Protests Against Hobby Lobby Go Nationwide

[theHandpuppet]

Last edited Tue Jul 8, 2014, 07:44 AM - Edit history (5)

RISE UP and FIGHT BACK!!

If you don't see one listed below, contact your local Democratic organization, student organization, union, womens' group and organize one!

UPDATE**UPDATE**UPDATE** Please check the updated protest schedule, which now includes times for New York, Boston and Chicago.

Protests held:
Wichita, Kansas:
http://www.kwch.com/news/local-news/hobby-lobby-protest-at-wichita-location/26811020

Madison, Wisconsin:
http://host.madison.com/ct/news/local/city-life/protesters-picket-madison-hobby-lobby-over-supreme-court-ruling/article_fde53cee-0489-11e4-81ae-001a4bcf887a.html

South Jordan, Utah:
http://www.deseretnews.com/article/865606395/Group-protests-Hobby-Lobby-decision-on-birth-control.html?pg=all

Tulsa, Oklahoma:
http://www.tulsaworld.com/gallery/photo-gallery-protestors-gather-outside-tulsa-hobby-lobby/collection_4d47813c-8e4e-5abd-8633-020b7f1953f9.html
OR
http://www.answercoalition.org/national/news/protest-hobby-lobby.html

Warwick, Rhode Island:
http://www.providencejournal.com/breaking-news/content/20140705-65-protest-hobby-lobby-in-warwick-after-supreme-court-decision-on-birth-control.ece

East Haven Connecticut:
http://www.nhregister.com/general-news/20140705/protesters-rally-against-hobby-lobby-decision-at-connecticut-store

Naperville, Illinois:
http://napervillesun.suntimes.com/2014/07/02/small-protest-held-outside-naperville-hobby-lobby-supreme-court-decision/

Toledo, Ohio:
http://www.toledoblade.com/local/2014/07/05/About-40-protest-top-court-decision-in-front-of-Hobby-Lobby-in-Toledo.html

Rancho Cucamonga, California:
http://www.sbsun.com/government-and-politics/20140705/small-group-in-rancho-cucamonga-protests-court-ruling-involving-hobby-lobby-contraceptives

Santa Barbara, California:
http://www.independent.com/news/2014/jul/02/santa-barbara-protests-hobby-lobby-decision/

Duluth, Minnesota:
http://www.keyc.com/story/25942565/hobby-lobby-protests

Kennewick, Washington:
http://www.tri-cityherald.com/2014/07/03/3048869/group-protests-courts-hobby-lobby.html

Chattanooga, Tennessee:
http://www.chattanoogan.com/2014/7/5/279777/Chattanooga-Group-Protesting-Hobby.aspx

Mishawaka, Indiana:
http://www.fox28.com/story/25939193/2014/07/03/iusb-organizes-peaceful-protest-at-hobby-lobby-grape-road

Springfield, Missouri:
http://www.kspr.com/news/local/video-protest-at-springfields-hobby-lobby-focuses-on-affordable-care-act/21051620_26750922

Lima, Ohio:
http://thepennews.com/news/news/1478758/Roadside-protesters-voice-disapproval-over-Hobby-Lobby-ruling

MORE SCHEDULED:

** UPDATE**

*ILLINOIS
Chicago, IL.
Thurs. July 10, 5:00 p.m.
10 S. LaSalle (1 block south of Madison)
Info: [e-mail] or 773-828-9205

*NEW YORK
New York City, N.Y.
Thurs. July 10, 5:30 p.m.
Gathering at corner of Centre St. and Chambers St.
Info: [e-mail] or 347-292-WORD (9673)

*MASSACHUSETTS
Boston
Tuesday, July 8
Protest to be held at 5 p.m. at Boston City Hall Plaza

NEW MEXICO
Albuquerque, N.M.
Mon. July 7, 4:00 p.m.
Hobby Lobby, 4315 Wyoming Blvd NE
Info: [e-mail] or 505-249-1768

WASHINGTON STATE
Seattle, Wash.
Sun. July 13, 5:00 p.m.
Future Hobby Lobby site, Aurora Ave N at N. 130th
Info: [e-mail] or 206-568-1661

KANSAS
http://www.hayspost.com/2014/07/04/kansas-young-democrats-to-protest-at-hobby-lobby/
Kansas Young Democrats to protest at Hobby Lobby

LAWRENCE — The Kansas Young Democrats plan to protest the ruling in Burwell v. Hobby Lobby Stores Inc. on July 7. On a 5-4 decision on June 30, the Supreme Court ruled that closely held corporations may object to the birth control provision of the Affordable Care Act.

