DAVENPORT, IOWA (July 16, 2025) — On Thursday, July 17, community members in the Quad Cities will join Americans at hundreds of events nationwide to honor the legacy of Congressman John Lewis and fight back against the growing attacks on our civil and human rights.
The local action in Davenport, Iowa, is part of Good Trouble Lives On — a nationwide day of peaceful, nonviolent action rooted in the legacy of the civil-rights movement and inspired by John Lewis’ call to make “good trouble, necessary trouble.” July 17th marks the fifth anniversary of the passing of the great John Lewis.
Participants will gather at the TMBC Lincoln Resource Center to demand an end to the authoritarian attacks on our freedom to vote, protest, and organize — and to stand united against efforts to criminalize our communities, roll back our rights, and slash vital public programs.
The format of this event will emphasize education, civic engagement, solidarity across lines of difference, and action to protect democracy.
Doors open at 6PM for voter registration, information about voting rights, and informational tables hosted by local community organizations. Light refreshments will be available. At 7PM prompt, we’ll screen the award-winning documentary John Lewis: Good Trouble in the auditorium, followed by community speakers and a discussion about attacks on our civil and human rights. The event will end shortly after 9PM.
In the spirit of Lewis, this evening will be a space of peace, solidarity, and action. All participants are expected to uphold a strong commitment to nonviolence.
Local organizers invite press to attend, capture, and uplift the voices of those taking peaceful action in defense of democracy.
Visit goodtroubleliveson.org for more.
