critical mass ride for the inauguration DC
01-09-05, 04:04 PM
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Originally Posted by velogirl
I'm telecommuting that day.
01-09-05, 08:03 PM
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Originally Posted by velogirl
I'm telecommuting that day.
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01-10-05, 08:08 AM
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Originally Posted by velogirl
I'm telecommuting that day.
01-10-05, 09:51 AM
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Originally Posted by balto charlie
you have to commute. We need an eye witness to report back. Take you camera
By the way, I understand that Federal employees in DC get that day off.
01-10-05, 11:07 AM
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I don't think CM is good for cycling. In addition, if I had the time I'd be attending an Inauguration party instead of protesting one.
So, have fun with the usual psychodrama on wheels.
So, have fun with the usual psychodrama on wheels.
01-10-05, 11:18 AM
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Originally Posted by balto charlie
you have to commute. We need an eye witness to report back. Take you camera
01-10-05, 12:54 PM
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Expecting some trouble...??
01-10-05, 12:55 PM
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Originally Posted by velogirl
I'm telecommuting that day.
I worked in DC for quite a while, saw a few presidential
parades and like it or not, the secret service does not play
games, nor will the capitol police or DC police on that particular
day.
The whole premise of CM has been lost in the party atmosphere
and the outlandish behaviour of its participants, it draws attention
to itself and not the real issues.
Marty
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01-10-05, 01:08 PM
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Originally Posted by Merriwether
I don't think CM is good for cycling. In addition, if I had the time I'd be attending an Inauguration party instead of protesting one.
So, have fun with the usual psychodrama on wheels.
So, have fun with the usual psychodrama on wheels.
01-10-05, 01:47 PM
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Originally Posted by Roody
Mybe we will see naked CMers at the inaugaration?
01-10-05, 01:59 PM
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Originally Posted by ehenz
Yes, we are all going to be naked. I received an e-mail saying that clothed cyclist are welcomed but being nude for the CM is important. I plan on just wearing a speedo. I hope to see everyone there. We (bikeforum members) should do a meeet up if possible, any takers?
01-10-05, 02:02 PM
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Originally Posted by velogirl
okay, okay, I'll do my best. Too bad I don't have one of those helmet cams. That would be cool.
By the way, I understand that Federal employees in DC get that day off.
By the way, I understand that Federal employees in DC get that day off.
01-10-05, 02:08 PM
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Originally Posted by balto charlie
A speedo ain't naked
01-10-05, 03:37 PM
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Originally Posted by balto charlie
Gald to hear you'll be our witness. Yes the Feds have off that day. I wanted to work but they won't let me. So I guess I'll "have" to play.
Unless, of course, you will be taking the whole week off, given that you have Monday off, too, and thus will be on the beaches of Key West...
01-10-05, 08:33 PM
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Originally Posted by velogirl
Well, Charlie, if you have off (I don't), why don't YOU come down and be the witness and I'll telecommute? I'll get more work done that way, and maybe take off for a ride through the peaceful (well, sortof) trails of Prince Georges County. I need a change of scenery.
Unless, of course, you will be taking the whole week off, given that you have Monday off, too, and thus will be on the beaches of Key West...
Unless, of course, you will be taking the whole week off, given that you have Monday off, too, and thus will be on the beaches of Key West...
Though the beaches do sound nice, especially 'brokens' Maui suggestion.
You can get more work done at home!! i could never do it. I would be tempted to do everything but work. Fiddle with my bikes, eat food, music, food, read, food...can't do it.
01-11-05, 07:48 PM
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Originally Posted by velogirl
hmmmm...I do not like CM at all. I also do not like big parties for civil-liberties-stealing vote-supressing idiotic oil magnates from Texas. The public spaces on the Mall are already being fenced off--so much for "public" spaces. And I don't think I would like to be arrested (but I've never tried it); I just want to ride my bike to work.
Sounds like it'll be a long and interesting commute that day. Thanks for the heads-up.
Sounds like it'll be a long and interesting commute that day. Thanks for the heads-up.
01-11-05, 08:29 PM
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Look, I'd love to see as many turn out in protest of the coronation as possible. But I don't think that CM is going to be let anywhere near where the action is.
Having said that: the cash strapped, primarily Democrat local govt. in DC has been asked to foot the bill for all the extra security. People there should complain to their representatives in congress - oops, they don't have any! Maybe a lot of city workers will get sick, who knows?
Also in the news: Participants in the festivities will not be allowed to go to the bathroom except when escorted by security goons. Marchers past the reviewing stand have been told not to look directly at our exalted leader and to refrain from sudden motions....
There is a movement afoot to have people turn their backs to chimpee as he passes....
Having said that: the cash strapped, primarily Democrat local govt. in DC has been asked to foot the bill for all the extra security. People there should complain to their representatives in congress - oops, they don't have any! Maybe a lot of city workers will get sick, who knows?
Also in the news: Participants in the festivities will not be allowed to go to the bathroom except when escorted by security goons. Marchers past the reviewing stand have been told not to look directly at our exalted leader and to refrain from sudden motions....
There is a movement afoot to have people turn their backs to chimpee as he passes....
01-12-05, 12:28 AM
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My feelings about forcing the financially strapped DC government to pay for something that is not their responsiblity...Don't do it..The arrogrance is stiffling..
01-12-05, 02:09 AM
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So what would you be protesting? Democracy in America? GWB, whether you like it or not, won the election and the inauguration is a celebration of democracy in America. I won't be protesting Barbara Boxer being reelected. I had my protest at the ballot box. You don't get your way all the time, learn to live with it graciously, it will serve you in the long run.
01-12-05, 07:18 AM
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Originally Posted by balto charlie
Take me with ya
01-12-05, 08:24 AM
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Originally Posted by qmsdc15
Hey Charlie, Whitetail should be in great conditions by next thursday. I'll buy your lift ticket if you drive me there. I'm in northern Prince Georgia.
