No Kings in New York City
Lisa DuBois | NYS, United States
Organization: SDN
Photographer: Lisa DuBois
Organization: SDN
Exhibit Title: No Kings in New York City
Location: NYS, United States
Seven million individuals participated in the protests on No King's Day, in opposition to an authoritarian regime within the US government. The marchers in the no king’s protest are people committed to preserving democracy. Research in political science suggests that peaceful protests involving 3.5% of the population leads to meaningful change. Recent studies however, indicate that this approach is less effective today, underscoring the crucial necessity for bold new leadership.
Americas tone has changed dramatically. The USA is a place where forms of racism existed however it is unlike the statements we see today on social media and in the news.
In places, like New York, diversity is accepted and celebrated. On eighth avenue in midtown Manhattan, one can find an impressive amount of restaurants showcasing cuisine from every corner of the globe, likely surpassing any other state in the USA.
History tends to repeat itself over time, manifesting in different contexts, and scenarios because fundamental lessons remain unresolved. Sadly, In the struggle for power and the allure of greed, the essence of human compassion often fades away.
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