Women's March event canceled because rally-goers fear event would be 'overwhelmingly white'
6 years, 3 months ago

Women's March event canceled because rally-goers fear event would be 'overwhelmingly white'

Daily Mail  

Organizers canceled the Women's March event in Northern California slated for next month over concerns that the rally-goers would be 'overwhelmingly white.' The organizers say they will continue to discuss how to broaden representation of Humboldt County in a future event, and is considering holding a celebration of International Women's Day in March. After the first Women's March on January 21, 2017. the day after President Trump's inauguration, the national organization has taken a number of public relations hits from accusations of anti-Semitism. Demonstrations like this one also took place in cities around the globe, but since 2017, the national leadership of the Women's March has been dealing with controversy and attrition Tamika Mallory, a Women's March leader, has been under pressure to condemn the anti-Semitic rhetoric of inflammatory Nation of Islam leader Louis Farrakhan Nation of Islam leader, Louis Farrakhan, has been linked to leadership of the Women's March In February, Nation of Islam leader Louis Farrakhan praised Women's March co-President Tamika Mallory and declared 'the powerful Jews are my enemy,' according to Fox News.

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Protesters rally on International Women's Day, fearing far right
3 weeks ago

Protesters rally on International Women's Day, fearing far right

Raw Story  

Protesters took to the streets across the world Saturday to mark International Women's Day, demanding equal pay, political representation and an end to gender-based violence while voicing fears of rising repression. "Women are killed, impoverished, criminalised," she said, as nearby protesters held up placards reading "This body belongs to me" and "Glory to the women of the working class". At …

Thousands march in Amsterdam for International Women’s Day protest
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Thousands march in Amsterdam for International Women’s Day protest

NL Times  

Thousands of people gathered at the Dam in Amsterdam on Saturday to participate in the Feminist March, held in observance of International Women’s Day. Around the world, we see a growing backlash against gender equality, human rights, and social justice,” stated co-organizer WOMEN Inc. in a social media post. Beyond Amsterdam, International Women’s Day was marked by various events across …

Thousands attend women’s march in downtown Los Angeles
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Thousands attend women’s march in downtown Los Angeles

LA Times  

Demonstrators hold up a Ukraine flag alongside various banners and signs during a march to commemorate International Women’s Day Saturday, March 8, 2025, in Los Angeles. Thousands of people marched in downtown Los Angeles Saturday to commemorate International Women’s Day and advocate for the restoration and expansion of women’s rights in the United States and worldwide. “For us, the main …

Thousands rally in Washington for rights, abortion access before Trump's inauguration
2 months, 1 week ago

Thousands rally in Washington for rights, abortion access before Trump's inauguration

India Today  

WASHINGTON: Thousands of people from around the United States were rallying in the nation’s capital Saturday for women’s reproductive rights and other causes they believe are under threat from the incoming Trump administration, reprising the original Women’s March days before President-elect Donald Trump’s second inauguration. Women outraged over Trump’s 2016 presidential win flocked to Washington in 2017 and organized large …

People’s March in Washington D.C.: Thousands gear up to protest Donald Trump’s second inauguration
2 months, 1 week ago

People’s March in Washington D.C.: Thousands gear up to protest Donald Trump’s second inauguration

Live Mint  

Tens of thousands of Americans are preparing to protest President-elect Donald Trump’s second inauguration, with events planned not only in Washington, D.C., but also across the country. People’s March: A feminist-led action The largest protest, the People’s March, is an evolution of the 2017 Women's March, which saw millions mobilize against Trump’s election. Coalition for change Organizers of the People’s …

Washington braces for tens of thousands for march days before Trump takes office
2 months, 1 week ago

Washington braces for tens of thousands for march days before Trump takes office

Hindustan Times  

Eight years since its historic first march, the Women's March is returning Saturday to the nation's capital just before President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration. Rebranded and reorganized, the rally has a new name — the People's March — as a means to broaden support, especially during a reflective moment for progressive organizing after Trump's decisive win in November. Women outraged over …

