Today citizens across the country are taking part in “No Kings 2.0” protest rallies, a coordinated progressive movement aimed at protesting the fascist regime of Donald Trump.

When I woke up this morning, I put on an anti-Trump T-shirt and joggers. I was not wearing my anti-Trump shirt to mark No Kings Day or because I remembered what today signifies; honestly, I often wear anti-fascist clothing, so it just happened by chance. I live and breath resistance by posting anti-Trump essays to my blog, by writing editorials for local newspapers, by speaking out for justice on social media, and by wearing branded clothing that will enrage MAGA cultists.

I attended the Lynchburg, VA No Kings Rally held in Miller Park, and I was pleasantly surprised that hundreds gathered to protest Trump in the city that is home to Liberty University, the evangelical Mecca.

I was delighted by the presence of a significant contingent of clergy, it is soul-satisfying to witness Christian ministers protest the fascist Christian Nationalist MAGA movement.

Many boomers who opposed the Vietnam War attended. The fight against fascism is ongoing; complacency allows it to resurface.

It was unseasonably warm 78 degrees, and I had a wonderful time. I met many friends, everyone who is against Trump is my friend.

I hope I made my anti-Trump sister and nieces proud today.