Unsolicited Messages Flood Americans Amid Protests
Many Americans are currently overwhelmed with unsolicited texts and emails as they look for financial support to address expenses related to protests occurring in over 100 major cities this Saturday. These communications often include links to left-leaning fundraising platforms like ActBlue, Inequality Media, ActionNetwork.Org, and ProtectVoting.Org.
One peculiar text message that has circulated widely appears to come from Robert Reich, who served as Secretary of Labor under President Clinton. It reads: “Robert Reich, I’m here. Are you planning to attend the No Kings Day event on October 18th? Please contact me.” This message directs recipients to ActionNetwork.Org.
Interestingly, there’s fine print below where attendees can confirm their participation. It mentions a legal immunity clause that protects certain left-wing groups involved in “peaceful protests” from liability related to injuries or fatalities that occur during the events.
The liability waiver states:
By participating in this event, I agree to release Inequality Media Civic Action, Inequality Media, Blue Future, Social Security Works, HollywoodDemocrats.com, and other partners from liability for any injury to my person or property connected with this event.
I hereby release and hold harmless the Released Parties from any costs, damages, and liabilities related to personal injury, property damage, or similar issues incurred during my participation.
Furthermore, one widely circulated spam email is prompting recipients to donate funds aimed at transporting “university students and young people” to the protests. For instance, a $25 donation is said to cover bagels and coffee for one busload of participants, while larger donations would provide other essentials for numerous “students” traveling to the No Kings Day protest.
Earlier this year, during a No Kings Day protest at the Texas State Capitol in Austin, it was noted that there were no visible college students receiving these promised refreshments. Some demonstrators, equipped with helmets and gas masks, appeared prepared for escalating tensions, reflecting a serious attitude towards potential violence.
In Austin, numerous “No Kings” protesters took to downtown streets wearing dark attire and protective gear, clashing with police who aimed to block their path near a busy highway. This confrontation lasted several hours, with demonstrators moving police barricades into the streets. Law enforcement ultimately intervened and dispersed the crowd just before midnight.
As the event progressed, some protesters faced arrests for refusing to comply with orders to clear the area, as officials classified the gathering an unlawful assembly.
The inclusion of the liability disclaimer in fundraising efforts hints at an acknowledgement that upcoming No Kings Day demonstrations could be just as disruptive as previous protests observed in June.
