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Related: Editorials & Other Articles, Issue Forums, Alliance Forums, Region ForumsToo old to go to Women's March so we're sponsoring college students so that they can go.
At 70+ with some health issues, it's not wise for me to go to the Women's March in January though I'd love to. Long bus ride, sleeping on the bus, long distance walking, etc.
But, my friends and I have some $$ so I suggested that we sponsor young women to attend. They have the stamina but not the $$. We have some $$ but not the stamina. And, it would get some young people involved and committed to political activism at least for this. I can only imagine how inspiring it will be.
So, we contacted a College nearby, my friend had a contact there, and so far we have 25-30 young women who want to go. We can help them with more fund-raising, just to be sure they've got skin in the game, but we can help with a large part of the expenses.
Another friend is working with a college in the middle part of the state and thinks they have 10-20 who'll commit.
So even when we can't do something, we can help others do it. And, it has the benefit of getting young people more involved the political process. We're thinking it could be a win-win-win operation.
Ohiogal
(31,977 posts)Good for you!
onetexan
(13,036 posts)For sure it will get young people involved. Bravo to you and your friends!
Judi Lynn
(160,516 posts)or pass the idea on, at least, to other very civic minded democracy-loving people.
Thank you for organizing where you are and sharing with others here.
This is an idea which should be duplicated over and over.
Very best wishes.
SharonAnn
(13,772 posts)You all can do the same kind of thing in your area. College Democrats Club and maybe some oldsters from your local Democratic Club or Party? Get these young people involved and participating. They really are our hope.
Seriously! Just do it! Try it at least.
BigmanPigman
(51,584 posts)in the US and around the world. Did you check your local areas to see if any are planned near you?
oberliner
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(41,126 posts)pioche4
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(19,849 posts)BobTheSubgenius
(11,563 posts)What an excellent idea!
halobeam
(4,873 posts)I have been feeling so horrible because I'm physically limited to do the same, but I will make some calls and try to do this as well!
You are SO right.. it's a way for us to DO something!