I’m on my way home after attending the Meet the Candidates at the Kitsilano Neighbourhood House. I submitted a question for all candidates: “Is it acceptable to use Riot Squads to shutdown Occupy Vancouver?” My question was lost in the crowd, so wasn’t discussed. So, I Politely insisted my question be answered at the end. …
Category: Politics
Nov 07
Letter to MP’s for Get Money Out Initiative
Dear Political Leader, I am writing to you as a member of the 99%, and as someone who is participating in the organization of #OCCUPYVANCOUVER (www.occupyvancouver.com). We are in the early stages of organizing, and not all voices have been heard- so, until we have ratified our ideas, please understand I am not writing for …
Nov 07
The Battle is Our’s to Lose!
I understand the history and complexities of the relationship between traditional activists and the police. And, I can in many cases, understand why these methods are important. If you are protecting a virgin forest from a fleet of chainsaws, a simple hug may not be the answer. However, this protest is different: 1.) The general public …