Healdsburg Council Member Reflects on No Kings Rally

Evelyn Mitchell shares her perspective on the community's response and the city's responsibility to support all residents.

Apr. 9, 2026 at 1:21am

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A cinematic painting of a solitary figure standing alone on a city street corner, the warm light and deep shadows creating a contemplative, nostalgic mood that evokes the council member's reflections on supporting her community.A city council member's quiet reflection on the community's response to national challenges underscores the vital role of local government in defending shared values.Healdsburg Today

Healdsburg City Council member Evelyn Mitchell attended the recent No Kings rally in her community, seeing it as an important show of support and engagement from residents. As both an individual and a council member, Mitchell is committed to protecting the city's values of diversity, equity, and inclusion, and ensuring all people feel safe, valued, and represented.

Why it matters

The No Kings rally was a response to concerning political decisions being made at the national level that are directly impacting local communities like Healdsburg. Mitchell's presence and reflections highlight the important role that local government can play in supporting and defending the rights and wellbeing of all community members, especially marginalized groups.

The details

Mitchell attended the No Kings rally on March 24 as both an individual and in her capacity as a Healdsburg City Council member. She was encouraged to see so many residents turn out to show their support for the community and its shared values. As a council member, Mitchell feels a profound responsibility to do everything she can to protect and support the Healdsburg community, especially in the face of funding cuts and broader efforts that challenge the city's commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

  • The No Kings rally took place on March 24, 2026.

The players

Evelyn Mitchell

A Healdsburg City Council member and former mayor who attended the No Kings rally to support her community.

Tom O'Hair

Evelyn Mitchell's husband, who also attended the No Kings rally with her.

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What they’re saying

“For me, being present was not optional. While I attended as an individual, my role on the City Council carries a profound responsibility to do everything I can to protect and support our community.”

— Evelyn Mitchell, Healdsburg City Council member

What’s next

Mitchell plans to continue listening, engaging, and doing everything she can to ensure Healdsburg remains a place where all people feel safe, valued, and represented.

The takeaway

This event highlights the important role that local government can play in supporting and defending the rights and wellbeing of all community members, especially in the face of concerning national-level decisions that directly impact local communities.