It's What We Do: LA Women's March | The Odyssey Online
Start writing a post
Politics

It's What We Do: LA Women's March

“Be first and be lonely.” - Ginni Rometty

9
It's What We Do: LA Women's March
https://www.pinterest.com/explore/women's-march-on-versailles/

Sometimes you can't see a problem or it's dangers if you don't have a dog in the fight. Of course, I do have interest and a big dog in this fight so of course I had to check out a march.

I went to the Women's March Los Angeles this Saturday and this is what I have brought back for you. Kindness and a hopeful attitude surrounded me and it was honestly one of the most surreal feelings to be surrounded in a crowd of strangers that were actively revealing their kindness to each other.

This is a photo of people going towards the march in downtown Los Angeles and waiting on the metro platform. Everyone was in extremely high spirits and every time a new round of people entered down the stairs into the metro,cheers and roars could be heard reverberating off the walls of the tunnels.

Emerging from the metro station to Pershing Square this was one of the signs that was near me walking up the stairs at the same time.

One of the first signs I saw when we arrived at our destination was a simple sign that said "Be Kind" and it's not an abrasive sign or a sign with derogatory comments- it's just a simple reminder to be nice to each other.

Who doesn't love a classic mash up and homage to pop culture? This was a combination of David Bowie and Carrie Fisher, who both passed away last year and had been rebellious against negative normalized behavior.

This was another sign at the march and it was slowly becoming clear to me how many different issues were being held under one umbrella. It was for anyone who ever felt oppressed or like their voice didn't matter and that was why we were marching, to give an extremely loud voice that cannot be ignored.

I loved this sign, it was a peace sign and it was shiny. What more can I say?

I loved this sign and how intricately the women were drawn. It was a great call to unity and power.

Another sign that had an important message melded with humor. Many signs said important issues that they were fighting with a twinge of humor.

An image that must be shared to remember those that have been oppressed from the start and that deserve acknowledgement, help, and dignity

This image is from Shepard Fairey, who created the image of our previous President Obama (he is also the founder of OBEY). There are three main images that he created in protest of Trump, all of them of them are women and their sayings at the bottom after "WE THE PEOPLE" range from "Defend Dignity" to "Are greater than fear" and "Protect each other."

Report this Content
This article has not been reviewed by Odyssey HQ and solely reflects the ideas and opinions of the creator.
Featured

15 Mind-Bending Riddles

Hopefully they will make you laugh.

194404
 Ilistrated image of the planet and images of questions
StableDiffusion

I've been super busy lately with school work, studying, etc. Besides the fact that I do nothing but AP chemistry and AP economics, I constantly think of stupid questions that are almost impossible to answer. So, maybe you could answer them for me, and if not then we can both wonder what the answers to these 15 questions could be.

Keep Reading...Show less
Entertainment

Most Epic Aurora Borealis Photos: October 2024

As if May wasn't enough, a truly spectacular Northern Lights show lit up the sky on Oct. 10, 2024

17390
stunning aurora borealis display over a forest of trees and lake
StableDiffusion

From sea to shining sea, the United States was uniquely positioned for an incredible Aurora Borealis display on Thursday, Oct. 10, 2024, going into Friday, Oct. 11.

It was the second time this year after an historic geomagnetic storm in May 2024. Those Northern Lights were visible in Europe and North America, just like this latest rendition.

Keep Reading...Show less
 silhouette of a woman on the beach at sunrise
StableDiffusion

Content warning: This article contains descriptions of suicide/suicidal thoughts.

When you are feeling down, please know that there are many reasons to keep living.

Keep Reading...Show less
Relationships

Power of Love Letters

I don't think I say it enough...

459737
Illistrated image of a letter with 2 red hearts
StableDiffusion

To My Loving Boyfriend,

  • Thank you for all that you do for me
  • Thank you for working through disagreements with me
  • Thank you for always supporting me
  • I appreciate you more than words can express
  • You have helped me grow and become a better person
  • I can't wait to see where life takes us next
  • I promise to cherish every moment with you
  • Thank you for being my best friend and confidante
  • I love you and everything you do

To start off, here's something I don't say nearly enough: thank you. Thank you, thank you, thank you from the bottom of my heart. You do so much for me that I can't even put into words how much I appreciate everything you do - and have done - for me over the course of our relationship so far. While every couple has their fair share of tiffs and disagreements, thank you for getting through all of them with me and making us a better couple at the other end. With any argument, we don't just throw in the towel and say we're done, but we work towards a solution that puts us in a greater place each day. Thank you for always working with me and never giving up on us.

Keep Reading...Show less
Lifestyle

11 Signs You Grew Up In Hauppauge, NY

Because no one ever really leaves.

27704
Map of Hauppauge, New York
Google

Ah, yes, good old Hauppauge. We are that town in the dead center of Long Island that barely anyone knows how to pronounce unless they're from the town itself or live in a nearby area. Hauppauge is home to people of all kinds. We always have new families joining the community but honestly, the majority of the town is filled with people who never leave (high school alumni) and elders who have raised their kids here. Around the town, there are some just some landmarks and places that only the people of Hauppauge will ever understand the importance or even the annoyance of.

Keep Reading...Show less

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Facebook Comments