On Saturday, 800 residents of Lenawee County came together in Adrian’s Comstock Park as part of the No Kings Day of Action, joining seven million Americans in one of the largest single-day demonstrations in U.S. history.
The gathering—organized locally by Lenawee Indivisible and supported by community partners—was a peaceful, joyful expression of patriotism and resolve. The crowd spanned generations, from young children to seniors, with veterans standing shoulder-to-shoulder beside neighbors and families. American flags waved from every corner of the park, and clever handmade signs underscored a shared message: in America, there are no kings.
Community Spirit on Full Display
The event’s tone was one of unity and peaceful defiance. A patriotic playlist—powered by Lenawee Indivisible’s newly purchased sound system funded by community donations—kept spirits high with sing-along classics and a few dance favorites.
Local organizations filled the park with color and conversation. NAACP Lenawee County, Hope in Action, the Adrian Dominican Sisters, Rank MI Vote, the League of Women Voters, and the Lenawee Democrats hosted information tables and giveaways.
Lenawee Indivisible’s own table drew a steady stream of visitors eager to test their civic knowledge in a True/False quiz for a chance to win Indivisible gear or a $10 gas card—and to pick up a free “No Kings” button to wear proudly.
A volunteer was also on hand collecting signatures for two ballot initiatives—Michiganders for Money Out of Politics and Invest in MI Kids—adding to the day’s spirit of civic participation and community action.
Attendees described the atmosphere as “peaceful resistance done right”—a reflection of the group’s commitment to nonviolence, inclusion, and love of country. As one participant put it, “A President’s job is to unite, not divide. He’s so proud of his peacemaking around the world. Don’t you wonder why he does the opposite at home?”
Part of a Movement Bigger Than Any One City
Adrian’s action was one of more than 2,700 peaceful gatherings nationwide, sending an unmistakable message to Washington: the American people reject authoritarianism and demand a government that serves everyone.
Another No Kings demonstration in Tecumseh drew an estimated 200 people outside City Hall, where attendees stood from noon to 3 p.m. waving flags and holding signs. Together, the two Lenawee County events added to the national chorus calling for a government that serves the people.
Across the country, participants voiced similar calls for unity, accountability, and the rule of law. As Indivisible co-founders Ezra Levin and Leah Greenberg noted,
“Authoritarians want us to believe resistance is futile, but every person who turned out today proved the opposite. Trump may want a crown, but in this country, there are no kings.”
From veterans with Common Defense reaffirming their oath to the Constitution, to union nurses and teachers demanding fairness and compassion, the movement united Americans from all walks of life around a shared belief: our democracy belongs to the people.
Lenawee’s Role Moving Forward
Saturday’s turnout reaffirmed that Lenawee County is home to a growing network of people who love their country enough to publicly defend it.
As one participant put it, “We’re standing up because we believe in America’s founding promise—and we’re not giving up on it.”
Lenawee Indivisible invites everyone inspired by the No Kings movement to stay engaged. The group’s next meeting will be held Thursday, November 6 at 6 p.m. (please register on Mobilize for location details and Zoom access).
Together, we’ll keep building the joyful, grassroots power needed to protect democracy and ensure that, in this nation, we the people hold the power.