I wanted to go to Washington as activism has always been a part of my life, but my stamina is not what it used to be. I have both rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis which leads to balance and mobility problems. This does not stop me from armchair activism on social media and making calls and…
Author: Sheila Squillante
Susan Garrett
I want to join my voice & power to all other women who are seeking their rights & freedom & respect that is justly deserved. We women, are a force of life – our bodies create life – our hands, hearts & soul nurture life. I refuse to be politically compromised or enslaved by machismo…
Arlee
I’m joining the virtual march since I can’t join the physical march due to multiple reasons, including my chronic pain. I’m someone who is queer, Jewish, and have chronic pain. I am very scared of what the future holds in the US, but this is something I can do. Arlee is a student at a…
Pat & Marie’s Wedding Day
This was taken on our wedding day, January 2, 2013 in the Baltimore County Courthouse and the ceremony was performed by the Chief Clerk of the Court, Susan Ensor who said she was honored because we were the first same sex couple to be married under the new law in that county. Pat is one…
Ruth and John
Would love to be physically at the March…my own disabilities and my partners medical treatment has us busy. And, we are in solidarity, and will be with you in spirit.
“Fer Fer” Loughrey
The “appearance” to the rest of the world that the US is having a peaceful transfer of power is taking precedence over what we deserve as American voters which is a President that the majority of us voted for. Since that is not happening, we should protest and not let apathy allow our government to…
Dawn G
It started with a hernia at 7 years old. I didn’t know that a late miscarriage could mean something bigger or that a torn ankle ligament meant anything more than a basketball injury. Even my heart surgery didn’t equate to a bigger issue in my head but here I am 38 years and almost 20…
Jessica Jewett
Disability activism has become more important to me now that my freedoms and government assistance are in danger of being swept aside by the new administration. Nobody is going to protect my rights if I don’t stand up and demand it. Joining the Disability March is a great way to put our needs…
Chris DiNapoli
I’m unable to march, so I’m joining the virtual march to protest this man who, by roiling up so much hatred and fear, has so effectively divided our once-great country. He has made a farce of the office of the presidency, and is bent on destroying everything that’s been accomplished over decades of work, especially…