The “No Kings” demonstrations, a national movement against authoritarianism, have stretched from Denver to Erie and as well as the neighboring cities of Longmont and Boulder. Across Colorado’s Front Range, protestors gathered not just to resist, but to reclaim what they believe democracy truly looks like.
NO KINGS DAY: Longmont
By midmorning, Longmont’s downtown was alive with movement and sound. The crowd, hundreds strong, streamed through the streets in rhythm, a chorus of voices bouncing off storefront windows and brick façades.
“Show me what democracy looks like!” shouted one protestor through a megaphone.
“This is what democracy looks like!” came the rolling reply, wave after wave of voices answering back…