Saturday, August 16th, 12:00-1:30 pm, Protect the Vote & Fight the Trump Takeover Rally, East side of Ft. Stanwix (sidewalk along Black River Blvd), Rome, NY.  Let’s be clear: this fight started in Texas, but it doesn’t end there. This isn’t just about redistricting or one state’s politics. It’s about the future of our democracy. Trump is terrified of the American people. He knows he can’t win on his ideas, so he’s trying to take Congress by hook or by crook--and he’s doing it by silencing the voices of communities of color. We’re not going to let that happen.We'll be gathering on the sidewalk where E. Dominick Street meets Black River Blvd and stretching out from there. Bring your chairs, signs, drums, horns, kazoos, and American flags. It will be warm and sunny so wear a hat, bring an umbrella, and use sunblock! We will have some ice and water. There is a public parking lot on James Street and parking spots along Black River Blvd.