Cindy Sheehan in Charlottesville this evening - maybe a couple hundred supporters

[peacebird]

and about 60 very vocal pro-war, pro-bush "Win the War" supporters.

I was saddened to see so many pro-war types, many young enough to serve themselves IF they really wanted to support the war. Let them go and serve since they are so high on the war. Let our troops come home.

The Rev and Cindy both welcomed the pro-war folks, and said how wonderful it was that we could all be there together expressing our views. They were very good but the true revelation for me was the ex-CIA fellow - Ray McGovern. His speech was quiet, and extremely powerful. He spoke of the CIA and the DSM, and the lies - but he also spoke of the founding fathers, and the Constitution, and the separation of powers, and impeachment. It was fabulous.

[babylonsister]

1. Thank you for that! I love Cindy and McGovern; it sounds like he might

even have educated a few people. :thumbsup: I'm glad you were there!

[peacebird]

3. They were quiet when he spoke, don't know if his words convinced them but maybe some doubt seeped in

[babylonsister]

6. They're are probably furiously googling Ray McGovern, but will find

out he's the real deal. I think he must have done some good.

[Peregrine Took]

2. There are so many "knee jerk" followers who have no idea what they are

talking about. Years later they say "Oh my God, you were right, I was so stupid!" but then its, usually, too late.

[peacebird]

4. I was rude - as we walked by I pointed straight at them saying "ENLIST! Fight the war you support!"

[karlrschneider]

5. That was not rude, it was absolutely appropriate!

:toast:

[messiah2012]

7. Sounds like the pro-war boys had nothing better to do on a Friday night.

Do you know if Cindy has any other scheduled appearances for this week end?

[babylonsister]

8. Why yes she does and glad you asked!

http://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/HL0707/S00248.htm

Cindy Sheehan's March from Texas to Arrive in D.C.
Wednesday, 18 July 2007, 12:33 pm
Column: afterdowningstreet.org
Cindy Sheehan's March from Texas to Arrive in D.C. on July 23

Cindy Sheehan is leading a march/drive from Crawford, Texas, to New York City. Participants in this Journey for Humanity share the goals of ending the occupation of Iraq, impeaching Cheney and Bush, restoring New Orleans, and funding human needs at home and in Iraq and Afghanistan. The march has already made big news in several states. Watch this video of a heated discussion between Cindy and an Alabama chickenhawk.

The march will include stops at the district offices of House Judiciary Committee Members Mel Watt, Howard Coble, and Bobby Scott along the way, before arriving in Washington, D.C., on July 23rd. Below is the route and a link for more information and to get involved.

July 17 Charlotte NC noon rally at Rep. Watt's office, 5 p.m. at Bryant Park
July 18 Greensboro NC 2:30 p.m. at Rep. Watt's office, 3:30 p.m. at Rep. Coble's office, 6 p.m. at Bennett College
July 19 Lynchburg VA 6 p.m. meet downtown at base of Monument Terrace, march to Riverfront Park
July 20 Charlottesville VA rally at 6 p.m. at Downtown Mall
July 21 Richmond VA
July 22 Arlington VA
July 23 Washington D.C. 10 a.m. at Arlington Cemetery, march to U.S. Capitol
July 24 Philadelphia PA
July 25 Allentown PA
July 26 New York NY
July 27 United Nations Action
July 29 Gathering of Hearts Fest, location to be announced
http://www.thecampcaseypeaceinstitute.org

more...

[messiah2012]

9. Got it.

I'll drive down and then come back up to D.C. Sweet.

On edit: I found it.

[messiah2012]

10. I drove down and saw Cindy in Richmond.

Back in D.C. and I'm gonna be joining her tomorrow. :woohoo: