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NATIONWIDE DOMA PROTEST | JANUARY 10, 2009
ORGANIZER CONTACT INFO
TIME & LOCATIONEVENT DETAILS
<Organizer: Add your contact info here. If this cell isn't filled in, we still need an organizer. If you're interested in organizing this event, add your contact information to this page. Questions about organizing? Contact the previous organizer (below) for tips, contacts and to make sure they haven't already gotten started.><Organizer: Add time and location details here>Even if there's no rally organized, you can still contribute to our goal of obtaining 1 MILLION SIGNATURES on the Open Letter to Obama (linked and explained here) asking him to keep his promises to the LGBTQ community. Some easy ways to get signatures on this letter are:

1. Take them to ally rich places such as gay bars, allied church and organization mtgs, college campuses

2. Print a copy and carry it wherever you go (work, class, meeting friends, family gatherings, etc)

3. Send the letter to everyone you know by email asking them to print it and get signatures and forward your email
4. Make sure you're using the official signature page please. It's important for legal and continuity reasons.

You can start collecting signatures today! They must be mailed by 1/12 for us to take them to Barack Obama. Adding your contact info is a great way to get volunteers to help you.


Ok...so there was about 200 or so protesters here in Jax! I will have to admit...I was surprised and PROUD to be part of! The crowd grew and grew throughout the day...and it turn Pride and strength grew. It was a proud day in Jacksonville Florida! YES WE CAN!

We are READY for round number 2! See below!

LIGHT UP THE NIGHT FOR EQUALITY | DECEMBER 20, 2008 | 5PM
WHAT IS IT?
On December 20th, we ask that you join us again for a nation-wide demonstration that will make an impact on the private sector. Candlelight vigils will be held at commercial centers in cities across the country in remembrance of the rights that once were for 18,000 marriages, and in honor of the rights that one day will be again - for EVERYONE.
HOW DOES IT WORK?

  • Please take to your local commercial district at 5PM--be it a shopping mall, outdoor financial center, you name it.
  • This will be a peaceful demonstration in the spirit of the holidays.
  • We'll dress alike: make or buy a "Second Class Citizen" t-shirt.
  • This will be the culmination of our National Food Drive for Equality event (see below for details)
WHAT WILL WE BE DOING?

  • Hosting peaceful candlelight vigils
  • We will stay silent unless asked a question, we will not yell, instigate, or bare signs. Instead, we will let our shirts do the talking and our candles pay our respects.Bring candles (battery powered if you'll be huddling inside).
  • Singing and/or silence encouraged...chanting is not....keep it peaceful and in the holiday spirit.

FIND YOUR NEAREST LIGHT UP THE NIGHT LOCATION
LOCATION (mall, shopping area, etc.)Organizer Contact InfoEvent Details
St. Johns Town Center
Katie Langella
cell: 904-422-7625
email: kittykatie01@ktcares.com
Katie Chorbak
cell: 904-568-5673
email: chorbakcm@tmail.com
We will be meeting at the towncenter in the center courtyard in front of Maggianos. Bring candles, wear white, and















GOT PHOTOS TO SHARE?GOT VIDEOS TO SHARE?GOT STORIES TO SHARE?

OUR CITY'S FOOD DRIVE
The Organization that we are going to support with donations <insert name of organization(s) here>

Organizer contact info <add your info here if you are interested in coordinating the food drive>




Meeting Info
Address & Map* Notes & Updates
Jax Equality Coalition
1st meeting

We want to bring people together to get more done in the battle for equal rights for all.
Meet us at the Starbucks in 5 Points on Margaret Street, 3pm on Saturday December 6th.

Bring your ideas, input, and your friends and family.

One thing we will be discussing is the upcoming events such as Light Up The Night...

Sky Lanterns
Contact:

Katie Langella
904-422-7625

or

Katie Chorbak
904-568-5673



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bluekrypton I'm confused about the time 1 Nov 15 2008, 9:36 AM EST by kittykatie86
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Hi. I'm a bit confused about the time. This page says 12:00 pm but the main page says that the event is at 1:30 pm eastern time. Are we just arriving early to get set up properly or are really starting at 12? See you there!
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geeklawyer Legal Suggestions 0 Nov 14 2008, 3:16 PM EST by geeklawyer
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Hey everyone,

I'm sure the organizers will give you some information on this, but I feel I should chime in with a couple of suggestions, just in case:

1. Keep moving. You are allowed to peaceably assemble on public property, including the sidewalk that runs in front of City Hall. You are not permitted to stand still, block traffic, or otherwise create a public nuisance with the protest. Depending on the number of participants, I might suggest that you walk east and west on the sidewalk on the south-side of W. Duval Street in the 100 block. If there are really large numbers, it would be permissible to circle Hemming Plaza on the sidewalks of W. Duval, W. Monroe, N. Laura and N. Hogan. Whatever makes the most sense to the organizer(s). The key is to keep moving.

2. In the event of a counter-protest, resist the urge to engage the other side in direct conflict. Shouting is fine, if you must, just no direct engagement. Plus, you don't want the message of the event -- inclusiveness and equality -- to get lost in any sort of negative press about violence. Nonviolent protest works due to nonviolence.

3. Our side will have legal observers in place to make sure there are no problems with the lawful exercise of a peaceful protest. Have fun -- be bold -- bring friends and family. This is a cause worth fighting for.

Thanks,

Jimmy Midyette, Esq.
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Anonymous RE: date 0 Nov 14 2008, 2:24 PM EST by Anonymous
 
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It's on the main page. Saturday, 11/15/08.
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