Posted on 03/10/2004 4:27:39 PM PST by tgslTakoma
Anti-war demonstrators from throughout the Southeast plan to hold a rally in Fayetteville on March 20, the first anniversary of the start of the war in Iraq.
The rally — and a march beforehand — is being billed as the largest anti-war protest in Fayetteville since the Vietnam War.
Organizers include activist groups from across the state. They say they expect at least 2,000 people to attend the rally at Rowan Park, the site of a 1970 anti-war protest led by actress Jane Fonda.
Three days after that rally, someone torched Fayetteville’s Quaker House, a resource center for soldiers looking for ways to get out of the military.
The Quaker House helped sponsor that rally, as well as this one. Although the organization’s director, Chuck Fager, expects a peaceful rally next week, he said he is concerned about the potential for violence.
A group called Free Republic may be planning a counter demonstration at the park on the same day. Free Republic has approached Fayetteville police for a permit, police Capt. Bill Simons said.
This is just a glorified press release from the protestors. Free advertising for a political cause.
Great news!
Dear Mr. Barnes,Regarding your 3/11/04 story "Anti-war rally planned":
I read with bemusement Chuck Fager's statement that he is "concerned about the potential for violence". Well, the Free Republic Network has been organizing numerous and varied protests around the country since 1998. In that time, I have not heard of one assault or arrest of any of our members.
The only potential for violent confrontation will be that inherent in the nasty, combative tactics of the A.N.S.W.E.R. members. They are one of the activist groups organizing the main event. One firsthand account of how they operate can be found here: http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/917334/posts
I personally helped organize two pro-military events in Raleigh last year: one counter-protest of an "anti-war" rally on February 15, 2003, and our own (stand-alone) "Rally for America" on March 22, 2003.
At the February rally our members, though obviously in opposition to those across the street, did not exhibit violence at any time.
This was in sharp contrast to the so-called "peace" marchers who hurled obscenities and abuse at us (in front of children) and were generally harassing us. I will be only a participant at this upcoming rally, but I expect more of the same bad manners and shouting-down from those who claim to value tolerance and freedom of speech so highly.We are a peaceful, family-oriented group that only wishes to exercise our own First Amendment rights. None of us are "pro-war", but we believe that it's entirely honorable to support this war. Despite the fever-swamp rhetoric of the "anti-war" groups, this is a war that liberated millions of oppressed Iraqis from the murderous ravages of a cruel tyrant.
I look forward to hearing your reply! Thanks for mentioning Free Republic in the article. One correction: the actual name of our group is the Old North State Chapter of the Free Republic Network.
I do not speak for the entire Free Republic Network, but I believe the sentiments expressed above would be agreed with by most of our members.
Kind regards,
(Constitution Day)
A NATIONWIDE LISTING OF THE WHEN AND WHERE ANSWER GROUPS WILL BE ASSEMBLING ON MARCH 20TH, 2004
THIS (NATIONWIDE) LIST IS VERY LONG, SORRY...
ALABAMA
BIRMINGHAM
Birmingham Peace Project CONTACT: birminghamrally@internationalanswer.org EVENT: Gather at 5pm at Five Points South (20th St. & 11th Ave. South)
MOBILE
Citizens for Peace CONTACT: mobilerally@internationalanswer.org EVENT: Gather from 12 noon – 2pm at Memorial Park (Intersection of Government and Airport)
ALASKA
ANCHORAGE
Alaskans for Peace and Justice CONTACT: anchoragerally@internationalanswer.org EVENT: Gather at Town Square Park in front of the PAC at 1pm
ARIZONA
TUCSON Turnwind & Tucson Peace Action Coalition CONTACT: tucsonrally@internationalanswer.org EVENT: Gather University of Arizona Mall at 10am for a march, and the main rally is at De Anza (Stone and Speedway) Park, at 11:30am.
CALIFORNIA
BODEGA Bodega Go-pher Peace Group CONTACT: bodegarally@internationalanswer.org EVENT: Gather at 11am at Highway 12 Northern Lights Surf Shop
EUREKA
Communities For Peace CONTACT: eurekarally@internationalanswer.org EVENT: Gather at the Municipal Auditorium (11th & F) at 11 AM and begin the march to the Gazebo at 12 AM.
