Tuesday, May 5, 2009

And Now, Vince's Uncle Roberto With How To Organize A Protest


Decide on a time and location for your protest. This is probably the simplest step, but it does require a little thought and consideration on your part. If you're protesting a business or organization with just one location, then the choice is obvious. But if you're targeting a company with multiple locations in your area, try to pick one that has a lot of foot or car-traffic...after all, your goal is for as many people to see you as possible.

Once you have worked out the specifics of your protest, your next step will be to get the word out about your event. Make a flyer informing people about your demonstration. Be sure to include the date, time, and location of your event, as well as a brief narrative about why exactly you are protesting. You can hang these flyers around town and give one to anyone you meet who might be interested in attending your demonstration. There are a few occasions where you might need to get a permit. If you want to protest inside a shopping center or other "private property," you'll need to ask the owner beforehand. Also, if you are planning to use amplified sound equipment (like a bullhorn or a microphone) or if you expect more than 25 people, you should check with the city first.

Which reminds me, never pick up animal rights activists in your limo. They'll stink up the car with patchouli and some will even slash the seats if they're leather. I think one guy even left lice. Dirty people.

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