We Are America March: A 160-Mile Journey for Democracy

14 Days | 160 Miles | September 6-19, 2025 | Philadelphia to Washington DC

Our Mission in Motion

The We Are America March represents more than just a walk—it's a people's movement that began on September 6th when regular Americans set out from Philadelphia's Independence Hall, carrying a copy of the U.S. Constitution on a 160-mile pilgrimage to the steps of Congress. With each day, more neighbors have joined for rallies, family picnics, teach-ins, miles, days, or the entire journey to Washington.

Event Highlights: A Journey Through Communities

Philadelphia Launch - September 6 ✅ Completed

Philadelphia Kick-off Rally & First Day March

• People's Plaza, Independence Mall

• The march officially began with a powerful rally featuring Rabbi Michael Pollack, Rep Rabb, and MC Brita Filter from Drag Out the Vote

• Over 300 participants joined for the first 15-mile trek from Philadelphia to Chester

  
  

Delaware Crossing - September 7-8 ✅ Completed

Chester to Wilmington & Newark

• Day 2-3: 15-mile daily marches through Pennsylvania and Delaware

• 9/7 Yoga & Sound Bath after a long day marching!

• 9/6 Evening featured the Newark Resistance Singalong with Song Leaders Karen Barker & Amy Biddle

  
  

Maryland Welcome - September 9-10 ✅ Completed

Entering the Heart of the Journey

• September 9: Crossed into Maryland with a 10-mile trek from Newark to Elkton, followed by an unforgettable camp-out featuring live music and community BBQ

• September 10: Havre de Grace welcomed marchers with a moving flotilla arrival and Legion dinner

• Featured a Constitution Teach-in with theology professor Dr. Greg Carey

  
  

Community Building - September 11-13 ✅ Completed

Three Days of Deep Community Engagement

• September 11: Aberdeen "Banned Book Picnic in the Park" featuring YA author Saundra Mitchell and live music

• September 12: Immigration and Constitution discussion with Southern Poverty Law Center lawyer Luz Lopez-Ortiz

• September 13: "Dogs for Democracy" supply drive and photoshoot at Honeygo Regional Park

  
  

TODAY: Maryland Homestretch - September 14 📍 HAPPENING NOW

Perry Hall to Towson: 15-Mile Push

• Honeygo Regional Park to Towson, 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM

• Evening features inspiration with Rev. Dr. Robert R.A. Turner at Truth and Community Remembrance Park (4:30-7:00 PM)

• Join Today: This is a perfect opportunity to walk with the marchers for the final Maryland stretch!

  
  

UPCOMING: The Final Push to Democracy

Tomorrow: Baltimore Community Day - September 15 🔥 DON'T MISS

Towson to Baltimore: The Urban Connection

• March: 9 AM - 5:00 PM, 8 miles from Towson Center

• Community Picnic: 5:00-7:00 PM at Carroll Park (1500 Washington Blvd)

• Bring your own picnic food and join for games, community joy, and lawn activities

• Donation Drive: Collecting for Paul's Place (clothing, toiletries, nursing supplies)

  
  

Columbia & Howard County - September 16-17

The Suburban Stretch

• September 16: 15-mile march Baltimore to Columbia

• September 17: Columbia to Laurel march (15 miles) + Evening Potluck

• Laurel Potluck: 5:00-7:00 PM featuring Rev. Michael Lonergan's talk "Finding Community in the Borderlands"

  
  

Silver Spring Celebration - September 18 🌟 MAJOR EVENT

Coalition Night with Special Guests

• March: Laurel to Silver Spring, 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM (15 miles)

• Evening Event: 6:30-8:00 PM at Silver Spring United Methodist Church

• Featured: Food trucks (Panetaca and El Jefe), live band, and remarks from Representative Jamie Raskin

• Hosted by large coalition of grassroots and faith-based groups

  
  

THE GRAND FINALE - September 19 🇺🇸 HISTORIC CONCLUSION

Washington DC Welcome Rally

• Final March: 7:00 AM - 12:15 PM, Silver Spring to DC (9 miles)

• Rally: 11:30 AM on National Mall (Madison Drive & 3rd Street SW)

• Special Guests Include:

  • Texas Rep Al Green

  • Jessica Denson of the Removal Coalition

  • Harry Donne, Capitol Police survivor

  • And more democracy champions!

    
    

How to Get Involved

For Marchers: Join for any distance - an hour, a mile, a day, or the remaining journey to DC. All experience levels welcome at approximately 2 mph with rest stops every 3-4 miles.

For Communities: Bring food donations, attend evening events, and help us prove that communities won't stand aside while democracy is challenged.

What to Bring: Comfortable walking shoes, water bottle, lunch, and your commitment to peaceful, non-violent democratic action.

Our Core Values in Action

Throughout this journey, we've witnessed:

• Non-Violence: Disciplined, peaceful resistance as the most powerful engine of lasting change

• Community: Neighbors of every background joining together, strengthening local bonds

• Safety: Comprehensive planning with vetted routes, trained peacekeepers, traveling medics, and local authority coordination

  
  

The Message We're Carrying

This visible river of Americans proves we're still paying attention. By marching together, we send Congress—and most importantly, each other—a clear message: our communities won't stand aside while democracy faces its greatest challenges.

For real-time updates, daily maps, and more information, visit weareamericamarch.com

Join us for the final days of this historic journey. Democracy is for everyone, and every step counts.