Washington DC witnessed a massive anti-war demonstration on September 15, 2007, as people from all over the US converged on the nation’s capital to demand an end to the war in Iraq, the warmongering against Iran and the crimes being committed against the people of Palestine as well as the attacks on immigrants in the US.

Over 100,000 people are estimated to have taken part in this event, organised by ANSWER Coalition (Act Now to Stop War and End Racism) and other organisations. Prominent among the participants were war veterans and military families themselves, who have had to bear the brunt of the unjust wars. As usual, youth participated very enthusiastically, along with political and social justice groups, peace activists as well as some religious organisations. The broad character of the anti – war movement and the desire of the people to forge unity in action were evident from the presence of various national minorities and groups such as Asians, African – Americans, Latinos, Arabs and others.

Demonstrators demanded the government must actually implement the will of the people, which is to end all US wars of aggression and bring all US troops home now. In addition, people denounced the US crimes against the Palestinian people and the warmongering against Iran. They also voiced their stern opposition to attacks on immigrants in the US. The disgust and distrust with the current political set up was strongly expressed in slogans and placards that not only demanded the impeachment of Bush and Cheney for war crimes, but their imprisonment as well. The refusal of Congress to take action to stop funding the war was condemned, as were the leaders of the Democratic Party who rode to power on the anti – war sentiments of the people but continue to covertly and overtly aid the war plans of the ruling US elite.

The police reacted brutally to the demonstration, pepper – spraying them without provocation and arresting 179 people, including dozens of veterans and activists, when they tried to deliver their anti-war message to Congress.

This demonstration is very significant and shows the growing recognition of the people that they must organize themselves to bring about the changes needed in their country, as expressed by the slogans " Another US is Necessary!”, “Together This Can be Done!” and “Time for an Anti-War Government!"