FRESNO
Peace Fresno CONTACT: fresnorally@internationalanswer.org EVENT: Gather at 12 noon at Federal Building (0 & Mariposa st.) and march to a 1PM rally at the Courthouse Park at (Van Ness & Tulare) Live music on a solar powered stage!
LOS ANGELES
A.N.S.W.E.R. LA CONTACT: 213-487-2368 or email ANSWER LA , or go to www.answerla.org for more info EVENT: March & rally gathering at 12 noon at Hollywood & Vine.
RIVERSIDE
RAPJA - Riverside Area Peace & Justice Action CONTACT: riversiderally@internationalanswer.org EVENT: Gather at 6pm at the corner Iowa & University
SAN DIEGO
A.N.S.W.E.R. San Diego CONTACT: 619-692-4422, or sdiac@earthlink.net EVENT: There will be various marches from communities around San Diego converging on Balboa Park (Presidents Way and Park Blvd) for a rally at 2 p.m. March Assembly Points: North Park Community Park 12 p.m. Federal Building 12 p.m. City Hieghts Community Park 11 p.m. 6th and Laurel 1 p.m. War Memorial 1 p.m. City College 1 p.m.
SAN FRANCISCO
A.N.S.W.E.R. SF CONTACT: at 415 821-6545 or answer@actionsf.org , or go to www.actionsf.org for more info EVENT: Gather at 11 am at Dolores Park (18th St. & Dolores St.) with a march to Civic Center
SAN JOSE
South Bay Mobilization CONTACT: sanjoserally@internationalanswer.org EVENT: Gather at 12:30 pm at Roosevelt Park (East Santa Clara & 19th St) Marching to the Mexican Heritage Plaza follwed by a rally at Roosevelt Park.
SAN LUIS OBISPO
Passion for Peace CONTACT: sanluisobisporally@internationalanswer.org EVENT: Gather at 12 noon at Mitchell Park. SANTA ANA
Green Party of Orange County CONTACT: santaanabus@internationalanswer.org TRANSPORTATION: Conatact for details Transportation organized to: Los Angeles
SONORA
Tuolumne County Citizens for Peace CONTACT: sonorarally@internationalanswer.org EVENT: Gather at 5pm at Courthouse Sq.
TEMECULA
Peace Works CONTACT: temecularally@internationalanswer.org EVENT: Gather at 6pm at Duck Pond Park (Ynez & Rancho California)
VENTURA
CONTACT: venturarally@internationalanswer.org EVENT: Start at 12:30pm at Plaza Park (Corner of Chestnut & Santa Clara) Peace Walk Down Main St. to Mission Park for afternoon rally.
COLORADO
COLORADO SPRINGS Pikes Peak Justice and Peace & Students for Social Justice CONTACT: coloradospringsrally@internationalanswer.org EVENT: Gather at 11am at Tejon St. & Saint Vrain St., march to Nevada & Vermijo. A teach-in will precede the march it will be held at First Congregational Church on Tejon St. & Saint Vrain St.
DENVER
MADCOW coalition (Making A Difference: Coloradoans Opposed to War) CONTACT: denverrally@internationalanswer.org EVENT: Gathering at 11am at the flagpole at Auraria Campus (Lawrence & Speer) and marching to one of the Federal Buildings downtown (specifics coming soon).
FLORIDA
JACKSONVILLE Wage Peace, Inc. CONTACT: jacksonvillerally@internationalanswer.org EVENTS: Gather at 6:30PM at Friendship Fountain on the Southbank of the St. Johns River.
NAPLES
Pax Christi Naples CONTACT: naplesrally@internationalanswer.org EVENTS: Gather at Collier County Government Center (Corner U.S. 41 & Airport Road) from 4-6pm
SARASOTA
New College Democrats CONTACT: sarasotarally@internationalanswer.org EVENTS: Gather from 12 noon- 6pm at US 41 & General Spaatz blvd.
ST. PETERSBURG
CONTACT: stpetersburgrally@internationalanswer.org EVENTS: Bring the family and a picnic lunch to Crescent Lake (22nd Ave. & 7th St. North) from 2-4pm.
TALLAHASSEE
Vietnam Veterans Against the War CONTACT: tallahasseerally@internationalanswer.org EVENTS: We were pre-empted from Capitol Steps! The event will be held at Bloxham Park just opposite the Downtown Marketplace (Monroe St. & Park Ave.) From 12 noon – 3pm.
