SUPPORT OUR TROOPS - Patriots Rally for America IV - Saturday, March 1, 2003, Washington, D.C.

DC Chapter of Free Republic ^ | February 18, 2003 | Angelwood and Kristinn

[Angelwood]

This is important. Drop what you’re doing. Pack the car, get on a plane, a train, a bus or start walking. Our troops need your support right now! They’re laying it on the line for us overseas and all they are seeing in the media is hundreds of thousands of anti-war/anti-American demonstrators marching in our streets.

As evidenced by this article Anti-war Protests Anger U.S. Troops Inside Kuwait those demonstrations are starting to affect morale. You can do something about that, but it will take time, effort and sacrifice -- a modest sacrifice compared to our men and women in uniform waiting for the the word to take out Saddam and his tyrannical terrorist regime.

The D.C. Chapter of Free Republic urges all FReepers and lurkers in good standing, as well as their friends and families, veterans and their friends and families and all others who want to stand up for America and support our troops to join us in Washington, D.C. on Saturday, March 1, 2003 for the Patriots Rally for America IV from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m at the outdoor Sylvan Theater on the grounds of the Washington Monument.

As the United States prepares to take the next step in the war on terrorism with probable action in Iraq, it is imperative that we get out and show support for our troops, our Commander-in-Chief and all that’s good about America.

Our troops are there to give their lives if necessary in order to prevent another 9-11 from happening to us. Now more than ever, they need to see your support back home. Please don’t let them down.

We are asking you to bring large American and Gadsden flags. Also, signs bearing messages supporting America, our troops, our Commander-in-Chief and the war on terrorism.

That same day, anti-American leftists will be holding an "anti-war" rally and march in D.C. The "anti-war" rally, organized by IAC-A.N.S.W.E.R. , a front group for the communist World Workers Party, will be held on the Mall near the Capitol Building between 3rd Street and 7th Street, N.W. The organizers have permitted other sites as staging areas for many in their group to assemble and then march to the main event. Some of these staging areas include: Constitution Gardens by the Vietnam War Memorial, the Northeast quadrant of the Washington Monument, and Freedom Plaza at 14th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W.

Another group has plans to assemble in the DuPont Circle area and march to Constitution Avenue, N.W. between 17th and 23rd Streets.

We do not expect any trouble from those groups. Law enforcement officers will be everywhere to keep the peace and ensure that everyone’s rights are respected.

As always, the D.C. Chapter's rules for demonstrating will be in effect. Briefly, they are: No violence, no racism, no profanity, no threats, no provocations, obey the law and treat all law enforcement officers with respect.

When: Saturday, March 1, 2003 from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m., rain or shine.

Where: The Sylvan Theater, located on the south side of the Washington Monument grounds at Independence Avenue and 15th Street, S.W.

[GailA]

Freedom bump

[firewalk]

Thanks for the ping & Bttt

[evilC]

A.N.S.W.E.R is not the Answer!

[kristinn]

We'll be missing you!

[Doctor Raoul]

The loonie left has a 40 year headstart on protesting, so we need your help in rasing the funds for the sound system and other basic components of a rally.

If there is anyone out there who is in the printing or advertising business who could make flyers, bumperstickers or other promotional materials to use at the rally, please FReep mail me.

If you're in a position to make a non-monetary contribution on something I haven't mentined, please FReep mail me too.

Time is short and your country needs you. Don't underestimate the value of your contribution.

[Doctor Raoul]

But I might be in Mexico.

I thought you said that the bank cameras weren't working.....

[Doctor Raoul]

Thank you.

[Doctor Raoul]

Long time no see, welcome back.

ANSWER=CANSWER is a great one.

[Taxman]

I'd be most pleased to just that!

[kristinn]

Thanks!

[Taxman]

If you can get to WDC, you can stay at Taxman's Hotel/Motel/FReeper Flophouse. Bring a sleeping bag and soap and a towel. The floor and the camaradarie is FRee!

[Taxman]

You gitcheself down heanh, y'hear?

[Taxman]

And we thank you sir for your service.

[Taxman]

I am happy to pass along to my fellow FReepers the timeless words of a truly Great American Patriot.

[Hobsonphile]

Well, the real money-suck is actually the car maintenance. But thank you for the offer. :)

I really regret not being able to attend the demonstration in NYC. :(

If I could get cheap transportation to DC, then I would be able to attend. A moment ago, I actually considered riding down with the unwashed. Eep!

[Angelwood]

Thanks for helping out at the Coast Guard base every week. I'm sure your help is appreciated.

[Angelwood]

I was hoping you could use your beautiful voice and lead our singing again, but I certainly understand the difficulty of attending so many events so close together. Take care.

[nkycincinnatikid]

bump

[devildogO341]

Greetings from ARCENT/QATAR,
Much appreciated for all the troop support
Semper Fi

[Taxman]

Well, offer to help pay for gas, and gather 3 other FReepers in your area (one with a properly functioning auto!) and drive on down!