‘Good Trouble Lives On' and ‘Free America Weekend' protests head to Alabama in July
Here's what to know about the protests and how you can participate.
Free America Weekend Protest in Alabama
Free America Weekend, a grassroots event organized by the Women's March will blend the Independence Day celebration with a call to protect democracy and freedom for all, taking place on July 4.
From block parties and marches to backyard gatherings and art projects, participants nationwide will come together to express joyful resistance against political division and threats to civil rights. The event encourages locals to celebrate freedom while standing up for freeing America from the grips of the wealthy rigging the system, poverty, unfair job firings and a rising tide of hate and fear politics.
Here's where you can participate in the Free America Weekend events in Alabama:
Montgomery: Food & School Supply Drive, July 4, 10 a.m. to Noon, The NewSouth Bookstore, 105 S. Court Street, Montgomery.
Gadsden: Moragne Park, 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. 100 Moragne Avenue, Gadsden. Fireworks will follow at 9 p.m., and food vendors will be located along 411.
The Good Trouble Lives On Protest in Alabama
On July 17, a nationwide day of nonviolent protest will take place to honor the legacy of Georgia Congressman and civil rights icon John Lewis, who was born in Troy, Ala. The protest builds on earlier demonstrations held nationwide this summer in response to policies under the Trump administration.
The movement, called Good Trouble Lives On, is set to take place in cities across the U.S., including several in Alabama, and marks the fifth anniversary of Lewis' death. Organizers say the goal is to push back against efforts they view as threats to voting rights, justice and dignity.
Here's where you can attend a Good Trouble Lives On event:
Birmingham: Horton Enterprise Studio, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., 1111 5th Ave N., Birmingham
Center Point: Center Point Senior Center, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., 335 Polly Reed Rd NE, Center Point
Mobile: Protests are planned in Mobile from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m., but there is no current meeting point.
This story was updated to correct a typo.
Jennifer Lindahl is a Breaking and Trending Reporter for the Deep South Connect Team for Gannett/USA Today. Connect with her on X @jenn_lindahl and email at jlindahl@gannett.com.
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