HOUGHTON, D.C -- A People's March will take place at 1 p.m. on Saturday, January 18, 2025, in Houghton, Mich., to celebrate the US Constitution and Bill of Rights. This March is in solidarity with marches in Washington, D.C., and across our country, where people will be marching to show support for our democracy.
Participants will gather at Bridgeview Park in Houghton to hear introductory remarks, then walk to the Portage Lake Lift Bridge, carrying flags and signs related to Freedom of Speech, Freedom of the Press, Freedom of Religion, Freedom of Assembly, Separation of Powers, and more. (For visibility, signage with letters at least 5 inches in size is recommended.)
This is a time to unite around our democratic values.
"We march for our grandchildren, the environment, the climate, wildlife, human rights, choice, healthcare, immigration, labor, for an economy that works for everyone, for free speech, the rule of law, and so much more," says Susan Burack, co-organizer with Vicky Bergvall, of the Houghton People's March. "Join us in marching for our future."
For more information, call Susan Burack 906-482-3270 or email ssburack@gmail.com or Vicky Bergvall v.bergvall.MT@gmail.com.
People's March in D.C. -- 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 18, 2025
The People’s March in Washington, D.C., will be a day of joyful resistance, community building, and powerful action. Participants will hear from inspiring speakers who will energize and unite them. The March offers an opportunity to connect with resources to sustain long-term resistance and participate in trainings that will equip you with critical skills to protect yourself and your community. Together, marchers will remind the nation that real power lies with the people -- and the people's resistance is unshakable.
SCHEDULE OF THE DAY IN D.C.:
10 a.m. - Meet Up at Kick Off Locations*
11 a.m. - March Steps Off from multiple locations
1 p.m. - Rally and People’s Fair Start**
3 p.m. - Rally and People’s Fair End
*Kick Off Locations. The march will kick-off at 10 a.m. in separate locations in downtown DC. While many participants hold intersecting identities and have varied issue-based interests, marchers are encouraged to find a kickoff spot that most aligns with the body of activist work that they are able to engage in for the future:
-- Farragut Square - 912 17th St NW, Washington, DC 20006 This location will focus on Democracy, Immigration, Anti-Militarism, and Climate, and include groups like Rising Majority, Popular Democracy, Sierra Club, and Democratic Socialists of America.
-- McPherson Square - 901 15th St NW STE 700, Washington, DC 20005 This location will focus on the critical issues facing DC. It will include Harriet's Wildest Dreams, Free DC, Palestinian Youth Movement DC, and many other DC-focused organizations.
-- Franklin Park - 1332 I St NW, Washington, DC 20005 This location will focus on bodily autonomy, gender justice and LGBTQIA issues. It will include Women’s March, Gender Liberation Movement, Generation Common Good, and others.
**Rally Location The People’s March will culminate at the Lincoln Memorial, 2 Lincoln Memorial Cir NW, Washington, DC 20002, for the rally and People’s Fair.
Organizers encourage taking the Metro for the D.C. March. See Metro info HERE.
Tuesday, January 14, is the last day to reserve or organize a Rally bus ride to D.C. See: https://rally.co/peoples-march-washington-dc
LAST DAY TO SIGN UP TO VOLUNTEER IS TUESDAY, JANUARY 14th. CLICK HERE to sign up to volunteer.
You can RSVP to attend the March or get last-minute updates and info on safety HERE.
