Well over a thousand people of all ages gathered peacefully between noon and 1 p.m. on Lincoln Square in Gettysburg yesterday as part of the nationwide “No Kings” demonstrations opposing President Donald Trump’s increasingly authoritarian policies.
The Gettysburg rally was one of more than 2,600 held across the country and drew a diverse crowd — families, veterans, students, and retirees — united in their belief that “America has no kings.” The demonstration filled the square and surrounding sidewalks with chants, music, and hand-drawn signs affirming democratic values and individual rights, all conducted in a calm and respectful atmosphere.
In Gettysburg, Beth Farnham, Democratic candidate for Pennsylvania’s 13th Congressional District, addressed the crowd, urging unity and civic participation. Farnham emphasized the importance of protecting democracy, defending free speech, and rejecting any attempt to concentrate power in the hands of one leader.
Across the country, millions joined the coordinated “No Kings” protests, making them among the largest single-day demonstrations in U.S. history. Massive turnouts were reported in Washington, D.C., Chicago, New York, and Los Angeles. Despite predictions from Trump allies that the protests would turn violent, events remained peaceful and celebratory, with participants emphasizing community, constitutional rights, and equality. Signs reading “We the People” and “No Kings in America” became the unifying message from coast to coast.
The movement also resonated abroad, with solidarity rallies held outside U.S. embassies in Paris, Berlin, and Mexico City.
I disagree that we have a kingship in USA; we have a Republic Democracy that gave all protestors the right to stand on those corners. But then it may not be so bad according to Plato who believed in a kingship before an oligarchy. Maybe we now should have a rally to get rid of the oligarchs who are in Congress from both sides of the aisle who have been in office for decades. All are multimillionaires after being in office. Do you ever question how they made that money? Keep in mind that Congress makes laws. But I would… Read more »
We were up in Boston on No Kings Day visiting my son who’s doing a Fellowship there. All three of us opted to go to Boston’s protest – it was the first protest (of any kind) for each of us and such a worthy cause. It felt really good being among so many people (not sure what the count was in Boston), but it was very, very crowded with all ages of adults, both genders, and a variety of faces. Glad to read about the event here in Gettysburg too now that we’re back home. The big ones make the… Read more »
The White House is a No historical building. It seems that Trump named his own people to the Planning Commission so it was speedily ignored. Read the article and speculate about the “private” funding..
https://www.nationalreview.com/the-morning-jolt/trump-leaves-his-mark-on-the-white-house-literally/
So the title of the article says “Thousands peacefully protest in Gettysburg.” The word thousand has an S on the end which means plural. The the body of the article starts with “Well over a thousand.” So is this part like most of the article to mislead people which could be looked at as an out right lie or just a major error by the author? Would the author care to respond??
OK, Greg, that’s fair. Thanks for noticing. It’s hard to know how many were there. The square was packed. I counted about 300 on one of the 4 corners. There’s a language problem where “hundreds” seems to under describe but thousands is perhaps wrong. Hundreds is probably more accurate and I’ve made the change.
“Hundreds” definitely under describes how many filled the Square! “Well over a thousand” is accurate and fair.
I’m glad I was there to participate in such a joyful uplifting Community experience that also managed to convey how unhappy, disheartened, and angry many people are with this Administration’s Authoritarian tactics.
Thanks for the reply Mr. Stangor. I thought I would get a push back. I just elevated my respect for you. I know on both sides of an issue we all tend to want to exaggerate our facts to make our position appear more positive. Thanks for your honest reply.
There was also a huge uncounted participation of drivers in cars, showing signs & honking approval…with that group counted, perhaps two thousand? It’s a great feeling to have been there! Many citizens with mobility issues, or those just passing through, chose to join the crowd without leaving cars. So, count them.
Proud to have these neighbors!
So proud of my neighbors!