More than 1,600 “Good Trouble Lives On” protests are planned nationwide on July 17, honoring the legacy of Rep. John Lewis and pushing back against perceived setbacks to civil rights under the Trump administration.
Whole country protests called "Good Trouble Lives On" are planned for July 17, which is the fifth anniversary of the death of civil rights leader and longtime Congressman John Lewis.
The people planning more than 1,600 events across the US expect more than 126,000 people to attend protests against what they call the "rollback of civil rights" by former President Donald Trump.
A group of advocacy organizations, including the Transformative Justice Coalition, is leading the protests. This group also planned the recent "No Kings" protests on June 14, which drew millions of people to over 2,100 sites. There have been four big days of national protest since January, and July 17 is the fourth.
It is a day of action to commemorate Rep. John Lewis, a key leader in the Civil Rights Movement who served in Congress for 17 terms. Lewis supported peaceful action as a way to get justice and equality. He was known for supporting the idea of making "good trouble."
For the people behind the movement, the event is a continuation of John Lewis's moral courage. The movement is about making sure everyone can vote, fighting discrimination, and making sure our democracy works for everyone."
There will be large protests in cities all over the country, including New York, Los Angeles, Washington, D.C., Houston, Chicago, Dallas, Austin, Columbus, and Charlotte. There will also be protests in Alaska, Hawaii, and Palm Beach, Florida.
In the Houston area, multiple events are scheduled:
The website states that weapons of any kind, even if with permits, are not allowed in such protests. The organizers emphasize that the demonstrations will be peaceful and that their goal is to amplify Lewis's call for people to take action to protect democracy and human rights.
People who want to participate should visit the official "Good Trouble Lives On" website or follow event details on social media to learn more and find a local event.
