[O29] short response to david on demands: who is being bombed?

[Brian O'Connell]

I agree wholeheartedly with everything Keith says in his initial email on 
the "Racism" demand.

Just to clarify, (and I feel that I can speak for Keith on this), I don't 
think that he feels that "the Democrats are on our side". Keith and the rest 
of the ISO are not shy about calling the Democrats bluff and saying loud and 
clear that they are a pro-war, pro-corporate party. I thank the ISO for 
taking a strong stance on this as they have influenced my own views on the 
Dems. However, I do disagree with the ISO on a few things like thier Fair 
Trade and enviornmental stances, but I agree with 90% of what they say.

I also find it strange that R. Miller felt the need to bring the Holyoke and 
George Mason incidents to Keith's attention when Keith has been the one 
spreading the word on this far and wide on the O29 list and many others.

But I have to side with Chrystie and say that we need to get going big time 
on logistics. This action is less than a month away and we have to get this 
together. The time for debate has past and we've settled our demands in 
August.  We must focus on permits, promo and logistics. We can continue this 
debate after O29, it's important to keep our eyes on the prize right now. 
David Keil makes a good point by pointing out the language on racism in our 
statement. It's in there.

Sorry to play Monday morning quarterback, I've been absent from most 
meetings due to my teaching schedule. Hope to see you all this Saturday at 
the Fundraiser. http://www.meniscusmagazine.com/events_pages/peaceII2005.htm

Peace and Solidarity,

Brian

Brian O'Connell
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