Black America is Divided on Whether it Was OK to Sit out the April 5 Protests |…
While millions of people gathered around the country to protest, most Black people were happy to watch from the sidelines.
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Massive "Hands Off Personal Data" Protests Erupt Across US
On April 5th, 2025, large-scale protests erupted across the United States, notably in New York City and Washington D.C., under the banner of "Hands Off Personal Data." The demonstrations, captured in a viral video by ⭐️Coach🥷Chitown⭐️, showcased a significant public outcry against perceived threats to personal data privacy. The video footage depicts massive crowds marching, holding signs with slogans such as "Hands Off Personal Data" and "Somebody Just Do It Already." While the protests were widespread, the video's author, in a commentary overlay, noted a relative lack of minority representation among participants. "Not too many minorities are out there," he observed, adding, "A lot of people decided to sit their ass down for this one." Despite inclement weather reported in some areas, protesters persisted, many using umbrellas. The widespread nature of the protests and the passionate engagement of participants, as seen in the video, underscore the importance of data privacy concerns in the current political climate. The event serves as a powerful visual representation of civic engagement and the ongoing debate surrounding data protection.
