On Wednesday, over 100 Alaskans demonstrated against former President Donald Trump’s policies in front of the Alaska State Capitol. Participants held signs and chanted pro-democracy slogans to express their disapproval of government activities during Trump’s first month in office.
As a component of the #50501 movement, the protestors sought to plan protests at each of the country’s 50 state capitols. Protestors criticized entrepreneur Elon Musk’s engagement in federal matters and denounced Trump’s treatment of transgender people and migrants.
Protestors carried banners with messages against deportations and policies affecting marginalized communities. Alberta Everson, alongside her family, held a sign stating “No deportations, No Gitmo,” referencing the administration’s decision to detain migrants at Guantanamo Bay.
Various other protestors, including Sean Morgan, criticized Trump’s executive orders, including pardoning January 6th rioters and considering military action in Gaza. Adrienne Scott also voiced fears about billionaires influencing the government.
Public education also remained an important issue among protestors. “If we don’t talk and, you know, stand up for our rights, they’re just gonna walk all over us,” stated Maggie Drapeaux. At 12:53 p.m., a reporter counting from a nearby courthouse recorded 123 attendees. The Alaska Capitol Trump protest drew fewer people than past protests, but organizers remained committed to future activism.
This news article was originally published by Alaska Beacon.
