The Day of Rage began today, with thousands in attendance, all races, all walks of life, and all ages. Each one protesting Corporate greed and the banking giants that almost brought this country’s economy to its knees.
People spoke of cuts put on the chopping block, with a call for a shared sacrifice which isn’t shared at all; it’s more appropriate to call it a Middle Class sacrifice. Corporations are faring well while shipping jobs overseas, while politicians ask for even more cuts and raising taxes on the wealthy is disregarded altogether. Young men and women far younger than me spoke of the economy, each speaking in well toned, calm, but shaken words — each one all too aware that our politicians now state openly that Corporations are people.
Fox News attempted to interview a man, who was…testy. All he could seem to mutter was, “Fuck you Fox News!” – over and over again, right into the camera. I took this opportunity to ask the Fox News representative a couple of questions, which he dodged. I asked how many people would he report were in attendance. He smiled, then backed away into a more comfortable zone with his coworkers. I asked again, the young man looked down with a grin — never answering the question. I can imagine he’s used to that question.
While walking down the streets with the other protesters, I noticed a Wikileaks van drive by. These moments were almost surreal, but in that ridiculously wonderful kind of way. Camaraderie was in the air; people with mutual concerns sharing this day, walking past big banks with people peeking out of the doorways curiously.
Even Ron Paul supporters were there:
Signs demanding Wall Street pay back a few debts:
People from Anonymous attended and I spotted them throughout the crowd:
They marched when told to keep moving. My apologies for the quality of some of these pictures. Blame Obama – everyone else does.
The police presence was far, far more than necessary; it was a peaceful protest, without incident. It’s curious – why was there so many cops around, whereas during tea party rallies they were hardly noticeable? I did say to one of them, “I have a feeling you’d rather be protesting with us.” No joke, he nodded his head and laughed.
A lot of pictures were taken by people in the crowd. She looks perplexed, and tall, very very tall.
You can blame Obama for this video too. Or, ACORN. It doesn’t matter, just as long as I’m not blamed (I’m taking a cue from the GOP)
Click here to view the embedded video.
Many thanks to my friend Comgen.
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