Audio by Torstein Rehn Women’s March SLO held the “Engage for Equity” rally at Mitchell Park in San Luis Obispo on Saturday March 5. The rally ran from 1-3 p.m. and featured speakers such as San Luis Obispo Mayor Erica Stewart, yak titʸu titʸu yak tiĹ‚hini Northern Chumash Tribe member Wendy Lucas, GALA Pride and Diversity […]
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Women’s March SLO marches for reproductive rights for fifth consecutive year
Women’s March SLO (WMSLO) held a rally and march on Saturday for reproductive rights in response to Texas’ abortion ban. The date marked the organization’s fifth anniversary since the first march was hosted during the 2016 election cycle. “We have seen unprecedented attacks on abortion care, on reproductive rights, on people who can become pregrant first […]
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“We cannot get lazy about our democracy”: SLO Women’s March to hold virtual rally
This story was updated Jan. 11 to clarify information regarding RSVP for the event At past San Luis Obispo Women’s Marches, one might expect to see thousands of people gathering, chanting and walking through the streets of Downtown San Luis Obispo to the tune of live music. This year’s Women’s March is going to look […]
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Thousands advocate for broad spectrum of causes at Women’s March
Thousands of people gathered at Mitchell Park Saturday, Jan. 18 for the fourth annual San Luis Obispo Women’s March, themed “The Time is Now.” This year’s Women’s March advocated for five actions: show up, speak up, vote, run and lead. It encompassed multiple issues and advocacy efforts, expressed in English, Spanish and tʔɨnɨsmuĘ” tiĹ‚hinkĘ”titʸu, the language […]
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Thousands expected at 2020 San Luis Obispo Women’s March
Organizers are expecting 4,000 people to attend the fourth Women’s March in Downtown San Luis Obispo Saturday, Jan. 18. The event begins in Mitchell Park at 10 a.m. with a rally. The march starts at 11 a.m. “We are heading into an historic election that will decide the direction of our country. The time is […]
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Women’s March SLO finds success in midst of the national movement’s criticism
Local marches across the nation, including Women’s March San Luis Obispo (WMSLO), separated themselves from Women’s March Inc. after two of its leaders were accused of antisemitism and racism. The national organization largely contributed to the Women’s March on Washington in January 2017 and the event inspired women everywhere to participate in marches for the […]
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SLO Queerdos is raising money for the Women’s March through the power of Lady Gaga
SLO Queerdos drag queens and kings along with 7 Sisters Brewing Company are working to raise money for the local Women’s March in one fun-filled night.
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Flash mob at Farmer’s Market calls ‘Attention’ to voting
“What better way to collaborate than dance?” Women’s March SLO Coordinator Ellen Morrison said. “It’s much easier to collaborate these days if you don’t have to talk to each other.”
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Women’s March will host #WhyIDidntReport solidarity event
The Women’s March San Luis Obispo will host a #WhyIDidntReport event on Wednesday, Sept. 26.
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Students say people should stay involved after the Women’s March
While the Women’s March inspires thousands of participants, some students believe there is no political action taken beyond that.
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The Ironic Generation
Will Johnson argues that Millennials suffer from generalizations and the overuse of social media.