Protesters unite globally for “Tesla Takedown Day” to oppose Elon Musk’s political decisions.
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Thousands of protestors are gathered in cities across the world on Saturday, March 29, for a day of action, dubbed “Tesla Takedown Day.”
Hundreds of locations worldwide were selected for this mass movement, with one of the key locations being right here in Memphis.
The aim is to express disagreement with Elon Musk’s political decisions through non-violent protests. These demonstrations have sparked strong reactions—both political opposition and support.
Protestors from all walks of life have gathered to stand united in Memphis, joining others around the world for the “Tesla Takedown Day.”
Shelby County residents have been seen gathering in protest recently. This time focused on more than 200 cities participating globally.
“We are not here to burn down the dealership. We are here to stand for democracy,” one protestor declared, expressing the core message of the event.
Last week, hundreds of protestors gathered in front of the Tesla showroom on Germantown Parkway. Since then, similar demonstrations have continued across the city, with people expressing their growing outrage.
Sabrina, a Tesla protestor in Memphis, shared why she felt compelled to take action at the last protest.
“I got tired of watching the news and doing nothing about it, and a sign doesn’t really do a whole lot, but it’s my little bit to let the people that can do something know that I’m behind them,” she said.
Another local protestor, Adrienne, was vocal about her concerns over what she perceives as government overreach.
“There’s no thought being given to this annihilation of these government services that we depend on,” she said.
Democratic Representative Antonio Parkinson of Memphis weighed in on the ongoing protests. Despite facing opposition last week, Parkinson expressed his support for the demonstrations.
“If they have concerns about government, you know, there should be some accountability when it comes to those that are, you know, operating in those spaces,” he said. “And I say, hey, hold them accountable. Hold all of us accountable.”
Parkinson emphasized that he takes his constituents’ concerns seriously and acknowledges the anger felt toward Musk’s actions.
“What Elon Musk is doing, there is rightful calls for people to be angry, concerned, for people to be nervous, you know, about what the future of America is,” he added.
Judy, another protestor, expressed her deep concerns for the future of the country, drawing on her personal experience with activism.
“It’s not my first rodeo. I did this when I was her age, and here I am having to do it again, and I’m terrified for our country and the loss of our democracy, and I’m thrilled to see all these people here and all these people honking. We need more. Much, much more,” she said.