The article highlights the participation of young protesters in the "No Kings" demonstration in San Jose against President Trump's policies. While Shimon Goldstein and other youths expressed strong opinions about the political climate, their numbers were notably lower compared to adult attendees. Evelyn Nguyen emphasized the need for more youth involvement for their future, while U.S. history teacher Melanie Ontiveros raised concerns about political violence discouraging attendance. The piece reflects on the overall trend of decreasing youth participation in protests despite previous increases in the late 20th and early 21st centuries.
Goldstein noted, "The president is doing some very, very dangerous things," emphasizing the urgency of youth activism amid troubling political actions.
Despite a strong adult turnout, Evelyn Nguyen expressed concern over the lack of young participants, stating, "We have to worry about our future."
Historians and teachers assert that youth participation in political protests has decreased, with educators highlighting diminished engagement among young people today.
Melanie Ontiveros pointed to the fear instilled by political rhetoric, suggesting that threats of violence had dissuaded parents from allowing their teens to protest.
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