On Saturday, June 14th, former President Donald Trump will spend at least $100 million of our taxpayer dollars on a military parade—a spectacle meant to glorify power and project strength, even as vital social services like Social Security, SNAP, and Medicaid face relentless cuts.
On the same day, you and I must raise our voices in response. On June 14, there will be a nationwide mobilization, a grassroots day of protest to reject this corruption, abuse of power, and the creeping normalization of authoritarianism and militarism.
Trump’s obscene event is not just a wasteful party at your and my expense. It is a deliberate embrace of militarism and strongman authoritarianism, both of which threaten peace around the world and erode the foundations of democracy and civil rights here at home. History teaches us that military parades are not harmless displays; they are the pageantry of authoritarianism, designed to intimidate dissent and normalize the idea that might makes right.
There will be hundreds of No Kings protests nationwide on June 14, including over 130 in Massachusetts. Find an event near you and bring your peace, Palestine, and Pride signs!
In Boston, No Kings Day coincides with Pride Day on June 14. We will amplify Pride by marching with our peace, Palestine, and Pride flags.We will not stand idly by while our queer and transgender brothers, sisters and nonbinary siblings are erased by this administration.
Logistics: MAPA supporters will assemble outside the CAVA restaurant on Boylston St, between Dartmouth and Exeter St, at 10:00am. Bring Palestine and peace flags, wear keffiyehs. We will leaflet the crowd, then join the parade which is supposed to start at 11:00. The parade will last from approximately 11am-1pm. The festival in the Common will run from 12pm-3pm. Check out the official Boston Pride website for more specific information and timing of events. If you would like to volunteer directly with Boston Pride for the People, please click here.
We’re fighting for democracy. Let’s make them listen.
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