PHOTOS - Tonight We Had A Vigil for Cindy in New Orleans

[funkybutt]

There was a very good turnout of people I hadn't seen before and suspect weren't very active publicly before now. There were also a lot of familiar faces. Hard working activists I've known for quite some time. Unfortunatly many of the Democrats i've worked with locally weren't there. The total for this last minute affair was between 40 and 50 people.Everyone was enthusiastic and energized.

We read the names of Eighteen Hundred + soldiers who have officially lost their lives in Iraq. Almost everyone in the crowd read a page or two, including the days they died, age and full name. The people in passing cars were overwhelmingly supportive. Many of them waved peace signs at us and honked. Others asked,"Who's Cindy" - in response to the "Support Cindy" sign. Usually upon a very brief explanation, they realized who we were talking about. Most of them thanked us after that and those who didn't sat quietly.

Reading so many names takes quite a bit of time but we broke it up with peaceful songs from a local music director. We attempted to keep candles lit in the wind, to no avail. Just before we read Casey's name, a member of the Louisiana Activist Network contacted Annie and Buddy Spell, who are currently assisting Cindy with legal representation in TX. They were there with Cindy and relayed the message to her that we were reading his name at that moment.

Cindy marched through French Quarter with us a few months ago and it was truly and honor to meet her and have her speak to us. She's so bold and graceful. I wish I could speak with the clarity that she posesses. You're an inspiration Cindy! - from new orleans

[BeTheChange]

1. You guys are awesome!

I love it! Wish you guys could be here in Crawford with us, but Im so in awe of these actions that are happening across the US.

[bananas]

2. What's the Peace Train?

Is there a link for the Louisiana Activist Network?

[funkybutt]

3. Join Cindy Sheehan and the Louisiana Activist Network

As we take the struggle to the heart of the war machine, Washington, D.C. Network. Socialize, and celebrate with others committed to the movement as we roll towards the mass rally set for Saturday, September 24th.

Make your reservations now on Amtrak's "Crescent" route in accordance with the schedule set out below.

There are around 80 riders who have already bought tickets and made reservations for the peace train.

http://www.newdemocracyrising.com

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 22

7:20 AM New Orleans, LA
8:16 AM Slidell, LA
8:38 AM Picayune, MS
9:43 AM Hattiesburg, MS
10:17 AM Laurel, MS
11:17 AM Meridian, MS
12:51 PM Tuscaloosa, AL
2:31 PM Birmingham, AL
4:04 PM Anniston, AL
7:40 PM Atlanta, GA
9:03 PM Gainsville, GA
9:44 PM Toccoa, GA
10:20 PM Clemson, SC
10:57 PM Greenville, SC
11:43 PM Spartanburg, SC

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 23
12:43 AM Gastonia, NC
1:25 AM Charlotte, NC
2:36 AM Salisbury, NC
3:17 AM High Point, NC
3:35 AM Winston-Salem, NC
3:42 AM Greensboro, NC
4:44 AM Danville, VA
5:54 AM Lynchberg, VA
7:07 AM Charlottesville, VA
7:59 AM Culpeper, VA
8:33 AM Manassas, VA
9:27 AM Alexandria, VA
9:50 AM Washington, DC!!!

[funkybutt]

4. kick

[MelissaB]

5. Wonderful pictures.

Thanks! :yourock:

Check out the Peace Train.

[AnnInLa]

6. kick......hope all the Camp Caseys are also reading

out the names of the fallen. Good Job, New Orleans!

[funkybutt]

7. more photos up

http://standwithcindy.textamerica.com/

[funkybutt]

8. more photos up

http://standwithcindy.textamerica.com/

[Al-CIAda]

9. Nice! nt