free to be anti-war

In New York City, there’s a massive and very loud demonstration** taking place as I write, and I’ve got a front-row seat.

It reminds me of my youth–there’s a festival atmosphere, with music and marching bands, and speakers urging “No to pro-war Democrats!” and “Impeach for peace!” Which reminds me of why I support the Euston Manifesto.

above: free to be mindless, too

Here’s what the organizers, United for Peace and Justice, have to say:

SATURDAY, APRIL 29, 2006

NEW YORK CITY

Unite for change — let’s turn our country around!

Too much is too wrong in this country. We have a foreign policy that is foreign to our core values, and domestic policies wreaking havoc at home.

The times are urgent and we must act!

No more never-ending oil wars!

Protect our civil liberties & immigrant rights. End illegal spying, government corruption and the subversion of our democracy.

Rebuild our communities, starting with the Gulf Coast. Stop corporate subsidies and tax cuts for the wealthy while ignoring our basic needs.

Act quickly to address the climate crisis and the accelerating destruction of our environment.

Our message to the White House and to Congress is clear: Either stand with us or stand aside!

We are coming together to march, to vote, to speak out and to turn our country around!

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But New York’s a big place. I’m going here: