Low attendance was reported at the 'No Kings Rallies' over the weekend. With turnout for these demonstrations steadily declining, questions arise regarding the level of enthusiasm among Democrats for their own organized events. Could this shrinking participation serve as an indicator of broader Democratic voter turnout in the upcoming midterms? The initial wave of woke culture swept through society like a hurricane, instilling widespread fear and making open expression exceedingly difficult. Expressing anti-woke sentiment often meant facing cancellation, while creative industries—from film and television to stand-up comedy—struggled under strict constraints. Although the Trump presidency signaled the end of that era after a tumultuous decline, a second iteration is now trying to take hold. However, this attempted reboot is largely being overlooked by the public.
