Groups to rally for jobs, justice in Washington

story by the Associated Press


WASHINGTON -- Groups pushing for progressive policies plan are heading to the nation's capital for the "One Nation Working Together" rally Saturday October second.

The march is planned for Saturday at the Lincoln Memorial. Organizers say more than 400 groups - ranging from labor unions to faith, environmental and gay rights groups - are coming together to advocate for job creation, quality education and justice.

On their permit application, the groups have said they anticipate 100,000 people. The Metro transit system also is opening an hour earlier than usual on Saturday to accommodate the expected crowds.

The march comes with November's midterm elections just a month away.