What does one need to know to organize a protest?

lightningandsnow

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Fri May-22-09 10:01 AM
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What does one need to know to organize a protest?

In the event that Prop 8 is upheld,I'm trying to organize a protest in my city, because nobody has organized one yet, it seems.

I've never organized a protest before. What do I need to know?

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meegbear

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Fri May-22-09 10:03 AM
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1. A whole lotta phone numbers ...

If that's not possible, I'd suggest you'd contact the GLBT groups in your area about your plans. I've been told the Tornoto bear scene is pretty big.

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Ian David

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Fri May-22-09 10:04 AM
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2. Here you go...

Edited on Fri May-22-09 10:05 AM by Ian David

http://www.dayofdecision.com/

he California Supreme Court will rule on the challenge to Proposition 8 before June 3rd.

Decisions are announced on Mondays and Thursdays.

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If it is going to be on a Thursday, they will notify us on Wednesday at 10:00 AM.

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Echo In Light

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Fri May-22-09 10:05 AM
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3. It isn't what one knows so much as whether or not one has the will

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slampoet

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Fri May-22-09 10:06 AM
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4. Media pranks, Well placed Ads and controversy are always more effective.

Sorry to say it but 90% of protests receive little attention ESPECIALLY for all the effort of gathering people (who all already agree with you)

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proud2BlibKansan

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Fri May-22-09 10:23 AM
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5. Lots of email contacts

We have built up a local list of close to 1000 names. If you don't have that then email everyone you know and ask them to email everyone they know.

Alternative newspapers are usually willing to write articles promoting your rally.

Make up a slick flier, pick a location that is in a public spot, contact local cops (as a courtesy) and start sending out your fliers.

If it's a good cause people will come.

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mmonk

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Fri May-22-09 10:23 AM
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6. Whatever you do, don't allow yourself to be permitted out of

Edited on Fri May-22-09 10:24 AM by mmonk

a legitimate protest and refuse any attempts by authorities relegating your protest to "free speech zones". If you really want to make some noise, set up highway cones and block an area of a street.

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lonestarnot

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Fri May-22-09 10:27 AM
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7. signs work.

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BeFree

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Fri May-22-09 10:34 AM
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8. Press release

Who, what, when and where, very simple one page press release faxed to every news org around.

Grow it from the grassroots. 10 people carrying signs ought to get it started. If it is a worthwhile cause it will grow. If you can herd the cats it will be worthwhile.

Just remember it is not about you, it is about the cause.

On the other hand, people like to be led by someone they can look up to so your leader has to be somewhat of an inspiring figure.

IOW, while the cause is utmost, it is a people problem that you face in order to become a success.

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Ian David

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Fri May-22-09 01:00 PM
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9. RT @unitethefight: Step-by-step instructions in preparing for Prop 8 ruling. Hope to see you in the

Step-by-step instructions in preparing for Prop 8 ruling. Hope to see you in the crowds!
http://unitethefight.blogspot.com/2009/05/ca-supreme-court-to-rule-on-prop-8_22.html

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