Elections results elevate mood at Sunday sign-waving

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Elections results elevate mood at Sunday sign-waving 

By Pamela Mieth

The mood this weekend at the "Social Justice Sundays" sign-waving at the Shoreline-Edmonds line was buoyant - cautiously optimistic but tempered with the knowledge the hard work to right the course of country is just beginning.

Just over 40 local residents turned out at the intersection of Aurora Avenue North/Hwy 99 and N 205th St on the first Sunday following the midterm election that resulted in a "blue wave" across much of the country, including some unexpected locations such as Texas.

The people beat the billionaires

They carried signs thanking voters for turning out to engage in their civic right and responsibility of voting, and laying out their hopes and priorities for the next Congress. Among those were an end to the war with Iran, an end to corruption and self-dealing, shoring up social security, Medicare, and healthcare for all, and restoration of the rule of law.

They were met with a wave of mostly supportive horn-honks, waves, thumbs up, and big smiles - and a smattering of frowns, a thumbs down, and two who shouted out displeasure from passing cars, including one whose passenger informed sign-wavers that President Trump was their daddy.

Power 2 the People

Sign-waving continues every Sunday at the same intersection, 1-2pm. All are welcome to bring a sign or borrow one, and, as always, non-perishable food, toiletries, and school supplies will be accepted for donation to a local organization assisting those in need.

For more information, visit Everyday Activists on Facebook (look for the one with the green peace sign logo) or @everydayshoreline.bsky.social.