By Barbara Steenstrup — On March 28, Democrats Abroad Costa Rica will participate in a protest as part of the global day of defiance against authoritarianism. The event is timed to coincide with the “No Kings” Day demonstrations taking place across the U.S. on the same day.
The use of military force and putting American lives in harm’s way is a President’s most sacred power. The Trump regime is now waging a war for which it did not seek or secure Congressional authorization, making it illegal and unconstitutional. This unforgivable act has led to the death of 14 U.S. servicepeople and nearly 2,000 others in the region, a war involving 14 countries, and extensive destruction, with no end in sight.
This war of choice is costing more than a billion dollars per day, which is money that should be used to provide healthcare, nutrition assistance, housing, schools and more for Americans grappling with skyrocketing prices.
And we have not forgotten the murders of Alex Pretti and Renee Good at the hands of federal agents in Minneapolis. We will come together on March 28 to declare that the use of illegal force by this administration is unacceptable both abroad and at home.
The American people continue to fight back against the regime and its agenda with their voices and their votes. Since he was elected, voters have flipped 28 districts which initially voted for Trump, choosing Democrats instead.
According to Democrats Abroad International Chair Martha McDevitt-Pugh:
“2026 is a critical election year. All 435 Members of the U.S. House are up for (re)election, as well as 33 Senate seats, and 36 governors. Organizing and participating in actions such as the March 28 No Tyrants event is just one part of a massive turnout effort in 2026. It helps U.S. citizens abroad see they are not alone and that we are protesting and fighting back together. ”
The authoritarian tendencies of the regime are worsening as they confront the likelihood of a majority Democratic Congress being elected in November 2026. They are trying to scare and intimidate people from speaking out, showing up and voting. Democrats will do everything in our power to ensure free and fair elections in November.
Where: U.S. Embassy, San José, Costa Rica (Pavas)
When: Saturday, March 28, 1 – 3 pm
Media Contact: Barbara Steenstrup
email: brsteenstrup@gmail.com
WhatsApp: 7241 8653
About Democrats Abroad
Established in 1964, Democrats Abroad (@DemsAbroad) is the official arm of the Democratic Party for the millions of U.S. citizens living outside of the United States. We strive to provide U.S. citizens abroad a democratic voice in our government and elect Democratic candidates by mobilizing the abroad vote. We are recognized as a State Party by the Democratic National Committee and send delegates to the Democratic National Convention to vote for President and Vice President.
All eligible U.S. citizens abroad can vote. Our nonpartisan online voter registration tool – votefromabroad.org – makes it easy to request a ballot and vote absentee from any place on the planet.
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