SIGNS OF THE TIMES: KEY WEST’S SECOND HANDS OFF PROTEST DRAWS HUNDREDS

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Mandy Miles
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More than 300 demonstrators participate in an April 19 protest, part of a nationwide series of ‘Hands Off’ events meant to oppose the federal government’s actions under the Trump administration. LARRY BLACKBURN/Keys Weekly

Key Westers on April 19 once again joined the nationwide series of Hands Off protests and packed the 1300 block of White Street to oppose actions by the Trump administration.

Participants carried signs supporting democracy, the rule of law and due process for migrants deported to an El Salvador prison. They also opposed President Trump, tariffs and authoritarianism.

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Mandy Miles
Mandy Miles
Mandy Miles drops stuff, breaks things and falls down more than any adult should. An award-winning writer, reporter and columnist, she's been stringing words together in Key West since 1998. "Local news is crucial," she says. "It informs and connects a community. It prompts conversation. It gets people involved, holds people accountable. The Keys Weekly takes its responsibility seriously. Our owners are raising families in Key West & Marathon. Our writers live in the communities we cover - Key West, Marathon & the Upper Keys. We respect our readers. We question our leaders. We believe in the Florida Keys community. And we like to have a good time." Mandy's married to a saintly — and handy — fishing captain, and can't imagine living anywhere else.

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