Historic 'No Kingd' Rally in Mountain View, CA Today

a year ago

Tens of thousands protested President Donald Trump along a 7-mile stretch of El Camino Real from Palo Alto to Sunnyvale.
The 'No Kings' demonstration was part of a national-day-of-action opposing Trump's authoritarianism and corruption, coinciding with his birthday and Flag Day.
Protesters, estimated at 20,000 to 22,000, carried signs with messages like 'Save democracy' and 'No Kings!'.
The event aimed for 7,000 participants but far exceeded expectations, with high turnout in Mountain View.
Organizers noted both regular protesters and newcomers, with many expressing fear but finding hope in collective action.
Participants included a Vietnam veteran and a Japanese American student, highlighting diverse concerns over democracy and civil rights.
The rally remained peaceful, contrasting with military force used in other protests nationwide.
Organizers emphasized the shift from issue-specific protests to a broader defense of democracy against governmental overreach.

Hasty Briefsbeta