demonstrations

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After a day of largely peaceful demonstrations on Saturday, including a counter-protest in support of ICE, some protesters attempted to breach a police barricade, prompting police to use tear gas.

From Barron's • May 31, 2026

The atmosphere surrounding the state championships was notably calmer than a year ago, when demonstrations over Hernandez’s participation drew national attention.

From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2026

The demonstrations have been organised by a group called March and March, which describes itself as a citizen-led movement for immigration reform.

From BBC • May 27, 2026

They were jailed for 45 days, and by the time they were released, Daraa had weekly demonstrations that soon spread to the rest of the country.

From Slate • May 27, 2026

Howard Fuller and other black community leaders had no plans to mount further demonstrations at that point, but Mayor Grabarek changed that.

From "The Best of Enemies" by Osha Gray Davidson