Hundreds of people attend 2025 People’s March on Boston Common

The People’s March, also known as the Women’s March rallied ahead of President Trump’s second inauguration

About 1000 people descended upon the Boston Common, a bit different than the seas of people when the march first started in 2017.

But some still remember that first march – and how impactful it was.

“I was a local organizer and honestly that time radicalized me. I never would’ve run for office if I hadn’t been here eight years ago,” said Councilor of Boston’s Ward 8, Sharon Durkan.

Boston City Councilor Sharon Durkan spoke about how she thinks now more than ever is a time to get involved and know that you don’t have to be on the national stage to make a difference.

“I want you to channel all of that hope that you felt,” and I want you to channel all of that despair that you felt into action,” said Durkan.

The People’s March focuses on advocating for policy that supports women, LGBTQ, and other marginalized people. More than just women’s rights which is why they’ve changed the name.

“Today is about the people and giving them hope after November a lot of people were really beat down and depressed,” said organizer Justin Meyer. “So a big part of today is just telling people that they aren’t alone and to give them the spirit to continue fighting for the next four years.”

Despite the fact that Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey has vowed to protect access to abortion, those who attended this rally want women around the country to have the same rights.

“It’s essential that a state like Massachusetts has events like this because we can influence the rest of the country,” said Casi Kristant, the Emcee of the event. “We can be a voice.”

So they held signs, cheered for the speakers, and promised to continue to work for policies that benefit everyone.

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