“I’m here because what I saw on January 6 was frightening and something that needed to have a counter response to,” said Eric Maroney with Central Connecticut Democratic Socialists of America.
Protestors drove through the streets of New Haven honking their horns. Several people marched up and down the road calling for unity and for change. Those who spoke in front of city hall demanded healthcare for all, racial justice, economic help, and a comprehensive immigration policy.
During the rally, New Haven’s mayor stopped by and spoke to the crowd.
With the country now led by a new president, activists say they’ll continue to push for change.
Demonstrators say they are holding National and Local leaders accountable after Presidential Inauguration
More than 15 different organizations came for the “People’s inauguration” as President Joe Biden and vice-president Kamala Harris were sworn in Author: Brian Didlake II Updated: 11:16 PM EST January 20, 2021
NEW HAVEN, Conn. Multiple faith and social justice leaders say the Rally held at Elm City’s city hall is meant to symbolize support for President Joe Biden’s inauguration and signify the inauguration of working together with local leaders for social and economic justice.
More than 15 different organizations came for the “People’s inauguration” as President Joe Biden and vice-president Kamala Harris were sworn into the nation’s highest office, but people in front of New Haven’s city hall say we still have a long way to go as a country.