Despite pouring rain, thousands gathered at Kingston’s Academy Green for the national “Hands Off!” protest, rallying peacefully against attacks on democracy, public services, and civil liberties.

Credit: Brian K. Mahoney

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Brian is the editorial director for the Chronogram Media family of publications. He lives in Kingston with his partner Lee Anne and the rapscallion mutt Clancy.