Thousands of protesters march in Washington days before Trump takes office
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2 months, 1 week ago

Thousands of protesters march in Washington days before Trump takes office

LA Times  

Thousands gather along the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool in Washington for the People’s March to protest the incoming Trump administration. Thousands of people from around the United States rallied in the nation’s capital Saturday for women’s reproductive rights and other causes they say are under threat from the incoming Trump administration, reprising the original Women’s March days before President-elect Donald …

Thousands of protesters set to march in Washington days before Donald Trump’s inauguration
2 months, 1 week ago

Thousands of protesters set to march in Washington days before Donald Trump’s inauguration

New Indian Express  

WASHINGTON: Eight years since its historic first march, the Women's March is returning on Saturday to the nation's capital just before President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration. Women outraged over Trump's 2016 presidential win flocked to Washington in 2017 and organized large rallies in cities throughout the country, building the base of a grassroots movement that became known as the Women's March. …

A rebranded Women’s March returns before Trump’s inauguration as progressives seek to regroup
2 months, 1 week ago

A rebranded Women’s March returns before Trump’s inauguration as progressives seek to regroup

Associated Press  

▶ Follow live updates on President Donald Trump’s return to Washington When Elisabeth Bramble and her sister stepped off the Washington Metro to join the massive crowds during the 2017 Women’s March, she counted it as one of the most powerful moments of her life. On Saturday, she will board a 2 a.m. bus full of North Carolinians headed to …

Women's March Protesters Rally for Vice President Kamala Harris in Washington DC
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Women's March Protesters Rally for Vice President Kamala Harris in Washington DC

Deccan Chronicle  

A large crowd gathered in Washington DC to rally for Vice President Kamala Harris ahead of upcoming presidential polls. The protesters expressed their support for Harris's commitment to women's rights, human rights, and democracy. Many attendees were motivated by Harris's record of fighting for the rights of marginalized communities and her unwavering dedication to protecting democracy.

Thousands join Women's March on Washington as US debates rights of women during presidential campaign
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Thousands join Women's March on Washington as US debates rights of women during presidential campaign

ABC  

Thousands of people have joined the Women's March in Washington DC as a feminist show of strength and to drive support towards the person vying to be the first woman elected president of the United States. The march was not a campaign event, but the Women's March organisers billed the event as a "powerful reminder to those in power that …

Facing historic shifts, Latin American women bathe streets in purple on International Women’s Day
1 year ago

Facing historic shifts, Latin American women bathe streets in purple on International Women’s Day

Associated Press  

MEXICO CITY — Cities across Latin America were cloaked in purple Friday as hundreds of thousands of women marched to commemorate International Women’s Day, coming at a moment of change in a region marred by soaring levels of violence against women. We keep getting murdered.” For many in the march, Mexico’s upcoming June 2 presidential election inspires hope that things …

International Women’s Day is a celebration and call to action. Beware the flowers and candy
1 year ago

International Women’s Day is a celebration and call to action. Beware the flowers and candy

Associated Press  

MEXICO CITY — Women across the world will demand equal pay, reproductive rights, education, justice, decision-making jobs and other essential needs during demonstrations marking International Women’s Day on Friday. Demonstrations are planned from Tokyo to Mexico City, and this year’s global theme is “Inspire Inclusion.” Here is what to know about the March 8 global event: WHAT IS INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S …

Pakistan: Aurat March turns violent as police beat up women, transgender people
2 years ago

Pakistan: Aurat March turns violent as police beat up women, transgender people

Op India  

The Aurat March, a rally conducted every year by women across Pakistan on International Women’s Day to voice their grievances and celebrate womanhood turned violent on Wednesday amid clash between the marchers and the police, reported Geo News. A violent fight broke out outside the Press Club today as women and transgender people from various fields gathered for the Aurat …

