ABOUT THOSE BLACK ORGANIZATIONS PUSHING RACIAL ISSUES IN FERGUSON, MISSOURI...

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ABOUT THOSE BLACK ORGANIZATIONS PUSHING RACIAL ISSUES IN FERGUSON, MISSOURI Posted: 05 Nov 2014 09:06 PM PST In progressive politics, the rule for all agitators is to never let a crisis go to waste … It appears that the socialists, communists, and anarchists – along with the unions and black empowerment groups -- are the ones using the shooting of the black 6’4” 292-pound unarmed 18-year-old Michael Brown by white Officer Darren Wilson to push their own political agenda, raise money, and capture media attention. So who are these people who are members of the Don’t Shoot Coalition? Coalition Members Advancement Project AFGE Local 3354 Amnesty International Antiracism Collective/Justice Institute Coalition Against Police Crimes & Repression Coalition of Black Trade Unionists Coalition to Abolish the Prison Industrial Complex (CAPIC) Communications Workers of America, Local 6355 Drone-Free St. Louis Faith Aloud Future Fighters IAMAW Local 1345 Instead of War Coalition Inter-Faith Committee on Latin America JCS - St. Louis Jobs with Justice, St. Louis Chapter Justice Institute / Anti-Racism Committee Latinos En Axion STL Missouri GSA Network Missouri Immigrant and Refugee Advocates Missouri NOW Missouri Progressive Vote Coalition (Pro Vote) Missourians Organizing for Reform & Empowerment New Black Panther Party Organization for Black Struggle Peace Economy Project People Improving Communities Through Organizing (PICO) Network / Live Free Sabayet Second Chance Freedom Foundation Service Employees International Union Healthcare Missouri (SEIUMO) Show Me $15 Show Me No Hate Sistahs Talkin' Back Southside STL Supports St. Louis Catholic Worker Community St. Louis Chapter of the Council on American Islamic Relations St. Louis Jewish Voice for Peace St. Louis Palestine Solidarity Committee TEACH ThoughtWorks, Inc. UAPO Urban League of Metropolitan St. Louis Veterans For Peace #WeThePeople Young Activists United - St. Louis <Source>   These people do not want justice, do not want peace, and believe that anything that is not to their liking is an insult. Acting more like Muslims than Americans. What do they want? Don’t Shoot Coalition makes preparations for Michael Brown Grand Jury outcome Outlines support plan, how police can de-escalate and where responsibility lies The Don’t Shoot Coalition, a coalition of approximately 50 local organizations formed in the wake of the police shooting of Michael Brown, announced its plans in response to the anticipated Grand Jury announcement concerning possible criminal charges against Officer Darren Wilson. The coalition has been engaged in significant efforts with numerous community groups and leaders to plan for the anticipated announcement. “If Officer Wilson is not indicted, we will do our part to try to de-escalate violence without de-escalating action” said Don’t Shoot co-chair Michael T. McPhearson, executive director of Veterans For Peace. “We are providing a number of supports to promote a peaceful response, but nothing will make a difference unless the police do their part by giving protesters adequate space. That’s the key to peaceful outcomes.” In an effort to ensure community members are able to exercise their constitutional right to assemble in a safe and intimidation-free environment, Don’t Shoot members are attempting to negotiate three key elements to a safe police response. First, to come to agreement on rules of engagement for all involved police agencies to foremost value the safety of those protesting, including a de-militarized response (no armored vehicles, rubber bullets, rifles or tear gas).  Second, to provide advance public notice of the date of the announcement of the Grand Jury’s decision so groups can prepare and direct people to productive actions. Finally, police must respect established sanctuary safe spaces as off-limits. Throughout the protests since the shooting death of unarmed teenager Michael Brown on August 9, escalation has largely resulted from an intrusive police presence. When police have given protesters space, and allowed for self-policing, the actions have remained peaceful. “For nearly three months protest leaders have maintained the peace, with the only real incidents of conflict resulting solely from police engagement,” said Montague Simmons, chair Organization for Black Struggle. “If we see violence, make no mistake, the responsibility for it lies with law enforcement,” said organizer and Don’t Shoot member Damon Davis. “Since the day they left Michael Brown’s body in the street for more than four hours, the government has failed to answer the cries of the public time and again. There has been no accountability or transparency. It’s wrong to show that kind of the disregard for people’s feelings and people react.” In addition to negotiating the conditions of response to any uprisings, the Don’t Shoot Coalition is involved with providing an array of supports to protesters including jail support, trained de-escalators, safe spaces for conversation and counseling in area faith institutions. Coalition members will also show dissent in the historic tradition of, nonviolent direct action, as advocated by civil and human rights leaders around the world, including Mahatma Gandhi and Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Coalition groups will take action throughout the St. Louis area as an effective non-violent means to advocate for change and encourage people in the region to participate. “There will be plenty of ways for people to join us in peaceful protest,” said Don’t Shoot co-chair and Advancement Project Senior Attorney Denise Lieberman. “This is an opportunity for everyone in the region to come together in our commitment to justice.” <Source>   These people are not about justice or they would let the justice system play out without trying to influence the outcome. From what has been released, it appears that the thug Michael Brown, coming from a previous strong-arm robbery, assaulted a police officer and lost his life in the process. Had the officer not been white and had the media been more circumspect about providing coverage to known race-baiters and agitators, there would have been no rioting, looting, and destruction of private property. How about an alternate scenario for anyone looting or engaging in arson – they are shot on sight! As for the presence of up-armored vehicles and military-style weapons – don’t plan to riot and there would be no need to provide an enhanced police presence to contain those socialist and communist agitators that want to foment violence to attract additional media presence. Bottom line … It appears we are dealing with the socialists and communists who have infiltrated the progressive socialist democrat party, the unions, and the environmental and social justice groups. I am just hoping that an innocent Darren Wilson is not forced through a trial for the purposes of political expediency. Especially since his life as he knew it is over – courtesy of race-baiters and media whores like Al Sharpton. -- steve