CALL TO ACTION: DIE‐IN ON COURTHOUSE STEPS Los Angeles lawyers have organized a peaceful “Die‐In” to protest police brutality, which disproportionately affects black men, women, and children. We will lie down on the courthouse steps and surrounding sidewalk in unison to protest the police killings of unarmed people. As lawyers, we are sworn to uphold and enforce the laws and to provide leadership in our communities. We cannot stand idly by as we witness racial inequalities and injustices perpetuated by the legal system we are supposed to uphold. We must demand better! We call on lawyers, law students, and all those acting in solidarity with us, to protest these police killings, the failure to hold police accountable for these deaths, and the system that perpetuates these racist practices. We act in solidarity with others taking action to show that Black Lives Matter. This will be a peaceful demonstration. Join us in this Die‐In demonstration! Where: Outside the Stanley Mosk Courthouse, downtown LA. 111 N. Hill Street, Los Angeles,CA 90012. Outside the entrance on Hill Street between W. 1st St. and E. Temple St. When: Assemble on Tuesday, December 16, 2014 at 8:30 a.m. Die‐In will occur in unison promptly at 9:00 a.m. Do not be late! We will lie down for 15 minutes and 30 seconds (or until ordered to disperse, if earlier). We will lie on the ground 4 min 30 seconds, because Mike Browns body was on the ground 4 hours and 30 minutes, and another 11 minutes, because Eric Garner said I cant breathe 11 times before dying. Rain or shine! Who: Lawyers, law students, legal staff, and all opposed to police brutality and the discriminatory criminal justice system. What to Wear: Everyone should wear a suit if possible. A black suit would be ideal. This is for the symbolism and visual image we want to create. Last resort, wear black business attire. Also bring a briefcase if you can. Parking/Metro Information: Near the Civic Center/Grand Park metro stop. Paid parking is available at parking lots on N. Hill, E. 1st, and S. Grand. Contacts for more info: Carmina Ocampo: carminao@gmail, (310) 894‐3400; Liza Brereton: lizabrereton@gmail, (310) 736‐5264; or Claudia Peña: Claudia.linnette@gmail, (415) 625‐3357. Bring other lawyers and law students with you! Spread the word! @[null:#lawyerdiein] @[null:#blacklivesmatter] #lawyers4BlackLives
Posted on: Tue, 16 Dec 2014 06:52:47 +0000
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