Groups plan war protests today!

[Breeze54]

03/15/2007

Groups plan war protests

By Camie Young
Senior Writer
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LAWRENCEVILLE -

For years, Dot Shaw has driven outside her home county to march in protest of the war in Iraq.

But beginning today, she'll hold her placard high near her Centerville home.

Shaw will lead a crowd of at least a dozen protesters, who want American troops to come home from war-torn Iraq.

"There are a lot of people who are opposed to the war. ... People think they are the only ones," she said.
"I was excited to find Gwinnett citizens like myself, who cared enough to commit to show up at a vigil and hold a sign."

Last week, during impromptu protests, Shaw said she heard some negative comments from passers-by,
but a lot of people honked horns in encouragement. She believes politicians are beginning to listen
to the signs of displeasure, and she plans to deliver a petition to Gwinnett's senior congressman,
John Linder, R-Duluth.

"I think the groundswell is getting so that they have to hear it, but whether or not they'll listen.
.... hopefully, they will," she said.

The first protest will be held from 5 to 6 p.m. today at the corner of Centerville Highway
and Centerville-Rosebud Road in southern Gwinnett.

The Georgia Peace and Justice Coalition and Democracy for America are coordinating another
rally from 5 to 6 p.m. Friday at Peachtree Industrial Boulevard at Medlock Bridge Road,
and a candlelight vigil is scheduled for 6 to 7 p.m. Monday
- the fourth anniversary of the war - at 5100 Annistown Road.

"I really fear what a surge of troops and military spending will do to our already huge budget
deficit," said another protester, Mafori Moore, a retired math professor from Snellville.
"Also, I oppose any attacks on Iran."

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Events

Athens, Georgia
RSVP • Interfaith Peace Service--Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens
Sunday, March 18th 2007 6:00 pm
This will be an opportunity to join with those of faith in a spirit of peace and unity.
Local spiritual leaders will shoare words of hope, and we will sing songs that inspire
our work for peace. All are welcome! Address: 780 Timothy Rd, athens, GA 30606


RSVP • Athens Women in Black Vigil for Peace
5:00 PM
Weekly Event
Weekly silent vigils for peace, every Tuesday from 5:00 to 6:00 pm.
A Vigil for Peace, commemorating the fourth anniversary of the start of the Iraq War.


Atlanta, Georgia
RSVP • Mercy Community Church Peace Vigil
Saturday, March 17th 2007 1:30
We will gather at 1026 Ponce for a Peace Vigil and Rally.


RSVP • Constituent Teach-In Cobb Co. - GA
Monday, March 19th 2007 10:00 AM
Constituent "Speak Truth to Power" Teach-In at congressional offices of Senators Chambliss and
Isakson in Cobb County. We may not make them see the light but we can make them feel the heat.


RSVP • Stand for Peace Vigil/Rally
Monday, March 19th 2007 5 pm
Vigil/Rally to mark the 4th anniversary of the U.S. invasion of Iraq.


RSVP • Iraq 4 Years
Wednesday, March 21st 2007 11am
Students, Faculty and Staff of Emory University have organized an observance
of the 4th anniversary of the war in Iraq. Emory groups representing diverse
perspectives will sponsor activities, discussion, & food. "Iraq 4 Years"
aims for recognition and commemoration while encouraging ongoing dialogue.
The event is part of the Wonderful Wednesdays series and will take place
Wednesday, March 21 from 11-1. Asbury Circle, in front of the DUC.


Hinesville, Georgia
RSVP • Veterans Caravan to Ft. Stewart, Georgia
Wednesday, March 21st 2007 Call
Leafletting and outreach to soldiers and families.


McDonough, Georgia
RSVP • McDonough, GA Peace Vigil
Saturday, March 17th 2007 3:00 p.m.
Volunteers display signs saying
Not one more death, not one more dollar, Bring the Troops Home Now, opposing the Iraq War.


Newnan, Georgia
RSVP • Troops Out Now Vigil
Saturday, March 17th 2007 noon
Cowetans for Peace and Justice are having a peace vigil to protest
the occupation of Iraq and urge congress to redeploy our troops now.


Savannah, Georgia
RSVP • Veterans Caravan to Savannah/Ft. Stewart
Wednesday, March 21st 2007 7:00 p.m.
Showing of "The Ground Truth" and discussion after the movie.


St. Simons Island, Georgia
Military Veterans Speak Out for Peace
Sunday, March 18th 2007 4:00 p.m.
Speakers will include Iraq War veterans and military family members speaking out
for an end to the war and a safe return of U.S. troops. Music and refreshments.

[Breeze54]

1. Forgot to add the link for more info! Sorry!

Calendar with More Info: http://www.unitedforpeace.org/calendar.php?state=GA&bydate=2007-03-17

[RubyDuby in GA]

2. Hot damn! I know Dot. She is a fantastic person!

A Deaniac from the very beginning.

I'm so proud of her!