Protesters took to bridges over Interstate 75 from Cincinnati to Toledo on Monday to voice their concerns about democracy in America. The event, called the “I-75 Democracy Drive,” included local Democrats in Allen County who walked to the Breese Road overpass to display two large banners, several signs and American flags for drivers to see.
A group of demonstrators gathered outside the Auglaize County Courthouse for a “Good Trouble” protest. Organizers said the event was held in response to immigration policies, concerns about the economy and issues surrounding due process.
July 17 marks five years since the death of Congressman John Lewis, a civil rights leader and longtime advocate for voting rights.
Members of the Allen County Democratic Party gathered Friday evening in front of the Allen County Courthouse as part of the 50-50-1 Movement’s “Defend the Constitution” national protest. According to Allen County Democratic Party Chair Rochelle Twining, the purpose of the protest is to honor veterans and the U.S. Constitution they fought to protect.
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BLUFFTON, Ohio (WLIO) - Democrats in the area gathered to march, rain or shine. People from Putnam, Hancock, Hardin and Allen counties came to…
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Those supporting pro-choice and protesting the U.S. Supreme Court overturning Roe versus Wade were on the northwest quadrant of the square. The weekly Remnant worship was in the northeast quadrant of the square. The pro-choice supporters crossed the street and converged on the worship service. All had their reasons for participating.
The Lima Community Medical Freedom group held a protest/rally outside of P&G Saturday morning. Organizers for the protest state that P&G employees were told via email that they had to register their vaccination status, while another email sent afterward stated that they had to either get the COVID-19 Vaccine or get tested weekly to continue working.
"Mama!"
"I can't breathe!"
The crowd cried out some of George Floyd’s last words as they knelt for 8 minutes and 46 seconds, the amount of time that a police officer knelt on Floyd’s neck and killed him.
