Last Saturday many cities in the US saw thousands of people turning up for the nationwide Hands-Off protests, making some good trouble. Our local protest counted more than 5000 people and two of those were the Geek and I.
Usually I try to avoid crowds because I tend to panic in tight spaces and literally can't breathe. However, I felt that this protest, this raising of our voice was too important. The Geek and I made a plan what to do and where to go so that I would still feel okay.
I felt okay throughout the entire gathering and the following march. I was just staying or walking by the side and didn't "jump" into the middle of all of it. People were peaceful, behaved respectfully and made the entire event a very positive and safe one.
We didn't bring posters, but the Geek ironed an image on the back of our shirts. We got a lot of compliments for it.
I took a lot of pictures of the different posters and signs - I love the creativity of many of them. However, I cut out people as much as possible. And I shut up now as well, so you can see all these images without me commenting.
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...FABULOUS, resist!!!
Thank you so much for sharing. I laughed when I saw the sign on the dog 🐕 to bite.
I take it you are Biden people. Protest, hate, abusing our country. Frankly I am happy that those nuts in D. C. are finally being held accountable for all the bad they have done.
Thank you for attending. I am glad that protests are being made. So very glad.
I don't post or comment on certain topics, but this was certainly an impressive and large turnout and everyone is entitled to his/her opiion and the right to voice it or this would not be the USA.
These signs are great docu photography
I also posted photos of the signs at the two protests I attended. Many signs were similar throughout the country, but you had some good and original ones. Both the ones here were quite a lot smaller than yours, so the dogs all looked quite unbothered. Ditto the little kids. I hope the message is heard somewhere that it will count, not just in other countries.
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You had some great signs at your rally. I went to the one near me and took sign photos too. I was saving my photos for Friday Face Off since there were some great face signs. I felt the same way that it was important to go and make my voice heard. Happy T day. hugs-Erika
I couldn't attend because it was too cold in Wichita. I was afraid of catching pneumonia. However, one of the TV stations showed the parade, speeches, and many of the signs. So glad you attended. And what a great way to share a drink for T, also, dear Carola.
Those were some interesting signs. These are such troubled times - good for you for standing up.
Bravo to you and the Geek for attending these rallies, Carola. They are sorely needed and I hope that people don’t relent, and continue their protests day after day, week after week. Fascism must be resisted by every means possible. You know that better than most. Better be careful that the government doesn’t revoke your citizenship now! I say that, jokingly, but it can happen. Stay well and keep up the good fight. Huge hugs - David
Thank you for doing this. More worrisome every day.
Good for you! Protesting is an invaluable way to speak truth to power and also an inspiration to people to keep hoping for a better future ❤️. Happy T Day! Hugs, Jo x
Well done! I love the resist penguin. Thank you for sharing the signs. They were all so clever. I think my favorite was So Bad, Even The Introverts Are Here. Happy T Day
I am so glad you attended! The resisting penguin shirt is fabulous. I enjoyed the variety of signs.
You h ad some really great signs -- and I love the shirts! I felt a lot of energy and solidarity there (we had a huge one too) and that was so encouraging and motivating to keep on. Your pics are great. (FYI, if people are in a public place at a public event, journalists consider that as permission granted for photos. That would include a festival or demonstration.) Part of the first amendment. Here's a link for more for future ref. But in this case, the signs are the story! https://johndrogerslaw.com/the-first-amendment-and-photography-in-public-spaces-navigating-rights-and-responsibilities/
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