Cops going after Protesters, again...


	Cops going after Protesters, again...

ratilfar

7-28-2007 2:09 PM

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protest, war, iraq, civil rights, human rights, usa

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7-28-2007 2:21 PM

boniface

Freedom of speech is usually the first right to go in a police state.

7-28-2007 3:23 PM

kkcapricorn

These protests are happening more and more. The mainstream media ignores them. But the stories are trickling out; probably the police action attracts attention.
I received my free "Impeach Cheney?" cap but I am kind of scared to wear it.

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