A public protest was held in front of San Francisco City Hall in California, United States, on March 8th, marking the 152nd consecutive demonstration organized by the Free Burma Action Committee-Northern California. The protest was conducted under the theme ‘Break Free from General Crisis, Don’t Give the Common Enemy an Exit.’ This significant demonstration brought together various pro-democracy forces, supporting civilians, and student activists who united to express their solidarity with the Myanmar people’s struggle for democracy.
The protest saw active participation from Spring Revolution forces, supporting civilians, and student youth who collectively voiced their demands for the swift end of the military dictatorship in Myanmar and the restoration of democratic governance. The demonstrators called for an immediate halt to the military council’s violent actions, oppression of civilians, and forced military conscription. They also urged the international community to increase their support for the Myanmar people’s democratic struggle. The protesters emphasized the importance of maintaining pressure on the military regime while highlighting the ongoing crisis in Myanmar.
This San Francisco demonstration served as a crucial platform to raise international awareness about the Myanmar people’s fight for democracy and to garner support from the global community. The protest aimed to shed light on the hardships faced by civilians under military rule, including human rights violations and economic crises. Participants carried signs and posters related to the Myanmar cause, conducting their demonstration peacefully while drawing attention to the urgent need for international intervention and support. The event highlighted the continued resistance against military oppression and the unwavering determination of Myanmar people and their supporters worldwide to restore democratic governance in the country.
