Yesterday, for the second consecutive day, folks turned out in downtown Louisville to stand in solidarity with Los Angeles and in opposition to the bully-in-chief and all that he and his minions are up to.
Gathering hundreds deep around Metro Hall, the crowd heard from speakers before taking to the streets in protest.
Between the sticky June heat, the cops lurking on the rooftops, and the drones and police helicopter circling us incessantly, it brought back memories of 2020. Unlike in LA, LMPD actually managed to refrain from attacking us, and in a surprise to local media, the protests remained entirely peaceful.
Did have to pause the march outside the local ICE office and let them know how the city felt about them. Many a one fingered salute and 'Fuck ICE' chant was hurled their way, but nothing else. Was still enough to get a couple feds to come out and try to take photos and video of us.
The day's action was organized by the Party for Socialism and Liberation, but a broad range of groups participated. Even had two city councilmembers show up in support.
After marching through downtown, it was back to Injustice Square Park for a final bit of rally and chanting before dispersing for the evening.
As the tools of colonial oppression come boomeranging back and the military is being employed in unprecedented fashion to suppress dissent, it seems likely this is far from the last time we'll be taking to the streets and to the square.
Tonight, LA seems relatively quiet, but the demonstrations have gone nationwide. Could be that was the inciter-in-chief's intent, but if you play with fire, you're liable to get burned. A previously scheduled national day of action is coming up on Saturday, coupled with recent events it seems likely to be a lively day.
Come what may, there's one thing that's certain.
