The “free speech” rally on Boston Common was quickly drowned out by the thousands of protestors that denounced racism. Rally attendees were escorted out in Boston Police wagons while protestors chanted. Police arrested those who interfered with the escort.
Last weekend, it was the Women’s March and this Sunday thousands of protesters once again turned to the streets (and airports) to rile against President Trump’s immigration order to ban U.S. entry from seven Muslim countries. Here are some scenes from Copley Square, Logan Airport and other local reactions. Very happy to see Boston, my city Read More…
Some members of the Boston City Council are considering a ban on wearing masks during protests and in other public spaces. The council held a hearing earlier this week to discuss the proposed ordinance. The potential new changes come after counter protests to the Straight Pride Parade in August where more than a dozen protesters Read More…
A small, but vocal, group of protesters demonstrated against Columbus Day alongside the bi-annual North End Parade on Sunday. Appearing first at Christopher Columbus Park, the group made their way to Hanover Street holding signs “Abolish Columbus Day”, “Celebrate Indigenous People’s Day” and “Colonialism is Indigenous Genocide.” With a loudspeaker and chants, the group was Read More…
2 Replies to “Scenes from Saturday’s Protests”
It is a shame that so many media outlets are focusing on the few marchers that were out of line or arrested. The march was outstanding as a peaceful event. 15,000 or more counter protesters acted in a manner that reflected their concern about hate speech.
Kudos to them!!!
It is a shame that so many media outlets are focusing on the few marchers that were out of line or arrested. The march was outstanding as a peaceful event. 15,000 or more counter protesters acted in a manner that reflected their concern about hate speech.
Kudos to them!!!
Yesterday, I was proud to be a Bostonian.