ABOUT 200 GATHERED ON FLAG DAY IN BENICIA, JUNE 14, TO OPPOSE AUTHORITARIAN RULE
JUNE 14—Trump’s Birthday, The president celebrated and promoted himself by giving Ultimate Fighting Championship unfettered access to the White House and Lincoln Memorial to stage a private, for-profit sports event.
JUNE 14—Flag Day We supported the republic for which the flag stands. . . Where power flows from the people, Where leaders are accountable to the Constitution.
It was festive and encouraging, but we’re not done yet. The danger is real, and we’re in it for the long haul. We will lift every voice in the struggle to save our Democracy – we will continue the momentum. Benicia Standing Strong!
JUNE 14—Trump’s Birthday, The president is celebrating and promoting himself by giving Ultimate Fighting Championship unfettered access to the White House and Lincoln Memorial to stage a private, for-profit sports event.
JUNE 14—Flag Day Support the republic for which the flag stands. . . Where power flows from the people, Where leaders are accountable to the Constitution.
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The every-Sunday protest in Benicia will gather as usual on this Sunday June 14 at noon. We will be observing it as a No Kings event, with special significance on Flag Day and in opposition to Trump’s disgusting observance of his 80th birthday. EVERYONE please come to Benicia City Park at noon. Bring a flag if you can, & also your signs, noisemakers, and goodwill. We’ll show up, stand strong, and let the world know – the US will never put up with a King![map / directions]
>> IN BENICIA: June 14th NO KINGS SINCE 1776!
12-2pm at the Gazebo (First and Military Streets).
The every-Sunday protest in Benicia will gather as usual on this Sunday June 14 at noon. We will be observing it as a No Kings event, with special significance on Flag Day and in opposition to Trump’s disgusting observance of his 80th birthday. EVERYONE please come to Benicia at noon. Bring a flag if you can, and also your signs, noisemakers, and your goodwill. We’ll “parade” this block and let the world know that we will never put up with a King! [map / directions]
NO KINGS Protest, Benicia CA, March 28, 2026 | Photo RStraw
I’m used to counting crowds in the hundreds, and I’m pretty good at that. I’m not much good at counting bodies in the thousands, so don’t quote me on this. But I think there were well over 2000 protesters on the banks and sidewalks around Benicia’s Gazebo.
I thought the early 9am hour might be a problem here, and we’d see fewer Benicia protesters than last June or October. But no! The movement in Benicia is growing. We’re part of a massive uprising nationwide, who will not stand by while Trump and his crowd try to destroy our successful experiment in democracy.
Here’s one of my favorite signs. True.
NO KINGS Protest, Benicia CA, March 28, 2026 | Photo RStraw
Stay tuned for more as I receive photos and links from others…
Roger Straw The Benicia Independent
REMEMBERING…
Benicia in Solidarity with Minnesota, February 2026:
Our peaceful movement is only getting bigger and stronger. “NO KINGS” is more than just a slogan—it’s the foundation our nation was built upon. Born in the streets, carried by millions in chants and on posters, it echoes from city blocks to rural town squares, uniting people across this country to fight dictatorship together.
The president thinks his rule is absolute. But in America, we don’t have kings, and we won’t back down against chaos, corruption, and cruelty. Grow our movement and join us.
A core principle behind all No Kings events is a commitment to nonviolent action. We expect all participants to seek to de-escalate any potential confrontation with those who disagree with our values and to act lawfully at these events. Weapons of any kind, including those legally permitted, should not be brought to events.
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