Thanks for this, Jane. I think I can honestly state that if it wasn’t for your incredibly hard work, the momentum behind the Occupy movement would have died out by now and the one-percenters and catfooders and balance-the-budget-on-grandma’s-back-ers would once again be able to set the terms of the debate unchallenged.

Thank you, Jane, for all you do. ((((hug))))

Occupy Houston endured 48 hours of rain ranging from drizzle to deluge ending Christmas morning, with no tents or cover permitted. Thanks to Occupy Supply I was able to deliver hot food and warm clothing yesterday afternoon.

With the burn ban lifted, they were able to build a fire in an elevated fire pit and were organizing a laundromat run to dry out some of their wet gear. I don’t expect the fire pit to last very long since the city has been persistent in denying any infrastructure that makes their presence comfortable.

I’m not sure I would go that far, but I do agree with the sentiment. It would certainly be different today without Jane.

FWIW I think you’re both amazing. I’ve marvelled at your resiliency (sp???) ofte too. Both of you have some sort of internal moter that keeps on going when for most it would’ve given out long ago.

And the fact both of you are woment reinforces my belief that women would do a better job of running things.

Thank you both. I hope you both have wonderful holiday week. Enjoy but stay safe.

Jane, the other day I asked about Occupy Lompoc because someone from there wrote a diary. Were you able to find out anything about them?

Jane,
at an earlier thread, some of us were discussing how FDL has evolved.
We were also talking about how it’s a good thing to have discussions with others who may disagree with you, but argue in a civil manner. And, I mentioned that when some folks were talking about Taking it to the streets, years ago, that I couldn’t wrap my head around that. But, I’ve stayed and listened and activated my self.
And, here you are supplying everyone with information and steer heading an on the grounds, grassroots support system to those who have indeed taken it to the streets.
I’m so glad I’ve stayed. :)

There was a front page article in our local paper about Occupy Syracuse on 12/12/2011, that’s a little over 2 weeks ago. Here’s a link:
http://www.syracuse.com/news/index.ssf/2011/12/occupy_syracuse_defies_nationa.html

“..Members of Occupy Syracuse are preparing to camp out through a long Central New York winter — and Syracuse officials are willing to let them.
Movement members have erected a triple-walled Army surplus tent at the concrete and brick plaza in front of One Lincoln Center on South Salina Street. Lined with a floor made from plywood and shipping pallets and equipped with a handmade, 10-slot bunk bed, the 18-foot-by-18-foot shelter is where occupiers will spend the night. It will replace the half-dozen small domed sleeping tents that now huddle in the shadow of the office building.
“We’re stocking up on shovels,” said Ryan O’Hara, an online auto parts warehouse manager from Weedsport who does communications for Occupy Syracuse.
The campers are collecting warm clothes, gloves and hats – “everything you need to stay outside in the winter,” O’Hara said.”

Thanks for doing that, Bill. Let me know how the ponchos work out — we are looking at different kinds and would love to hear how the ones we sent you stack up.

Me too Demi, it’s been really rewarding for all of us to evolve and grow together. I appreciate your contribution to that process.

See http://www.occupylompoc.org/news.html. Looks like they were evicted Dec. 17, 2011.

I think the Occupiers and #OccupySupply liaisons are doing a great job. Hurree!

Here is something I thought might be of interest …

From “Montanans Launch Recall of Senators Who Approved NDAA Military Detention. Merry Christmas, US Senate” (Salem-News.com, by Ralph Lopez Special, Dec. 25, 2011):

Montanans have announced the launch of recall campaigns against Senators Max Baucus and Jonathan Tester, who voted for the bill.

Montana is one of nine states with provisions that say that the right of recall extends to recalling members of its federal congressional delegation, pursuant to Montana Code 2-16-603, on the grounds of physical or mental lack of fitness, incompetence, violation of oath of office, official misconduct, or conviction of certain felony offenses.

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The website Ballotpedia.org cites eight other states which allow for the recall of elected federal officials: Arizona, Colorado, Louisiana, Michigan, Nevada, North Dakota, Oregon, and Wisconsin.

The complete article is here.

“…Let me know how the ponchos work out —..”

Jane – See my delivery report.