On the anniversary of President Donald Trump’s inauguration, an estimated 3,000 people equipped with signs and banners marched through the streets of downtown Chattanooga for the second annual Women’s March. Chants of “This is what democracy looks like!” rang through the air.
One of 250 marches spread across the nation, Saturday’s demonstration was held to unite in solidarity with the mission to “elevate the voices of marginalized women,” according to the march’s website.
People of all ages, genders and races rallied to show support for the movement.
However, amidst the signs reading “Girls just want to have fun[damental rights]” lies a deeper issue marchers were highlighting. Crowds across the nation were focused on what they perceive to be injustice at large and what they think ought to be done about it.
“I march to remind myself and others that the power to change the world is within our grasp,” said Rev. Alaina Cobb of the Mercy Junction Justice and Peace Center and event coordinator for the march. “I march because the work of liberation is not done.”
