298,144,215 Decide to Not Protest War in D.C. This Weekend

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Antiwar Protesters Target Congress - Christian Science Monitor.

Organizers expect more than 300,000 people to converge in Washington this weekend seeking more than resolutions.

When thousands of Iraq war protesters gather in Washington Saturday, their chants and amplified speeches are likely to be heard inside the secure grounds of the White House where the commander in chief has made his case for sending more troops into combat.

But the other end of Pennsylvania Avenue -- the Capitol and the Democratic-led Congress -- is where they most aim their message.

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi is the main political target. War protesters want something tougher than nonbinding resolutions opposing the "surge" in additional US forces. Some want hearings on the controversial basis for the war itself, perhaps leading to the impeachment of President Bush...

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When I saw the thread title, I figured this was another Onion link.

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When I saw the thread title, I figured this was another Onion link.

I'm right there with you on that.

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the Tehran Gazette

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As of this posting the AP preferred headline is Tens of Thousands in D.C. Protest War

The sixth-grader from Harvard, Mass., the youngest speaker on the National Mall stage, organized a petition drive at her school against the war. "I encourage the youth of America to rise up and tell our government, 'Changes have to be made,'" she said.

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As of this posting the AP preferred headline is Tens of Thousands in D.C. Protest War

... and she has good company. Of course all of those listed at the link have no ulterior motives - just give peace a chance... And oh, free Mumia too...