Anti-lockdown protests continue to gather momentum across the U.S. as people flood the streets, ignoring social distancing rules. Even though some states are beginning to ease restrictions, most of the country remains under some form of stay-at-home order, which is making protestors call for America to 'reopen' immediately.

Some critics think Donald Trump is to blame. Last week, the President posted a series of tweets, urging everyone to 'liberate' Minnesota, Michigan, and Virginia and said the 2nd Amendment's under siege.

Protests have erupted in over a dozen states from coast to coast. Here are some of the signs that were spotted there.

Demonstrations have occurred in Michigan, Ohio, North Carolina, Minnesota, Utah, Virginia, Kentucky, Wisconsin, Oregon, Maryland, Idaho, Texas, Arizona, Colorado, Montana, Washington, New Hampshire, and Pennsylvania. These states are led by both Republican and Democratic governors.

The crowds have varied in size quite a bit: from a few dozen protesters in Virginia and Oregon to thousands of people in Michigan and Washington state. The latter saw one of the largest demonstrations, with about 2,500 protesters gathering at the capital in Olympia. The state was the early epicenter of the COVID-19 outbreak in the United States.

In some places, these anti-lockdown demonstrations spawned counter protests. For example, in Colorado, healthcare workers blocked traffic at crossroads.

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3 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Good for them, protestors don't like it though when someone else uses their right to protest ;)

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Reportedly, the organizers of these protests have largely been conservative, pro-Trump and pro-gun activists. Many of these demonstrations have been described as reminiscent of Trump campaign events, carrying pro-Trump banners, t-shirts, and signs. Some of them were even calling for freedom over tyranny and comparing governors to dictators.

However, it looks like the protests represent just a small fraction of people. Last week, a Pew poll found that 66% of US adults say their greater concern is that state governments will lift restrictions too quickly, rather than not quickly enough.

Also, US public health experts and many state leaders have continued to highlight the importance of social distancing, arguing in favor of the measures protesters have taken issue with.

Political things aside, it's normal that some feel as if the quarantine is becoming an increasingly heavier burden. Counselor and psychotherapist Tati Silva told Bored Panda that the pandemic can bring a sense of loss: "People feel unstable because they don't know what is going on, panic and fear come to place." Silva warned that this might lead to people developing depression, panic attacks, and anxiety.

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If that is the case, it's important one takes care of their mental wellbeing during these difficult times. "Exercise if you can," Silva advised. "It will boost your mood. Set up buddy groups -- friends or family to do regular checking in with people. Distract yourself -- writing down your thoughts and feelings can help offload any worries and fear you may have."

And remember to be kind to yourself. "Don't overload yourself, thinking that you should be taking all the courses available online, learning 2 to 3 languages, and reading one book a day. That will make you feel overwhelmed. I also suggest that you pick one new thing every week to do, so your brain can get excited about the week to come."

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Yes you can make a choice but what about those others you might infect, narrow minded fool!

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

But the vaccine won't be ready for at least a year... so how is that a current 'campaign' against anti-vaxxers? When COVID-19 kills someone this ignorant woman actually cares about, I think she'll sing a different tune.

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Well seeing as there are so many idiots already there get one of them to do it, must be somewhere there who can cut a morons hair!

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Le Box of Shame
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

gotta get their hair ready so they can look nice while suffering in the hospital on a ventilator

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Geez. I want my hair colored, I have horrible grey outgrowth, but I more want not to die or kill my (elderly) parents by infecting them (or anyone else for that matter).

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KittyComics
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

having trouble not protesting and staying at home? give yourself a homemade butchercut.

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Karin Gibson
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

So do I BUT I would prefer getting it whilst I am still alive

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Kate Johnson
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Karin, me, too! In February, I finally got a haircut and had about two feet taken off. Got this really awesome cut that I loved, and the stylist said to come back in about two months. One of the best things about the hair cut was how short it was. Enough to cover the thinning, but none in my eyes. Now, it's all in my eyes and some is down to my chin!

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I won't cut MY hair because I'm worried I'll mess up, where I am (Maine) the virus is dying down and so I can go for a run every day again! That means I have to care how I look thi

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Dizzyaudiohh
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'm a hairstylist and this is literally the attitude of so many of my customers.. ME ME ME! There are so many entitled pricks in the world who think that we just live to serve them, that we have no life whatsoever.. it's ridiculous. Don't get me wrong though, there are also many who are great, that I absolutely adore but I cannot stand the entitled ones.

