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Submitted by youarealldevo on Fri, 06/30/2006 - 7:24pm.

Boyd Rice, artist

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Submitted by WallyCuddeford on Fri, 06/30/2006 - 6:34pm.






Tear it down!
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Submitted by Sarah on Fri, 06/30/2006 - 2:36pm.
"They never get big enough to become man eaters," he said. "They can bite the heck out of you. They've got a mouth full of teeth."

Just count your blessings that we don't live in Iowa.
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Submitted by AAndrew on Fri, 06/30/2006 - 2:35pm.

I'm new to this, but I'll just jump right in and start something. I hope I am not violating some local internet custom...

Consider the following as you ponder the economic system that so-called Christians are building:

All the believers were of one heart and mind, and they felt that what they owned was not their own; they shared everything they had. And the apostles gave powerful witness to the resurrection of the Lord Jesus, and God's great favor was upon them all. There was no poverty among them, because people who owned land or houses sold them and brought the money to the apostles to give to others in need. (Acts 4:32-35)

But as the believers rapidly multiplied, there were rumblings of discontent. Those who spoke Greek complained against those who spoke Hebrew, saying that their widows were being discriminated against in the daily distribution of food.

So the Twelve called a meeting of all the believers. “We apostles should spend our time preaching and teaching the word of God, not administering a food program,” they said. “Now look around among yourselves, brothers, and select seven men who are well respected and are full of the Holy Spirit and wisdom. We will put them in charge of this business. Then we can spend our time in prayer and preaching and teaching the word.” (Acts 6:1-4)

What would Jesus do for a living? For some modern models of how a Christian economy works, and more, please visit: www.bookofacts.info


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Submitted by epersonae on Fri, 06/30/2006 - 2:09pm.
Jul 2 2006 - 5:00pm
Jul 2 2006 - 7:00pm
The next protest at Ralph's Thriftway is going to be a "beach party" protest.  Bring your boombox (and beach boys!), beach toys, chairs, etc.  Wear a bathing suit, surfing trunks, or a sarong!

If the weather continues like this, you might want to bring a cooler with icy treats...from the coop. :)

We want a really big turnout, so be there or be square!
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Submitted by Sarah on Fri, 06/30/2006 - 1:59pm.

Drew Hendricks and I were hanging out this morning in Sylvester Park. We were seated on a bench, sharing coffee and conversation.

A large man in uniform strode towards us. State patrol. No smile. No introduction.

He stopped in front of us, blocking us, his hands on his hips. Which meant one hand on holstered gun. Still no smile.

Sgt. Dahl spoke with Drew, said what he wanted to say. I tried to introduce a friendly note but Sgt. Dahl had no interest in meeting me. I would have stood up, introduced myself, shook his hand, shared some community spirit and appreciation. But there was something about being seated, looking up at a large unsmiling armed man in uniform that made me sit still.

I hope next time that smiles and friendly conversation can be shared. I very much appreciate the dedication and hard work of any law enforcement member who is good at his or her job. I would have liked a chance to express this to Sgt. Dahl.

I have to say that I'm nervous about writing this. Will I get into trouble? Should I just be intimidated and keep my mouth shut?
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Submitted by tigerlilly on Fri, 06/30/2006 - 7:42am.
Jun 30 2006 - 7:00pm
Jun 30 2006 - 8:00pm

Community Forum – “The Port and the People: A story of Profits, Protests and the Militarization of the Port of Olympia”

“The Port and The People” , a Community Forum on recent anti-war protests at the Port of Olympia will be held Friday, June 30th, 7 PM at Traditions Café’ (5th Water St.,  Downtown Olympia). The event is free though donations will be accepted for the Port of Olympia Legal Defense Fund.

This community conversation will begin with short presentations on  The Economy of the Port, The History of Port Protests in Olympia, and brief testimonials from two war resisters.  Following, an hour will be devoted for a Question & Answer period in which members of our community are welcome to pose questions to those who participated in recent port protests as to their intentions, visions and concerns with war resistance at home.

This event is sponsored by Port Militarization Resistance (PRM) and Olympia Movement for Justice and Peace (OMJP). For further information, please see: 

http://www.omjp.org/PortMay06.html

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Submitted by Julie on Fri, 06/30/2006 - 4:30am.
Jun 30 2006 - 5:00pm
Jun 30 2006 - 7:00pm

Support Women's Health and Power to Choose Birth Control

Boycott Ralph's and Join us on the Picket line tonite from 5-7PM!

We need you there!

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Submitted by Julie on Fri, 06/30/2006 - 4:26am.

Yesterday was a bit crazy on the picket line at Ralph's.  We really need you there tonite!!

Undercover Security telling the anti-abortionists to report any violence to them.

Anesthiestiologists telling me to go somewhere else, asking me if we are coming for him next and going to force him to do abortions...umm, I don't think so!    i sure hope he doesn't decide to cut the anesthesia though just cuz you're a woman, or pro or anti-choice, or maybe he doesn't like nazi's...the possibilities are endless aren't they if you don't have someone who is professionally trained doing their JOB.  Pharmacists provide medications.  They don't judge, they don't make moral choices for other people!

We also had to fight to be the first seen up the hill...sure could use some more folks up there today!  It was a bit scary by myself for awhile!

Another highlight were the 3 Big White Male Preachers with big pictures of cute little babies.

Wow.  And to think we only want a legal prescription filled at Ralph's pharmacy.

I just met a woman who has worked with Storman and she said he is hard to pursuade.

She also said he does respond to things like this - boycotts affecting the bottom $$$

So start boycotting if you haven't already!!  Please join us tonite!!

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