figures in defending democratic principles. The article concludes with a call for more voices to support the movement and emphasizes that protesting is an inherent American tradition.
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The upcoming “No Kings” protests, scheduled for Saturday, October 18th, are projected to surpass the scale of previous demonstrations against Donald Trump. These events, focused on opposing overreach and protecting democracy, are being meticulously planned and organized. Indivisible co-founder Ezra Levin provided insights into the preparations. The expectation is that these events will draw significant participation.
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This Saturday, millions are expected to participate in No Kings protests across the United States and internationally, fueled by opposition to President Trump’s policies and actions. The protests, organized across various cities, aim to engage a broad coalition against perceived authoritarianism, with a focus on grassroots mobilization and building a “big tent of opposition.” The events will focus on nonviolent action and safety, with organizers providing training and support to ensure a safe environment. The protests are viewed as crucial due to the worsening conditions under Trump’s regime, including perceived attacks on democracy and human rights.
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Millions participated in nationwide “No Kings” protests against President Trump’s authoritarian governance, dwarfing the attendance at Trump’s concurrently held military parade. While the administration claimed hundreds of thousands attended the parade, independent assessments and visual evidence suggest significantly lower numbers. Conversely, “No Kings” organizers and independent analysts estimate that between four and six million people participated in the demonstrations. The stark contrast in attendance highlights the deep division within the American public.
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Hillary Clinton contrasted the sparse attendance at President Trump’s expensive military parade with the massive turnout at nationwide “No Kings” protests. Millions participated in the “No Kings” demonstrations, which rejected authoritarianism, in stark contrast to the poorly attended, $45 million parade. Clinton highlighted the significance of the protests and the fundamental constitutional right to peaceful assembly. The juxtaposition underscored differing public sentiments regarding the Trump administration’s actions, particularly its response to recent anti-ICE protests.
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Independent data analysis suggests that the nationwide “No Kings” protests, held in over 2,000 cities, drew an estimated 4-6 million participants, representing 1-2% of the U.S. population. This level of mobilization surpasses that seen during Trump’s first term, with protest activity tripling since his January inauguration. The demonstrations followed recent immigration raids in California and coincided with a pro-military parade attended by the President. The White House minimized the scale of the protests.
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Widespread “No Kings” protests erupted across major US cities, coordinated to oppose President Trump’s military parade in Washington D.C. These demonstrations, numbering nearly 100,000 in Philadelphia alone, followed politically motivated shootings of Democratic politicians in Minnesota. While largely peaceful, the Los Angeles protest saw clashes with law enforcement, resulting in the use of tear gas after protesters threw projectiles. Motivations ranged from opposition to Trump’s immigration policies and deployment of the National Guard to concerns about presidential overreach and attacks on democratic norms.
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The Bulwark’s JVL, Sarah Longwell, Will Sommer, and Andrew Egger discussed the stark contrast between Donald Trump’s poorly attended military/birthday parade and the massive, nationwide “No Kings” protests. These protests drew unprecedented crowds, highlighting a significant division in public opinion. The discussion was part of a Bulwark+ Takes video, available to subscribers. Audio-only options were also provided.
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