Philadelphia, protest and No Kings
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In a city known as the cradle of American democracy, an impassioned, hourslong protest filled the streets for a 'No Kings Nationwide Day of Defiance.'
Philadelphia was chosen in part because it is where the Second Continental Congress signed the Declaration of Independence.
Organizers designated Philadelphia as the lead city in a movement spanning the nation, with over 2,000 protests planned.
Photographer Hanbit Kwon shares photos and an essay on what the "No Kings" protest means in the city that birthed a nation.
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The event was one of more than 2,000 “No Kings” rallies held across the country on Saturday, protesting what organizers call “authoritarianism, billionaire-first politics, and the militarization of our democracy.
Billed as a "nationwide day of defiance," organizing materials for "No Kings Day" say the protests are an opportunity for Americans to "stand together against cruelty, corruption, and authoritarianism.
The City of Philadelphia has closed several streets and is implementing parking restrictions for the "No Kings" protest rally and march on Saturday.
We don’t do kings here’: Photos from Saturday’s march Millions of people took part nationwide in Saturday’s […]