VANCOUVER, Wash. — A grassroots protest and community action event titled “Rage Against the Regime” is scheduled for Saturday, August 2, from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM at Memory/Mill Plain Park in Vancouver’s Hudson’s Bay neighborhood. Organized by local activist KP, the event is part of a nationwide day of action tied to the #50501 movement, with simultaneous rallies expected across the country.
About the #50501 Movement:
The #50501 movement is a decentralized, grassroots coalition focused on promoting democracy, justice, and community empowerment through peaceful protest and civic engagement. Named symbolically to reflect a call for nationwide unity, the movement encourages local action, mutual aid, and voter mobilization across cities and states, often organizing coordinated national days of action like Rage Against the Regime.
More Than a Protest: Music, Speakers, Resources, and a March
This event goes beyond typical protest gatherings. Described by organizers as a day to transform collective frustration into community empowerment, attendees can expect a mix of music, speakers, voter registration opportunities, and local resource sharing.
Planned Highlights Include:
- 🎶 Live music, public speakers, and open discussions led by local activists and community leaders
- 🗳️ Voter registration tables and information on upcoming elections
- 💪 General strike sign-ups and QR code access to organizing materials
- 💲 Fundraisers supporting:
- Van Metro LULAC Legal Defense Fund (immigration legal access)
- SWWA LULAC Rapid Response Team (support for ICE-impacted families)
- East West Food Rescue (fresh food delivery to local families)
- ✍️ Petitions and organizing info from Indivisible Greater Vancouver
- 🛍️ A strong call to shop local and support community-based economic action
March Planned from Park to Esther Short
Following the main rally, participants are invited to march down Mill Plain Boulevard toward downtown Vancouver, with a final stop at Esther Short Park. The event intentionally coincides with ongoing community happenings downtown, including the Vancouver Farmers Market (9 AM–3 PM) and the Vancouver Music & Arts Festival (10 AM–8 PM).
Organizers encourage attendees to carry signs and messages of empowerment as they move through the city, turning the act of protest into a bridge toward civic participation and local support.
A Passionate Call to Action — Grounded in Nonviolence
While the tone of the event is bold and energized, promotional materials emphasize a commitment to nonviolence, solidarity, and sustainability. The phrase “Fueled by courage and grounded in nonviolence” appears prominently in the event description, which stresses that the movement is about channeling emotion into constructive engagement.
“We refuse to be burned out—we burn bright with purpose, vision, and resolve,” one part of the statement reads.
Why This Matters Locally
Though part of a national day of protest, Rage Against the Regime in Vancouver takes on a uniquely local shape. It merges political activism with community support and resource-sharing, representing a broader shift in how younger activists are organizing—blending protest with mutual aid, economic justice, and voter outreach.
Whether residents plan to attend, observe, or simply want to know what’s happening in their city, the event is expected to bring a visible presence to Mill Plain and downtown areas midday Saturday.
📍 Location: Memory/Mill Plain Park, Vancouver, WA (E Evergreen Blvd, Vancouver, WA 98663)
🕛 Date & Time: Saturday, August 2, 2025 | 12:00 PM–2:00 PM
🚶♀️ March to follow toward Esther Short Park
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