The article discusses the significant role public spaces play during protests, particularly highlighted by the 'Hands Off' rallies that occurred across California against the federal government's policies under Donald Trump. The protests featured participation from various cities, from smaller gatherings of a couple of dozen in Crescent City to over 20,000 participants in Los Angeles. The rallies exemplified the collective discontent among Californians, showcasing a vital aspect of democratic expression and the importance of urban design in facilitating such public demonstrations.
This weekend saw 'Hands Off' rallies at hundreds of cities across the country, opposing the policies of the United States federal government under Donald Trump.
California’s cities saw tens of thousands of protestors take to the streets to peacefully voice their discontent regarding national political issues.
Los Angeles hosted the largest rally in the state, with estimates of protestors surpassing 20,000, where a Trump Balloon effigy made an appearance.
Crescent City, California's northernmost city, saw a protest with a couple dozen residents actively participating despite its small population.
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