GEORGIA
ATLANTA
International Action Center & Atlanta Palestine Solidarity et al CONTACT: 770-989-2536, or email atlantabus@internationalanswer.org , or go to IAC Atlanta. EVENTS: Gather at 12 noon at the Israeli consulate (1100 Spring St.)
ATHENS
CONTACT: athensrally@internationalanswer.org EVENT: Gather at 1PM at the Arch (College & Broad). At 1:45PM we will march through downtown. Returning to the Arch for a rally, including a "speak out" (open mic).
IDAHO
KETCHUM Rockford Peace & Justice Action Committee CONTACT: ketchumrally@internationalanswer.org EVENT: Gather at 4pm at 6th & Main St.
ILLINOIS
CHICAGO
The March 20 Anti-War Organizing Coalition CONTACT: chicagoevent@internationalanswer.org or 888-471-0874 EVENT: Gather at 12 noon. March step-off from Michigan & Pearson, one block north of Chicago Ave. 1:30 PM Rally at Federal Plaza, Dearborn & Adams. On March 20, 2003, more than fifteen thousand people marched down Chicago's Lake Shore Drive to oppose the beginning of the war on Iraq. This March 20, we'll finish that march - and join millions across the world in sending a clear message to the Bush administration: The Midwest STILL says No to War!, End the Occupations of Iraq, Afghanistan & Palestine, Troops Out Now!, Money for Jobs, Housing, Healthcare & Education, Not for Wars & Occupation, Stop Racial Profiling - Defend Civil Liberties and Immigrant Rights!. Downloadable flyer
MOLINE
Social Action Connection CONTACT: molinebus@internationalanswer.org TRANSPORTATION: Leaving in front of building 1 at Black Hawk College at 7am and come back between 8-9 pm The trip will cost $20per person. Contact to reserve your seat.. Transportation organized to: Chicago
ROCKFORD
Rockford Peace & Justice Action Committee CONTACT: rockfordrally@internationalanswer.org EVENT: 10 am - Rally at Unitarian church (4848 Turner Street) 11am - March to Alpine & State Streets; 12 noon - return to church for complimentary lunch
INDIANA
EVANSVILLE
June 1st Peace and Justice Coalition CONTACT: evansvillebus@internationalanswer.org TRANSPORTATION: Bus departing about 4A.M. March 20. Arrive Chicago 11:00 A.M. Cost approx. $40. Contact to buy tickets. Transportation organized to: Chicago
FORT WAYNE
Fort Wayne Peace Action CONTACT: fortwaynerally@internationalanswer.org EVENT: Gather at 12 noon at Courthouse Green
TERRE HAUTE
Terre Haute Stop War on Iraq CONTACT: terrehauterally@internationalanswer.org EVENT: Gather from 10-2pm at Ohio & 3rd St. followed by video showings at the Vigo Co. Public Library, (7th and Poplar Sts.) TERRE HAUTE
Terre Haute Stop War on Iraq CONTACT: terrehauterally@internationalanswer.org TRANSPORTATION: Departing shopping center at Margaret and 7th Sts. (where the Driver's Licence office is) at 6:30 am RT cost is $35. Transportation organized to: Chicago
IOWA
DES MOINES
Iowa Peace Coalition for March 20 CONTACT: desmoinesbus@internationalanswer.org EVENT: Gathering at 1 pm at Drake U. Olmstead Center (29th & University St.) Followed by films.
DUBUQUE
Dubuque Peace and Justice CONTACT: dubuquerally@internationalanswer.org EVENT: Gather Monday March 22 at Washington Park (4th & Bluff) from 4-5:30pm..
WATERLOO
CONTACT: waterloorally@internationalanswer.org EVENT: Gather for the showing of "Uncovered: the whole truth about the Iraq war" at the Waterloo Public Library (4th and Commercial) in rooms A & B at 11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Gather on west side of library at 12:30 p.m. and march to Lincoln Park (4th & Mulberry) for a peace rally.
LOUISIANA
LOUISVILLE Louisville Peace Action Community (LPAC) CONTACT: louisvillerally@internationalanswer.org EVENT: Gather March 19 at 6th & Jefferson at 3:30 pm, march through downtown Louisville, join people "bannering" at major intersections, march back to 6th & Jefferson for rally at 5:00 pm.
