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Demonstrators gathered Saturday in Pershing Square downtown to stage a rally and march in protest of U.S. military actions and other destructive foreign policy related to 9/11.
The rally, which drew an estimated 3,000 demonstrators, was described by one participant/IMC reporter as "a real professional demonstration," with excellent speakers supplied in part by Sunset Hall, downtown's radical retirement home, and good music and poetry throughout.
After rallying, the diverse crowd set out at about 2:30 accompanied by the sounds of Rage Against the Machine, and staged a highly successful, very loud and energetic march down Broadway and through downtown. On this beautiful Saturday afternoon, the vibe was positive and the demonstration carried forth a good, consistent energy throughout. The message of peace was met for the most part with positive response from the diverse crowds of weekend shoppers, tourists, and local residents, and seemed to resonate loudly and strongly with the people of downtown Los Angeles.
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