Mourning in America: Wear black on April 15

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Mourning in America: A Nationwide Protest Launches on April 15th, Tax Day

March 8, 2025, Washington, DC — As we celebrate International Women’s Day today, we are launching a new grassroots movement, Mourning in America. As our first act of solidarity, we are calling on Americans to wear black on April 15th, Tax Day, to protest the country’s current trajectory. This national demonstration highlights growing economic struggles, governmental chaos, and threats to democracy by creating a powerful visual statement of unity and dissent.

Founded by artist and activist Cynthia de Lorenzi, she explains, “This movement is inspired by Ronald Reagan’s 1984 campaign ad, Morning in America, which celebrated prosperity and growth. Today, we are in a much different place in history. Mourning in America reflects the concerns of millions who feel the nation is in decline. From rising costs of living and political dysfunction to attacks on fundamental rights, the movement provides a platform for collective action and resistance. Our government is failing us, and we need to join forces and reclaim the country we love.”

Where we are today: Increasingly, Americans are struggling under economic hardship and mass layoffs. We are being subjected to new rules and regulations every day by a government that prioritizes the interests of the powerful over its citizens.

“The chaos and dysfunction in our legislative and executive branches have left the country in crisis,” de Lorenzi knows. “This movement is a call to action. By wearing black on April 15th, we make it clear: We are not celebrating—we are mourning.”

The movement is sponsored by the Empowered Together Network, co-founded on Nov. 6, 2025, by de Lorenzi and journalist, author, and founder of Inkandescent PR and Publishing Co., Hope Katz Gibbs.

“This peaceful protest is the first of many events designed to generate awareness and solidarity,” says Gibbs. “In the coming months, we’ll be conducting interviews with experts and leaders who will share their insights on the impact of the changes occurring in the nation, ranging from immigration and inflation to transportation, education, DEI, women’s rights, and more.” Look for that on our news portal, InkandescentWomen.com, and stay tuned for podcast and video interviews on InkandescentRadio.com and Inkandescent.tv.

Why April 15th? Tax Day symbolizes the financial burdens Americans face, particularly as income inequality widens and economic policies disproportionately benefit the wealthy and corporations. It is a day when millions are reminded of the cost of government without seeing the return on their investment.

Remember: This is not just a protest. It is a movement, de Lorenzi insists. “Mourning in America is part of ongoing demonstrations leading up to Election Day November 3, 2026 and Election Day November 7, 2028. We urge citizens from all backgrounds to stand together in a show of resistance and demand meaningful change. Even in mourning, there is hope. We will not stop until we see a new day rising and hope is restored to every American.”

How to Participate:

  • Wear black on April 15th to show solidarity.
  • Wear black every Friday to maintain momentum and show ongoing support.
  • Share your reasons for participating on social media using #MourningInAmerica.
  • Join local protests, vigils, or community discussions.
  • Contact elected officials to demand accountability and action.

Learn more: This movement is featured as a column in BeInkandescent Health & Wellness magazine. At right, find articles by citizens who share their thoughts about what it means to be an American in 2025.

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About Mourning in America: A non-partisan grassroots movement dedicated to raising awareness of economic injustice, political corruption, and threats to democracy, Mourning in America stands up for what we hold dear through peaceful protest and collective action. We seek to reclaim the promise of America for all its people.