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Thousands come out to march for women’s equality
This was a historic day by far. Nearly a million people came together in various cities to unite for a women’s march and to send a message to hate.
Large crowds came together in various cities to unite for a women’s equality march to send a message to hate : “we’re not going away”.
Women’s equality march
The march, which was initially organized in Washington, DC, was matched by sister protests in cities like Denver, Seattle, Philadelphia, Los Angeles, Chicago, Asbury Park, NJ, Trenton, NJ, Boston, just to name a few.
How it was organized
Women were clad in pink attire and hats to symbolize the unity of women.
The historic event was organized by simply a Facebook post to unify protesters about issues concerning immigration rights, civil rights, and reproductive rights.
Stars came out to women’s equality march
Celebrities came together in those various cities to rally with the people of America.
Stars like Janelle Monae, Ashley Judd, Brandy, Scarlett Johannson, Michael Moore, Jenifer Lewis, spoke their minds on issues like police violence, women’s rights, and the state of America.
The march was unprecedented, drawing out crowds over than what was expected.
Here are some highlights :
“marching for our grandchilden’s future” #womensmarch
A photo posted by Unheard Voices Magazine (@unheardvoicesmag) on
Even our kids stay woke! #womensmarch 📸: @travon
A photo posted by Women’s March (@womensmarch) on
We will not rest until women have parity and equity at all levels. #WomensMarch 📸: @zianthe_eyes
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