Charlotte's planned No Kings rally to slam 'billionaire politics,' champions peaceful protest
(QUEEN CITY NEWS) — A planned 'No Kings' mass protest is headed to Uptown this Saturday.
The event is part of a growing nationwide movement pushing back against what organizers call authoritarianism, billionaire-first politics, and the militarization of democracy.
The protest is scheduled to begin at 11 a.m. at First Ward Park, located at 301 E 7th Street, with speeches from community leaders, followed by a 1.4-mile march through Uptown.
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The event is set to end around 2 p.m. Organizers said they expect a large crowd on Saturday and are encouraging attendees to take public transit to avoid parking headaches.
Organizers are stressing that Saturday will be a non-violent event, with marshals in neon vests ready to assist, along with water stations, snacks, and first aid on site.
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We are committed to nonviolent action, and we expect all participants to seek to de-escalate any potential confrontation with those who disagree with us. Signs and chants must not incite violence, and signs may not portray swastikas in any form. While there is always an inherent risk to protesting, we are encouraging a family-friendly event
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Similar events are also scheduled for communities throughout the region, including Davidson, Concord, Rock Hill, Monroe, Mooresville, Salisbury, Newton, Statesville, Shelby, Morganton, and Lenoir. Protesters are reminded to keep signage and chants free from violent or hateful imagery.
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