Fay Wright, Stony Brook HSC—“I believe in more jobs, I?believe in better jobs and I believe in unions. The time has come for people to come together to make a united stand, to make a statement that we need more jobs and public education.”

Deb Nilsen, Farmingdale—“It’s incredible to see this sea of people and know that you’re just one tiny person, but that you can make a difference. I hope this serves as a wake-up call to people that collective action can work to get people back to work and to support public education.”

UUP Secretary Eileen Landy, Old Westbury—“This is a marvelous, exciting event. It’s soul-stirring. I’m thrilled this many people turned out. I’m proud UUP?is a part of this.”

Dilip Nath, Brooklyn HSC—“I’m here because we need jobs—jobs that don’t get shipped overseas. We need better jobs, support for public education and economic justice for ourselves, for our families, and for future generations.”

Idalia Torres, Fredonia—“So many people are out of work; it’s destroying families. My husband was away from home for six months looking for work. It’s personal for me. I had to be here.”

Carol Braund, Upstate—“I believe UUP has an obligation to uphold the premise of this rally. Education is what we do; health care is what we do. This is our chance to join others to get group support for what we do.”