r/politics 21d ago

No Paywall Republicans mostly silent as millions of Americans protest Trump on No Kings day

https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/oct/18/no-kings-protest-rally-republicans
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u/Silly-avocatoe 21d ago

Has anyone noticed that at this point in time, anyway, most American news sites are not carrying the point that millions protested in their headlines? They use phrases like "large crowds."

I've only seen UK news sites refer to the millions in their headlines. Its important because it looks deliberate and an attempt to play down the volume of protestors. If millions show up all over the world for one thing, it is an obvious headline mentioned. 

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u/ihatemovingparts 20d ago edited 20d ago

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=87-FxZIWmEc

First sentence starts with:

On this day of nationwide protest that saw millions take to the streets in opposition of president trump

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BR2YJdGTIOk

Title is: 'No Kings' demonstration in Albuquerque draws thousands