This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at Emerson chapter.
Last week, the governor of Wisconsin introduced an initiative to reduce the state deficit by lessening state union privileges. The move sparked a nationwide protest, and Rhode Islanders showed their solidarity on Saturday as they braved 30-degree temperatures to hold signs and pass out flyers condemning the initiative. I went to Providence for a fun day trip and had no political agenda whatsoever, but the protest was thrilling to watch. Although America certainly has its share of problems, I love living in a country where people are able to express their opinions freely and peacefully!