LOUISIANA
LAFAYETTE
The Palestinian American Congress and Lafayette Coalition For A Better World CONTACT: lafayetterally@internationalanswer.org EVENT: Gather in front of the Federal Building at 2pm.
NEW ORLEANS
C3 - concern, community, compassion CONTACT: neworleansrally@internationalanswer.org EVENT: Contact for details
MAINE
AUGUSTA
Maine Coalition for Peace and Justice CONTACT: augustarally@internationalanswer.org EVENT: Gather at the State Capitol at 12 noon for a march and rally.
MARYLAND
BALTIMORE
All Peoples Congress CONTACT: 410-235-7040 or email baltimorebus@internationalanswer.org TRANSPORTATION: Leaving Saturday morning at 6:30 A.M. from the All Peoples Congress Hall, 426 E. 31st St.(31st & Greenmount Ave.) and returning late Saturday night.
Tickets are $30 per seat round trip. You must purchase a ticket in advance to guarantee your reservation. You can mail checks to the APC, 426 E. 31st St., Baltimore, Md. 21218 or come to the All Peoples Congress Hall on Thursday's from 7 P.M. to 9 P.M. or email us
There is residential parking in the neighborhood. But for those who would like a paid parking lot--Union Memorial Hospital parking lot at Calvert & 33rd St. is in walking distance There is also a special labor/community bus.
Transportation organized to: New York City
MASSACHUSETTS
BOSTON
A.N.S.W.E.R. Boston CONTACT: 617-522-6626, or email info@answerboston.org or go to Boston ANSWER for more info. TRANSPORTATION: Bus tickets are $25 + $5 suggested donation for the Transportation Subsidy Fund. Buses will begin loading Saturday March 20 at Roxbury Community College at 5:30am. Transportation organized to: New York City
MEDFORD
Tufts Coalition to Oppose the War and Occupation of Iraq CONTACT: medfordrally@internationalanswer.org EVENT: Gather March 16 from 3-5pm at Tisch Library Steps at Tufts University, right off Professors Row.
NEW BEDFORD
The Alyzza Callahan and Rachel Stern Foundation CONTACT: newbedfordrally@internationalanswer.org EVENT: Gather from 12-6 pm at the corner of Buttonwood Park & Route 140 (across from the CVS).
SPRINGFIELD
Western Mass. IAC & ANSWER & ARISE for Social Justice CONTACT: 413-538-8537, or email springfieldbus@internationalanswer.org EVENT: Gather at the Springfield's Court Square (Main Street) directly across from the Civic Center, time TBA soon.
MICHIGAN
ANN ARBOR CONTACT: annarbor@internationalanswer.org EVENT: Gather at Federal Building (Liberty & Fifth Ave.) at 12 noon.
DETROIT
Detroit A.N.S.W.E.R. CONTACT: 313-831-0750 or detroit@internationalanswer.org TRANSPORTATION: Buses from Detroit leaving at 10 AM - $13 per seat. Return to Detroit by 7 PM. Send checks to MECAWI, 5920 Second Ave., Detroit MI 48202. Transportation organized to: Lansing
FLINT
CONTACT: flintrally@internationalanswer.org EVENT:Friday 19, at 6pm silent vigil @ the War Memorial in McFarlan Park (Saginaw St and MLK Ave) . Saturday 20, at 4:40pm at Woodside Church (Court St east of Crapo)
LANSING
Greater Lansing Network Against War & Injustice CONTACT: detroit@internationalanswer.org EVENT: Gather at 12 noon to State Capitol for rally. Following rally indoor program at nearby Central United Methodist Church.
TRAVERSE CITY
Traverse Area Peace and Justice Community CONTACT: traversecityrally@internationalanswer.org EVENT: Gather from 11-12:30pm at the Grand Traverse County Government Center (400 Boardman)..
ST. JOSEPH
Patriots for Peace CONTACT: stjosephrally@internationalanswer.org EVENT: Gather on Friday March 19, from Sun Rise to Sun Set in front of the U.S. Post Office.
MINNESOTA
NORTHFIELD People for Peace and Good Will CONTACT: northfieldrally@internationalanswer.org EVENT: Gather at 12 noon at Bridge Sq.
