Another Protest in Wisconsin Rapids

Wisconsin Rapids, Wis. (WFHR, WIRI) – Another protest in Wisconsin Rapids took place on March 21, 2025. A small group spread out across the East Riverview Expressway bridge holding signs by Aspirus Hospital.

One attendee spelled out her reasons for attending the event saying, “I’m protesting the dismantling of our government and the inhumane treatment of the people they’re deporting.” She said she’s concerned America has turned into an oligarchy. An oligarchy happens when a small group of people control the government. She stated, “Our laws are being pushed aside.”

United States Constitution

Our constitution in the United States divides the federal government into three branches. Legislative, executive, and judicial. These separate but equal branches of government were written into the constitution to make sure that no individual, small group, or single branch would have too much power. Protestors at Friday’s rally stated, “Get out and make your voice heard. We have to push back. Our democracy is at stake.” Attendees said they will keep coming every week to raise awareness about what is happening in our government.

Signs for a Variety of Concerns

Protestors held signs reading “Thank you Federal Workers” and “No Lying King.” Another called out Senator Ron Johnson and Senator Derrek Van Orden hiding from voters. Several signs being held by those on the East Riverview Expressway bridge protested taking rights away from women, one stating “Women’s Rights are Human Rights.”

One first time attendee at this weekly rally stated, “I want to make sure that people know that a vote for Susan Crawford is a vote to protect women’s rights, our civil rights.” She said that Crawford’s opponent wants to take the laws backwards. “I don’t want somebody gonna get on the Supreme Court that’s supporting a law from the 1800’s. I mean, we’ve come a long way and so I just don’t want to go backwards. We need to keep going forward.” Protestors said they plan to hold the protest in Wisconsin Rapids every Friday at 3PM.

Constitutional Amendment

One attendee also gave an opinion on the constitutional amendment on the ballot. “I would encourage everybody to vote no on the amendment because all it is is a voter suppression attempt.”

Election Information

The Spring Election is Tuesday, April 1st. Polls are open 7AM to 8PM. Early voting is already taking place. Check with your local clerk for early voting hours. You can visit myvote.wi.gov to check your registration, find out how to register, and find out where you need to go to vote.