Get ready for a massive wave of protests across America, as the 'No Kings' movement gears up for its biggest demonstration yet!
A Movement Born from Grief and Determination
Indivisible, a powerful force for change, traces its origins back to the living room floor of Cyndi Greening, a former professor from Wisconsin. Her grief over Trump's election victory sparked a movement that has since grown exponentially. From a humble beginning of 28 people in January, the Chippewa Valley Indivisible group has now swelled to nearly 1,900 members, ready to take to the streets.
The Rapid Rise of Indivisible
Indivisible's co-founder and co-Executive Director, Ezra Levin, attributes this explosive growth to the organization's resilience and unwavering commitment to its cause. Formed after Trump's first election, Indivisible has proven its staying power, with a constant upward trajectory since November. Every day, new Indivisible groups emerge, spanning red, blue, and purple areas, with multiple groups in each congressional district and even across 27 countries, including the latest addition in Milan, Italy.
Marching for Change
Indivisible's impact is evident in its nationwide marches. The 'Hands Off' march in April drew an impressive 3 million people, with 750 events across the country. The first 'No Kings' day this year, in June, saw an even larger turnout, with around 5 million participants and 2,200 events. Levin expects an even bigger surge on Saturday, with over 2,000 rallies planned. He boldly declares, "We are looking at the largest protest in modern American history on Oct. 18."
A Nation in Conflict
These demonstrations come at a time when the nation is deeply divided. Congress is at a standstill due to a government shutdown, and Trump has ordered National Guard deployments to several states against local officials' wishes. Immigration agents are aggressively carrying out arrests, leading to clashes and violent confrontations. Amidst this backdrop, Republicans have been painting the marches as dangerous left-wing hate groups, while Democrats express dissatisfaction with their party leadership.
A Call for Unity and Action
Levin emphasizes the importance of unity and backing up the Democratic Party's latest stance, which demands Republicans restore cuts to healthcare before approving a funding bill. He believes it's time to put aside strategic disagreements and support the party's unified front against the regime. Levin's message to the Democrats is clear: "The cavalry is coming on Oct. 18, and they'll either celebrate you or call for new leadership."
A Message of Resilience and Defiance
Indivisible aims to demonstrate its resilience and defiance against the administration's threats to free speech. Levin asserts, "We're not scared of a regime cracking down on our First Amendment right to protest." The group also wants to send a strong message to Democratic elected officials, encouraging them to stand up straight and fight for their beliefs, or else face the consequences of being replaced by more assertive leaders.
A Battle of Narratives
Republicans, including House Speaker Mike Johnson, have accused Democrats of prolonging the government shutdown to appease their base at the 'No Kings' demonstration. Johnson referred to the marchers as the "pro-Hamas wing" and "antifa people." Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent blamed the shutdown on the rally, equating 'No Kings' with 'no paychecks' and 'no government.'
In response, Senator Chris Murphy, D-Conn., criticized Republican messaging, stating, "It's stunning how much these guys hate free speech." He believes the best response is a massive turnout on October 18th, sending a clear message that their tactics are ineffective.
Get ready to witness history in the making as the 'No Kings' movement takes center stage on October 18th! Will you be a part of this powerful demonstration?
