Photography by Luke Teigue | Owl Staff Formed by many of the groups present at the 2017 Women's March, thousands rallied for the "People's March" in Washington, D.C. in support of women's reproductive rights, racial equality, LGBTQ rights, and other causes. Demonstrators surround the frozen Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool to listen to a wide range … Continue reading The People’s March
Cornerstone of Change: The Power of Peaceful Protest
Article by Tacy Brown | Owl Staff HCC Alum Danielle Frater and Tacy Brown at the 2017 Women's March on Washington. "I would participate in another march if it's for a good cause because the people who are in the wrong need to be shown that not everyone is behind them." This is a quote … Continue reading Cornerstone of Change: The Power of Peaceful Protest
Arrest Netanyahu: Protestors Take to the Capitol
Photography by Luke Teigue and Chloe Kruml | Owl Staff On July 24, thousands gathered in Washington, D.C. to protest against the arrival of Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and the ongoing war in Gaza. The protestors lined Pennsylvania Avenue directly in front of the U.S. Capitol Building as Netanyahu shared his address to Congress … Continue reading Arrest Netanyahu: Protestors Take to the Capitol
March Against Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine
Photography by Luke Teigue | Owl Staff The crowd watches as speakers share stories and calls to action. These protesters criticize both U.S. and Russian leadership. The crowd gathers in front of the Lincoln Memorial, growing in size as the day continues. Some find different ways to show their support, like this protestor with face … Continue reading March Against Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine
From the Streets of Our Capitol
Article and Photography by Luke Teigue | Owl Staff Thousands of protestors march to the White House to call for an immediate and permanent cease-fire in Gaza. The thing I remember most about the Metro ride into D.C. was how quiet it was. For the first time, I found myself nervous about what was to … Continue reading From the Streets of Our Capitol
March on Washington for Gaza
Photography by Luke Teigue | Owl Staff Protestors demonstrate their creation along Pennsylvania Avenue. The crowd continues to grow as the day moves on. In crowded city streets, some find ways to be more creative in their efforts. A small group gathers beneath the flag of Washington, D.C. Jews demonstrate their support of a cease-fire. … Continue reading March on Washington for Gaza
The Overlook Shot
Article and Photography by Matt Hubbard | Owl Staff Not a single person went into this parking garage during the protests. The police line was at the opening of the intersection as I made my way into the garage to get the classic "overlook shot". On my way in, I spoke with the owner of … Continue reading The Overlook Shot
A Day Among Protesters
Article and Photography by Matt Hubbard | Owl Staff May 30th, 2020. Eight hours and ten miles worth of peaceful protest was enough to draw absolutely zero news coverage. No reporters, no cameras, and no news vans. Just the occasional news helicopter that would do a quick sweep. The only coverage came from Instagram live … Continue reading A Day Among Protesters