WHO is MARCHING this Saturday?

We were going to march in Waco, but I think we are going to switch to Austin. We live in the middle so it isn't that big of a change. 

I'm not able to go today But I'm with y'all in spirit. Feeling guilty..........

I am so disappointed. I was planning on meeting my DD20 in Milwaukee for the march. I quickly made 3 2-sided signs. I woke up early with a stomach ache/twinge and let's say I was not comfortable being away from the bathroom. I know I will even madder if it passes and I could've/should've gone. Drat!

Speaking of signs, share pictures of yours. I will try to in a bit.

Not marching, but with you all in spirit. Stay safe.

To those marching today just thought you would like to know why you are marching...

trump just a short time ago..

“Beautiful weather all over our great country, a perfect day for all Women to March. Get out there now to celebrate the historic milestones and unprecedented economic success and wealth creation that has taken place over the last 12 months. Lowest female unemployment in 18 years!”

... continuing the long, sharp downward trend in unemployment started in 2010 after the Obama administration started to reverse the damage done by Bush and co.  Thanks, Obama! 

Oh, there's no way he wrote that himself.  No. Way.

i marched on Mar-A-Lago with about 1200 other protesters. MUCH bigger than anticipated!!!!!!

It was a great day in Austin. There were actually three rallies that kind of all rolled up together. The impeachment rally started first at City Hall and then we marched with the Women's March from there to the Capitol. I was worried about the turnout because last year's was so huge, but it was solid. It had a really good vibe, same as last year. It was very diverse. Honestly, my little family felt like we really needed it. It can feel extra daunting living in Texas.

600,000 strong in Los Angeles...


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What exactly is the purpose of this march?  I don’t see any real benefit of doing this.  I want someone tell me what I can do to help.  Gathering in a large group seems pointless to me.

Here's the official info for the marches, but each person might have causes close to their heart. 

The Women's March on Washington convened a broad and diverse group of leaders to produce an intersectional platform known as the Unity Principles. Representing a new understanding of the connected nature of our struggles and a vision of our collective liberation, the Unity Principles continue to be a guiding light for our movement.

We believe that Women’s Rights are Human Rights and Human Rights are Women’s Rights. We must create a society in which women - including Black women, Native women, poor women, immigrant women, disabled women, Muslim women, lesbian queer and trans women - are free and able to care for and nurture their families, however they are formed, in safe and healthy environments free from structural impediments.

ENDING VIOLENCE

Women deserve to live full and healthy lives, free of all forms of violence against our bodies. We believe in accountability and justice in cases of police brutality and ending racial profiling and targeting of communities of color. It is our moral imperative to dismantle the gender and racial inequities within the criminal justice system.

REPRODUCTIVE RIGHTS

We believe in Reproductive Freedom. We do not accept any federal, state or local rollbacks, cuts or restrictions on our ability to access quality reproductive healthcare services, birth control, HIV/AIDS care and prevention, or medically accurate sexuality education. This means open access to safe, legal, affordable abortion and birth control for all people, regardless of income, location or education.

LGBTQIA RIGHTS

We firmly declare that LGBTQIA Rights are Human Rights and that it is our obligation to uplift, expand and protect the rights of our gay, lesbian, bi, queer, trans or gender non-conforming brothers, sisters and siblings. We must have the power to control our bodies and be free from gender norms, expectations and stereotypes.

WORKER’S RIGHTS

We believe in an economy powered by transparency, accountability, security and equity. All women should be paid equitably, with access to affordable childcare, sick days, healthcare, paid family leave, and healthy work environments. All workers – including domestic and farm workers, undocumented and migrant workers - must have the right to organize and fight for a living minimum wage.

CIVIL RIGHTS

We believe Civil Rights are our birthright, including voting rights, freedom to worship without fear of intimidation or harassment, freedom of speech, and protections for all citizens regardless of race, gender, age or disability. We believe it is time for an all-inclusive Equal Rights Amendment to the U.S. Constitution.

DISABILITY RIGHTS

We believe that all women’s issues are issues faced by women with disabilities and Deaf women. As mothers, sisters, daughters, and contributing members of this great nation, we seek to break barriers to access, inclusion, independence, and the full enjoyment of citizenship at home and around the world. We strive to be fully included in and contribute to all aspects of American life, economy, and culture.

IMMIGRANT RIGHTS

Rooted in the promise of America’s call for huddled masses yearning to breathe free, we believe in immigrant and refugee rights regardless of status or country of origin. We believe migration is a human right and that no human being is illegal.

ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE

We believe that every person and every community in our nation has the right to clean water, clean air, and access to and enjoyment of public lands. We believe that our environment and our climate must be protected, and that our land and natural resources cannot be exploited for corporate gain or greed - especially at the risk of public safety and health.

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Just read over 600,000 in Los Angeles.

My small community had a well attended march this morning and in true Canadian fashion, the last marcher had a sign on her back that apologized for the traffic disruptions.