Occupation of public square is the only way.

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Wednesday October 12, 2011 · 10:32 AM PDT

2011/10/12 · 10:32

Last July I published my first diary, advocating for a Labor Day march on Washington. With the jobs situation being what it was (and is), I didn't see any other way to get the public attention the situation required. Didn't get much response, and I too went back to feeling hopeless about it all.

But now it's happening all over the country (big smile). Those of us who can't physically participate need to support those who can. Being old enough to remember the protests of the 60s, the fact is that most people, even most young people, did not protest themselves, but the public at large came to support the protesters and their messages just the same.

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Wednesday July 06, 2011 · 12:15 PM PDT

2011/07/06 · 12:15

It should be obvious to everyone here that Washington isn't listening. What the people of America want and need right now is not getting a hearing, and instead our leaders are obsessed with the false "problem" of deficit and debt, and promoting more tax cuts for their rich friends and corporate bosses.

What do the people need? Lots of things individually, but overall we probably could list most of it under jobs and security. And under security we can list healthcare (including Medicare) and Social Security, plus unemployment benefits, welfare payments, food stamps, mortgage protection, etc. In times like these, jobs and security programs should be expanding, not being cut.

So how can people get the attention of Washington? Maybe sheer numbers can do it. It worked in Wisconsin, so maybe it can work in D.C.

Here's the idea. Whoever can do it, show up on the mall in D.C. on Labor Day. Maybe bring camping gear, and start a modern-day Hooverville. Others would donate money and resources to support them.

America for the People: Washington D.C., 9/5/11

I'm no organizer, just a guy with a thought. What do you all think?

(This is my first ever diary post to DK. I'm sure someone will let me know if I'm doing it wrong!)

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