Women's march targets Supreme Court, with abortion on line
3 years, 5 months ago

Women's march targets Supreme Court, with abortion on line

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The first Women's March of the Biden administration heads straight …

Premier Gladys Berejiklian and Jodi McKay snub historic women's march in Sydney
4 years ago

Premier Gladys Berejiklian and Jodi McKay snub historic women's march in Sydney

Daily Mail  

A decision by top female political leaders to snub the biggest women's march in Australian history has been labelled as 'absolutely devastating' by organisers. NSW premier Gladys Berejiklian will not be attending the historic March 4 Justice on Monday Pictured: Western Australians rallying for women's right in Perth on Sunday. NSW Opposition Leader Jodi McKay will not attend the women's …

The face of feminism is no longer just white and middle class
4 years, 11 months ago

The face of feminism is no longer just white and middle class

Al Jazeera  

Growing up, I struggled to call myself a feminist. The impact of movements like #BlackLivesMatter and Standing Rock, followed by Trump’s Muslim entry ban, crackdown on immigrants, and anti-LBGTQ policy, have all helped to establish the need for a movement led by women of colour and other groups which have historically been pushed out of the traditional fold of “womanhood”, …

After Controversial Leaders Step Down, The Women's March Tries Again In 2020
5 years, 2 months ago

After Controversial Leaders Step Down, The Women's March Tries Again In 2020

NPR  

After Controversial Leaders Step Down, The Women's March Tries Again In 2020 Enlarge this image toggle caption Isabella Gomez Sarmiento/NPR Isabella Gomez Sarmiento/NPR On an unusually warm January afternoon, 28-year-old Icy Coomber attended a poster-making session for the fourth annual Women's March in Washington, D.C. "When we're talking about women's rights, I feel like black women or women of color …

Women's March returns to US cities to maintain pressure against President Trump
6 years, 2 months ago

Women's March returns to US cities to maintain pressure against President Trump

ABC  

Women have marched in hundreds of US cities to mark the second anniversary of the demonstrations that took place the day after President Donald Trump's inauguration in January 2017. Key points: Marches begun across US cities, some spearheaded by different grassroots groups Critics of the official Women's March organisation accuse it of anti-Semitism Demonstrators have also been split over abortion …

Women's March returns to DC amid shutdown and controversy
6 years, 2 months ago

Women's March returns to DC amid shutdown and controversy

Daily Mail  

The third annual Women's March returned to Washington, DC, among other cities, today despite inclement weather, ideological schisms and the longest government shutdown in American history. Trump baby balloons were seen flying overhead during the 2019 Women's March on Saturday in Washington, DC, despite the government shutdown and forecasting of inclement weather Snow and freezing rain predictions led march organizers …

Women’s March 2019: Thousands across the US march for third year
6 years, 2 months ago

Women’s March 2019: Thousands across the US march for third year

Al Jazeera  

Women and supporters across the US march against Trump amid government shutdown and controversy within the movement. Washington, DC – Sherry Cain, a 78-year-old Kentucky native, said she’s lived a long time and has seen a lot of change in the world, “but never anything like this in our country”. Protesters marched past the Trump International Hotel chanting, “All for …

Women's March Divisions Offer Lessons For Democrats On Managing A Big Tent
6 years, 2 months ago

Women's March Divisions Offer Lessons For Democrats On Managing A Big Tent

NPR  

Women's March Divisions Offer Lessons For Democrats On Managing A Big Tent Enlarge this image toggle caption Theo Wargo/Getty Images Theo Wargo/Getty Images Angie Beem used to be a woman who, at most, would read the voter pamphlet before Election Day, cast a vote, and consider her duty done. "We decided the Women's March was larger, was bigger than a …

California Women’s March rally called off over fears it would be ‘overwhelmingly white’
6 years, 2 months ago

