Madison, WI — More than 10,000 people hit the streets of Madison for the third No Kings, a worldwide day of protest and action involving more than 3,300 events across the United States and on every continent.

No Kings is a peaceful, mass mobilization in response and in opposition to the increasing authoritarianism and corruption of the Trump regime. In just over 4 months since the last No Kings day on October 18th, the Trump regime has: 

  • Occupied American cities with armed federal agents who engaged in a campaign of harassment and terror.
  • Murdered Renee Good and Alex Pretti, on-camera and in broad daylight, for the offense of trying to protect their neighbors and their community.
  • Launched two illegal foreign wars, one of which continues to needlessly take the lives of American soldiers and innocent civilians.
  • Fought to prevent food stamp recipients from putting food on the table during a government shutdown.
  • Continued to enrich itself with billions in payments from foreign interests and bribes extorted from American companies.

“The threats against dignity, compassion and empathy expressed through this administration’s actions rob humanity and the earth worldwide. I show up to encourage hope, to remind us all of the possibility of peace and to be an antidote to ignorance,” said Dena Eakles, founder of Echo Valley Farm, Board co-chair of the Wisconsin Network for Peace and Justice, and emcee of the Madison No Kings event.

After marching from Brittingham Park to the State Capitol, attendees heard inspiring speeches from Sinceree Dixon, Communications Manager for League of Women Voters of Wisconsin and Ajak Johnson, an organizer for Badger Collective and No Kings Madison. The keynote address was delivered by The Honorable Everett Mitchell, Dane County Circuit Court Judge, UW-Madison Law adjunct professor, and senior pastor of Christ the Solid Rock Baptist Church.

“Our history gives us hope and shows us that change is born from courage and community; and change is possible. Together, we the people, will continue to fight for dignity, equity, and a future where justice is not only promised, but realized,” said Dixon. “No Kings is our opportunity to demand that our government serves with integrity, transparency, and respect for all. A better world is possible, through our collective action we find strength and the power of our resistance is unstoppable.”

The No Kings demonstration also included an organizational fair featuring more than 50 local political and service organizations, helping attendees to get involved in the work of community support and authoritarian resistance.

“The org fair component is so important for continuing this energy beyond just one day,” said Indivisible Madison East organizer Madison Moore. “Everyone here today is behind this movement and what it stands for, and now it’s about getting them involved in the work that happens every day and doesn’t make headlines.”

No Kings events are entirely volunteer-run, and the continued safety and success of these events is a testament to the energy of the people of Madison and Dane County who dedicate their time so that our voices can be heard.

“I was thinking that it felt good to pitch in and help, giving back to the community by focusing on non-violence and helping to keep people safe,” said Carol Sattler, one of the more than 50 volunteer peacekeepers. “I love seeing my community gathering like this and seeing people looking so strong and joyful.”

The No Kings Madison coalition is composed of activists from numerous local organizations working together towards a common aim. The coalition is focused on pro-democracy, anti-authoritarian, non-violent action.

For more information about Madison’s No Kings protest, go to www.NoKingsMadison.com. For more information on the National No Kings protests & movement, go to www.NoKings.org.