Protest the 2008 Republican National Convention! - Press Release: St. Paul "returns" applications for permits to protest at Republican National Convention - Comments

I disagree

mgresist — Wed, 28 Mar 2007 02:17:17 -0400

Having dealt with problems getting permits by both the capitol and the city, we need to ask now to ensure that we will be given a location close to the action. Turning back the permit applications can be seen as a way of "putting people off" until the protest pen locations are decided. By then, it will be too late to push for a better location because "all of the logistics have been decided--you should have come to us earlier." At this point, the ACLU should get involved. They've been wanting to take on this permitting process for some time--here's their chance.

Michelle G.
CUAPB

St. Paul returns applications

Shaunvoiceofreason — Tue, 27 Mar 2007 16:45:21 -0400

This isn't a big deal. The city has a basic rules on when you can turn in a protest application. These rules are for everyone. It doesn't matter if you are a Republican or a Democrat, the same rules apply for all events. If everyone would just stay patient, you'll get your applications approved in the proper time alloted by the city. The city is run by Democrats. They're on your side. If something goes wrong with the applications, it's pretty clear that it's well documented who and how many wanted to protest. If people aren't allowed to protest, it would be a good thing because it would turn more attention toward the Republicans and how they denied people the right to protest.

Press Coverage

admin — Tue, 27 Mar 2007 09:30:00 -0400

St. Paul vows to protect protesters' rights
Star Tribune, 3/27/2007

St. Paul / Proposed decree welcomes dissenters
Pioneer Press, 3/27/2007

But who will welcome the GOP?
Joe Soucheray, Pioneer Press, 3/27/2007

Anti-War Groups to Speak on Potential RNC Suppression
Twin Cities Fox, 3/27/2007

Anti-war organizers say: "We will march on the Republican National Convention..."
Fight Back News, 3/27/2007

Press Release: St. Paul "returns" applications for permits to protest at Republican National Convention

admin — Fri, 23 Mar 2007 20:53:16 -0400

Press release from March 23, 2007.