INDIANAPOLIS (Indiana News Service) - Indiana will host one of dozens of “No Kings” events this Saturday at the Statehouse, as organizers expect large crowds across the state and nationwide.
Organizers say the event focuses on peaceful protest, community and creative expression. It is not being billed as a march, but as a daylong gathering with art, music, and a coordinated human chain around the Statehouse.
Kim Saylor, programming director for No Kings 3 Indy, said the message centers on unity and safety for communities.
“We are United States of America citizens. We love this country. We are not terrorists,” she said. “We are a peaceful group. We have been since day one. We are united in our fight against the fascism.”
Organizers say similar events drew thousands in past months, and participation continues to grow. Nationwide, millions are expected to take part, with thousands of events planned and dozens of Indiana cities involved.
Saylor said a key moment Saturday will be a coordinated group activity around the Statehouse.
“We’re not calling it a march,” she said. “We’re calling it a live art installation. And what we are going to do is on site, teach everybody how to do a human chain and then sing the song while we do a human chain.”
Events will run throughout the day, with peak participation expected later in the afternoon.
Joe Ulery wrote this article.