Sept. 24: Simultaneous demonstrations in other U.S. cities?

[stevietheman]

Obviously, most people who want to go to Washington can't for various reasons. Will there be events in cities across the country to work in synch with the D.C. event?

[tamtam]

1. Yes I have my pick

I don't know which city I'm going to. I live in San Diego but I'm thinking about going to L.A. Both cities are having rallies and I plan on going to one of them. I hope all major cities hold rallies for those who are not able to make it to DC.

[stevietheman]

2. Sounds great. Is there a list of cities somewhere? n/t

n/t

[tamtam]

3. Check out this link

Just click on your state and that should give you the info your looking for, hope that helps.

http://www.unitedforpeace.org/article.php?list=type&type=28

[Alamom]

4. Thanks for the link...... Alabama DU'ers .......Please read.

Rally & March In Birmingham, Al. 9/24 @ 2 pm

Kelly Ingram Park


This event coincides with huge peace rallies that will be held the same day in Washington, DC, Los Angeles and San Francisco.


(also posted in State Forum)


Info & details;

http://www.unitedforpeace.org/calendar.php?calid=14640




edit: to add Al link

[BushSpeak]

5. Any estimations on how big the demonstrations will be?

I'm hoping to take advantge of the publicity of this demonstration to send an info pack to the media here in France. The goal is to show the French media how Bush manipulated public opinion (WMD etc) when preparations for Iraq actually got underway the week after inauguration day.

I've got all the info - timelines etc, but I want to make sure that the event will be big enough to attract international attention. Timing is essential when working with the media.

Any ideas how many people are expected? 1000 - 10 000 - 100 000 or more?

If this turns out like the election fraud demonstrations in december where there were less that a hundred, this could be a flop.

There would probably need to be over 20 000 to start to attract attention.

You're my eyes and ears in the States and I thank all the DUers for their work to help the truth prevail.

Please try to give me a reasonable estimation of the interest the march has generated, as I must go out on a limb and I could loose a lot of credibilty points if this doesn't live up to expectations.

Bushspeak

[Alamom]

6. I just got this from the Washington Post...

In one paragraph, they say they are preparing for at least 100, 000.



Police Fortify Numbers for War Protests
Demonstration Will Be the First Since the District Passed Arrest Law

By Del Quentin Wilber
Washington Post Staff Writer
Sunday, September 18, 2005

D.C. police have canceled days off and are planning to deploy several hundred officers during an antiwar demonstration next weekend that will include a march near the White House, but officials said they expect no trouble.

Saturday's rally, part of a weekend of protests and counter-protests, will be the first demonstration allowed to surround the White House in more than a decade. It is the first major rally to occur since a D.C. law that requires police to give clear warnings before arresting demonstrators took effect.

Organizers said they are mobilizing nationwide for what could be the largest war protest since the U.S.-led invasion of Iraq more than two years ago. Various coalitions are organizing buses, vans and carpools to bring in protesters from across the country.

http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2005/09/17/AR2005091701217.html

[marions ghost]

7. thanks for the link to the wapo article

looks like DC has enacted some new laws concerning police restraint...if laws are violated, it seems that lawsuits may hold up in court, judging from the decision that was mentioned.

Sounds like it will be big in DC!

[madame defarge]

10. Hope it's 10x that number in DC!!! n/t

[KerryOn]

9. It is anyones guess at this point....

... My guess is at least 10 to 30 thousand, but I'm concerned about what seems to be the lack of interest here at DU. I guess because of Bush and his administration many here can not afford the trip. There are many organizations taking part, and they don't seem to be organized as one. Many have their own agendas, but of course United for Peace and Justice and the Answer Coalition are the main groups. There are many colleges across the country planning bus trips. Other organizations include:

Stop The War Coalition
Peace North
Troops Out Now
National Council of Arab-Americans (NCA)
Muslim American Society (MAS) Freedom Foundation
Haiti Support Network
Alliance for a Just and Lasting Peace in the Philippines
National Lawyers Guild
Al Awda: The Palestine Right to Return Coalition
Mexicanos Sin Fronteras / Mexicans Without Borders
Women's Anti-Imperialist League

[Lars39]

8. Yes. Check with your nearest Peace and Justice Center.

Ours is planning a demonstration on the 24th in Nashville.