State of Play: Why We’re Mobilizing on October 18th

As shown in his behavior with military use against United States citizens, and as described in the No Kings website, president Trump believes his rule is absolute, but in America, we don’t bow to kings. Since taking office, his administration and supporters have acted as though they have a mandate—yet they don’t. Instead of serving the people, they’re going to extremes to consolidate power and line their pockets, all while cutting jobs and essential services that working families depend on.

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💰 They’re using OUR tax dollars for THEIR power grab:
Public funds are being funneled into authoritarian actions—deploying federal forces, taking control of local police, and funding mass detention and deportation—while vital services are being slashed.

👑 We stand united against kings:
President Trump has openly expressed a desire for a third term, acting like a monarch—seizing control of D.C., threatening cities, and deploying federal forces against Americans. But America was founded on the idea that no one is above the law. We will mobilize peacefully, yet powerfully, to reject these abuses of power. Our country’s spirit is rooted in resistance to tyranny.

✋ They’ve crossed the line:
This is more than political disagreement. This administration has defied courts, deported citizens, disappeared people from streets, and gutted essential services—all while enriching billionaires. Enough is enough. If you believe they’ve gone too far, this movement is for you.

We’re uniting to stand against corruption, cruelty, and abuse of power.
On October 18, we come together to remind President Trump and his allies: America has No Kings!
Whether you’re outraged by assaults on civil rights, rising costs, disappearances, or the attack on free speech—this moment is for you. If you’ve been fighting for years or if you’re just fed up and ready to act, your voice matters now.

🛑 We need to show the strength of the people—peacefully and visibly.
On October 18, events will take place across the country—cities and towns in every state—to demonstrate that the majority of Americans are standing up against corruption and authoritarianism.

💪 The power is in your hands.
Join us. Find a mobilization nearby and sign up to participate. If there isn’t one in your area, use this toolkit to organize your own event. Together, we can make our voices heard and defend our democracy.