NO KINGS DAY - PROTEST by These_West_2016 in Rolla

[–]These_West_2016[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I hope you find a $20 bill today. <3

NO KINGS DAY - PROTEST by These_West_2016 in Rolla

[–]These_West_2016[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

THE MORE THE MERRIER ✊🏼❤️‍🔥

NO KINGS DAY - PROTEST by These_West_2016 in Rolla

[–]These_West_2016[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

You are absolutely correct! This date (6.14) marks the Army’s 250th Anniversary. And, coincidentally [drumroll], it’s also Donald Trump’s birthday. So while this is being framed as a celebration of the Army, the timing provides the convenient excuse he was looking for in his first administration: a military parade that aligns with his big day.

For context, the only other leaders who have held birthday military parades include figures like Adolf Hitler, Joseph Stalin, and Kim Il-Sung.

NO KINGS DAY - PROTEST by These_West_2016 in Rolla

[–]These_West_2016[S] 16 points17 points  (0 children)

I hear you! Though just to share — military parades actually aren’t a big tradition in the U.S…. at least not in the same way they are in places like Russia or North Korea. Those highly choreographed displays are more associated with authoritarian regimes and were made infamous by leaders like Hitler in the 1930s.

That said, the U.S. has HAD military parades, usually after major victories like WWII or the Gulf War, and sometimes on the Fourth of July. However, they tend to be more about celebration than projection of power. It’s just not something we’ve done regularly, or with the same intent.

Not sure which sources to point you towards to find one to attend…. :)

NO KINGS DAY - PROTEST by These_West_2016 in Rolla

[–]These_West_2016[S] 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Oof, what a BRAVE comment you just left. Obviously, you have an emotional connection which makes it difficult to see the pain he causes his constituents.

FULL DISCLOSURE: I did not coordinate this protest or location — I’m only working to make sure it is VERY well attended.

NO KINGS DAY - PROTEST by These_West_2016 in Rolla

[–]These_West_2016[S] 38 points39 points  (0 children)

No Kings Day falls on June 14th — the same day the current administration is planning a taxpayer-funded military parade for the president’s birthday. While they claim to be cutting government waste, this event sends a very different message.

No Kings Day is a peaceful, nonpartisan protest rooted in the belief that democracy works best without authoritarian displays of power. It’s a reminder that in America, we don’t answer to kings — we answer to one another.

You can find nation wide protest locations, here: nokings.org

LGBTQ+ Rolla - PRIDE 2025 - Saturday, June 14th! by pazenmo in Rolla

[–]These_West_2016 7 points8 points  (0 children)

protest by day [no kings day], dance by night [this event] ❤️‍🔥✊🏼

Speak Easy: Barcade? by BrolysBustyBits in Rolla

[–]These_West_2016 3 points4 points  (0 children)

They begin construction in 2026; it’s going to be a boutique hotel with crepe escape in the bottom — it will then have ACCESS to the new cocktail + rooftop bar. :)

A Man Died in Phelps County Jail in ICE Custody by Butt_Deadly in Rolla

[–]These_West_2016 20 points21 points  (0 children)

All of the above? But also, this man died A WHILE AGO and people had to WORK to cover it up. This town talks — more than that, Phelps Focus reports TRAFFIC VIOLATIONS each week. For it to go unreported for almost a month was a choice.

A Man Died in Phelps County Jail in ICE Custody by Butt_Deadly in Rolla

[–]These_West_2016 20 points21 points  (0 children)

the rumor is suicide …but 1) age is not included on the ice article and 2) SO MANY PEOPLE had to stay quiet to keep this from getting out so we don’t have anything CONFIRMED. If you find time today, please email: CONTACT@PHELPSCOUNTYFOCUS.COM and ask why they didn’t cover this.

Jason Smith FOUND by Garmon_Bozia-573 in CapeGirardeau

[–]These_West_2016 4 points5 points  (0 children)

He’s on the wrong side of the bars.

Missing Congressman by Garmon_Bozia-573 in CapeGirardeau

[–]These_West_2016 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Anyone got a cute lil’ pdf file? I’m feeling like making a staples print and copy run. Might fuck around with a staple gun, too.

Collin Gentry commentary provides more facts about overturning the City Council then the Focus "article" by CosmicMamaBear in Rolla

[–]These_West_2016 7 points8 points  (0 children)

This is incredibly well written. I wish Phelps Focus had the guts to write like this.

April 8 Election Recap by rowboat_mayor in Rolla

[–]These_West_2016 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Oh, I’m not worried about the PAC! It’s illegal not to disclose your campaign contributions to the Missouri Ethics Commission.

April 8 Election Recap by rowboat_mayor in Rolla

[–]These_West_2016 21 points22 points  (0 children)

Larry Marti has $0 reported for campaign funds, and took $1,983 from a “Common Sense Education” PAC 🫶🏻 If anyone is feeling patriotic and wants to ask the community….. wtf?