‘Standing up for democracy’: Atlanta ‘No Kings’ rally draws Trump critics ahead of US midterms
“No Kings, Vote Now” was the theme of a rally in Atlanta, one of many organised across the US on Saturday. While many demonstrators denounced President Donald Trump’s policies, organisers said the rally was aimed at getting out the vote in the November 3 midterm elections and protecting democracy in America.
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