Did you know that America's Journey for Justice , a multi-racial, multi-denominational, multi-cultural march from Selma, Alabama to Washington, D.C. just took place? Did you know that thousands participated in this journey, which covered more than 1,000 miles? Did you know that a Torah was carried by Jews, gentiles, Muslims, atheists, and all those of different gradations of theism as they marched for justice? Did you know that Middle Passage, a 68-year-old veteran and Colorado resident, died while marching with the American flag for the cause? Did you know that at the culmination of that march there was a huge rally, and many senators and congress members played an integral part in supporting the cause? Did you know that at the end of this march, hundreds surged into the halls of Capitol Hill to advocate for the cause and lobby legislators?

If you did not know, then you should have known. If you did not know, then you must understand that traditional media has failed. The media completely disregards substantive issues in favor of manufactured issues to ensure that the vast American populace keeps its eyes off of the ball.

What should you know about this march? You should know that a part of grassroots America was marching for our lives, our votes, our jobs, and our schools between August 1 to September 16. You should know that America’s Journey for Justice mobilized activists and advanced a focused national advocacy agenda that protects the right of every American to a fair criminal justice system, uncorrupted and unfettered access to the ballot box, sustainable jobs with a living wage, and equitable public education.

Keep reading below for more of what you should know.

