100 “No Kings” Rallies Planned Across Wisconsin This Weekend

Communities across Wisconsin are preparing to rally this weekend as part of the “No Kings” movement. It’s an effort to unite under the idea that America has no kings and the power belongs to the people. One of the 100 groups planning rallies in the state is Chippewa Valley Indivisible. Organizer Cyndi Greening joined Pat Kreitlow, host of Mornings with Pat Kreitlow, to discuss where and why these gatherings are happening.   

“This isn’t just the big cities,” Greening says. “We’ve got Spooner, Hayward, Rhinelander, Amery, Rice Lake, even little Juddville in Door County. People everywhere are ready to stand up.”

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Listen to the entire discussion here:

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The rallies are scheduled at various times on Saturday and come in response to what organizers describe as growing frustration over both political and economic issues. 

“People are upset,” Greening explains. “They’re seeing what’s happening in places like Chicago and Portland. And they’re also feeling it in their pocketbooks with the rising expense of groceries, and health care.”

Greening tells Kreitlow she expects turnout to double from June’s events. More than 4,500 people gathered in Eau Claire alone. But this time the group is planning four separate march routes to accommodate larger crowds. It includes a short route for participants with limited mobility.

Meanwhile, the tone of the event is meant to be peaceful and joyful. 

“We march, we sing, we wear costumes. You’ll see dinosaurs, chickens, whatever brings a smile,” she says. “People are coming out of love for this country, not hate.”

And while organizers have seen some online trolling, Greening reminds everyone that volunteers are trained in de-escalation and safety. 

“We tell people: don’t feed the trolls. Everyone has a right to free speech. We’ll just keep marching,” Greening says.

The rallies will also offer a way to reconnect with civic values and community for those who attend. 

“We want people to know this is a democracy,” Greening explains. “Our government should work for everyone — no one left out.”

You can find more information on the “No Kings” events, including those in your local community, here.