Connecticut Rallies Unite for Voting Rights and Democracy
WHO:
Fox News - Protesters at official No Kings events openly urged voters to "vote blue" and elect Democrats, directly contradicting organizers' nonpartisan rules.
New Haven Independent - David Lavine expressed feelings of betrayal by the Republican Party during the "No Kings" rally.
CT Mirror - Participants in the 'No Kings' demonstrations included various groups advocating for voting rights and democracy.
CT News Junkie - The events were part of the “No Kings” movement, which involved numerous organizers focused on voter mobilization.
WHAT:
Alternet - A new piece from MS NOW argued that the absence of anti-Trump Republicans from the No Kings events indicates they are "all talk and no action."
New Haven Independent - The "No Kings" rally focused on promoting early voting.
Alternet - A Fox News poll conducted between Oct. 9-12 found that among self-identified MAGA Republicans, Trump’s approval rating is 95 percent, while among Republicans who don’t self-identify with Trump, 47 percent approve and 52 percent disapprove. Among independents, 22 percent approve and 78 percent disapprove.
CT Mirror - The 'No Kings' demonstrations were part of a nationwide day of protests against perceived threats to democracy.
CT News Junkie - Dozens of events took place in Connecticut aimed at rallying voters for the midterm elections.
WHERE:
CT Mirror - The protests occurred across Connecticut.
CT News Junkie - Events were held in various locations throughout Connecticut.
WHY:
New Haven Independent - Lavine stated he was a Republican because he believed in free markets and free institutions, not their dismantlement.
CT News Junkie - The theme “No Kings” was intended to protest the rise of authoritarianism and political violence in the United States.
HOW:
Fox News - Protesters at the No Kings events expressed partisan sentiments, which went against the intended nonpartisan nature of the demonstrations.
CT Mirror - The demonstrations were organized as part of a nationwide effort to raise awareness about voting rights and democracy.
(UPDATED October 18, 2026 02:04 UTC)
Protesters at the official No Kings events openly urged voters to "vote blue" and elect Democrats, directly contradicting the organizers' nonpartisan rules. A new piece from MS NOW suggested that the absence of anti-Trump Republicans at these events indicates they are "all talk and no action." This partisan sentiment expressed by protesters stands in stark contrast to the intended nonpartisan nature of the demonstrations.
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(UPDATED October 17, 2026 23:56 UTC)
At the "No Kings" rally, David Lavine shared his feelings of betrayal by the Republican Party while advocating for early voting. He emphasized that his support for the party stemmed from his belief in free markets and free institutions, not their dismantlement. Lavine's remarks reflect a growing discontent among some party members regarding its current direction.
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(UPDATED October 17, 2026 22:57 UTC)
A recent Fox News poll shows that among self-identified MAGA Republicans, President Trump enjoys a remarkable approval rating of 95 percent. In contrast, only 47 percent of Republicans who do not identify with Trump approve of his performance, while 52 percent disapprove. The poll also reveals that just 22 percent of independents approve of Trump, with a significant 78 percent expressing disapproval.
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(UPDATED October 17, 2026 21:59 UTC)
The 'No Kings' demonstrations took place across Connecticut as part of a nationwide day of protests against perceived threats to democracy. Various groups advocating for voting rights and democracy participated in these events, which aimed to rally voters for the upcoming midterm elections. The movement's theme, "No Kings," was designed to protest the rise of authoritarianism and political violence in the United States.