We are walking to test and experience the fabric of Quaker society, and to encourage Friends to face the future with faith instead of fear. Broader society in the United States is undergoing significant change, and we as Friends are well-oriented towards the thing that survives all periods of great change throughout history: a true expression of community. The National Peace Walk is headed towards the Twin Cities to acknowledge and celebrate the emergent effort which protected the natural rights and liberties of so many during the ICE occupation earlier this year. We believe that this represents exactly that which we seek, both in this walk and in life: a true expression of community. We walk to amplify this victory, and proclaim that the resilience and fortitude which seems out of reach so often will always be close at hand for those who can call upon community.