The Kansas Young Democrats released the following statement on the ruling: “We are disappointed in the actions of the United States Supreme Court. Women’s equality is incontrovertible. Young women are especially burdened by the costs of reproductive healthcare. The all-male side that ruled in favor of Hobby Lobby Stores Inc. this past Monday has grossly expanded the rights of corporations by stepping on those of women’s. This ruling will only expand the ways in which corporations can ‘object’ to any alleged burden.”

The Kansas Young Democrats believe that due to last Monday’s ruling – more young women will be galvanized to vote in this November’s election. “We’re excited for the opportunity this has presented us. Young people are interested in equality. Young people are interested in the equitable treatment of their mothers, sisters and daughters. Young people vote when they have a reason and the Supreme Court, like the backwards-thinking of Kansas Governor Sam Brownback, made a serious mistake that will require showing up to the polls in November to voice our displeasure. This moves young Democrats closer to victory in November.”

The Kansas Young Democrats expect over fifty people to be in attendance this coming Monday. The protest will occur on the sidewalks outside of the Lawrence, KS Hobby Lobby at 1801 W. 23rd Street. More information can be found on the Kansas Young Democrats Facebook Page.

For more information or to list your event, go to http://www.defendwomensrights.org/news/hobby-lobby-actions.html#EventListing

[Shrike47]

1. Out here in Oregon, there doesn't seem to be much.

We have a HL theoretically opening next fall. About a quarter mile from Michael's. I'd be willing to picket when they've got it in place.

[theHandpuppet]

3. Apparently there's a HL in Albany

http://www.oregonlive.com/business/index.ssf/2014/06/hobby_lobby_opened_first_orego.html

[davidpdx]

19. If any of you here about one in late July or early August in the Portland Oregon area

please let me know. I'll be flying out for vacation from South Korea and I am riled enough to join a protest!

[Kath1]

2. Excellent!

Be loud and be proud! Maybe this was the kick in the teeth we needed to get off of our collective asses.

[theHandpuppet]

4. I hope so

Step away from your computers, folks, and get to the streets!

[Kath1]

5. "Step away from your computers, folks, and get to the streets!"

A big "AMEN" to that on this Sunday morning! I'll be protesting outside the anti-female bigots' store here in Maryland!

[theHandpuppet]

6. Tell me about it Kath! Where will you be?

Is it somewhere within driving distance for me? I'm in Martinsburg, WV.

[Kath1]

7. Laurel, MD, close to Route 198.

I'm still finding out the details, but I think it is important that we be visible and protest this. I'll post an update when I know more. Thanks for your interest!

WE WON'T GO BACK!

[theHandpuppet]

8. That's where I was yesterday

Is there another protest? I'm afraid two trips there would be too much for me -- yesterday pretty well drained me.

[Kath1]

9. That is awesome!

I was there, also. Had to arrive and leave early, though. Was wearing the purple NARAL Pro-Choice America shirt. There may be another demo there soon.

[theHandpuppet]

14. Okay, I remember seeing you!

I'm hoping there will be a demo at the Hagerstown HL. I mentioned it to the protest organizers yesterday. If so, perhaps we can meet up.

[Kath1]

47. That was me!

I commute to Frederick for work so getting to a HL demo in Hagerstown wouldn't be a biggie. It would be cool to meet up. Peace!

[Scarsdale]

78. Protest

These women should wear "pregnancy bellies" and signs saying "This is how we will all look now our rights are being taken away" Make fun of the religious idiots who applaud this decision.

[ReRe]

10. K&R

Hallelujah! I knew I felt "the earth, move, under my feet." Thank you so much for all this information! You're a peach, Handpuppet.

[Kath1]

12. Amen!

This ex-Catholic likes to devote Sunday mornings to pro-choice and pro-contraception activities!

[theHandpuppet]

15. That's what we need

Some Helen Reddy music to accompany the protests!

[ReRe]

27. I think that was Carol King...

... next words would be "I feel the sky tum-bl-in down, tum-bl-in down."

[theHandpuppet]

28. Ah, yes, you're right

Well, between King and Reddy we'd have the music bases covered for the demonstration!

[ReRe]

34. Hey...

... I've already designated the song: Katy Perry's "Hear Me Roar" (whatever the title is.) Can't you just hear thousands of women coming down the street singing that song???? Wow. Everyone could just learn the song long before they come to the rally/march, and when it happens, Viola'! Flash mob with a twist. Instead of dancing, we're singing Katie Perry. What think?

