About 200 residents and others urging the government to safeguard social programs and benefits marched along Main Street April 5 waving signs as part of the national “Hands Off!” day of protest.
What started as a movement among friends blossomed into a peaceful gathering this past Saturday, inspired by similar marches across the country as residents sought to ensure Social Security, government benefits and other programs escape the budget ax.
“This is totally nonpartisan. We have no affiliation with any organization,” said Kathe Forrest, one of the Taylor event organizers.
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