Posted on 08/17/2005 8:43:02 AM PDT by areafiftyone
(CNSNews.com) - Anti-war protesters aren't the only ones heading to Crawford, Tex. A group that supports U.S. troops and the war on terrorism has launched a "You Don't Speak for Me, Cindy" tour.
Move America Forward, a conservative advocacy group, said it will lead a caravan of military family members who oppose Sheehan's "anti-military antics."
The caravan will depart early next week from different locations around the country, converging on Crawford in time for an Aug. 27 rally in support of U.S. troops and their mission in Iraq.
"The overwhelming majority of military families support their loved ones and the missions they are serving in Iraq and Afghanistan," said Move America Forward Co-Chair Melanie Morgan, who also hosts a radio program on KSFO.
"These military families do not share Cindy Sheehan's view of the war on terrorism, and the true story needs to be told," Morgan added. "We invite Americans to join us en masse in Crawford, Texas, on August 17 so we can send a message to terrorists around the world that American resolve is stronger than ever."
Deborah Johns of Marine Moms will lead the delegation from San Francisco, where Move America Forward is based. Her son William served in Operation Iraqi Freedom.
"Cindy Sheehan doesn't speak for me, nor does she speak for any of the military families that I have been involved with," Johns said.
"I am deeply sorry for Ms. Sheehan's loss; however, Ms. Sheehan's actions are only causing pain to those of us who have loved ones serving in the war against terrorism. We understand the need to fight the terrorists overseas rather than face attack here at home."
Johns said terrorists led by al Qaeda -- not President Bush -- are responsible for the deaths of U.S. troops in Iraq.
Move America Forward said it will run TV ads publicizing the Crawford-bound caravan, which will make stops along the way for rallies and press conferences.
When they get down there, Bush should have a big BBQ for the ""You Don't Speak for Me, Cindy"" families.
LMAO....that would be PERFECT! I would love to see the $hit hit the fan if that happened!
Oh now I wanna to go! LOL
It's great, but it ain't gonna be no news. The media has no interest in pro-America groups.
EXCELLENT!
That would be GREAT!
Make SURE that the peaceniks are DOWNWIND!
Party Pooper! ;-) (but you are right)
And personally meet, exchange a few words with, and shake hands with...each and every one of 'em.
Thanks for posting this!!!
I'm heading to Crawford with the caravan. I'm sending this thread to Melanie Morgan and Deborah Johns (of Marine Moms) so they can see it.
Good luck! Of course we expect pictures to be posted! LOL
Head's up...
"You Don't Speak for Me, Cindy" Tour to bring military families (with loved ones serving in Iraq & Afghanistan) who support the fight against terrorism in Iraq & Afghanistan to Crawford, Texas. Mission: To show the world (and the terrorists) that Cindy Sheehan DOESN'T speak for most Americans - that we stand by our troops and their missions in Iraq & Afghanistan.
Main caravan begins next Monday, August 22, 2005 from San Francisco, California. Main caravan being led by Deborah Johns of Marine Moms (son has served in Operation Iraqi Freedom). Joining the caravan will be Melanie Morgan (Chairman of Move America Forward); Lt. Col. Buzz Patterson (carried the nuclear football for President Clinton); Martha Zoller of WDUN 550 AM Atlanta/Gainesville - all just returned from the "Voices of Soldiers" Truth Tour in Iraq where they met with U.S. Troops.
There will be other caravans from around the nation joining the main caravan coming from California. All pro-military/pro-troop caravans arrive in Crawford, Texas for giant "We Support Our Troops & Their Mission" rally which takes place Saturday, August 27th.
Effort being organized and led by Move America Forward. Complete details online: http://www.MoveAmericaForward.org
Military families wishing to join the caravan (or meet up with us at the Crawford rally on August 27th) should contact Move America Forward's Robert Dixon at: Robert@MoveAmericaForward.org
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NEWS STORIES ON THIS EVENT:
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OAKLAND TRIBUNE: http://www.insidebayarea.com/oaklandtribune/localnews/ci_2948628
CNS NEWS: http://www.cnsnews.com/ViewNation.asp?Page=\Nation\archive\200508\NAT20050817c.html
CNN is also reporting on our pro-troop caravan and rally:
Meanwhile, the Right plans more anti-Sheehan pushback. The pro-Bush group, Move America Forward, will conduct the "You Don't Speak for Me, Cindy" caravan beginning next week. It will feature military family members who have loved ones serving in the war against terrorism in Iraq or Afghanistan. The delegation will be led by Deborah Johns of a group called Northern California Marine Moms. Johns will lead the caravan to Crawford, where she and Move Chairman Melanie Morgan will lead a "We Support Our Troops and Their Mission" rally on Saturday. http://www.cnn.com/2005/POLITICS/08/17/sr.weds/
FREE REPUBLIC THREAD - Texas Freepers to join event: http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1464717/posts
Can you please clarify the date....Aug 17 or Aug 27.
Hoping for the 27th, may be able to make it then.
Thanks.
Move America Forward will be conducting the “You Don’t Speak for Me, Cindy” caravan beginning next week. It will feature military family members who have loved ones serving in the war against terrorism in Iraq or Afghanistan.
The delegation will be led by Deborah Johns of Northern California Marine Moms. She will lead the caravan to Crawford, Texas where she and Move America Forward Chairman, Melanie Morgan, will lead a “WE SUPPORT OUR TROOPS & THEIR MISSION” rally in Crawford on Saturday, August 27th, 2005.
I think the main Caravan starts in California on the 22nd that is where the confusion is. They will be in Crawford on the 27th. Hope that explains it.
Sign idea: "We're not Pro War - We're Anti Surrender".
GOOD ONE!
It's August 27th!
Did you notice how the reporter had to go out of his/her way to point out that this a "conservative" group. In all of the 1000+ articles about Cindy Sheehan never do they mention that she or her groups are liberal.
I know it's a dead horse, but it's one I don't mind kicking. And we need to keep on kicking it. This is just another example of liberal bias in the media, portraying conservatives as out of the mainstream while the liberal agenda is considered normal.
I'm done ranting. Thanks.
Yeah the CNS story has a typo. August 27th not 17th!!
Things are looking up PING!
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