Ron Charles

The Right to Make Noise

A vivid history of protest arrives as American leaders grow increasingly hostile to dissent.

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Ron Charles
May 29, 2026
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“Never, ever be afraid to make some noise and get in good trouble, necessary trouble.”
               — John Lewis

Oil companies call them terrorists.

Sen. Ted Cruz wants to prosecute their organizers like mobsters.

Florida lawmakers have suggested drivers can run them over.

For a nation launched by vandals in Boston Harbor, America has grown obs…

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