Why I march: I march to cultivate loving speech and compassionate listening in order to relieve suffering. to promote reconciliation and peace in myself and my fellow citizens. because the roots of anger can be found in my wrong perceptions and lack of understanding of the suffering in myself and in other people. to show…
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Debra Rexroat-Swords
Invisible disabilities keep me from being able to physically join the millions of women marching today, but my heart and soul are totally with them, from coast to coast, in every state. I will be praying for all who march to be seen, heard, and heeded . . . and also to be safe from…
Naomi Rogosin
Photo is of a woman and man, both with short brown hair, on the beach. I’m a 39 year old woman, and mother of two sons. I have suffered from migraines literally my whole life. I remember going home from school in pain frequently. Despite this, I succeeded in school, participated in a variety of…
K. Watson
As much as I want to, I cannot attend the march or any sister marches in person. I will stand up against injustice in whatever way I’m able. The incoming administration needs to know that what they plan on doing will affect several people in the country. I’m a bisexual woman recently unemployed, though still…
Morgan Page
I want to join the disability march to stand against abelism and so many other “isms” against women and POC. I cannot walk without a mobility aide due to my disability. This is me with my dog who lays with me. He’d join too if he is allowed!
Claire Spann
I wish to march because: I am human and try as they might, they cannot suppress the human spirit or it’s ability to hope, #AudacityofHope #IamEveryWoman #HearMeRoar We are each other’s purpose. Love, compassion and empathy should be our motivation. Live gratefully and give generously of yourself.
Lisa Lenke Sousa
I have received health insurance through ACA, the expansion of Medicaid and I am scared to lose it. I have several chronic illnesses, and without it, I am uninsurable. Without the coverage, my average health costs are around $3000 a month including medical supplies, medications, and monthly doctor appointments; which are needed for me to…
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