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Today a tremendous crowd* turned out in Boston to protest the Iraq War, to support our troops who are risking their lives, and to express their anger at the Bush administration for starting it. Many of those in attendance didn't stop with Bush, Cheney, & Co. - they also railed at the Democrat-controlled legislature, whom they feel aren't working enough to stop the war.
At first, it seemed as if the rally would be a small affair, but people kept pouring in from all over, and the group eventually flowed through downtown. All types of people from varying ranges of the political spectrum were there to protest. And now is the time to do so - the Bush Administration is at its most vulnerable, so, if you are against the war, lending your voice to a protest or writing your representative or Senator would be a good call.
Last, but not least, we had to give praise to a group we encountered on the common - Billionaires for Bush. These brilliant satirists turned out as a bunch of "corporate lobbyists, decadent heiresses, Halliburton stockholders, and other winners under George W. Bush's economic policies." Sometimes, a little satire can be an effective weapon.
If you're interested in learning more about Billionaires for Bush, visit the website for their local chapter, which we imagine meets in clandestine locations on Beacon Hill.
*WBZ and the Globe said "hundreds," but we think the number got much higher than that by the time of the march.
Photos of the antiwar rally by Caroline Roberts.
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Billionaires for Bush crack me up.
I agree that it seemed the total was higher than was reported -- I saw more than "hundreds" as the parade crossed Tremont and broke into two groups -- one to continue into the Common, the other to protest outside the Armed Forces center at 141 Tremont building.
I've got some shots here. -- Victoria Welch
I'm no expert, but it was more like 3,000 to 7,000 marchers!
— blocks and blocks, all types of people, as the article states.
Many people watching from the sides signaled their approval.
I admire Cindy Sheehan but I don't blame the Democrats first, though I'm very dismayed with Congress. The Bush adm. is still the main culprit.
Other than Howard Zinn, I ws also disappointed with the speeches — unfocused and rambling. Much missed opportunities. Anyone agree?
Darling!
Thank you ever so much for your kind words about the Billionaires! The three you photographed, chanting "Four More Wars!" are Di Bold, Dee Foress Tayshun and Austin Tayshun.
Toodles!