“We come together to build a movement rooted in solidarity, justice, and collective power that pushes back against the current threat to our rights and democracy,” says the Free State Coalition (FSC) of Maryland, an egalitarian grassroots group made up of everyday Marylanders committed to uplifting local communities and defending democracy through direct action and support of local networks.
On Saturday, April 5, 2025 in front of Baltimore City Hall, the FSC hosted the ‘One Fight, One Future’ Peace Rally and Protest, which drew close to 3000 citizens interested in “creating lasting connections, supporting one another, and ensuring that every voice is heard.”
The FSC is affiliated with the 50501 Movement. This national movement organized a demonstration across the 50 states on February 5, 2025, where people came together to peacefully voice their opposition to the erosion of our democracy from the current administration. The movement continues as states around the country take action through community outreach, mutual aid, protests, and much more.
For those who could not be there in person, the FSA suggests other ways to protest. They suggest calling your government officials, donating to charities that help the populations most affected by Trump’s executive orders, volunteering with organizations that defend our civil rights, spreading the word and educating others about the issues and implications of Trump’s unlawful actions. The organization’s call to action is echoeing across the country today: “Share, amplify, and take action—this fight belongs to all of us.”