ST. PAUL March 20 Coalition of peace and anti-war groups CONTACT: stpaulrally@internationalanswer.org EVENT: 1:30pm Assemble at MLK Center, 270 N. Kent, St. Paul (Kent & Iglehart) 2 blocks south of I-94; one block East of Dale. 2:15pm March to the State Capitol approx. 1.5 miles. 3-4pm Rally on steps of the State Capitol (75 Constitution Ave.)
MISSISSIPPI
JACKSON
Green Party of Mississippi CONTACT: jacksonrally@internationalanswer.org EVENT: Gather at Eastland Federal Courthouse from 11:30 -12:30pm.
OXFORD
CONTACT: oxfordrally@internationalanswer.org EVENT: Gather at Courthouse, downtown Oxford Sq. with a march followed by rally 10am-1pm
MONTANA
BILLINGS
Billings Peace Seekers and Yellowstone County Green Party CONTACT: billingsrally@internationalanswer.org EVENT: Gather at 2 pm at N 27th & 2nd Ave N Courthouse Sq.
NEBRASKA
LINCOLN
Nebraska Peace Coalition of Lincoln CONTACT: lincolnrally@internationalanswer.org EVENT: Contact for details
NEVADA
LAS VEGAS
Coalition to Prevent the Erosion of Human Rights CONTACT: lasvegasrally@internationalanswer.org EVENT: Gather at 12 noon at the Federal Building (Las Vegas Blvd.)
RENO
Northern Nevada March 20 Mobilization CONTACT: renorally@internationalanswer.org EVENT: Gather at 1pm at West Street Plaza (formerly Brick Park) on First & West streets, then we will march to the Federal Bldg. downtown
NEW HAMPSHIRE
KEENE
Nebraska Peace Coalition of Lincoln CONTACT: keenerally@internationalanswer.org EVENT: Gather from 11am to 2pm at Central Sq.
MANCHESTER
CONTACT: Gerry Scoppettuolo at manchesterbus@internationalanswer.org or 603-627-2507 DETAILS: Contact for more info, plans not yet determined
NEW JERSEY
BERGEN COUNTY
Bergen Action Network CONTACT: Steve at bergenrally@internationalanswer.org TRANSPORTATION:Gather at the northside steps of the Bergen County Courthouse on Court St. at 10:30am. Following get on the bus to NYC. Reservations are $10 each for a RT. The buses will depart at 11:30 AM and return to Hackensack no later than 5:00 PM. To reserve seats contact and mail Check. Checks should be made payable to "Bergen Action Network" and mailed to PO Box 5202, Englewood, NJ 07631.. Transportation organized to: New York City
HACKENSACK
NJI CONTACT: Steve at hackensackbus@internationalanswer.org TRANSPORTATION:Leaving at 10 AM from Banta Place. Transportation organized to: New York City
LINCROFT
Central NJ Coalition for Peace and Justice CONTACT: Steve at lincroftbus@internationalanswer.org TRANSPORTATION:Taking train from Red Bank to NYC the morning of 3/20. contact for more details Transportation organized to: New York City
LINWOOD
Coalition for Peace and Justice CONTACT: Steve at linwoodbus@internationalanswer.org TRANSPORTATION:Bus leaves Cape May Court House at 10AM, Shore Mall at 10:30 AM; stops at rally in Camden NJ; followed by walk across Ben Franklin Bridge; Cost $18 pp or $13 senior/student/fixed income Transportation organized to: Philadelphia
MONTCLAIR
NJ Peace Action CONTACT: Steve at montclairbus@internationalanswer.org EVENT / TRANSPORTATION:Gather at Bay Street Train Station (Bloomfield Ave. & Grove St.) from 9-9:45am for a mock funeral service to remember the soldiers and civilians who have died in Iraq.
Following the service/rally, people will carpool to Newark Penn Station to join the "Peace Train" to NY or will take buses to Newark from Bloomfield Ave.
Free Parking available at the Bay Street Station. Transportation organized to: New York City
MOORESTOWN
Moorestown Friends School CONTACT: Steve at moorestownbus@internationalanswer.org TRANSPORTATION:Bus leave from school at 8am, return by 8pm. Contact to reserve seats. Transportation organized to: New York City
NEW BRUNSWICK
Central Jersey Coalition Against Endless War CONTACT: Steve at newbrunswickbus@internationalanswer.org TRANSPORTATION:Meet at 10AM at the New Brunswick Train Station (Easton Av. & Route 27) We will have a brief rally and board the train to New York at 10:36 AM. Round trip ticket cost is $13. Transportation organized to: New York City
NEW MEXICO
ALBUQUERQUE
Solidarity Network & Stop the War Machine CONTACT: albuquerquerally@internationalanswer.org EVENT: Assemble 12:30 at Robinson Park (Central & 9th), march 1pm on Central to Rio Grande, thru Old Town Plaza to missile at Atomic Museum (2:30), rally at Tiguex Park 3pm.
