The renowned President of the Ukraine called for rallies and demonstrations on Wednesday, the one-year mark of the Russian invasion of their country and several dozen Ukrainians and supporters braved the chilly weather on Saturday to heed that call and they once again gathered on the Ruth Steinkraus Cohen Memorial bridge in the heart of Westport.  In his nightly address on Wednesday he spoke in English saying “Come to your squares, your streets, make yourselves visible and heard,” In Westport, we heard that call. Car after car that drove by blared their horns in support and many passengers took photos of the demonstrators. In attendance was Westport artist MIggs Burroughs who's grandparents were born in the Ukraine.

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The renowned President of the Ukraine called for rallies and demonstrations on Wednesday, the one-year mark of the Russian invasion of their country and several dozen Ukrainians and supporters braved the chilly weather on Saturday to heed that call and they once again gathered on the Ruth Steinkraus Cohen Memorial bridge in the heart of Westport. In his nightly address on Wednesday he spoke in English saying “Come to your squares, your streets, make yourselves visible and heard,” In Westport, we heard that call. Car after car that drove by blared their horns in support and many passengers took photos of the demonstrators. In attendance was Westport artist MIggs Burroughs who's grandparents were born in the Ukraine.

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On August 24, 1991 Ukraine was born, Ukraine is only 31, but it has strong roots that go back to great history. 

All those years Ukraine cultivated its love for freedom.  But now, war has fallen on my family. 

Forces are trying to destroy Ukraine and its freedom. As in passed generations Ukraine faced severe trial. And my people are forced to protect themselves, they're homes and families. Which they do skillfully because we are a real family .

We united together supporting each other with our bravery and strength. Today we fight but we are not afraid that's not how we were raised we will stand.

I know Ukraine will live and everyone will live a peaceful life

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