Hopkins Green was the location for a “No Kings” rally this past Saturday, June 14. This was one of thousands such events planned in many communities that day throughout the United States and organized locally by 50 Ways Rockbridge and Hearts for Democracy. ABOVE, the Latin text on this bass drum translates to “Thus Always to Tyrants,” the motto on the Virginia state flag. AT LEFT, Annette Green of 50 Ways Rockbridge addresses the crowd. BELOW, Seth Michelson, associate professor of Spanish at Washington and Lee University, recited poetry at the event. AT BOTTOM, attendees were encouraged to bring their own handmade pro-democracy/anti-autocracy signs. (Joann Ware photos)
