Join SJ-ACT and other UUCW members for rallies that are planned around the area on Oct. 18th. Wear yellow to all No Kings events. Across the world and throughout history, color has been a powerful symbol of collective strength and resistance. By wearing yellow, we align ourselves with that enduring tradition and take a bold step toward our shared future.
1. Waukesha: Cutler Park, 321 Wisconsin, from 1:00-2:30 pm. https://mobilize.us/s/Jj6sgX
Jodi Schroeder will be our UU point person at the Waukesha Rally. Anyone who wants to join other UUs can meet her at the Democratic offices, 336 Wisconsin Ave, Waukesha, WI 53186.
2. Milwaukee-Cathedral Square, 520 E Wells St. from 11:30 am – 2:00 pm.
Join fellow UUs from UUCW and First Church to peacefully gather and side with love together.
We will meet by the Immigrant Mother statue, which is near the stage on the southwest side of the square.
At 12:05 pm, we will flank Rev Jennifer on stage for 5-10 minutes. We will show up on the Side of Love and learn and we will sing a chant.
Rev. Kimberlee Carlson, First Church, and Rev. Jill Braithwaite will also attend this rally.
3. Brookfield: Main Street and Blue Mound Road from 11:00 am – 12:30 pm. https://mobilize.us/s/uEHdPC
Karen Zimmerman will be our UU point person in Brookfield. The starting point will be at the Qdoba Restaurant on the Southside of Bluemound, 16005 W. Bluemound Rd.
STAY SAFE – Protest Safety and Know Your Rights
These Rallies are Peaceful, Respectful Gatherings Centered on LOVE
Best practices when going to a rally
- Use only respectful language
- no weapons, or anything illegal
- Go with others, take a photo ID
- Download a secure messaging app like Signal
- If taking your phone, be sure it is fully charged, and place in Airplane Mode
- dress comfortably, consider not wearing contact lenses.
- Know your rights
- Have a safety plan in case you are separated
- Identify the organizers, contact if issues
- Write important phone numbers with a permanent marker on your arm
- Counter-protesters have rights
- de-escalate: ignore, walk away, chant
If stopped or questioned by an authority
- Stay calm, use a neutral voice
- do not resist or obstruct
- Keep hands visible
- Ask, “Am I free to leave?” and do so if you can
- State, “I wish to remain silent.”
- State I do not consent to a search of yourself, your home, car, or stuff; however, some authorities have the right to anyway
- Ask to speak to a lawyer
Know Your Rights
- To peaceful assembly
- Not to be detained without a valid reason
- To refuse to consent to searches
- To remain silent
- To ask for a lawyer if you are detained or arrested
If you have any questions about any of these rallies, contact Mollie Conrad.