Lana Phillips

I am joining the march because I want everyone to know that I am not going to let myself and those like me be forgotten. You hurt one of us–you hurt us all. I told someone earlier today that we are all taking the threats we’re living with personally. We could die without the supports…

Monica Lashley

As a woman of color who has Lupus, supporting this march is very important to me. I depend on Medicare and Medi-Cal for my medical care. It’s important to fight to keep these programs.

Kris Stoehr

I am 67 years old and would love to go to this march in DC or Montana. I am in a fragile condition and am not able to physically. I am a child and family therapist. I look at my youngest clients, ages 2 or 3 and I wonder how their lives will be. I…

Bianca

I have been battling multiple sclerosis for 34 years. I have competed in biathlons and 100 mile bike races. Today  I need a walker or wheelchair to stay mobile. Keep the fight alive ! We are not invisible

Natasha Murdock

I’m joining the Disability March because I have been trained to ignore or disregard my own disabilities & the disabilities of others. I spent most of my life with illnesses that were not just invisible but normalized. I was in pain because I was a “woman” or else I was exaggerating or med seeking or crazy. I…

Stephanie Ballard

I’m joining the Disability March for several reasons. First, the concept is brilliant! As a social justice and political activist, it’s disappointing that I can no longer participate in marches. The routes are too long, the standing is too much, and the pace is too fast. My mobility impairment leaves me exhausted and in serious…

Amy E. Harth

I’m joining the Disability March to stand with my fellow humans who recognize that disability does not define our worth or dignity. I choose to say that I am standing with other disabled people because my chronic pain prevents me from sitting. Standing doesn’t look like a limitation or a disability but it can be,…

Abigail Davis

I am 77 years old, am diagnosed with schizoaffective disorder and have a severe learning disorder.  Because of my disabilities I am not able to comply with all your instructions.  However, I work part-time as a clinical social worker and for three days a week I am a member of a beautiful community for the…

Kathleen Downes

Why I March: I march because I care about justice for all people, regardless of race, ethnicity, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, socioeconomic status, disability, or citizenship status. As a young disabled woman who relies on Medicaid for long-term care services and medical equipment, I know the true importance of the Medicaid expansion and…