Barack Obama said, "If we want democracy to flourish, we will have to fight for it." Our democracy is under direct threat. Silence is no longer an option. Be courageous. Show up. Speak out. Resist. Join host Indivisible Forest Lake & Surrounding Area for a ‘WE THE PEOPLE’ Bridge Rally on the Broadway Avenue Bridge over I-35 in Forest Lake! SAFETY GUIDELINES: A core principle behind our actions is a commitment to nonviolence in all we do. We expect all participants to seek to de-escalate any potential confrontation with those who disagree with our values. This is a peaceful, respectful, and positive event. Stay on the sidewalk at all times (public property). Do not obstruct traffic - vehicle or pedestrian. Do not engage in purposeful actions that distract drivers. Inform and educate. Engage, don't enrage! Our bridge events have been largely very positive. There will be negative gestures - just smile and wave. Safety is paramount. The local police department is aware of the event and will be patrolling the area. ARRIVAL, PARKING & EVENT DETAILS Park/gather in the parking lot behind McDonalds and Chase Bank at 4:00 pm (right off of 135) to organize. If this area starts to fill up, please utilize the spaces on the north end of the Walmart lot. WE NEED TO LEAVE OPEN SPACES for large vehicles (buses, trucks/trailers) behind McDonald's and Chase Bank. We'll start hiking to the bridge about 4:15 or so. Rally will run from 4:30-5:30 pm. Come when you can and stay as long as you’d like. Additional details regarding parking, safety, and more will be sent closer to event day. WHAT TO DO/BRING Dress for the weather. Bring a water bottle and/or chair, if needed. Bring a sign or flag. SIGN IDEAS DEFENDING DEMOCRACY & CIVIL RIGHTS - Specific concerns such as attacks on democracy or the constitution, attacks on veterans or working-class communities, voter suppression, criminalization of protest, disappearing immigrants without due process, attacks against the LGBTQIA+, or other actions perceived as attacks on civil and human rights; POWER OF THE PEOPLE - Emphasize that in America, the power lies with the people, urging collective action and resistance against injustices, We The People, rejecting authoritarianism, NO KINGS BUILDING COMMUNITY – Hate Has No Home Here, All Are Welcome, Immigrants Make Our Communities Stronger/Better/Richer, etc.