Keegan Mullen | Hatchet Photographer
Thousands marched on the National Mall Saturday to celebrate the contributions of science to society and demand evidence-based policies from government.
The march was part of an international movement of more than 600 satellite marches worldwide Saturday. It was held on the 47th anniversary of Earth Day to rally in support of research funding and protest proposed cuts to federal agencies by President Donald Trump’s administration.
Organizers said on the event’s Facebook page that they hoped to see policy changes as a result of the protests happening worldwide.
“Our plans for policy change and community outreach will start with marches worldwide and a teach-in at the National Mall, but it is imperative that we continue to celebrate and defend science at all levels – from local schools to federal agencies – throughout the world,” the post said.
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