Harpers Ferry Residents Rally Against Federal Job Cuts
Harpers Ferry Protest Event Part Of Nationwide Action On March 1
The Independent Observer | Sunday, March 2, 2025
On March 1, over 200 residents rallied in Harpers Ferry to protest mass firings of federal employees, particularly from the National Park Service. Organized by Kierstyn Williams and the Resistance Rangers, the event highlighted concerns over economic impacts to local parks and public lands. Attendees were encouraged to contact their congressional representatives to voice their opposition to these firings. With significant visitor spending reported at Harpers Ferry and surrounding parks, the community emphasized the importance of preserving both jobs and natural resources, underscoring the vital economic link between public lands and the local economy.