[theHandpuppet]

37. That would be great!

[Helen Borg]

11. No Massachusetts? Wtf?

[Fla Dem]

13. There are only 2 HL's in Mass. That may be why. nt

[theHandpuppet]

17. I doubt it.

There are quite a few place with only one or two stores but they still managed a protest. It does surprise me -- where's Mass, NY, NJ, FL, TX et al?

[ReRe]

32. Knowing them...

... they are probably only in states where they get a tax subsidy, local and/or state.

[sheshe2]

41. Here!

Rally planned for 'women's equality' in Boston
Protest over Supreme Court decisions

BOSTON —A rally is planned in Boston to protest recent U.S. Supreme Court decisions that organizers say reduces access to reproductive health services and birth control and puts women and health care providers at risk.

The rally is scheduled for Tuesday at City Hall Plaza in Boston.

Organizers say the rally is a response to a pair of recent decisions, including one that struck down the Massachusetts abortion clinic buffer zone law that barred protesters from coming within 35 feet of clinic entrances. Anti-abortion protesters praised the decision, saying they're just exercising their First Amendment rights as they try to counsel women.

The other is a decision that said Hobby Lobby Inc. and other businesses can use religious beliefs of ownership to avoid covering some or all contraceptives in employee health plans.



Read more: http://www.wcvb.com/politics/rally-planned-for-womens-equality-in-boston/26814400#ixzz36hfQPJ15

I am off and I can go!

[theHandpuppet]

43. That's great!

Can you find out what time the protest starts? I will add this one to the list of scheduled protests in the OP.

[sheshe2]

44. I am trying to find that out...no links at the article.

The piece was just updated today...strange that there are no times posted. Will let you know.

[theHandpuppet]

64. Protest to be held at 5 p.m. at Boston City Hall Plaza

http://www.myfoxboston.com/story/25950961/protesters-planning-womens-rights-rally-in-boston

Edited to add: That's TUESDAY at 5 p.m.

[sheshe2]

66. Thank you theHandpuppet.

I just got home, thank you for the update.

[theHandpuppet]

67. No problem

Hope you can be there -- if not, you can fill us in on the local coverage.

[sheshe2]

42. See comment 41 below. eom

[ebbie15644]

16. Need to protest the Supreme Court!

[theHandpuppet]

18. Um... we are.

All over the country.

[Helen Borg]

22. There are only 9 of them!

How difficilt can it be?

[PatrynXX]

20. we have not one but two in Waterloo IA

Ones been there before I can remember

the other is in the old massive Kmart building (Super K)

I've gone in there and have gotten lost in there.. that one is for sure in Waterloo... was the only place I could find my photo album boxes. Porters had it but they went out of biz after just 100 yrs (was like less than a week shy of it.

I never go to the massive one. I would like to see protests at the smaller one because everyone goes there. and it's along the slower but main street connecting cedar falls to waterloo, that and McDonalds and Dollar General might be upset at the protests showing up ....as they are in the parking lot..

[theHandpuppet]

23. You could contact your local (county) Democratic Party

Ask them if they've planned a protest and if not, ask why not.

[PatrynXX]

21. Frankly

If they just let protesters to be able to kick women on the way into an abortion clinic or Planned parenthood. I'd love to see protesters at every Hobby Lobby

[efhmc]

24. Since oviously they took this case to the SC and won what makes people think they give a damn?

[theHandpuppet]

25. Thank you for your support

[Puzzledtraveller]

30. Want to bet Hobby Lobby is largely unaffected by all of this a year from now?

[theHandpuppet]

33. Well by gum

Let's just sit on our collective asses and do nothing, then.

If you can't see the HL protests as a motivator for progressive protests across the country, that's too bad. In the meanwhile, some of you can come here and take a dump on folks who are actually and finally taking to the streets.

[efhmc]

50. It will change nothing. We will only get change when we change politicians and I work daily

as a Dem precinct chair to make that change. Sign up to work at the local level for politicians who reflect your ideas and that will start change. Give money to candidates who reflect your ideas, since money had the biggest voice according to our SCOTUS. Complain here and protest, but change comes from using the system. That is the sad truth in the US today. Hobby Lobby will go on its merry way. I personally stopped shopping there when they refused to respect women for "religious" reasons. But they won't go under, nor will they change their policies. They do not have to.

[theHandpuppet]

52. How do you know we don't already do/have done those things?

What gall.

