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Organizations from around the country have endorsed the call for this important demonstration. We say:
Click here to read more on why we are marching, and who will join us. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Coalition to March on the RNC and Stop the War 1313 5th St SE #112C Minneapolis, MN 55414 612.379.3584 |
March on the RNC and Stop the WarAUGUST 31 at 8:30pm UPDATE: RALLY AND MARCH WILL PROCEED AS PLANNED.
September 1, 2008: March on the RNC to Stop the Warendorse today! March on the RNC to Stop the War · U.S. Out of Iraq Now!
Massive anti-war march successful despite police repression; Coalition expresses solidarity with other activistsFor Immediate Release: September 2, 2008 Massive anti-war march successful despite police repression; Coalition expresses solidarity with other activists Will be held jointly between the Coalition to March on the RNC and Stop the War, the RNC Welcoming Committee and the Poor People's Economic and Human Rights Campaign.
Continuing Protests at the RNCCheck out this website for a schedule of events:
Massive anti war march on the RNC September 1, Protest To Continue Despite RNC Schedule ChangePreparations are complete for the massive anti war march scheduled for 11:00 am, Monday, at the Minnesota State Capitol Building. Following the rally, protestors will participate in a permitted march to the Xcel Center and the return to the Capitol. States Jess Sundin, a spokesperson from the Coalition to March on the RNC and Stop the War, “We expect that tens of thousands will join us in the march on the RNC and say no to the war on Iraq.. We have heard from people around the country that they are coming to St Paul. Buses have been chartered, Vans rented, and car pools organized from cities and towns across the Midwest.” Meredith Aby, a member of the coalition said, “The anti-war movement has ALWAYS had a demand of money for human needs not for war, and Hurricane Katrina was one of the reasons for that demand. Hurricane Gustav affects the Republican Party because they don't want to be seen as ignoring another crisis as they did when they left people to die on freeway overpasses. The demonstration will be voicing opposition to the war's prioritization above human needs such as building levees, the economy, healthcare, etc. In addition, the RNC will still be in session during our march. Tomorrow we can still give our message to the party that supported the war and that supports its continuation.”
8/29/08 - Prominent speakers from diverse groups will address anti-war rally in St. Paul on September 1st.Coalition to March on the RNC and Stop the War For Immediate Release: Prominent speakers from diverse groups will address anti-war rally in St. Paul on September 1st.
8/30/08 - Police Actions Designed to Chill Free Speech of RNC Opponents: Permitted March for September 1 goes forwardCoalition to March on the RNC and Stop the War For Immediate Release: For Immediate Release – 8/30/2008 Police Actions Designed to Chill Free Speech of RNC Opponents: Permitted March for September 1 goes forward despite police pressure
8/30/08 - Sunday news conference will give final update on preparations for Monday anti-war protestNEWS RELEASE For more information contact: Sunday news conference will give final update on preparations for Monday anti-war protest The coalition planning the Monday anti-war protest on the opening day of the Republican National Convention will hold a news conference: Sunday, August 31 at 4 pm
March routeThe route is roughly 1.6 miles long and takes us to a point directly across from the Xcel Center, where the RNC will meet. With a march time of 1pm, we expect that everyone will able to march past the Convention Center either while delegates are arriving or while the RNC is in session (they start at 2:30pm).
Grounds, on Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, between University Avenue and John Ireland Blvd. City regulations and restrictions
UPDATE: TOMORROW WE MARCH AS PLANNEDAUGUST 31 at 8:30pm: RALLY AND MARCH WILL PROCEED AS PLANNED. Of course, we are very busy with last minute preparations, and we know that you are too. Click here for a PDF with up-to-date information, including what else will be happening during the RNC, and some suggested media talking points. Please share it with everyone you are traveling with. If you happen to be in the Twin Cities early, we need more volunteers to ensure our success. MONDAY
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Upcoming eventshttp://www.protestrnc2008.org - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - We recognize that protests at the RNC will take many forms. With that in mind, we have worked for common ground with other forces to ensure that our various projects work in concert, with a commitment to ensure no one's plans are disrupted or undermined by fellow protesters. Our coalition agrees to the following principles for the September 1, 2008, March on the RNC. (1) our solidarity will be based on respect for diversity of tactics and the plans of other groups. (2) the actions and tactics used will be organized to maintain a separation of time or space. (3) any debates or criticisms will stay internal to the movement, avoiding any public or media denunciations of fellow activists and events. (4) we oppose any state repression of dissent, including surveillance, infiltration, disruption and violence. We agree not to assist law enforcement actions against activists and others. User login |
