no kings protest Richmond Virginia Saturday March 28 2026 CC Martin Images News

Phil and Claudia, a couple that moved relatively recently to their small Cherry Street row house, are very happy with their new home and neighborhood but even happier with the area’s marching activities.

While admitting that they were a little apprehensive about moving into the decidedly liberal-leaning city at the beginning of last year, the retired pair say that activist, marching events have encouraged them to become more social and more… active.

“We even attended both ‘No-Kings’ events this past weekend- they pretty much ran on top of each other and they were so full of shared vibrancy. Not sure exactly what a ‘No-Kings’ is, but, gosh, there are a lot of people saying critical things about our President” said Claudia. “So much anger… but all the signs, music, and chanting make these happenings very festive. We met a lot of very nice people who are of the same age as us. We are all friends and neighbors now after letting off a little steam.”

When asked about the politics surrounding the marches, Phil answered,”We learned from our previous jobs in the corporate world to be agnostic about politics, but we are absolutely enthusiastic about the camaraderie, the sight-seeing, and especially the scheduled exercise.”

In conclusion, Phil added, “We have learned so much touring around downtown and Monroe Ward, we feel like real locals now. They should do these marches every weekend, especially for people like us who are relatively new to Richmond’s downtown living. Maybe combine them with the First Friday Art Walks.”

A Venture Richmond spokesperson hinted they are working up a program based on this very suggestion.