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Understanding 4th of July protests near me: goals, history, and how to find local events

Protests on or around July 4 are a long-standing form of civic expression in which people highlight issues they believe the nation has not fully addressed, such as civil rights,...

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What a National Shutdown Protest Is and How It Affects Governance

A national shutdown protest is a coordinated, often large-scale demonstration in which activists, labor groups, or coalitions call for a suspension of normal economic and public...

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Freedom Express 2020: What the Term Refers To and Why It Still Matters

The 2020 Freedom Express movement emerged in 2020 as a broad set of protests and advocacy efforts focused on government restrictions during the COVID-19 pandemic and related eco...

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Protesting on Fourth of July: rights, history, and how protests are regulated

Protesting on Fourth of July is an established form of civic expression that raises distinct legal and practical questions. July 4 is a national holiday marked by official cerem...

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Wall of Moms Portland: Purpose, Actions, and Impact

Wall of Moms Portland is a loosely organized group of parents who gather in public spaces in Portland, Oregon, to show support for racial justice, police accountability, and com...

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National Walkout January 30: What Happened and Why It Still Matters

The January 30 national walkout was a coordinated day of action in which students, educators, workers, and community members paused or left classrooms and workplaces to call att...

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