If you don't understand that these protests are so much more than affecting HL's bottom line, more's the pity. Too bad that you bothered to come onto this thread, criticize and question the political participation of people you don't even know, and tell them that protests are a waste of their time.

Yes, you're exactly the one to tell me and others here how Democrats should mobilize. NOT.

[MohRokTah]

26. Because urging people to consider other options won't have any impact at all on them.

[Puzzledtraveller]

29. I know.

Yet we will not protest things like the TPP, NSA et al.

[theHandpuppet]

35. Go right ahead.

No one's stopping you. Because there aren't protests being conducted against the NSA there shouldn't be any against the recent SC decisions regarding women's rights?

Did you protest Iraq?

[Kath1]

48. Did you protest Iraq?

I sure did.. several times! And I sure as hell will protest HL, too!

[theHandpuppet]

54. Me, too

Right there with ya!

[Kath1]

55. Right on, sister!

I admire everyone who took to the streets to oppose that tragic, illegal and immoral war!

Happy to see you are also in opposition to the war on women.

[theHandpuppet]

57. I drove across country to protest at Camp Casey

Yes, there are many battles to be fought and I'm willing to fight as many as I can for as long as I can!

[Kath1]

59. Thank you.

My "awakening" was the 2004 March for Women's Lives that I was forbidden to attend by my conservative, Catholic ex-husband. Went with some "liberal women" I knew from work. I went and came away a changed person. Came back and told pissed-off hubby I'm not attending church anymore - I'm PRO-CHOICE and ANTI-WAR - deal with it! Happily divorced now and fighting the battles for peace, equal rights and choice. NO REGRETS!

[theHandpuppet]

62. Now that's courage

I salute you and the journey you've made. I'm really looking forward to meeting up with you at a future protest.

Battle on!

[VanillaRhapsody]

36. Organize one!

[randys1]

31. If there is one thing bigots understand, it is money. Go for it!

[VA_Jill]

38. No Hobby Lobby in my town

And the nearest one I even know about is over two hours away (Fredericksburg) and hard to get to. I don't see it listed either. If I see any coupons I will use them at my local Michael's, though….that's another way of protesting. Michael's and JoAnn are both accepting HL coupons, I am told.

[theHandpuppet]

39. Cool! I didn't know that.

We don't have an HL here either but their coupons are always in the Sunday papers. Now I can use them at Michael's and JoAnn's Fabrics!

Thanks for passing along the information.

[Always Randy]

40. We are VERY powerful!!!

If our protests reduce their gross income by 10% they might go out of business. The Greens are greedy people, and greed always trumps principle. They will "voluntarily" agree to modify their stance in spite of the ruling when they see women outside their door protesting their decision. Knocking off the profits of a few blue state stores will be enough to start them thinking. But the best protest we can give is around all of the holiday times. Their stores are very busy at Halloween----leading right into the 2014 Election. What a great opportunity they have made for the opposition. And what an opportunity we have ----a virtual Halloween nightmare for the Greens.

[davsand]

45. We were out in our local 4th of July Parade.

I walked with my 17 year old and five of her friends. I am seriously proud of those women. They hit the streets like they'd been born with signs in hand, and any rare negative comments from the crowd were met with a smile and a "Happy 4th of July."


My kid carried a sign that said, "You're my boss not my Dr."

One sign read "Contraception is basic health care!"

We had one that said "Protest sign materials from Michael's=PRICELESS!"

I was fairly old school with a simple, "My body, MY Decisions!"


Felt good to hit the streets, but it was simply amazing to be out with this next generation.



Laura

[theHandpuppet]

46. Yea -- the future of women's rights!

Thanks so much for sharing this. You have much to be proud of!

[BrotherIvan]

49. Awesome!

Teaching young women to be unafraid to speak out is a huge step forward.

[Kath1]

51. Great to hear that!

I'm 56 years old and I love seeing the new generation of activists getting engaged and involved! It does feel good to hit the streets again! Good for you, spreading the word with some young feminists in a 4th of July parade.

"My body, MY Decisions!" - Old school but right on!

Thank you, Laura and PEACE always!

[Frustratedlady]

53. Our HL is closed on Sunday. I thought it was nationwide policy, being religious and all that.

Good luck with the protests.

I will no longer shop at HL. Bad timing with Halloween and Christmas coming, and all.

[Live and Learn]

56. Workers rights! Women's rights! Separation of Church and State!

Hobby Lobby is fighting against all of them.

[theHandpuppet]

58. You said it!

This is about all of those issues, and more.

