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What is the One Nation March?

On Saturday, October 2, 2010, hundreds of thousands of people from across America will gather at the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C. to demonstrate our re-commitment to change. The One Nation March will feature human and civil rights leaders, labor leaders, environmental and peace activists, faith leaders, celebrities and sports figures – all marching together to help Put America Back to Work and to Pull America Back Together. And to help reorder our national priorities so that investments in people come first.

When is the March?

Saturday, October 2, 2010. Our official program will begin at 12:00 pm and end at 4:00 pm. The event site will open for our guests at 6:00 am, and our pre-program will kick off at 11 am. We anticipate tens of thousands of people from across the country for this march. Please plan on arriving in the morning to allow sufficient time to get to the Lincoln Memorial.

Where is the March?

The March takes place on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial located on the National Mall in Washington DC.

Is the event open to the public?

Yes, this event is open to the public. No tickets or pre-registration is required. Please note that all buses traveling to the event are required to register with March organizers. Bus organizers may register buses and request parking permits athttp://action.onenationworkingtogether.org/busorganizers

Is this event open to the media?

Credentials

All media must register in advance for credentials. Credential requests should be sent toONWTcommunications@gmail.com and need to include name, media outlet and a telephone number. Media on site wil be required to present identification to pick up their media credentials. Credential pick up instructions will be sent to registered media in advance of the event. The deadline to register for credentials is Thursday, September 30.

Broadcast Truck Parking

Broadcast outlets wanting to park satellite or microwave trucks on site for live transmission must register their vehicles in advance. Please send the media outlet, operator name and truck dimensions to ONWTcommunications@gmail.com The deadline to register a broadcast truck is Monday, September 27.

Radio Row

A limited number of spaces will be available to radio hosts that want to broadcast live from the event site. Interested organizations should contact ONWTcommunications@gmail.comfor information on ordering ISDN and other telecommunications services. The deadline to register for radio row is Monday, September 27.

For any additional information please contact Theo LeCompte (202)263-4569 or emailONWTCommunications@gmail.com.

What organizations are a part of One Nation Working Together? How does my organization join?

One Nation is composed of more than 150 national, local, and state organizations. Please visit our partner page for a complete listing of endorsing organizations and for more information on how your organization can endorse the march.

What happens if it rains?

The March will proceed rain or shine.

Will there be food, beverage and bathrooms available on site?

Yes there will be portable bathrooms and water on site.

Will there be any seating? Can I bring my own chair?

March attendees are encouraged to bring portable chairs and other items to insure their comfort throughout the day. Please see the prohibited items list for items and activities that are not permitted at the March.

Can I bring signs?

Yes you can bring signs that promote the values of One Nation Working Together.

Can I volunteer at the March?

Volunteers are welcomed! Please contact ONWTlogistics@gmail.com for more information. Please note that volunteers are responsible for making their own arrangements for travel and accommodations.

Monday, September 20, 2010 - 6:23pm

IVAW members coming to this event can stay at the DC IVAW house please Email Geoff Millard to RSVP Geoff@ivaw.org.

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Lincoln Memorial located on the National Mall washington , DC
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Saturday, October 2, 2010 - 12:00pm

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Michael Raines

My name is Michael Raines; Specialist in the Maryland Army National Guard. I enlisted as a High School Senior in 2015 in an effort to not only better...
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Diana Morrison

I was angry that my desire to serve my country had been used to destroy a country for the greed of politicians. After a while I became fatigued by...
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James Fox

Army 11B veteran, agree with the stated mission of this group.
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John Laursen

I always knew the guys shooting at us, the guys who blew me up twice, are getting paid to do the same damn job I am getting paid to do. There’s...
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Jaime Kwebetchou

I was to spread peace, diplomacy, and the true American ideology.
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