The Bald Eagle and the Stars and Stripes (Photo – pickpik)
This Saturday, June 14, millions of Americans in over 2,000 cities and towns across the United States are expected to take to the streets in a massive day of peaceful mobilization known as No Kings.
By Rena Kurlander
The coordinated nationwide action aims to defend democratic values, push back against authoritarian policies, and uplift local communities.
Organizers of No Kings say the protests are a direct response to President T.’s increasing deployment of military force in U.S. cities, as well as a controversial federal agenda that could strip health care coverage from 16 million Americans while ramping up ICE raids targeting immigrants and political protestors.
“Two things remain true in this country: we have no kings, and no president can stop people from peacefully speaking out. On Saturday, millions across the nation will come together to make that message clear,” organizers said in a statement.
The effort is being led by a broad coalition of advocacy groups, labor unions, and civic organizations, including Indivisible, the American Federation of Teachers, ACLU, Public Citizen, MoveOn, Stand Up America, the Human Rights Campaign, and more than 100 other partners. A complete list of partner organizations is available at nokings.org/partners.
Local Events
Several No Kings demonstrations are planned in the area, with local leaders urging community members to participate peacefully and visibly. Participants are encouraged to bring American flags as a sign of democratic pride.
South Pasadena
At Mission & Fair Oaks
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Alhambra
Corner of N. Palm Ave. and Alhambra Rd.
11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Sierra Madre
Kersting Court
11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Glendale
Glendale City Hall
12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Pasadena
Intersection of Lake and Colorado
2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Highland Park
At Figueroa and York (6200 York Blvd)
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Organizers emphasize the peaceful nature of the demonstrations, encouraging families, students, and individuals of all ages to attend. Many participants are expected to carry signs, chant, and engage in community-building actions, all while affirming their right to speak out in the face of what they describe as undemocratic overreach.
For all local events, visit www.nokings.org.
If you plan to attend a demonstration, be sure to check local guidelines, stay hydrated, and make your voice heard.
I haven’t been to a protest in over 50 years. I may participate in this one