[theHandpuppet]

60. HEADS UP! Protests scheduled in Burbank, CA

A larger organized protest is planned for Monday, when the store will be hosting a Grand Opening event. Other, smaller demonstrations have been planned for Wednesday and next Saturday, attendees reported....

Link: http://www.burbankleader.com/the818now/tn-blr-protesters-patrons-clash-outside-burbank-hobby-lobby-20140704,0,211734.story

[Cha]

61. Thank you for this very encouraging news, tHp!

[theHandpuppet]

63. I thank all the women and men who made this happen

There are hundreds of them all across the country who have organized this grassroots protest.

Battle on!

--- Kate

[Kath1]

89. Yes! Thanks to all!

Let's keep up the pressure!

[theHandpuppet]

90. There were some protests today and more scheduled this weekend

I'll provide updates as I find them.

[Kath1]

91. Thanks.

That decision was so horrible. I'm glad so many people showing their opposition.

[passiveporcupine]

65. Pay attention

Young people vote when they have a reason and the Supreme Court, like the backwards-thinking of Kansas Governor Sam Brownback, made a serious mistake that will require showing up to the polls in November to voice our displeasure.

Please everyone. Help GOTV!

[SunSeeker]

68. K & R

[Kablooie]

69. Missed the Hobby Lobby grand opening tomorrow in Burbank.

Should be a nice show.

[EEO]

70. Rhode Island, not Rhose Island

I know it is an innocent typo, but so many people don't even know the place I live is a state ("Is that part of Long island?" Uh, no.). And the fact it was one of the original 13 colonies makes that a cardinal sin for any American not to know.

[Gormy Cuss]

72. There is no state of Rhode Island.

It's the state of Rhode Island and the Providence Plantations.

[EEO]

79. Getting people to know the shorter name for the state is hard enough. Let's not go crazy.

[WillyT]

71. HUGE K & R !!! - Thank You !!!

[ismnotwasm]

73. Awesome post

We should keep it kicked

[NealK]

74. K&R

Awesome!

[blkmusclmachine]

75. HUGE K&R

[Hekate]

76. Here's a shout out for Santa Barbara!

I love the article at the link -- the Courthouse Sunken Gardens are a popular spot for weddings (including my son's two years ago) and wouldn't you know it that the bride and groom on hand came by to have pix taken with the protestors.

[sheshe2]

77. Kick and Hell yes Recommend!

[theHandpuppet]

80. Protesters To Hand Out Condoms At Burbank Hobby Lobby Store

CBS Los Angeles
Protesters To Hand Out Condoms At Burbank Hobby Lobby Store
July 7, 2014

BURBANK (CBSLA.com) — Hundreds of protesters Monday were expected to descend on a Hobby Lobby store in Burbank over last week’s Supreme Court decision that allowed the company to exempt certain contraceptives from employees’ medical insurance on moral grounds.

Members of pro-choice groups like Feminist Majority, Planned Parenthood, National Organization of Women, and others planned hand out condoms and coupons from other craft stores to encourage shoppers to boycott the store’s grand opening at 641 N. Victory Boulevard.

Protesters will also be soliciting donations for Planned Parenthood and demonstrating how to make IUDs out of pipe cleaners and other materials found at Hobby Lobby, according to organizers Cathy Garcia and Lauren Steiner.

Supporters were also encouraged to “dress up in an IUD or condom costume” in order to “celebrate the beautiful sexual autonomy which people (but especially women) posses (sic)” on the group’s Facebook page....

MORE at http://losangeles.cbslocal.com/2014/07/07/protesters-to-hand-out-condoms-at-burbank-hobby-lobby-store/

[theHandpuppet]

81. A dozen protesters disrupt opening of Hobby Lobby store in Totowa, NJ (video)

A dozen protesters disrupt opening of Hobby Lobby store in Totowa [video]
July 7, 2014, 1:25 PM
By MINJAE PARK
Staff Writer

TOTOWA — A dozen protesters sought to disrupt the Monday morning opening ceremony of the Hobby Lobby store on Route 46 and urged customers not to shop at a company that the Supreme Court ruled last week does not have to pay for insurance coverage for certain forms of birth control.

"One, two, three, four, let's go shop at A.C. Moore," they chanted. "Stay away until they pay."

The protesters drowned out store officials as they made remarks and cut a ribbon outside the store with an oversized scissor, joined by an owner of the plaza and the president of the North Jersey Chamber of Commerce.

