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NO KINGS June 14th
NO KINGS Rally and March
In one of the largest protests in Seattle’s history, more than 70,000 people turned out on Saturday for No Kings Day in Seattle, one of more than 2000 events held nationwide to protest President Donald Trump’s authoritarian assaults on democracy, immigrants and the rule of law.
West Seattle Indivisible, one of a dozen organizations sponsoring the march, was there. The group chartered three buses to the event, which dropped off 139 Indivisible marchers at Cal Anderson Park on Capitol Hill, then traveled to Seattle Center to await the group at the end of the march. Other West Seattleites made their own way, one couple on a tandem bike, to the event, and a third group of protesters showed up at locations around Southwest Seattle, from the Junction to South Park.
The Capitol Hill group joined tens of thousands of Seattle residents from all over the city, who came via foot, bus and light rail, streaming into Cal Anderson Park and massing for a pre-march rally. It was a huge crowd - Dave Cuerpo, of the Seattle Emergency Operations Center, told the Seattle Times that “in excess of 70,000” people were there, slightly below the 100,000 who attended the women’s march in January 2017. At the height of Saturday’s march, protesters filled the march route as they walked shoulder to shoulder, forming a 1.5 mile line from Capitol Hill to Seattle Center, according to the Times. The Seattle Police Department reported that the Seattle event was completely peaceful, tweeting on its X account “not a single report of property damage” and “thank you to the tens of thousands of peaceful people who came out today.”
At the pre-march rally, legendary Seattle folk singer-songwriter Jim Page warmed up the crowd. Then several speakers took to the stage. The keynote speaker was Seattle’s Democratic Congressional Representative, Pramila Jayapal, who was visibly shaken by the news that hours before, an assassin with a political agenda had murdered a Minnesota Democratic state representative and her husband, gaining access to their home on Saturday morning by impersonating a policeman. Another targeted representative and his wife were injured, but are expected to survive.
When our children ask what you did to save democracy, what will you say?
It's past time for people like me to speak out against the erosion of American democratic norms, institutions, and civil liberties.
When Democracy Is at Stake, Silence Is Not an Option for West Seattle
By Miles Kotay
It's past time for people like me to speak out against the erosion of American democratic norms, institutions, and civil liberties.
It's time to stand against actions of the Trump Administration that fit the definition of authoritarianism.
By "people like me," I mean people for whom voting has been the extent of our civic engagement. We have not marched in protest, contacted our representatives, spoken out for causes we believe in, nor against actions we know are wrong.
To save our democracy, that must change.
Calling or writing to elected officials matters. Getting involved in nonviolent pro-democracy, grassroots movements -- such as West Seattle Indivisible -- matters.
Research shows that when at least 3.5% of the population actively participates, nonviolent movements succeed.
West Seattle's estimated population is around 83,000. 3.5% of that is roughly 2,900 people.
But because the pro-democracy movement in many red states is unlikely to reach 3.5% participation, West Seattle and places like it should aim for doubling our involvement.
That means we should encourage 6,000 of our West Seattle neighbors and friends to actively and continually push back against the erosion of American democratic norms and disregard for the rule of law.
6,000 West Seattleites calling or writing our elected officials matters. 6,000 West Seattleites participating in local pro-democracy rallies can make a difference.
Many West Seattleites already have joined the cause. We've seen impressive numbers of West Seattleites waving signs, marching, displaying banners above roads, and calling and writing the people we elected to represent us.
As many as there are, it is not enough.
As uncomfortable as it may be, now is the time for West Seattle people like me to stand up and speak out against unjust and oppressive governmental power, and to do so in significant numbers.
A good place for West Seattleites to start is with Seattle's "No Kings" rally, being held on June 14 alongside thousands of similar rallies across America.
If our civil liberties vanish and our children ask what you did to preserve them, what will you say?
IMMIGRATION RESOURCE LIST
At our General Meeting on June 10th, immigration lawyer Ester Greenfield spoke about current government tactics for revoking the legal status of two million immigrants. She explained how people whose immigration status is in legal jeopardy can protect themselves. Ms. Greenfield listed several local organizations that assist immigrants. To see her list, click here.
WHAT’S NEXT AFTER NO KINGS DAY?
We are hitting the streets again! On June 28th 12-2:30, West Seattle Indivisible returns home to continue to build strength in numbers! Bring American Flags, noisemakers, and signs that supports democracy. Family Friendly. Watch for more details on our website and in our next newsletter. Sign up as a Corner Caption!
