Delaware Valley Action hosts third No Kings protest

On Saturday, March 28, Delaware Valley Action hosted the third No Kings protest in Milford, on the lawn of the courthouse.

The event drew people from all around the area to speak out against the Trump administration and its policies. Protesters covered the courthouse lawn and lined the streets for blocks, holding signs, chanting, and, in some cases, playing Rage Against the Machine to echo decades-old concerns about government power.

Protestors share concerns through signs, chants

While many people attended, the protest remained peaceful and organized, with organizers urging attendees not to block sidewalks or engage with counterprotesters to avoid any conflicts. There were tents set up by Delaware Valley Action, the Delaware County Democratic Committee and the Delaware Valley Democratic Club, giving away stickers, selling shirts, or offering voter registration.

While the protest ran from 1-3 p.m., protesters showed up much earlier to make their voices heard to the local community. There were chants of “power to the people” and “lock him up,” harkening back to the phrase that was used against Hillary Clinton in 2016. People also brought out many signs with sayings like “We the People will not be silenced,” “Healthcare not Warfare” and “Immigrants DO pay taxes, billionaires don’t.”

Pike County Commissioner Christa Caceres expresses anger with Trump administration

Pike County Commissioner Christa Caceres spoke at the beginning of the event and had plenty to say regarding the administration and its policies. She opened by saying, “We are here because we’re still angry, but you can’t take our joy. We are here because sometimes we feel bound, but we are most definitely free ... We are here because we don’t want a Department of War, we want peace.” She also commented that a transparent government is the only one fit to serve this country.

Asked about how it feels to see so much support for the cause in Pike County, Commissioner Caceres said, “It is always amazing to see my neighbors come out together in unity and in love, and that’s what today is about. It’s not about anger, violence or negativity; we really just understand that the world is better with love and positivity.”

She also said that attending protests is far from a requirement, but everyone should stay on top of what’s happening in the country. If people want to make a difference in their community, Caceres said they have to make informed decisions before furthering that by volunteering with organizations they support, and voting on election day.

Guest singers lead modified songs of protest

Taylor James from Delaware Valley Action led a few chants before introducing guest singers to lead modified versions of classic songs for attendees to join in. The mood remained positive throughout the protest, with many people happily greeting their neighbors, discussing policy and waving to passing cars. Most passersby responded with honks in support of the cause, with only a few shouts of “Go Trump,” and people revving their engines loudly.

Milford is one of many towns and cities across the United States that participate in No Kings protests. As long as there are people in the country who feel misrepresented by the administration, it appears Pike County’s Democratic community will continue to stand with them.