Americans Rally In Washington DC To Protest Poverty

Protesters

Thousands of Americans including prominent activists and human rights leaders participated in a march in Washington DC on Saturday which was part of a weeks-long campaign to raise awareness about the plight of Americans living in poverty.

The protesters called for moral revival on key issues affecting the lives of ordinary Americans, including voter suppression and mass incarceration, as well as healthcare.

"So too few have so much and poor people have rich votes, poor people can vote. There are enough of poor people to turn the course of our country, that's what we have to do," said Rev. Jesse Jackson, activist and former presidential candidate.

The rally follows a UN report that shows millions of Americans are living in extreme poverty. The report blames the situation on the rapid growth of inequality under the administration of Donald Trump.

It also refers to Trump’s tax reforms and welfare cuts as instances of cruel policies that indicate complete lack of compassion towards the poor.





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