What societal benefits do you see a March on Washington having in 2026, if any? Briefly explain.
K.T., Northwest D.C.
“In this political climate, I worry that a March on Washington can get crazy or just be the same noise, different font, and get ignored.”
Hunter Mora, Northwest D.C.
“I think that it is necessary but also think that it can get really crazy. The police are doing anything. At the Black Lives Matter protests, they were running people over. I just hope everybody stays safe. People’s voices need to be heard.”
Akouba Sampah, Woodbridge, Virginia
“People would have a chance to be heard about the issues that they’re having, the issues that need to be talked about. Hopefully [it will change] laws, but I hope [it will change] people’s perspectives on other groups and causes that are really important.”
The Rev. Dr. William Barber, Goldsboro, North Carolina
“Some would say the time to have marched in Washington would have been before they gutted [the Voting Rights Act of 1965], before they passed the massive, deadly, ugly, destructive [One Big Beautiful Bill Act]. But now, what we need is not to march on Washington, but to march to the polls.”
Rochelle K., Northwest D.C.
“I want it to be important but I feel like it’s proven not to be enough.”
Compiled by Micha Green and Jada Ingleton
