Pussy Riot conducted a pop-up demonstration in Washington Square Park to alert Americans about the dangers of authoritarianism, drawing parallels between the current political climate in the U.S. and their experiences in Russia under President Vladimir Putin. The group, known for advocating female and LGBTQ+ rights, urged citizens to heed their warning that unchecked power could lead to a dictatorship in America, much like their own country. The demonstration came amidst rising concerns about the Trump administration's actions, including aggressive deportations and crackdowns on protests, emphasizing the importance of safeguarding democratic freedoms.
The only thing we can do is show the example of what happened with our country. The freedoms in our country were not taken immediately.
Now Pussy Riot have turned its attention to the United States, warning that if the Trump administration continues unchecked, America could soon become like Russia.
Unfurling banners under the arch in Washington Square Park, the group yelled: Wake up, America! This has never been just a Russian problem.
Pussy Riot made a pop-up demonstration in Washington Square Park on Wednesday afternoon with what they called an effort to warn Americans of authoritarianism.
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