'No Kings Day': Rallies take place across Metro Detroit
(FOX 2) - Millions of people hit the streets Saturday for 'No Kings' protests and rallies across the country, with over 100 planned for Michigan.
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5,000 people were present at the previous event in June and one of the organizers on Friday says Metro Detroit should expect even more.
FOX 2 spoke with the organizers, who say the 'No Kings' protests are meant to take a stand against authoritarianism.
On Oct. 18, there will be 2,700 happening across the country.
Over 100 will take place in the state, including in Wayne County, Oakland County, and Macomb County. Specifically, the Detroit protest begins at 3 p.m. at Roosevelt Park. Organizer Katrina Manetta recommends coming prepared.
"We want people to come ready to de-escalate any situations. These are completely non-violent protests. You can bring water, you can bring tennis shoes, and depending on where you are in the state, whether it’s a rally or march, just come prepared to have fun and enjoy yourself," said Manetta.
'No Kings' demonstrations planned for tomorrow
Over 100 will take place in the state, including in Wayne County, Oakland County, and Macomb County. Specifically, the Detroit protest begins at 3 p.m. at Roosevelt Park.
Times and locations:
Dozens of spots were listed on the movement's website throughout Metro Detroit.
Detroit
Roosevelt Park 3 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Mack Ave. & Cadieux 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Ferndale
9 Mile & Woodward Corner 12 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Troy
Gateway Park 11:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Lathrup Village
Outside/around Lathrup Village City Hall 1 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Livonia
Livonia Civic Park Senior Center 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Northville
Park in Schoolcraft College South Lot 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Walled Lake
Haggerty Rd (Outside of Target) 5 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Farmington Hills
Farmington Community Library 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Ann Arbor
Veterans Memorial Park 9:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Waterford Township
M-59 (Near Meijers Parking Lot) 12 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Monroe
St. Mary's Park 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Additional locations are listed on their website.
Meanwhile, a Metro Detroit attorney spoke to FOX 2's Jessica Dupnack about what rights you have at a protest.
The interview can be watched below:
Knowing your rights as a protester amid 'No Kings Day'
Millions of people are expected to hit the streets Saturday for 'No Kings' protests and rallies across the country, with over 100 planned for Michigan. Meanwhile, a Metro Detroit attorney spoke to FOX 2's Jessica Dupnack about what rights you have at a protest.
What they're saying:
Meanwhile, some protests include marches, so anyone who attends should be prepared to walk. FOX 2 reached out to the White House to get their thoughts.
They responded saying that due to the shutdown, there will be a delay in a response. Then they said, "Who cares."
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