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Protesting the Protest!
Guys, it feels so good.
I went today with only 4 other people with cardboard signs at sterling for 30 mintues - we got at least 15 people saying "thanks", "i like what you're doing", handshakes - it felt great.
Some of my friends went to cootes too, and were actually asked to leave by CUPE members, but the cops told them they had to let them stay.. heehee
Our signs said "CUPE: Bully", "CUPE causes CO2 Emissions: Idling sucks!", "Honk if you hate CUPE", and "CUPE holds the public hostage".
I highly recommend those against the strike get out there with a couple friends, even for just a bit before class. Feels good.
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11-03-2009 at 12:32 PM
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I recommend everyone express their opinions openly and loudly. This is a great way to do so, and I hope more people follow through.
The pickets have been weak so far... it would be impressive if a group of students larger than the group of Cupies could get out and do this.
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11-03-2009 at 12:33 PM
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Jackie,
Is there any talk of organizing more of these? I would definately go.
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11-03-2009 at 12:34 PM
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Jackie,
Is there any talk of organizing more of these? I would definately go.
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It was kind of random, happening from the lounge when i got there today, but of course we could arrange some more times!
Make this the forum to post a time/place suggestion and ask people to show up!!!
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11-03-2009 at 12:35 PM
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I'll come out with you guys tomorrow morning if you want  Just let me know?
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HAHA yeaah nicely done...we (3rd floor keyes crew) plan on getting as many windows covered with our CUPE disgust ASAP..so look for that in the next day or so...WE also have news signs up today from my own personal room window...enjoy..more will come
(3rd floor keyes facing Cootes entrance)
Any sign ideas are welcome
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11-03-2009 at 12:58 PM
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Originally Posted by Scrub
HAHA yeaah nicely done...we (3rd floor keyes crew) plan on getting as many windows covered with our CUPE disgust ASAP..so look for that in the next day or so...WE also have news signs up today from my own personal room window...enjoy..more will come
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Your signs = epic. Good job guys
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11-03-2009 at 01:54 PM
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taking a strong stand publicizes the opposite position
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11-03-2009 at 01:56 PM
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taking a strong stand publicizes the opposite position
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Keeping quiet is equivalent to bending over and taking it.
I'll stay strong thanks.
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Please post on this thread the next time you guys plan on going. I'd love to come!!
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11-03-2009 at 02:11 PM
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habitual contempt doesn't reflect a finer sensibility. At times inactivity is preferable to mindless functioning
Last edited by andrew22 : 11-03-2009 at 02:16 PM.
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someone PLEASE go challenge them to some scrabble!
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I think this calls for a macinsiders social
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11-03-2009 at 02:31 PM
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MACINSIDERS SCRABBLE TOURNAMENT! omg..
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I think their setting up for another one in a bit. In my math class about an hour ago there was an announcement to meet in the eng lounge (JHE past the main lobby) to protest...
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