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| marriageequalityri | rally guidelines | 0 | Nov 13 2008, 5:55 PM EST by marriageequalityri | ||
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Thread started: Nov 13 2008, 5:55 PM EST
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We’re really excited for Saturday, and overjoyed at the potential numbers and level of enthusiasm!
Please note: Saturday’s rally will happen RAIN or SHINE. Waterproof your sign, be prepared for wet weather. Even though we’re angry about prop 8, please keep in mind that this is a PEACEFUL protest. At the heart of this rally are the core values of INCLUSION and respect for DIVERSITY. We have been troubled by the reports from recent protests in California where several African American and Latino allies reported being the subject of harassment and taunts. Be assured, everyone is welcome on Saturday, and we will not tolerate any negative, exclusionary incidents here in Providence. If you are approached by the media, we suggest sharing personal stories, and refrain from talking about those who may have voted against us on November 4. It is important to be forward-looking, and to focus public remarks on our families / friends, why we need our neighbors to stand with us against measures like Proposition 8 and how we want to welcome new allies to our movement for equality. It’s best to make your story to the media personal, not political, and speak from the heart. If counter-protesters (of any ilk) should make an appearance, we request that you refrain from engaging them. Ignore them, don’t let them get to you. A public confrontation will take emphasis away from our message, and our side ends up looking worse off. Police will be on hand to provide security. We invited them — they will be there for YOUR safety and protection, so please be respectful. THANKS! |
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| Anonymous | Time | 1 | Nov 13 2008, 10:11 AM EST by marriageequalityri | ||
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Thread started: Nov 12 2008, 5:46 PM EST
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I know the protest starts at 1:30, but does anyone know how long it is going to last. I am unable to go that early but would love to join in later on! Please someone let me know!
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| Anonymous | contacts | 1 | Nov 13 2008, 10:09 AM EST by marriageequalityri | ||
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Thread started: Nov 12 2008, 7:37 PM EST
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I just found about about this from someone in Virginia -- so psyched about this groundswell! Am planning to contact as many folks as possible through the West Broadway Neighborhood association, Grace Church, party invite lists, etc, but I'm hopeless with sites like Facebook -- is anyone using this to get out the word?
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