On a cold January evening, Fight for Philly volunteers from across the city gathered to share their Fight for Philly experiences from this past year.
Together, we reflected on how we — in just a short six months — have accomplished so much since the start of our campaign. All of us were in agreement: last year, we were able to hold accountable the politicians and corporations that are perpetuating policies that enrich the 1% at the expense of the rest of us.
We took special note that Philadelphians have mustered up the courage to speak up on issues that are affecting us, and it’s captured the attention of our neighbors.
In discussing our hopes and goals for this new year, Fight for Philly community members became hopeful and optimistic about what this year has to offer.
Here’s what Gina, a community member from South Philly, had to say:
“I am excited and ready for the Year 2012. Going to Washington, D.C. and marching with over 3,000 people was just a stepping stone to what I see to come.”
With the support of Gina and other members of the community, Fight for Philly is optimistic that we will continue to grow and fight for this city.
Together, in 2012, we will continue to hold corporations, banks and elected officials accountable to the 99%.
We left feeling inspired by the promising future of this organization, and feeling confident that 2012 would be the year that would catapult them into a better position to fix our city’s growing issues.