Posted on 09/28/2015 1:39:38 PM PDT by 2ndDivisionVet
A local chapter of activist group Black Lives Matter is planning on stopping Twin Cities Marathon runners from crossing the finish line.
According to a WCCO report, the protesters will form a physical barrier of people to stop runners in their tracks.
Protesters told the station that the marathon is a good place to cause peaceful disruption.
Some who plan on running the race said on Facebook that they were angered by the planned protest, saying it might lead to violent encounters.
The protest is organized for Oct. 4 at a park about half a mile from the race's finish line.
Marathon officials said they are aware of the planned protest and are working with city officials to ensure everyone's safety at the event, according to a Minnesota Public Radio report.
Aha, I see that you DO understand. :o)
I do love this site.
...a water cannon loaded up with pepper spray should get the job done.
On the other hand, I have no issue with the folks who want to run the 8 miles of the Turkey Trot.
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