SANTA FE
Peace Action New Mexico CONTACT: santaferally@internationalanswer.org EVENT: Gather at 12 noon at Roundhouse Paseo de Peralta & Old Santa Fe Trail Santa Fe 87501
NEW YORK
ALBANY
Campus Action CONTACT: albanybus@internationalanswer.org TRANSPORTATION: Cost is $25 per person, scholarships available. Transportation organized to: New York City
ALBANY
Campus Action CONTACT: albanybus@internationalanswer.org EVENT: Gather March 19 at 4:30pm at the FBI Building (200 McCarty Ave)
BUFFALO
Buffalo A.N.S.W.E.R. CONTACT: Call 716-604-9515, email buffalo@internationalanswer.org or go to buffaloanswer.org TRANSPORTATION: Organized by the WNY Peace Center. Tickets $40 ($25 students/low income); buses will leave Friday evening and return after the march (no overnight stay). Transportation organized to: New York City
BUFFALO
CONTACT:buffalo@internationalanswer.org EVENT: Gather at 12 noon at Lafayette Sq., march to FBI, Federal Bldg, INS to defend our Lackawanna neighbors, demand end to war and occupations in Iraq and Palestine, march to Police HQ to protest police brutality, march to Columbus Clinic to call for money for people's needs, not war; more plans to be announced!
CANAAN
NYSNET
CONTACT: canaanbus@internationalanswer.org TRANSPORTATION: Albany bus will stop at Catskill exit of the Thruway to pick up Columbia/Green County folks etc. 20$ round trip call for info. Return 8:30 pm, some scholarships/assistance. Transportation organized to: New York City
KINGSTON
Mid-Hudson National People's Campaign CONTACT: 845-255-5779 or kingstonbus@internationalanswer.org TRANSPORTATION: Cost is $25, back before dinnertime. Contact to make a reservation then make out your check to MHNPC and mail to MHNPC, P.O. Box 523, Highland, NY 12561. As usual, we are asking for contributions to secure seats for low-income activists and students. (Mark "contribution" on the check.). Transportation organized to: New York City
LONG ISLAND
CONTACT: Heather Cottin at longislandbus@internationalanswer.org DETAILS: Contact for more info, plans not yet determined
NEW PALTZ
Mid-Hudson National People's Campaign CONTACT: 845-255-5779 or newpaltzbus@internationalanswer.org TRANSPORTATION: Cost is $25, back before dinnertime. Contact to make a reservation then make out your check to MHNPC and mail to MHNPC, P.O. Box 523, Highland, NY 12561. As usual, we are asking for contributions to secure seats for low-income activists and students. (Mark "contribution" on the check.). Transportation organized to: New York City
NEW YORK CITY
International A.N.S.W.E.R. CONTACT:212-633-6646, or email: nyc@internationalanswer.org EVENT: Assemble at 12 noon at Madison Square Park (Madison Ave. & 23rd St.) followed by a march . Call 212-633-6646 for details about city-wide planning meetings every Tuesday at 7 pm at 39 W14th St. Room 206.
WEST EDMESTON
Citizens Alternative Voice CONTACT: westedmestonbus@internationalanswer.org TRANSPORTATION: Buses departing from the Universalist Unitarian Church (Ford St.) at 5 AM. Arrive back approx. 11 PM. Please let us know if you need help purchasing a ticket. Contact to reserve a seat. Transportation organized to: New York City
NORTH CAROLINA
CHARLOTTE
Action Center for Justice CONTACT: David at charlottebus@internationalanswer.org or 704-449-6925 EVENT: Gather at 12 noon for a rally at Marshall Park (2nd St. & S. McDowell St).
OHIO
CINCINNATI
Intercommunity Justice & Peace Center CONTACT: cincinnatirally@internationalanswer.org EVENT: Gather at 12 noon at Fountain Sq.
