Immigration reform has long been a serious topic on peoples' minds. On April 10th, students and activist and reform groups around Walla Walla and the Whitman community decided to do something about it.
Chartered buses were hired and together, students united for change-- including our own Olivia Ware, Robert Crenshaw and Yonas Fikak-- traveled the four-and-a-half hour drive to Seattle.
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| Yonas is enthusiastic about the day ahead |
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| large crowds rally for immigration reform in Seattle |
Although it was a cold spring day, the weather did not affect the crowds or their passions, which remained as resilient as ever.
Among the many topics under siege, deportation, the stimulus bill, human rights, and healthcare made a heavy presence.
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| A "Radical Women" sign berating deportation is advertised |
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| Yonas in the crowd |
The day was not all struggles and debates, though. Olivia took some time to sight-see and window shop through Seattle with friends Brett Clark and Robert.
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| blown glass artwork at a boutique in Seattle |
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| more amazing glass pieces! |
And as we all at BSU know...where there is Olivia, there's friends and fun galore!
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| Olivia inspires smiles in Brett Clark and friend |
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| And Robert, too! |
Yayyyy, Olivia!
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| Cheers! |
But back to the rally.
While it is nearly impossible to large group to reach a consensus, we hope this picture summed up the day's efforts and leaves an imprint in everyone's minds...
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| two young boys arrive at a truce |
...of hope.
Peace and power,
BSU
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