A group protested at Miller Park demanding “No War on Iran”
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Saturday evening, a protest was held at Miller Park centered on a growing concern: the possibility of war with Iran.
The rally, organized by local activists, drew people with signs, chants, and passion.
Their message was clear: No War on Iran.
We spoke with one of the organizers, a protester, and someone on the opposing side to understand the full picture.
A group of demonstrators gathered at Miller Park Sunday evening.
Noah Abbas, one of the organizers, shared his thoughts:
“Yeah, it’s not really about who I support or don’t support. We’re against the war. It’s not going to solve any problems—it’s just going to create more. It’s going to get people killed. I can’t think of a single time the U.S. waged war in the Middle East where it ended well.”
Organizers emphasized that even a U.S. victory wouldn’t justify the cost.
Serenity McGill, another organizer, expressed her concerns:
“Even if the U.S. were to win, there would still be multiple women oppressed right here in America—the so-called ‘land of the free.’ And if we win the war with Iran, who will be left? What civilians will survive? Some women might get a chance at freedom, but so many innocent lives would be lost. Is that really worth it? In my opinion—no.”
But not everyone agreed with the protest’s message.
Jay Proudlove, an opposing voice at the rally, said:
“Under the First Amendment—freedom of speech, assembly, the press, and religion—that’s what this country is built on. But some of those freedoms are starting to fade. When I see people waving the Iranian flag—it really offends me. Just like the Nazi flag does. My grandfather served in World War II against that kind of stuff. So yeah, it bothers me.”
One concerned individual added:
“America should come first. Everyone needs to stay in their own lane until something actually happens.”
They went on to say that while people are quick to shout, shouting alone won’t fix anything.
As tensions rise on the global stage, emotions remain high here at home—leaving one thing clear: this conversation is far from over.
