Occupy Sacramento is still going on in Cesar Chavez Park despite arrests last night. 20 people were reportedly arrested for camping in the park Thursday night. This prompted protestors to march to the jail Friday morning to greet those arrested as they were released. And now protestors have returned to the park and are not going to let police intimidate them into leaving.
Attending Occupy Sacramento was amazing. It should be impressed how much life and energy the protestors there are generating. Attendees range in age from small children in families to the elderly. People with signs are posted on the four corners of the park, to establish a presence and to educate those who pass by about what is going on inside the park. Once inside the park, you'll find several different tents. One tent has a sign that reads "First Aid"; another tent has a sign that says "Media", another "Fundraising"; and still there are other tents for sign making, food and water, and areas for various organizations like the SEIU and Homeless Coalition to hand out information.
There are several general assembly meetings that happen throughout the day where everyone gathers to discuss goals, objectives, intentions, marches, and any other concerns for the whole group. There are also several meetings that go on throughout the day to educate demonstrators about some of the problems our country faces and some of the solutions that can lead us into a brighter future. All these meetings are advertised on signs posted throughout the park. So what is happening at Occupy Sacramento is more than a demonstration, it is the building of new connections and new solutions to fight the corporate stranglehold on government. Even if you aren't the type to yell and chant, you can attend Occupy Sacramento just to learn more about what problems we all collectively face, and what solutions are out there.
You can find more information about Occupy Sacramento at their website, facebook page, or at Cesar Chavez Park in downtown Sacramento. Occupy Sacramento is looking for donations of food, water, trash bags, and any sign making materials.
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