In USA, on 19 January, held Women’s marches. In new York they will be two of them. Emerged as a response to trump’s victory in the elections, the movement Women’s March was extremely successful, popular, numerous, but also diverse. The differences in views on many issues the United States led to internal problems and division of those who went out in 2017 to defend the rights of women. Who and where will meet this Saturday?
In new York on 19 January, two Women’s March
The main divisions within the women’s movement arose, oddly enough, on national and religious grounds. Those who were close to the Women’s March, Inc., consider themselves the national Association of the organizers of the women’s marches in the United States, paid special attention to the protection of the rights of immigrants, including immigrants from countries where Islam dominates. In the end, their leaders have made statements in support of Palestine in the conflict with Israel.
For a huge part of participating in the Women’s March that was not acceptable. Disagree with anti-Israeli rhetoric — mostly the organizers of the marches in the cities, where they are supported by the asset. As a result, many regional organizations have distanced themselves from the Women’s March, Inc. and said about their own marches — with original slogans. However, they will have to act on their own — without the support of sponsors and well-known politicians. Democratic party said today that it did not support the March — DNC has deleted himself from the list of sponsors.
Co-president of Women’s March defends relationship with National of Islam leader Louis Farrakhan: «It’s not my language, it’s not the way that I speak, it’s not how I organize.» https://t.co/SRMNSu10hL pic.twitter.com/orPvc8Sl6W
— ABC News Politics (@ABCPolitics) January 15, 2019
There was even a negative reaction from abroad: Jerusalem Post today reports on the refusal of local activists to conduct a Women’s March in tel Aviv. Rachel Druk, a resident and activist in the group Facebook Pantsuit Nation Israel, was one of the organizers of the Women’s March in tel Aviv in 2017, but now she says a disturbing Association in which participated the leaders of the Women’s March, and the revelations about how he treated Jewish women in motion, «painful» and «reduced the initial energy and enthusiasm». She also advises others to participate in activities in the United States: «I cannot justify participation as a Jewish woman or ask other Jewish women to speak out for what has become so derogatory to Jewish women and Jewish experience overall, and it was really painful.»
March women’s Alliance, who is walking? Everyone is welcomed hope to see you there!!!! pic.twitter.com/dnqMrNk644
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However, it is worth noting that the organizers of the Women’s March was initially managed without external support and the triumph of 2017 was made by them «with their hands». In new York city on the March, organized by the Women’s Alliance March (structure, conducted a March in NY in 2017), is gathering his supporters on 72nd& Columbus Ave at 11:00.
On their website they stated their commitment to the protection of the basic civil rights of women regardless of their faith, sexual identity and preference, race, cultural or religious background or political affiliation. «We do not support any organization or person that is anti-Semitic, antihacker, sexist or does not support equal rights for everyone».
Amanda Berman, co-founder and President of the movement Zioness, calls on his page on FB to join the March: «I can’t wait to go to the March of the Alliance of women this weekend for equal pay, reproductive rights, family leave, health care, and full gender equity for all women, including Jewish women. Proud to stand next to real leaders, such as Katherine Semenko, who boldly defended the true part, even when it is hard.»
To come to the West suggest Central Park is 10 am. After the rally the participants will March towards Broadway where they are joined by the participants with disabilities.
@WomensMarchNYC is excited 2 Co-Chair Women’s March 2019 w/ @thenyic supporting the leadership of Black Women, Immigrant Women and Women of Color in the city. The March includes a coalition of grassroots & labor orgs and will celebrate ALL women! Please DONATE https://t.co/WPnX9nUvqz pic.twitter.com/Nww2lOiQbe
— Women’s March NYC (@WomensMarchNYC) December 21, 2018
At the same time in Manhattan in front of the Supreme court will bring together representatives of Women’s March NYC along with new York immigration coalition. The organizers, emphasizing their commitment to national leadership, it refers to its main slogans: «the Rally «Unity of women» in new York city will demonstrate leadership, black women, immigrant women and women of color through national #WomensWave, and in response to the ongoing assault of the administration of the tramp in the immigrant community and the colored community.»
No data on the expected number of participants in the marches. Visit Women’s Alliance March in FB had reported that as of Friday, more than 14 thousand people. Motorists should, among other things, to be ready that will block traffic on the streets.
THIS SATURDAY: Join us, Our Revolution President @ninaturner, and thousands of our allies in Washington, DC for the @womensmarch.
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— Our Revolution (@OurRevolution) January 17, 2019
In Washington, the local organization is also planning a March, participants will gather at 10:00 at Freedom Plaza, Pennsylvania Ave. The organizers in their slogans have avoided references to Palestine and Israel: «Women’s March 2017 has inspired hundreds of women to run for office, millions — to vote and tens for elected office. Women’s March 2019 marks two years of resistance to the presidency of trump, two years of training new activists and two years to consolidate power. And this time we’ll be back with an agenda.» Promise that it will come here celebrities and famous politicians.
In Chicago report that not a single city event, and there will be several small «regional», but the organizers will help those wishing to get to Washington. Single women will March in San Francisco. Here, the organizers firmly said the denial of anti-Semitism and was supported by Jewish organizations. Stated willingness to engage tens of thousands of people — they will gather at 10:00 on the Bay Area.