California Women’s March rally called off over fears it would be ‘overwhelmingly white’

The Independent  

Sign up for the Independent Women email for the latest news, opinion and features Get the Independent Women email for free Get the Independent Women email for free SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy A women’s march rally has been cancelled over concerns the turnout would …

Accusations of anti-Semitism plague US 'Women's March'
6 years, 3 months ago

Accusations of anti-Semitism plague US 'Women's March'

Daily Mail  

More than a million people nationwide took to the streets for the Women's March in January 2017, a remarkable protest marked by its size and message of inclusivity The "Women's March" movement that spearheaded mass protests against Donald Trump's inauguration, is reportedly grappling with infighting as allegations of anti-Semitism overshadow plans for fresh demonstrations next month. Divisions have become so …

Exclusive: Women’s March activists targeted in scam run from Bangladesh
6 years, 5 months ago

Exclusive: Women’s March activists targeted in scam run from Bangladesh

CNN  

New York CNN — Ruby Sinreich knew “something didn’t smell right” as soon as she responded to a Facebook invite this summer for the 2019 Women’s March in Raleigh, North Carolina. In all, there were 1,700 separate Facebook pages designed to look like they were run by local Women’s March organizers, a source familiar with Facebook’s investigation into the issue …

Nevertheless, She Persisted: A Year After The First Women's March, Energy Is Still High
7 years, 2 months ago

Nevertheless, She Persisted: A Year After The First Women's March, Energy Is Still High

Huff Post  

NEW YORK ― Marsha Annon and Yong Lee didn’t attend the 2017 Women’s March on Washington. “It’s time for change,” said Annon, who told HuffPost that it was #MeToo, specifically the Aziz Ansari story, that pushed her to march. “We need to stop making excuses, and I don’t want my daughter to grow up in a world where she feels …

Women’s March protests: Thousands rally against Trump
7 years, 2 months ago

Women’s March protests: Thousands rally against Trump

Al Jazeera  

On the anniversary of Donald Trump’s inauguration, organisers hope to encourage women to get more involved in politics. “What you’re seeing one year into the Trump presidency is a growing sense that women don’t have a seat at the table,” Al Jazeera’s Rosiland Jordan, reporting from a march in Washington, DC, said. The rallies took place exactly one year after …

Women's March protesters blast Donald Trump, but he says they should be thankful
7 years, 2 months ago

Women's March protesters blast Donald Trump, but he says they should be thankful

ABC  

Hundreds of thousands of protesters have taken to the streets in hundreds of US cities for the second Women's March, marking the first anniversary of President Donald Trump's inauguration. Key points: March organisers say Donald Trump's policies propel women into activism Women rallied in 250 US cities including Washington, New York, LA and Chicago Women encourage more people to vote …

Women's March on first anniversary of Trump's inauguration
7 years, 2 months ago

Women's March on first anniversary of Trump's inauguration

Daily Mail  

President Trump ignored the complaints against him and said this of the Women's Marches on Saturday President Trump has weighed in on the Women's March with a tweet that is certain to rile the tens of thousands of fired-up protesters marching against him across the country. Washington DC: Protesters at Lincoln Memorial on Saturday with signs denouncing the president as …

One year later, Women’s March returns
7 years, 2 months ago

One year later, Women’s March returns

CNN  

Washington CNN — One year after women took to the streets in droves to protest President Donald Trump’s inauguration, marchers are gathering again in cities across the country and around the world in a sharp rebuke of Trump’s presidency and in continuation of a still-growing international movement. FILIPPO MONTEFORTE/AFP/Getty Images Kelley Robinson, Planned Parenthood’s national organizing director, told CNN that …

Why Women’s March organizers are turning west
7 years, 2 months ago

Why Women’s March organizers are turning west

CNN  

Story highlights The Las Vegas event will serve as a national voter registration and mobilization tour: "#PowerToThePolls Expected speakers include Planned Parenthood President Cecile Richards, Democratic Rep. John Lewis and more lawmakers and activists Washington CNN — The day after President Donald Trump’s Inauguration, a sea of people clad in pink hats walked toward the Capitol in Washington DC, setting …

