A HONK says, “I share your concern! I’m with you! Thank you for standing up for a positive change.”
One thing holding some people back from joining the protests is a lingering and legitimate concern about COVID-19. Some of us are still sheltering in place, though our hearts are with the protesters. There is an answer to this dilemma: Participate as a DRIVE-BY HONKER! You can remain in your car and simply drive up and down the streets where protesters are gathered and HONK in support of their cause.
This might sound silly, but it has a HUGE IMPACT. Honking encourages the protesters who have put themselves out there for a good cause. A HONK says, “I share your concern! I’m with you! Thank you for standing up for a positive change.”
There’s nothing worse for activists who are trying to rouse social consciousness than being met with blank stares and dead silence from passers-by who are clueless or indifferent. That is especially disheartening when critics of the protest shout insults or obscenities out their car windows. The motorists who HONK IN SUPPORT encourage and embolden the protesters to carry on.
If you support EQUAL JUSTICE FOR ALL but are unable to participate in a protest for any reason—whether it be due to a physical disability or a need to maintain social distancing—you can still be part of the event:
Just HONK in support of the protesters from the comfort and safety of your car.
This works well on public streets such as East Bidwell in Folsom, El Dorado Hills Blvd. and Latrobe in EDH, and Douglas Avenue in Roseville.
Protesters can encourage this form of support by holding signs that say, “HONK for. . .”
For example,
“HONK for Equal Justice for All”;
“HONK for racial equality”;
“HONK for Black Lives Matter”;
“HONK for Peace and Justice.”
“HONK for George Floyd”;
“HONK to end Police Brutality.”
“HONK for . . . [whatever].”
Whatever message you want to convey, preface it with “HONK for. . . “
Thank you for being part of this movement. We’ll see you at the next protest. Or we’ll HEAR you there when you HONK.