As President Donald Trump prepares for Independence Day celebrations, some Democrats plan to take to the streets on America’s birthday to protest, reflecting a declining sense of patriotism among those on the Left.
Across the country, Democrats are organizing protests and boycotts on the 4th of July to voice their opposition to the nation’s current direction. A recent Fox News poll found that only 36% of Democrats say they feel proud of the United States today, compared to 85% of Republicans who express pride in their country.
In what some are calling the “No Kings 2.0” protests, Democrats in multiple states are uniting to highlight their concerns. The Women’s March, which aims to “transform everyday women into feminists,” is urging supporters to participate in their “Free America Weekend” events, Fox News reported.
“Together, we must ‘Free America’ from the grip of greedy billionaires who rig the system for themselves,” the website states. “Let’s stop the rich and powerful from gambling our future away. Free America from poverty and end the rigged system where the wealthy live large while the middle class foots the bill. Everyone should be able to afford food, rent, health care, and a decent life.
“Free America from arbitrary firings and a flood of unlawful orders. No one should be subjected to authoritarians overwhelming us with policies designed to spread fear and control. Free America from the grip of hate and the politics of fear,” the website statement continues. “Everyone deserves to live safely, love who they love, and be treated with respect. Free America now—to protect our freedoms before they’re gone. We need fair elections, the right to vote and protest, and real justice for all.”
John Schwarz, founder of The People’s Union USA, released a video on Instagram calling for a July boycott to protest ICE arrests and other policies of the Trump administration. “This is the most important boycott of the year. It’s not about politics, it’s about principle,” he said, instructing Americans to refrain from attending parades and fireworks shows. “It’s about walking away from the illusion they’ve built and reclaiming what it actually means to be free.”
Schwarz said “there is no independence to celebrate right now,” arguing the Constitution is being “trampled on.” The People’s Union USA founder has said the boycott must happen because people love America “too much to lie anymore.”
The upcoming July 4 protests stand in stark contrast to the president’s “America 250” initiative, which launched on Memorial Day and leads up to the celebration of America’s 250th anniversary on July 4, 2026. “Task Force 250 invites citizens to have a renewed love of American history, experience the beauty of our country, and ignite a spirit of adventure and innovation that will raise our nation to new heights over the next 250 years,” the website states.
Ambassador Monica Crowley, who is chief of Protocol in the Trump administration, opened up about the year-long celebration for “the greatest nation the world has ever known” on FOX Business’ “Kudlow.”
“The objective of ‘America 250’ is to bring the country together again,” she said. “It’s to unite America based on patriotism, shared values, and this renewed sense of pride in our country. That is something that President Trump has done his entire career, but certainly since he has been president over the last 10 years and this is something, a real point of celebration over the next year as we bring this party to all Americans, both here and abroad.”
