How Do You Say Goodbye to Something This Big?

After 14 days, 160 miles, dozens of events, and thousands of hugs—we arrived in D.C. and delivered the Constitution to Congress. But we’re still finding the words to describe what happened.

The final day of the march. Photo credit: u/ulzimate

The march was always about more than the walk. It was about activating communities—and being activated by them in return. From Philly to D.C., we were met with extraordinary generosity, courage, and care. People fed us, housed us, sang with us, marched beside us, and reminded us what this country can be.

While we had some media coverage—like this beautiful AP article—the real story lived face to face: in church basements, potluck circles, small town parks, and the eyes of people who said “thank you for doing this.”

“There is so much more resistance and community-building happening than you'd know unless you're tapped into it in person.” — a marcher

We’re still swirling with ideas about what’s next. But one thing is clear: We want to document everything we learned—so we can light a spark for others to join us.

Reflections from the Road

Here’s a glimpse of the story from marcher Dianne, who came from Minnesota to walk every step:

“What I and the other marchers did seemed so BIG and yet as I looked at the enormity of the space between the Capitol and the National Monument I felt suddenly so small... Then magic unfurled. The magic was all the people along the way that stepped up to help and encourage. The magic was the teamwork that occurred every single day... Literally 100’s of people volunteering to house us, fix us meals, do our laundry, and love on us.”

“In two weeks I have loved deeply a group of people I have just met. Suddenly it felt anticlimactic!... But I knew that this is who I am now. I am a marcher. I am an activist. I am committed to living the story of America. I am committed to wanting the best for all people. All people.” — Dianne, WAAM marcher

What Comes Next?

We’re resting. We’re remembering. And we’re planning.

You’ll hear from us soon—with videos, reflections, toolkits, and ways to keep the movement going.

Because if there’s one thing this march proved, it’s that everyday people are ready to go to extraordinary lengths to protect democracy.

We’re not done. We’re just getting started.

In love and resistance,

The We Are America March Comms Team