Women's March organizers launch Christmas-themed campaign to impeach Trump
7 years, 4 months ago

Women's March organizers launch Christmas-themed campaign to impeach Trump

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The organizers of the Women’s March on Washington earlier this …

10 moments from last weekend's Women's Marches across Canada
7 years, 5 months ago

10 moments from last weekend's Women's Marches across Canada

CBC  

On Saturday, January 21, over 600 "sister marches" took place around the world in solidarity with the Women's March on Washington. Halifax: "I felt it was my duty to come here today" A man and woman share a moment as demonstrators gather in support of the Women's March on Washington in Halifax on Saturday. "Although it is called the Women's …

Female Workers Asked To Join In 'A Day Without A Woman' Protests
8 years ago

Female Workers Asked To Join In 'A Day Without A Woman' Protests

NPR  

Female Workers Asked To Join In 'A Day Without A Woman' Protests Enlarge this image toggle caption John Locher/AP John Locher/AP A broad coalition of groups across the nation is encouraging women to participate in Wednesday's strike, called "A Day Without A Woman." "A Day Without A Woman" gained momentum in reaction to President Trump's policies and comments on women …

Women's March organizers now planning a 'General Strike'
8 years, 1 month ago

Women's March organizers now planning a 'General Strike'

Daily Mail  

The organizers of the Women's March on Washington, have another idea for a mass protest up their sleeves. The Twitter account for the Women's March announced today a 'General Strike: A Day Without A Woman,' noting that the date was still to be announced. Scroll down for video The organizers of the Women's March now want women to leave the …

In An Era Of Polarization, The Women’s March Was A Reassuring Reminder That Democracy Can Work
8 years, 2 months ago

In An Era Of Polarization, The Women’s March Was A Reassuring Reminder That Democracy Can Work

Huff Post  

It may just be one march, but it demonstrated democracy at its finest. Hearing anecdotes such as these gave meaning to signs like this one: “Why is This Still an Issue?” “It seems ridiculous that a superpower like the U.S., a country that prides itself on being modern and a role model, is lacking so much in something so simple …

Before You Celebrate The Zero Arrests At The Women’s March...
8 years, 2 months ago

Before You Celebrate The Zero Arrests At The Women’s March...

Huff Post  

Xinhua News Agency via Getty Images “No Arrests Made At Peaceful Women’s March In Washington.” The fact that the protests in Washington, D.C. and around the country went off without incident has been touted as a cause for celebration. In stark contrast to the Inauguration Day protests that resulted in damaged property and over 200 arrests, the Women’s March was …

Women's March against Donald Trump is the largest day of protests in US history, say political scientists
8 years, 2 months ago

Women's March against Donald Trump is the largest day of protests in US history, say political scientists

The Independent  

The latest headlines from our reporters across the US sent straight to your inbox each weekday Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The Women's Marches which …

Top Democrats Missed Women’s Marches to Attend Luxury Donor Retreat Thrown by Clinton Henchman
8 years, 2 months ago

Top Democrats Missed Women’s Marches to Attend Luxury Donor Retreat Thrown by Clinton Henchman

Slate  

Saturday was probably the best day for progressives in the United States since the last time Barack Obama was elected. And yet a number of the most influential figures in Democratic politics—the people who are ostensibly responsible for translating this energy into political and electoral action—missed the marches completely because they were at a retreat for bajillionaire donors at something …

We marched. They mocked. What's next?
8 years, 2 months ago

We marched. They mocked. What's next?

