I’m joining the Disability March because, as a Jewish woman who works all week and has a painful disability, it’s extremely hard for me to attend public marches, but I love fighting for causes that matter to me, and I’m very politically driven. My disability tends to make me feel guilty that I can do…
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Maureen Mckovich
I am a 71 year old woman. Have just had surgery that prevents me from physically joining the march. My name is Maureen Mckovich, and I am known to my granddaughters and many others as ZaZa. I have worked for very Democratic candidate since 1988.
Amy M
I have multiple chronic illnesses that significantly limit my daily functioning. For example, even wearing a mask, this flight ended with emergency medical treatment. Selfishly, I think I have enough struggles being a disabled, sick person (especially a female one) without worrying about laws and leaders adding to them. I also worry about others who…
AJ Dub
I am marching to join my voice with so many others who believe in equality for all no matter race, gender identity, religion or who you love. For a woman’s right to choose, for the environment and to show that love always wins. I also March for those with disabilities who will be so greatly…
Margaret
I would have loved to march in Washington. I believe our government has a responsibility to protect and serve ALL of the people of this country. Our elected officials need to have integrity and a strong belief system in our Constitution and the rights of all people. However, I have an autoimmune disease that prevents…
Lynn Landseadel
I am an 18 year cancer survivor who is a grass-roots lobbyist for health care related issues. I’m concerned about patients with pre-existing conditions; we cannot “undo” our medical conditions! Women need access to health care, coverage for treatment, and time to complete treatment and palliative care conditions. Our children, too, are our most precious…
Kathy Sam
I am joining the march because – I want the United States to be a place of peace, kindness, and respect for my grandchildren and all people I am – a Christian, a former teacher, a wheelchair-bound person with RA, a mother and grandmother
Grammy
Rather than joining in Oakland’s Women’s March, I will be caring for my husband of 48 years who had surgery last week. The number of issues with the new administration’s plans are countless but participating in the Women’s March would reflect my concern for older women who now must rely on Medicaid, Medicare, and Social…