COLUMBUS
Central Ohio Peace Network CONTACT: columbusrally@internationalanswer.org EVENT: Gather at 1st AME Zion Church (Bryden & 18th) at 12 Noon and March to the Statehouse for 1 - 3 Peace Rally
KENT
Portage Community Peace Coalition CONTACT: kentrally@internationalanswer.org EVENT: Rally in downtown Kent from 6-8pm
YELLOW SPRINGS
CONTACT: yellowspringsrally@internationalanswer.org EVENT: Gather at Limestone and US 68 (Xenia Ave), by the stop light for a weekly Saturday peace vigil from noon to 1pm.
YOUNGSTOWN
Valley Coalition for Peace & Justice CONTACT: youngstownrally@internationalanswer.org EVENT: Gather at 12 noon in front of the Federal Courthouse (125 Market St.)
OREGON
BEND
Human Dignity Coalition CONTACT: bendrally@internationalanswer.org EVENT: Gather on Friday March 19 from 4 pm-6 pm at Third & Greenwood
PORTLAND
CONTACT: portlandrallly@internationalanswer.org EVENT: Gather at Pioneer Courthouse Sq. for a rally & march at 1pm
PENNSYLVANIA
HARRISBURG
CONTACT: harrisburgrally@internationalanswer.org EVENT: Gather at the State Capitol steps from ll - 1 pm
INDIANA
Indiana Students for Peace CONTACT: indianabus@internationalanswer.org TRANSPORTATION: Bus departure at 12:01 am March 20, cost is $45. Contact for details. Transportation organized to: New York City
PHILADELPHIA
CONTACT: philadelphia@internationalanswer.org or 215-724-1618 or go to Philly ANSWER for more info. EVENT: 12 noon Gather at Spring Garden & Broad followed by a 1pm March to Constitution Hall (5th & Race).
PITTSBURGH
Thomas Merton Center EVENT: Gather at 1pm on Flagstaff Hill, Schenley Park (Oakland) followed by march through Oakland, ending at William Pitt Union (Fifth and Bigelow)
SCRANTON
Marywood University Caritas Club CONTACT: scrantonbus@internationalanswer.org TRANSPORTATION: Bus will leave from Marywood University (2300 Adams Ave) Nazreth Hall Parking Lot at 8AM. Cost is $10. Bus will return at approx 8PM. Transportation organized to: New York City
WEST CHESTER
The Chester County Peace Movement CONTACT: westchesterrally@internationalanswer.org TRANSPORTATION: Leaving West Goshen Shopping Center/public commuter lot, Paoli Pike (just off Rte 202 off-ramp) 7 a.m., returning about 8 p.m. $25 advance reservation DUE NOW ($15 students/seniors. Email to reserve a space then mail check payable to Chester County Peace Movement, P.O. Box 1502, West Chester, PA 19380-1502 Transportation organized to: New York City
RHODE ISLAND
PROVIDENCE
PROVIDENCE A.N.S.W.E.R. CONTACT: rhodeisland@internationalanswer.org or 401-724-7400 EVENT: BUSES LEAVE FROM 4 SE NEW ENGLAND POINTS
Tickets are $30
CAPE COD: SAGAMORE BRIDGE: West End of Sagamore bridge at the Commuter Parking Lot - Gather 5:30am Sat. March 20, depart 5:45am
FALL RIVER/NEW BEDFORD, MA:
Faunce Crnr. Shop. Ctr. Exit 12 off 195 - Gather 6:15am Sat. March 20, depart 6:30am
PROVIDENCE, RI:
Branch Ave. Super Shop & Stop Exit 24 off 95 - Gather 6:30am Sat. March 20, depart 7:00am
WYOMING/HOPE VALLEY, RI (Southern RI): Wyoming Super Stop & Shop Intrsct. 95 & Rt. 138 - Gather 7:15am Sat. March 20, depart 7:45am
SIGN UP NOW & PAY FOR TICKETS ONLINE WITH PAYPAL: www.answerboston.org Transportation organized to: New York City
TENNESSEE
NASHVILLE
Nashville Peace and Justice Center CONTACT: nashvillerally@internationalanswer.org EVENT: We gather at the park near Musica statue (Demonbreun & 16th) for speeches and a potluck lunch starting at noon. We want the critical mass to be at 1:00pm, when we march to the Federal building. Speakers at the Federal building; then marching back to the park.
