A sequel to the June 14 “No Kings” non-violent protest is coming to Centralia’s George Washington Park on Saturday, Oct. 18, from noon to 3 p.m. for a peaceful demonstration.
Rural Lewis County Indivisibles and ROOTED in Lewis County will show support for freedom, democracy, community and the working class, according to a news release from Rural Lewis County Indivisibles.
Protestors will also demonstrate their opposition to “dictatorship, bullies that encourage neighbors to hate neighbors, pay-to-play government, and billionaires robbing working-class people,” the release states.
Community members of all ages are encouraged to participate in peaceful sign waving, singing, chanting and marching while enjoying “power-to-the-people-themed” music by an onside DJ.
A rally sign competition will be held for best overall, most creative and best message. Local community members will speak.
The crowd will try to keep a “solidarity rally ball” aloft as a symbol of its collective effort in the movement, the news release states. Attendees will show their skills with sidewalk chalk, and an acapella singing group will perform. A “No Kings” backdrop will be available for personal photos, and food trucks will be on site. Organizers will aim to take a group photo around 2:30 p.m.
