I march because it is important in the face of ignorance, bigotry and hate to literally take a stand.  Silence implies consent.  Signing petitions and contributing dollars are important but actually putting yourself out there is more important. Knowing that actual people will not tolerate the dissolution of their rights and freedoms is critical to maintaining our democratic society. We are the people, all of us.  The US is about inclusion, not exclusion.  My country embraces both the weak and the strong; the immigrant, the less abled, the different.  We are the USA and will not be forgotten or marginalized.  I march to be counted; I march not to be forgotten; I march to be seen.

I am an interracial, interfaith woman with mobility issues. I am committed to our diverse nation