Posted by: amandaknowles | September 15, 2007

This is what democracy looks like

It’s one thing to see it in the movies or on TV. It’s quite another to stand in the middle of it.

Sept. 15 Protest

I went down to Lafayette Square today to cover the anti-war demonstration and March on Washington. What an incredible experience. One of the things I found most striking about the entire event was the diverse crowd — there were young people and old people, veterans and families, hippies and businessmen. I think the mix says a lot about the position held by the people of this country on the issue of war.

Veteran

Youth

Old Man

Like I said, it’s one thing to see footage and pictures of the 1960s-era anti-war protests; it’s quite another to witness history in the making. Today was definitely a Washington Experience, and just another reminder of how much I love this city.

All we are saying is give peace a chance.

March on Washington

“The revolution will not be televised … but it will be uploaded!”


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