Protesters bearing the largest signs were often spotted at the forefront of the march.

A March Against Economic and Social Inequality

On January 28th, hundreds of protesters marched up and down Portland city streets in what turned out to be one of the largest of the more recent Occupy marches. Though their signs addressed a great many things, protesters stood together in solidarity beneath the towering skyscrapers of Portland’s banks. Following them closely were groups of police officers, some of whom blocked off streets and redirected traffic as the protesters made their way to the waterfront.

On January 28th, hundreds of protesters marched up and down Portland city streets in what turned out to be one of the largest of the more recent Occupy marches. Though their signs addressed a great many things, protesters stood together in solidarity beneath the towering skyscrapers of Portland’s banks. Following them closely were groups of police officers, some of whom blocked off streets and redirected traffic as the protesters made their way to the waterfront.

Protesters were hard to miss as they marched down the streets with signs and banners.

Mounted police watched from the sidelines as protesters stood on Southwest 4th Avenue outside the Wells Fargo Center.

One protester carried a sign advocating against police brutality.

Fourth Avenue was covered with banners as protesters filled the street.

Some protesters held a sign calling for unity.

Protesters climbed atop the walls surrounding the Wells Fargo Center to make themselves visible.

Some criticized the American Legislative Exchange Council and the nation’s immigration policies.

As the march gained momentum, police in full riot gear appeared at the scene.

The mounted police officers took to the streets to keep a closer eye on the protest.

All manner of equipment was held by some of the more heavily geared police forces.

Soon after deploying, the more heavily-armored police forces loaded up onto the sides of cars and left for the time being

Police officers used their motorcycles to block off streets that were occupied by marching protesters.

One banner decried a perceived overemphasis on profit on behalf of corporations.

Protesters bearing the largest signs were often spotted at the forefront of the march.

One banner criticized ALEC State Chairman Rep. C. Gene Whisnant.