Huff Post  

@nicechess757 March at the Chrysler Museum of Art in Norfolk, Virginia. Lisa Suhay in white coat holding “Don’t Trump On Me” sign, leads the march. Tyler Adams 2017 | www.thegirltyler.com NORFOLK, VIRGINIA - The Women’s March on Washington D.C., and the sister marches around the nation and planet, were a balm to a wounded national soul. I could easily see …

The best Women's March signs from around the world as feminists protest Donald Trump
8 years, 2 months ago

The best Women's March signs from around the world as feminists protest Donald Trump

The Independent  

The latest headlines from our reporters across the US sent straight to your inbox each weekday Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy "Pussy grabs back" was …

Women's March: 100,000 protest in London against Donald Trump
8 years, 2 months ago

Women's March: 100,000 protest in London against Donald Trump

The Independent  

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Women’s March On London was one of hundreds of protests taking place in major …

Women's March on Washington: Hundreds of thousands come together in act of defiance and unity
8 years, 2 months ago

Women's March on Washington: Hundreds of thousands come together in act of defiance and unity

The Independent  

The latest headlines from our reporters across the US sent straight to your inbox each weekday Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. open image in gallery So many people turned …

Donald Trump’s first day: Women’s marches flood cities worldwide
8 years, 2 months ago

Donald Trump’s first day: Women’s marches flood cities worldwide

Live Mint  

Washington/New York: Hundreds of thousands of people gathered in cities across the US and around the world on Saturday for massive protests a day after President Donald Trump’s inauguration, a signal of discontent with America’s new leader that threatened to upstage his first days in office. The march organizers’ website claimed more than 600 protests worldwide, including hundreds in the …

13 Women Share The Powerful Reasons They Marched
8 years, 2 months ago

13 Women Share The Powerful Reasons They Marched

Huff Post  

WASHINGTON, D.C. ― Across the country women and their allies answered President Donald Trump’s inauguration with a decisive call to action. I don’t want to be silenced, and I don’t want other people to feel like this is OK.” ―Joan Kao, 21 Damon Dahlen/HuffPost “My mom is an immigrant, so I’m first generation. I’m marching for her.” ―Audrey Nguyen-Bryant, 32 …

Over 1 million join anti-Trump women's marches worldwide[1]- Chinadaily.com.cn
8 years, 2 months ago

Over 1 million join anti-Trump women's marches worldwide[1]- Chinadaily.com.cn

China Daily  

A woman wearing pink pussy protest hat takes a part in the Women's March on Washington, following the inauguration of US President Donald Trump, in Washington, DC, US Jan 21, 2017. Related: Over one million people stage massive anti-Trump protests across US WASHINGTON — In a global exclamation of defiance and solidarity, more than 1 million people rallied at women's …

Women’s March on Washington draws massive crowds
8 years, 2 months ago

Women’s March on Washington draws massive crowds

Al Jazeera  

Hundreds of thousands march in US capital as solidarity protests take place in cities across Europe, Asia and Africa. Protesters held signs like “Women’s rights are human rights”, “Break down walls, don’t build them”, and “Hell hath no fury as a nasty woman scorned”, referencing the time Trump called his opponent, Hillary Clinton, a “nasty woman” during a debate. We’re …

Washington DC: Women’s March for equal rights
8 years, 2 months ago

Washington DC: Women’s March for equal rights

Al Jazeera  

Washington DC – The US capital saw half a million protesters on Saturday following President Trump’s inauguration join the Women’s March on Washington. Locals and visitors alike saturated city streets chanting “Welcome to your first day – we will not go away” and other slogans in numbers that forced the route to change from its planned path. The mission statement …

Women's March: What drove people to join protests around the world this weekend?
8 years, 2 months ago

Women's March: What drove people to join protests around the world this weekend?

ABC  

Millions of women took to the streets in hundreds of cities around the world on the day after US President Donald Trump's inauguration. "We came to celebrate women's equality, because she's nine and I'd like for her to have more opportunities than I had," Ms Dutterer said. Karla Jackson, 56 "I came in support of women's rights and to protect …

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