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Hundreds Of Elderly Americans Protest At ‘Democracy Spring’

Hundreds of Americans, including many ‘elder-activists’ marched in support of political reform in Washington, DC, taking part in a sit-in and risking arrest as they pushed for fairer elections.  Today was the second day of the Democracy Spring sit in at the US Capitol, as protestors, returned to demonstrate against money and corruption in politics. Multiple arrests have already been made, according to reports. RT reports: The sit-in comes one day after more than 400 people were arrested for participating in what has been been termed the “Democracy Spring” movement. The organization has planned for 10 days of demonstrations and mass sit-ins at the US capitol, with day two highlighting efforts from older Americans who want to see change. “As ‘elders’ we have a moral imperative to care for and speak for future generations,” the Democracy Spring website reads. “We aim to use our wisdom and life experience to guide our actions, and stand together to create our legacy and reclaim our democracy.” “Every voice is needed to speak up and say what we know is true – that a thriving and just democracy is the path towards a sustainable world for all children, for all life.” Today is mostly [...]