BASTROP, Texas — Signs, chants, and crowds filled Central Texas streets Saturday as thousands joined the “No Kings” movement — a nationwide demonstration protestors say is aimed at defending democracy and opposing authoritarian leadership.
Protesters gathered in cities big and small, from Austin to Bastrop, joining others across the country in the second round of “No Kings” events. Supporters say the message is about unity and peaceful resistance, while opponents argue the demonstrations are politically driven.
“You will not silence us. You will not stop us; we will be heard,” said Josi Davies, who attended the protest in Bastrop…