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A couple images from the No Kings - Chicago. Furries to follow.

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#Photography
This photograph captures a powerful moment during the No Kings Chicago Rally, held beneath Chicago’s iconic elevated train tracks — known as the “L.” The photo is taken from a low angle, emphasizing the steel beams of the tracks overhead, which form a symmetrical tunnel stretching into the background between tall urban buildings. Below, a large and diverse crowd of demonstrators fills the street, marching together and holding handmade signs with messages promoting democracy, justice, and inclusion. Some notable signs include: • “Hate will NOT make the U.S. great” – centered and prominent, calling out hate as un-American. • “Fight ignorance, NOT IMMIGRANTS” – advocating for immigrant rights and education over fear. • “IKEA has better cabinets!” – a satirical jab likely criticizing political leadership. • “Americans Against Oligarchy” – rejecting concentrated power and supporting democracy. • “We didn’t kiss the kings goodbye to want-a-be kings!!” – referencing the founding rejection of monarchy. People of various backgrounds and ages march together peacefully, some wearing expressive clothing like rainbow tie-dye. The energy is one of unity, determination, and resistance to authoritarianism. At the top center of the image is a watermark reading: © Gregory Rothman 2025, marking the photographer and the year of the event. The image shows a lively protest scene in downtown Chicago during the No Kings Rally, a demonstration opposing authoritarianism and political power grabs. The backdrop features the Trump International Hotel & Tower with its prominent “TRUMP” sign, and nearby street signs indicate the location at Michigan Avenue and DuSable Bridge, along the Magnificent Mile. In the foreground, protest signs are clustered around a recycling bin. One striking sign from RefuseFascism.org shows a caricature of Donald Trump giving a Nazi-style salute, labeled with the text: “The Trump/Pence fascist regime must go now!” Another bold sign reads “NO KINGS,” underscoring the rally’s central message. A vertical cardboard banner spells out “LOVE” in large block letters, expressing a theme of peace and unity. To the left, a woman with long platinum blonde hair, wearing a cropped gray top, black leggings, and tall platform boots, is facing away from the camera while taking photos—likely capturing the energy and signs of the rally. People are crossing the street in the background, adding to the sense of active civic participation.
June 15, 2025 at 2:43 AM