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Protests...Marching. Rallies. Where were they? Nowhere to be seen.
Women around the world DO NOT care about our petty problems and these are petty problems compared to theirs.
They were protesting. They were holding rallies. It just wasn't a great big millions+ protest. The protests didn't get national attention.
Women around the world care about a lot of things. The marchers care about a lot of things. The only thing petty I see are the people who feel compelled to belittle and demean the protesters. The issues aren't petty at all.
No, but you and a bunch of other complainers cannot resist the urge to voice your displeasure at them doing so.
Out of the millions of people that marched there were bound to be countless numbers who work hard for women in trouble, for kids in poverty, for schools and equality, domestic violence in their communities, shelters and homeless support, and yes - even Female Genital Mutilation.
Instead of supporting all these people that bothered to come out - multitudes of people you don't know and can't realistically criticize - you all jump in and invalidate their efforts because a few said the F word or wore a vagina on their head. OMG, they were VULGAR and vulgarity doesn't represent women. Oh BS.
How pathetically shallow and self serving you all are with your whining. I mean do or don't but what the eff is up with putting down those that chose to? Where is the value in that?
Where is the value in putting down my opinion? Free speech works all sorts of really cool ways.
They were protesting. They were holding rallies. It just wasn't a great big millions+ protest. The protests didn't get national attention.
Please.....They did not. Code Pink held protests all the time under Bush. Under Obama? Nothing. A few press releases.
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Women around the world care about a lot of things. The marchers care about a lot of things. The only thing petty I see are the people who feel compelled to belittle and demean the protesters. The issues aren't petty at all.
The issues are important here. The world doesn't care that our president says stupid things.
It this the same person that thinks Islam is the answer?
Is that what the published mission of the March was? I don't see anything in that statement or on the website that backs up that idea.
In which case, I fail to see the relevance of that to the millions of people who marched for their own reasons - including the ones who I know personally who really don't think Islam is the answer.
The marchers claim to represent women and a great many of us are saying they do not. We will not remain silent on city data just because people like you want us to.
Without being present, it would be difficult for you to characterize the marchers. Here's who I am:
* An educated woman with two degrees
* A happily-married wife of thirty years
* A volunteer for a variety of causes: education, food relief, & civic organizations mostly
* An unaffiliated voter in a conservative district
* Not particularly political in my day-to-day life, but a conscientious and consistent voter
* Both a SAHM and a working mom at different points in my life
* A suburban homeowner
* A former military dependent from a family with a long history of service
* Not someone who wears silly hats or carries signs (and I still don't)
I have never been to a rally or protest in my life, but as I have watched this administration come together and listened to our now president's own words, I've realized that he is worse than I even imagined. A year ago, I was confident that this country would recognize that Donald Trump was a thoroughly repugnant human being and, more importantly, supremely unqualified to lead our nation. I was wrong! Tragically wrong.
Once the wheels were set in motion, I embraced the Women's March as a rally against political apathy, a launching pad for fighting complacency, and an opportunity to be inspired and to inspire others to shape the future through political engagement. Similar to the Tea Party movement that immediately followed Barack Obama's inauguration, the Women's March was an outpouring of pent-up frustration. Some of it, like Madonna's speech, wasn't particularly pretty, but that alone cannot undermine the gathering storm of resistance that unapologetically demands better from our politicians.
When I came home on Saturday afternoon, I was walking on air. I felt empowered, because I realized that my voice does matter, and I am not alone. I understood how important it is to write letters to my Congressmen (I started today with a letter to my Senators about Betsy DeVos, who I think will be a disaster as SecEd), show up for the candidates I believe in, advocate for change in the state house, and talk to my friends, family and neighbors about supporting better candidates . Who knows? Maybe the day will come when I'll run myself for public office.
In summary, I am a woman who showed up on Saturday morning, and I refuse to be dismissed.
Is that what the published mission of the March was? I don't see anything in that statement or on the website that backs up that idea.
In which case, I fail to see the relevance of that to the millions of people who marched for their own reasons - including the ones who I know personally who really don't think Islam is the answer.
Why not just answer the question with a yes? I would say if she's leading this March her core beliefs are relevant. Why the need to hide it and not answer the question. Could it be that it doesn't make her or what shes trying to do look good?
Numbers and passion is Not power. Until there's a result from the marches, they're simply large gatherings.
Thanks for the opportunity to get people involved in the next steps:
Whomever did or didn't go to the March, if you are in support there's an ongoing campaign up on the website to continue what was started if you are so inclined.
Without being present, it would be difficult for you to characterize the marchers. Here's who I am:
* An educated woman with two degrees
* A happily-married wife of thirty years
* A volunteer for a variety of causes: education, food relief, & civic organizations mostly
* An unaffiliated voter in a conservative district
* Not particularly political in my day-to-day life, but a conscientious and consistent voter
* Both a SAHM and a working mom at different points in my life
* A suburban homeowner
* A former military dependent from a family with a long history of service
* Not someone who wears silly hats or carries signs (and I still don't)
I have never been to a rally or protest in my life, but as I have watched this administration come together and listened to our now president's own words, I've realized that he is worse than I even imagined. A year ago, I was confident that this country would recognize that Donald Trump was a thoroughly repugnant human being and, more importantly, supremely unqualified to lead our nation. I was wrong! Tragically wrong.
Once the wheels were set in motion, I embraced the Women's March as a rally against political apathy, a launching pad for fighting complacency, and an opportunity to be inspired and to inspire others to shape the future through political engagement. Similar to the Tea Party movement that immediately followed Barack Obama's inauguration, the Women's March was an outpouring of pent-up frustration. Some of it, like Madonna's speech, wasn't particularly pretty, but that alone cannot undermine the gathering storm of resistance that unapologetically demands better from our politicians.
When I came home on Saturday afternoon, I was walking on air. I felt empowered, because I realized that my voice does matter, and I am not alone. I understood how important it is to write letters to my Congressmen (I started today with a letter to my Senators about Betsy DeVos, who I think will be a disaster as SecEd), show up for the candidates I believe in, advocate for change in the state house, and talk to my friends, family and neighbors about supporting better candidates . Who knows? Maybe the day will come when I'll run myself for public office.
In summary, I am a woman who showed up on Saturday morning, and I refuse to be dismissed.
I won't be dismissed either.
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