N.J. protesters sound off against Bush's plan

[Kire]

N.J. protesters sound off against Bush's plan

Wednesday, April 27, 2005

By MERRY FIRSCHEIN
STAFF WRITER

PARAMUS - About 40 people stood on the sidewalk outside Rep. Scott Garrett's office on Route 4 during afternoon rush hour Tuesday, holding signs announcing their opposition to President Bush's proposal for private Social Security accounts.

"Bush says privatize; we say no!" they chanted. "Bush says raw deal; we say no deal."

Cars and trucks honked their horns in support. Some drivers gave the thumbs-up sign or waved.

The 90-minute rally was one of more than 35 events held in 35 states Tuesday, termed "National Day of Unity to Protect Social Security and Stop Privatization." The Route 4 event was organized by New Jersey Citizen Action and Americans United to Protect Social Security.

Protesters said they couldn't stomach the thought of private Social Security accounts.

"I think what's happening in the country with this government is frightening," said Paul Meyers of Jersey City. "It is just one more big step that they want to get their hands on."

Bush's plan won't happen because "people are very wary of tapping into this, even Republicans," Meyers said.

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[Melodybe]

1. My friend went to a protest in Biloxi yesterday

for the Nuclear Option, he said that they got lots of honks and only one vocal pro-Bush passer by.

The tide is turning!

[Radio_Lady]

2. Thanks for posting -- good job!

I was busy with my sick grandson today and had no time to focus on the so-called Presidential Press Conference, until seeing the replay on TV.

God, what a farce! What a dunce! How did this man even GET to be in the most important office in the world???????????????

Let's un-DUnce the American Presidency! Start planning NOW...