On Saturday afternoon, numerous protesters are anticipated to participate in ‘No Kings’ rallies throughout Los Angeles County and Southern California. These rallies aim to bolster voter engagement for the upcoming election on November 3.
In the South Bay, an early protest included around 50 individuals marching along the boardwalk from Manhattan Beach to Hermosa Beach. Meanwhile, typical beach activities continued nearby, such as a volleyball tournament with participants in Halloween attire, a poodle donning booties to protect its paws from the unusual heat, and a man loudly speaking about religious topics.
The protest group, small and sociable, gathered for a group photo in front of the Hermosa Pier. They collectively shouted, ‘VOTE!’ on cue.
This event marks the fourth occurrence of the movement over the past year. Each rally has delivered distinct messages, previously addressing topics like President Trump, ICE actions, the war in Iran, and rising fuel and food prices.
According to the ‘No Kings’ coalition website, ‘No Kings: Vote Early’ represents a continuation of reclaiming power after a year of significant mobilizations. It is a nonpartisan day focused on voter engagement, fostering community, and ensuring that every eligible voter is prepared to cast their vote.
Several rallies and marches are scheduled across Los Angeles and Orange counties, starting as early as 10 a.m. In downtown Los Angeles, protesters will convene at Gloria Molina Grand Park at 1 p.m. for a march, with the event running until 5:30 p.m.
The Los Angeles Police Department has warned that these ‘non-permitted’ events might cause traffic disruptions. An advisory on X suggests exercising caution on streets such as Spring, Los Angeles, Aliso, Commercial, 1st, Temple, and Alameda.
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