Nearly 200 people completed a 14-day, 60-mile march from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C., to champion democracy. The We Are America march, which arrived in the capital on a sunny Friday, brought together people of all ages, from young children to seniors, in a vibrant call for accountability amid concerns over mass firings at government agencies, the federal takeover of D.C. law enforcement, and actions by the Trump administration.

Starting in Philadelphia, the group journeyed through Wilmington and Newark, Delaware, then Baltimore, finding support in every community. They slept in churches, homes, and even camped outdoors one night. Maggie Bohara, a founding member, said locals offered food, water, and shelter, reinforcing their shared belief in the cause. “It showed we’re not alone,” she said.

Among the marchers were 80-year-old Dianne Shaw-Cummins and her son Ted Regnaud. Shaw-Cummins, splitting her time between Arizona and Minnesota, joined after her son proposed the idea. “I want a better future for my grandchildren, my children, and all Americans,” she said.

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Upon arriving, the marchers were greeted with cheers and hugs from supporters, including members of Congress. Rep. Al Green, D-Texas, compared their effort to the 1965 Bloody Sunday march from Selma to Montgomery, saying, “You’ve brought that moment to Washington, D.C.” The group carried a unique U.S. Constitution, crafted by children nationwide, which they presented to Sen. Chris Van Hollen, D-Md., who recently gained attention for aiding a wrongly deported constituent.

MJ Tune, another founding member, said the Constitution symbolized their demand that elected officials honor their oath to protect it. “We’re rebuilding community,” Tune said, emphasizing the march’s goal of fostering a movement for sustained, nonviolent action. The event left participants exhausted but hopeful, united in their mission to hold leaders accountable and strengthen the nation’s democratic foundations.

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