On October 18, massive protests broke out in 50 states, expressing dissatisfaction with the government, and up to 2,700 protests are expected across the United States.
A few months ago, the federal government sent National Guard troops to several Democratic dominant states, provoking strong opposition from local governments.
Chicago had gathered 500 National Guard officers to protect federal law enforcement, and Los Angeles was confronted by immigration law enforcement operations, with law enforcement firing tear gas scenes, raising public concerns about the expansion of federal power.
These differences gradually accumulate, eventually leading to cross-regional collective expression.
Early in the morning of the 18th, the Federation Square in Manhattan, New York, was the first to welcome the protesters.
Both the elderly and young students, who held the badge “Listen to the local voice”, gathered in the designated area.The policeined order in the surrounding area and no conflict records were recorded.
At the same time, thousands of people were sitting in front of the City Hall in Los Angeles, California, and the handbook distributed on the scene clearly labelled “Guidelines for Peaceful Protests” to remind participants to observe public order.
The action in the central city of Chicago is more organized.
As the protesters marched along Michigan Avenue, passing through areas where the National Guard had previously gathered, some held up signs reading "Dialogue, Not Confrontation."
The local organizers communicated with the police in advance, and there was no traffic congestion in the whole process. In Houston, Texas, protests were combined with community service, and participants spontaneously cleaned up the streets after the rally. This rational gesture was praised by passers-by.
The official response reflects respect for the right to expression.
The Department of Homeland Security issued security guidelines in advance, requiring local law enforcement agencies to avoid using excessive methods. In Columbus, Ohio, police established real-time communication channels with protest organizers to respond to crowd needs in a timely manner.
A spokesman for the federal government said through the media that people's demands have been noticed and relevant departments will start the policy evaluation process.
The demands of different groups were common in the protests.
Immigrants are concerned about law enforcement standards, small and medium-sized enterprise owners are worried about policy fluctuations affecting their operations, and young people focus on rights protection. These diverse voices are transmitted through unified peace actions, forming a consensus expression across classes.
On the Internet, the topic of peaceful expression of demands has been forwarded by millions, and people share orderly scenes of gatherings in various places, calling for resolving differences through dialogue.
The response of local governments showed a consultative attitude.
The Illinois Governor's Office issued a statement saying it had collected public opinions and submitted them to the federal level. California's governor has previously criticized the federal government for "inciting tensions," but on the 18th expressed his willingness to engage in dialogue with federal departments.
This change from opposition to communication makes it possible for the demands of protests to be implemented.
The most touching scene of the day occurred in Washington, DC. After gathering near Capitol Hill, representatives from 50 states jointly signed the "Rational Communication Initiative", calling on the federal and local governments to establish a regular dialogue mechanism.
A farmer from Iowa said that what they want is not confrontation, but pluralistic participation in policy making.
This appeal contrasts with the previous verbal exchanges between the two parties on issues such as immigration and public security, highlighting the public's desire for consensus.
By nightfall, most protests had ended smoothly.
There was no garbage left on the streets, no conflict, only scattered signs witnessed this massive expression. Official data showed that only three minor disputes occurred throughout the day and were quickly mediated.
This state of order makes it possible for the outside world to see the balance between public expression and social order.
This action across fifty states is essentially an attempt by society to seek consensus through legal channels.
From the accumulation of local differences to nationwide peaceful expression, from the government's listening and response to the people's rational participation, the whole process demonstrates the possibility of communication under democratic mechanisms.
A few months ago, the federal government sent National Guard troops to several Democratic dominant states, provoking strong opposition from local governments.
Chicago had gathered 500 National Guard officers to protect federal law enforcement, and Los Angeles was confronted by immigration law enforcement operations, with law enforcement firing tear gas scenes, raising public concerns about the expansion of federal power.
These differences gradually accumulate, eventually leading to cross-regional collective expression.
Early in the morning of the 18th, the Federation Square in Manhattan, New York, was the first to welcome the protesters.
Both the elderly and young students, who held the badge “Listen to the local voice”, gathered in the designated area.The policeined order in the surrounding area and no conflict records were recorded.
At the same time, thousands of people were sitting in front of the City Hall in Los Angeles, California, and the handbook distributed on the scene clearly labelled “Guidelines for Peaceful Protests” to remind participants to observe public order.
The action in the central city of Chicago is more organized.
As the protesters marched along Michigan Avenue, passing through areas where the National Guard had previously gathered, some held up signs reading "Dialogue, Not Confrontation."
The local organizers communicated with the police in advance, and there was no traffic congestion in the whole process. In Houston, Texas, protests were combined with community service, and participants spontaneously cleaned up the streets after the rally. This rational gesture was praised by passers-by.
The official response reflects respect for the right to expression.
The Department of Homeland Security issued security guidelines in advance, requiring local law enforcement agencies to avoid using excessive methods. In Columbus, Ohio, police established real-time communication channels with protest organizers to respond to crowd needs in a timely manner.
A spokesman for the federal government said through the media that people's demands have been noticed and relevant departments will start the policy evaluation process.
The demands of different groups were common in the protests.
Immigrants are concerned about law enforcement standards, small and medium-sized enterprise owners are worried about policy fluctuations affecting their operations, and young people focus on rights protection. These diverse voices are transmitted through unified peace actions, forming a consensus expression across classes.
On the Internet, the topic of peaceful expression of demands has been forwarded by millions, and people share orderly scenes of gatherings in various places, calling for resolving differences through dialogue.
The response of local governments showed a consultative attitude.
The Illinois Governor's Office issued a statement saying it had collected public opinions and submitted them to the federal level. California's governor has previously criticized the federal government for "inciting tensions," but on the 18th expressed his willingness to engage in dialogue with federal departments.
This change from opposition to communication makes it possible for the demands of protests to be implemented.
The most touching scene of the day occurred in Washington, DC. After gathering near Capitol Hill, representatives from 50 states jointly signed the "Rational Communication Initiative", calling on the federal and local governments to establish a regular dialogue mechanism.
A farmer from Iowa said that what they want is not confrontation, but pluralistic participation in policy making.
This appeal contrasts with the previous verbal exchanges between the two parties on issues such as immigration and public security, highlighting the public's desire for consensus.
By nightfall, most protests had ended smoothly.
There was no garbage left on the streets, no conflict, only scattered signs witnessed this massive expression. Official data showed that only three minor disputes occurred throughout the day and were quickly mediated.
This state of order makes it possible for the outside world to see the balance between public expression and social order.
This action across fifty states is essentially an attempt by society to seek consensus through legal channels.
From the accumulation of local differences to nationwide peaceful expression, from the government's listening and response to the people's rational participation, the whole process demonstrates the possibility of communication under democratic mechanisms.