The crowd gathers at the edge of the park adjacent to City Hall...interestingly, under the Stars and Stripes.
View from above, replete with flowers, trees...and City Hall protected by Newport Beach Police officers.
Protestors listen to several speakers. Most were masked...few were socially distanced.
Another view of participants and City Hall
Speakers with audio amplification were in the foreground...almost like an amphitheater.
Early in the speech of Justin Frazier, the crowd was thin...it filled in quickly.
Several ex-marines and flag bearers dotted the crowd. Sculpture is a "burning match"
As noted, the attendees filled in and crowded together.
Justin Frazier, an ex-marine, spoke passionately about social justice, the history of racism (especially Tulsa). He motivated the crowd to chant with him and to be active but not violent.
Another view of the area adjacent to City Hall.
Bright sunshine and warmth were present even at 6:30pm as the crowd paid rapt attention to the speakers.
Young lady, studying for her advanced degree spoke about her life and growth as a black woman.
Signs were home made reflected the same themes as shown at previous rallies in Newport Beach.
Mr. Frazier making a point to a mostly youthful contingent.
Late attendee.
Sign bearers with some art skills.
Mother and daughter Laker fans.
Mr. Frazier speaking to the crowd.
An interesting part of the crowd. Perhaps someone can help me understand why licking toes is such a good alternative.
Some glamor made the crowd more interesting.
Newport Beach City Hall protected by a contingent of police standing by quietly. Demonstrators are reflected in the windows.
