Hundreds gather in Lewiston to support Somali Mainers

Hundreds rally in Lewiston in solidarity with Somali community

Hundreds of people rallied in Lewiston on Saturday in support of the state’s Somali community, a response to President Donald Trump’s recent comments that Somali immigrants are “garbage” that he doesn’t want in the country. Most attendees were not Somali, but say they turned out to show their solidarity. The event also drew a long roster of elected officials and candidates. The rally was organized by Safiya Khalid, a former Lewiston city council…

Mainers rally to support Somali community after Trump comments

Organizers and attendees at a Somali solidarity protest in Lewiston say they’re standing up to hateful rhetoric and policies targeting Somali-Americans.

Advocates rally in Lewiston to support Somali community after Trump's remarks

Dozens of advocates lining Kennedy Park Saturday showing support for the Somali community.

Hundreds gather in Lewiston to support Somali Mainers

Recent negative comments from President Donald Trump inspired a celebration of Somali Mainers in Lewiston on Saturday.