Alex Helmig

The large Civic Center field was a festival-like setting with a big stage at one end where several speakers, including U.S.

Senator Raphael Warnock, spoke.

Katie Spencer was holding a sign quoting George Washington's farewell address.

She says peaceful rallies like this make a difference and highlight abuses from the most powerful people.

Atlanta's rally in March is one of several throughout Georgia.

For NPR News, I'm Alex Helmig in Atlanta.