Anti-fascist rally in St. Petersburg

On May 8, 2006, a rally dedicated to the World Day against Fascism was held in St. Petersburg in front of the Baltic House Theatre. It was attended by about 50 members of the regional branch of the party "Yabloko", public organization "Memorial" and the United Civil Front.

The rally participants called to resist fascism in all its manifestations. One of the slogans of the action was - "No to fascism of all stripes - from doorways to authorities . "

During the rally, its participants clashed with Nashi activists who tried to join the protesters under the slogan "No to fascism!" . After that, the opposition began to chant "No to fascism in the form of nashism!" . The ensuing fight was dispersed by the police.

Sources

• In St. Petersburg, Nashi were not allowed to attend an anti-fascist rally // IA Regnum. 2006. May 10.