TEXAS
BEAUMONT
S.T.O.P. (Southeast Texans Organized for Peace) CONTACT: beaumontrally@internationalanswer.org EVENT: Gather at north Montagne Center parking lot (across from Lamar U.) at 12:30pm. Walk to Alice Keith Park (Highland Ave.) anti-war speakers and musical entertainment at the park starting at 2:00pm. Bring picnic lunch and come prepared for fun and education.
CRAWFORD
North Texas for Justice and Peace CONTACT: crawfordrally@internationalanswer.org EVENT: Gather from 12-5pm at Tonkawa Park for a rally and march
DALLAS
North Texas Justice and Peace CONTACT: dallasrally@internationalanswer.org EVENT: Rally at Mokingbird Station & Central Expressway at 8:30am then caravan to Crawford, TX for at rally at Tonkawa Park
HOUSTON
CONTACT: houstonrally@internationalanswer.org EVENT: Gather at 2pm at City Hall
UTAH
SALT LAKE CITY
Green party of Utah CONTACT: saltlakecityrally@internationalanswer.org EVENT: Gather at the capitol 11-12, March past the federal building 12-1, Rally at the city county building 2-3
VERMONT
BURLINGTON
Burlington Anti-War Coalition CONTACT: burlingtonbus@internationalanswer.org TRANSPORTATION: Buses will leave Gutterson Field House on the UVM campus at 5 am on March 20, arriving back in Burlington around midnight. Tickets are $40, and are non-refundable. Seats can only be reserved once we receive your payment contact for details. Transportation organized to: New York City
STRAFFORD
CONTACT: straffordrally@internationalanswer.org EVENT: Gather from 7:30-5:30pm at the corner of Justin Morrill Highway & Route 132. An all day vigil, come for as long as you can, bring the family, bring a picnic.
WASHINGTON, DC
A.N.S.W.E.R. DC
CONTACT: 202-544-3389, email dc@internationalanswer.org , or go to ANSWER DC for more details
TRANSPORTATION: # 3 bus departure locations: in DC, Maryland and Virginia! # 10+ places to buy bus tickets! # 15+ places to pick up flyers, posters and stickers!
CLICK HERE for details
Transportation organized to: New York City
WASHINGTON
BELLINGHAM B'ham Coalition for Peace and Civil Liberties CONTACT: bellinghambus@internationalanswer.org EVENT: Gather at Maritime Heritage Park for rally & march at 12 noon.
SEATTLE
CONTACT: 206-325-0085 or email us @ iac_sea@actionseattle.org or go to Seattle ANSWER for more info. EVENT: Contact for more info, plans not yet determined
SPOKANE
PJALS CONTACT: spokanerally@internationalanswer.org EVENT: Gather at 1pm at Franklin Park for a rally followed by a march north on Division and east on Francis. Return to park.
WEST VIRGINIA
HUNTINGTON
Marshall Action for Peaceful Solutions CONTACT: huntingtonrally@internationalanswer.org EVENT: Gather from 6:30-7:30 at Federal Building (5th Ave. & 8th St.)
WISCONSIN
BURLINGTON
ONTACT: burlingtonrally@internationalanswer.org EVENT: Gather at Echo Lake Park on Milwaukee Ave. at 12:30 p.m.
MILWAUKEE
A Job is a Right Campaign CONTACT: Art at milwaukeebus@internationalanswer.org or 414-374-1034 DETAILS: Contact for more info, plans not yet determined
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There, that should be most of where the "Antiwar protestors" will be gathering, and my fingers are now numb from adding all the line breaks.
BTW, I would have posted a link, but I thought better of all the hits to ANSWER from here...
Thanks!
I've already rec'd a response from Greg Barnes.
He said he wasn't sure he was going to write a second story before the rally, but that I should send that letter to the editor, which I am going to do.
Thanks for clearing that up. I had no idea there could be 2 Greg Barneses in journalism in one town!
There is a long article in today's Fayetteville Observer aka Fayetteville Disturber that has the antis making us sound like horrible people. Me think they doth protest too much.
Is that article online?
I'm planning a letter to the editor, based on what I sent Greg.
I will be glad to rebut the points if you can get me a copy of it.
If it's not online, let me know & I will give you my fax # privately.
CD
I'll say it again, they love to scare kids. They curse in front of children, they call people names in front of their kids and they tell kids things that kids should not hear.
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