Politics & Government

Black Lives Matter To Protest Trump Rally In Portsmouth

While Black Lives Matter organizers say their rally will be peaceful they warn that there may be the "possibility of armed opposition."

Black Lives Matter rally poster
Black Lives Matter rally poster (Courtesy)

By Black Lives Matter news release

PORTSMOUTH, NH — Black Lives Matter of Nashua and Black Lives Matter Manchester are co-organizing a protest of President Donald Trump’s visit to Portsmouth at the Portsmouth International Airport at Pease.

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NH Against Trump will last from 2 until 4:30 p.m. This won’t be the first time a white supremacist has planned a rally on New Hampshire’s Seacoast, but we will be ready to make our voices heard.

This will be a peaceful protest before Trump is scheduled to speak. We are working to coordinate medical professionals and peacekeepers. Please wear a mask and social distance.We will not be silenced. NH is too important. Organizations who wish to be allies can reach out via social media or email.

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Some important parts of this event to note:

  • This is a peaceful protest.
  • No firearms or intoxicants allowed.
  • Signs are welcome.
  • Please be advised of the possibility of armed opposition.

Interested community members can RSVP through Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/event...

Press: Samantha@BLMNashua.com AND BLManchesterNH@gmail.com


This story was originally published by InDepth NH.