The Supreme Court ruled last Monday that closely held for-profit corporations, such as Hobby Lobby, had religious rights that allowed them to decline to cover certain birth-control services for employees in their health insurance, as mandated by the Affordable Care Act....

- See more at: http://www.northjersey.com/news/a-dozen-protesters-disrupt-opening-of-hobby-lobby-store-in-totowa-video-1.1047502#sthash.CJCyz2pk.dpuf

[theHandpuppet]

82. 'A craft store is not a church,' protesters demonstrated at Hobby Lobby in Mobile, AL

'A craft store is not a church,' protesters demonstrated at Hobby Lobby in Mobile
By Cassie Fambro
July 05, 2014

MOBILE, Alabama-- Just shy of 20 protesters showed up on Saturday morning at approximately 10 a.m. to voice their dismay for the Supreme Court's decision to side with Hobby Lobby earlier this week.

SCOTUS ruled that Hobby Lobby was not required to provide for four kinds of birth control, Plan B, (morning after pill,) Ella, Copper Intrauterine Device and IUD with progestin because some deem them "abortifacients."

The group stood in 90 degree heat and held signs with phrases like "Inc. we trust," and "the Bible is not a healthcare plan."...

..."This issue isn't just about the devout Baptist CEOs of Hobby Lobby being allowed to refuse to cover emergency contraceptives and intrauterine devices based on their sincerely held belief that they facilitate abortion, it's about setting a dangerous legal precedent that could allow other CEOs of for profit corporations to refuse to cover all types of health care based on their religious beliefs," said Amanda Scott, member of the Mobile Atheist community....

Read more at http://www.al.com/news/mobile/index.ssf/2014/07/a_craft_store_is_not_a_church.html

[theHandpuppet]

83. Kansas Young Democrats hold protest in Lawrence

The Lawrence Journal World
Protesters demonstrate in front of Lawrence Hobby Lobby over company’s stance on birth control
By Giles Bruce
July 7, 2014

A few dozen people protested in front of the Lawrence Hobby Lobby store Monday in response to the company's involvement in a recent U.S. Supreme Court decision that allowed family-owned corporations to refuse to pay for their employees' birth control if they have religious objections.

Abigail Stallbaumer, Topeka, pumps her fist as she and other protesters solicit support from motorists during a protest Monday outside Hobby Lobby, 1801 W 23rd St. At the height of the demonstration, about 40 protesters lined the sidewalk with signs objecting to the recent U.S. Supreme Court ruling that enables closely held companies like Hobby Lobby to remove coverage for women's birth control from their employee health care plans citing infringements upon the company owner's religious beliefs.

As passing motorists on 23rd Street waved and honked, about 40 protesters held signs with slogans like "Get a Better Hobby," "Not my Boss's Business" and several that are unprintable here.... [Hmmm... I wonder what that means?]

...In response, the Kansas Young Democrats organized Monday's protest, which was later joined by Planned Parenthood of Kansas and Missouri and members of the Unitarian Fellowship of Lawrence, among others.

MORE at http://www2.ljworld.com/news/2014/jul/07/protestors-demonstrate-front-lawrence-hobby-lobby-/

[theHandpuppet]

84. Photos from the protest in Burbank

http://twitchy.com/2014/07/07/smash-patriarchy-protesters-demonstrate-outside-hobby-lobby-stores-pics/

Check out the next to last photo in the article. "If you can cut off my reproductive choices..."

[theHandpuppet]

85. Report on the protest in Albuquerque

http://www.kob.com/article/stories/S3496309.shtml#.U7vPeU1OWM9

[theHandpuppet]

86. UPDATE: Protest schedule for NYC and Chicago!

New York City, N.Y.
Thurs. July 10, 5:30 p.m.
Gathering at corner of Centre St. and Chambers St.
Info: [e-mail] or 347-292-WORD (9673)

Chicago, IL.
Thurs. July 10, 5:00 p.m.
10 S. LaSalle (1 block south of Madison)
Info: [e-mail] or 773-828-9205

[theHandpuppet]

87. Website for Women Organized to Resist and Defend (WORD)

This is the grassroots movement behind many of the HL protests. Photos of the various protests plus a protest schedule available at site: http://defendwomensrights.org/

If you can't make any of the protests, please consider a donation to the cause.

[theHandpuppet]

88. If you have protest photos to share, please do!

Would appreciate reports from anyone attending the protests.

[ReRe]

92. Kick again!

Hoping that it will draw attention to someone who hasn't seen it yet! HP, you really want to know the truth? I was in tears about half way down this list of links. I was so proud of all those women!