Springfield, No Kings and protests
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Protests are taking place in Missouri and nationwide on June 14 to counter President Trump's military parade, which coincides with his birthday.
Organizers are calling for “accountability, democratic integrity, and a renewed commitment to constitutional values,” they said in a statement Wednesday.
Governor Kehoe declared a state of emergency Thursday and activated the guard ahead of planned No Kings protests in Missouri.
In Delaware County, a rally will be held at the County Courthouse in Media from noon to 1 p.m. A group intends to rally at Route 320 and Baltimore Pike from 1 to 2 p.m. in Springfield, and a third group has received a permit to protest in Haverford Township at Eagle Road and Sunnyhill Lane.
Missouri Gov. Mike Kehoe announced Thursday that he has activated the National Guard in anticipation of these protests.
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Nationwide 'No Kings' rallies aim to 'reject authoritarianism.' Here are Illinois times, spotsA network of "No Kings" protests are scheduled for June 14 in Illinois. Find out when and where your nearest demonstration is.
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