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PROTECT THE RESULTS RALLIES - Post Election
We held our first Protect The Results Rally on Nov. 4, 2020.
Future rallies may be necessary.
Please check back regularly for updates.
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Group Agreements
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Parking
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Sample Messaging for Signs
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Safety Tips
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Dealing with Counter Protesters
Group Agreements:
As an attendee, you agree to the following:
This is a peaceful event. We are committed to non-violence.
Practice social distancing by standing 6 feet apart.
Wear a mask over your nose and mouth at all times. **BRING YOUR OWN MASK please.
Follow all directions of our Safety Marshals.
Stay on sidewalks, leave room for passersby, stay out of the street.
Keep your signs from going past the curb (we don't want to distract drivers).
Respect all people and property (don't leave trash behind please).
Stay together with our group, stick with a buddy.
Don't engage with counter protesters. Avoid getting baited.
Parking:
https://www.parkferndale.com/resources/where-to-park
Sample Messaging for Signs: PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN SIGNS!!
Protect Democracy
Our Vote Our Voices
Count My Ballot
My Vote Counts
Save Democracy
Defend The Vote
Voting UNITES US
Respect The Results
Get The Count Right
Election Workers Are Heroes of Democracy
Use these hashtags on signs and to post on social media during our the rally:
#ProtectTheResults
#CountOnUs
#CountEveryVote
#OnePersonOneVote
Safety Tips:
**There will be an Information/Safety table located on the NE corner of 9 Mile & Woodward in front of the Como's Restaurant patio.
Be aware of your surroundings. Have an exit plan in mind.
Have a buddy, predetermine a meeting place if you get separated.
Only cross the street at the intersections.
Remain calm - if you're uncomfortable, leave the event.
Do not engage with counter protesters.
Familiarize yourself with these safety tips in case of an emergency and know your rights:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1nGhkCIwsEVC1DmvIkXVK954RNeHnZQ4915kM2-tF288/edit
Dealing With Counter Protesters: From our friends at MoveOn.org
De-escalation video: https://youtu.be/NfgwupAIvYo
De-Escalation Tip Sheet: https://s3.amazonaws.com/s3.moveon.org/images/De-EscalationTips.pdf
We meet in the evening on the second and fourth Wednesday of every month. Meetings focus on organizing together to protect our democracy, vulnerable constituencies, an egalitarian society and a healthy environment. If you would like to attend a meeting and check us out, please contact us for more details. You may also follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook.
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