BUFFALO, N.Y. — A wave of activism swept through Western New York Saturday as thousands gathered in Buffalo’s Niagara Square and in communities like Batavia and Williamsville to participate in the nationwide “No Kings Day” demonstration, a protest against authoritarianism, inequality, and threats to civil liberties.

Chants of “This is What Democracy Looks Like” echoed across the Queen City as demonstrators called for unity, action, and accountability from the administration of President Donald Trump. Participants carried signs and marched in solidarity with over 2,000 cities nationwide, amplifying concerns over healthcare, human rights, immigration policy, and more.

“Here I stand with all of you, screaming no kings,” shouted one speaker to a bustling crowd in Niagara Square.

The event

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