Protesters gathered outside the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, DC, on Saturday to voice their opposition to the policies of President-elect Donald Trump ahead of his upcoming inauguration. The crowd was filled with individuals holding protest signs, such as Linda Hurley from Maryland, whose sign called for the protection of civil rights and the environment.
Hurley expressed strong criticism of Trump, labeling him as a 'fascist, felon, liar, indecent human being.' Despite her negative views, she emphasized the importance of peaceful protest as a means to inspire hope and encourage people to speak out against perceived injustices.
Miriam Lawrence Leupold, a pastor from Albany, New York, joined the protest to raise concerns about the potential impact of Trump's presidency on minority groups. Leupold, who had previously visited DC during Trump's first term, described the incoming president as 'evil' and felt compelled to bear witness to the dissatisfaction with his administration.
Rev. Laura Harbaugh and Rev. Margaret Brack, representing Episcopal churches in Maryland, highlighted their worries for marginalized communities under the new administration. They expressed a commitment to supporting groups likely to be affected by Trump's policies, including immigrants, LGBTQ individuals, and healthcare workers.