WSI Got Ready for NO KINGS Day
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June 7th Junction Rallies
Sunshine and smiles prevailed last Saturday, June 7 th as WSI once again took to the streets to help preserve democracy. WSI members were at all three major junctions in
West Seattle--the Admiral, Alaska, and Morgan Junctions, as well as the Fauntleroy overpass, to get the word out about the NO KINGS rally to be held on June 14 th . We debuted our unique, tall NO KINGS Crown signs along with other signs, and handed out flyers about the June 14th rally at Cal Anderson Park and march to Seattle Center,12pm—3pm.
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June 7th Sign Making
WSI held a sign-making event on June 7, at the High Point Library. Within the first five minutes, the room was filled with eager and friendly sign makers, creating signs for the NO KINGS rally.
Along with an extensive array of signs, new friends were also made. All in all, it was a wonderful sign-making and community building event!
Please note: This event was NOT hosted, sponsored, or endorsed by The Seattle Public Library. Any views that are discussed in this meeting are not a reflection of The Seattle Public Library’s views.
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June 8th General Meeting and Fundraiser
On Sunday, June 8th members packed the room for the monthly General Members Meeting.
After a welcome from Caroline and Laurie, two members of the Leadership Team, immigration attorney Ester Greenfield gave a fascinating and informative presentation.
The Leadership Team went into detail about the plans for June 14th, NO KINGS Rally & March. They also announced the next West Seattle community action on June 28th where our members will once again take to the corners along Calfornia Avenue to TAKE BACK OUR FLAG!
Our Fancy Pie and Cake Fundraise was a huge success. Bakers created 34 pies and cakes that were available for a donation of $35. Many went for much more that that. Thank you all for supporting WSI!
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Upcoming Events
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General Members Meeting Recap
More than 60 people left the annual West Seattle Garage Sale on Saturday to join us at the monthly General Meeting of West Seattle Indivisible. WSI team leaders made brief presentations about what their teams are focussing on, what actions they are taking and invited other members to join them.
At one point WSI founder Caroline Goodell asked everyone to take out their cellphones, text someone from their contact list and invite them to get together to talk about (and hopefully join) the opposition with West Seattle Indivisible. Towards the end of the meeting members had a chance to talk with the teams to learn more and to sign up.
Attendees were highly motivated to protect our democracy. About 80% had participated in our two large actions: the April 5th Hands Off rally at Seattle Center and our Street Rally along California Avenue on April 19th. Participating in WSI and these rallies is energizing all of us and helping us to feel less isolated.
Join us when we unite with Seattle Indivisible at a huge march on June 14th, Flag Day. This is a nationwide action of many resistance groups coming together to say No Kings! Watch our website and social media for details.
A member of the website team updates the group on plans for the website.
Next General Meeting is Sunday, June 8th, 3:30-5:15 pm
4217 SW Oregon, Center for Active Living
(Please note, facilities at The Center For Active Living have been rented for this event. In so renting its facilities, The Center for Active Living does not either endorse nor disapprove of this event.)
Recent highlight - April 19th Street Rally
West Seattle Indivisible came home Saturday to hold a local protest in our community.
All along California Ave SW from the Morgan Junction to the Admiral Junction the calls to preserve our democracy and support the rule of law took place at more than 15 intersections and at times, along the sidewalks in between.
An estimated 2000 West Seattle neighbors came out with signs inspired to defend our Constitution, prevent authoritarianism and oligarchy, maintain rights for immigrants and trans people, uphold the rule of law and many other issues.
They let their voices be heard for more than two hours. Some held signs from wheelchairs. Children proudly lifted hand-made signs above their heads. A high school marching band drummer was joined by people playing five-gallon bucket drums. Parents pushed babies in strollers bedecked with protest signs.
At each corner were whistles and noisemakers. Motorists responded with honking horns and raised fists.
On April 19th the fight for our future was at our doorstep. Today, the fight continues.
April 19th Street Rally
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Protecting Democracy
Calls to Action
Call Your Elected Officials
Golden Rule: Make just one ask per call.
Take action daily with 5 Calls
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West Seattle Officials:
Senator Patty Murray
(202) 224-2621
Senator Maria Cantwell
(202) 224-3441
Representative Pramila Jayapal
(202) 225-3106
Other people to call: WA state-elected state legislators, governor, attorney general, county council, and city council.
Send This Message to Democratic Leaders
Create a unified Democratic opposition.
Vote NO on all Trump nominees and all Trump/Johnson legislation.
Stop the illegal, unconstitutional actions by Trump and DOGE.
Use every tool you have to stop and slow things down.
Bottom line: Senate Democrats must block, delay and obstruct every step of the process—no cooperation, no easy votes, no fast-tracking the Trump/Musk takeover.
Attend an Event
or Rally
Check out our Events & Actions Calendar lower on this page, or visit our Events & Actions page for upcoming nonviolent protests. Make your voice heard. Bring your friends!
Check out our previous events in the Photo and Video galleries