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Sue Prewitt
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

These people don't want to go back to work. They want YOU to go back to work! So they can go to the movies, get their hair cut, eat out, or whatever else their little brains can think of.

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Rhiannon C
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

How to get a haircut during quarantine: scissors and a youtube tutorial

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Meami
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I've seen more people on social media asking if someone will come do their hair. Do these idiots not realize that their hair is the least of their worries right now!!!

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Satilla Moulton
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I want a haircut too and my hair dyed but you don't see me out there risking myself and others.

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SF Angel
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

She “WANTS”. Typical narcissistic, self entitled brat

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Leon'
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

So do I!!! But everyone that I see with these signs, I've noticed that a haircut won't help. Just sayin'

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Sue Hazlewood
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I want a haircut too but am I going to risk my life or anybody elses to get it - NO

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Lennard de Jong
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Big joke. Dumbass...I wonder how those who lost loved ones feel about your gaiety?

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Kathy Kovach
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Well, she clearly needs one, but can't she just wear a baseball cap like the rest of us until this is over?

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Karen Klinck
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

A haircut isn't going to help her. She's ugly through and through.

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Jane Moore
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

ovisously has not got a friend who works in health cre and who has died as a result of the CV

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Vonny
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Vanity. Selfishness. Ignorance. Pathetic excuses by pathetic Republican Trump Lovers. PLEASE everyone vote this November, against Trump. Please.

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Steve Cruz
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Maybe she's mocking the protesters who claim their RIGHTS are being "trampled."

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sophia lazzaro
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I wish you could girl! Your hair looks like a mop. But saying that also means you're willing to put many people in the hospital because *gasp* you could be a carrier, moron!

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Ann McNeil
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I want a haircut too, but I'm not going to go out and protest for them to open before it's safe ....

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Lynn Ruth Greyling
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

So you can look your best while fighting for oxygen while on a ventilator...good thinking!

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Ana Linares
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'm sure the other idiots there can give you a haircut. But no brains unfortunately.

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Rhiannon C
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Which do you find more important: a haircut or a deadly virus that has killed thousands?

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Babs Waite
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

They can give her a free one and the undertakers when she dies from covid 19

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Stan Chung
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I want a haircut too but I understand the need to wait till the coast is clear.

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Jacquelyn Baker
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The funeral home will fix your hair for the service. Not that anyone will come to see it.

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Wow. Such first world problems. You're whining about wanting a haircut? Yeah, God forbid you get a little shaggy to spare others from possibly getting/spreading a virus. What a sacrifice!

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

As a real estate broker in NYC, I recall watching the Purge and thinking "what happens to all the houses and apartments the next day." Now, seeing these self-purgers I realize I need to see if my license has reciprocity in these states.

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Haircut won't help. You will still be stupid, thoughtless, and ugly on the inside.

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Carol Emory
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Actually there was a lady offering haircuts and makeup jobs in VA Beach...she said "Business is booming." She's a mortician and is offering appointments to anyone who thinks they shouldn't have to stay home.

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Orionpax75
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Why I'm betting even with a haircut you still can't get laid!! Yuckkkkkk

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Maureen McDermott
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What about the woman on the right? I believe "Save Our Small Business" be "SOSB."

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Susan
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

She should be wishing for a brain. Oh, if she only had a brain.

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KT Trondsen
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

well, you won't even get a hair cut if you die since funerals are banned so just stop worrying!!

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Lily
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Dude there is even a woman there wearing a face mask. I thought they didn't care.

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Kimberley McMillan
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Her Karen-cut is out of control, I'm not surprised she wants to speak to the virus' manager to get a haircut.

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

From whence did this urge to shave this wretched wenches' head come?

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It looks like she's having fun out there on the sidewalk with her perfectly disheveled hairdo...Good for her.

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

let her get it and die. let the Darwin award goes to the people of america this year. so many deserve it

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Concentration camps? Get history straight. If you freak out now, how would you react if REALLY bad times come back? Tens of millions died in World War 2!

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is Exactly what's wrong in so many discourses! The data is out there, you just have to look it up. In the time that it took to make that sign, she could have looked up the data. This happens so much, think of anti global warming protesters or people saying there's no gender pay gap. The data is there folks, but we don't feel like catering to your laziness, look it up yourselves.

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

But the off button on your respirator should be... (I feel bad for the doctors who will have to treat dumb*asses like this guy who they will feel obligated to treat under their swearing of the Hippocratic Oath).

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

True communism is about working together for the greater good. You, however, are free to die... I just wish you wouldn't take others with you and tax the health care system.

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