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The beauty of a Tea Party in San Francisco is that this is home turf for Pelosi, Boxer and Feinstein.  It makes a real impact if their own home town makes a showing against the policies these three gals advance.  Here’s the latest news.

SAN FRANCISCO TEA PARTY UPDATE

1.  VENUE

  • The San Francisco Tea Party will take place at Union Square on April 15th from 4 pm until 7 pm.
  • I suggest arriving before 4:00.  Some folks are even making a day of it with shopping and lunch, followed by TEA, of course.

  • If anyone has any doubt as to the significance of a Tea Party in San Francisco, just remind them that Speaker Pelosi “represents” this district.  Given the close ties between socialism and San Fran, the more we have, the more noise we make, the stronger our message.  Spread the word and bring your friends.  Make an effort to stop by after work–we arranged the time this year to accommodate working tea partiers.   Don’t ever think YOU won’t make a difference.  EVERY BODY COUNTS!

2.  SPEAKERS AND GUESTS

  • Political Satirist, Eric Golub, will entertain us with his keen sense of humor and believe me, we could all use some humor right now.
  • Officer Vic from KSFO will join us as well!
  • Melanie Morgan, former KSFO talk radio host and patriot extraordinaire, who was with us last year, will rally with us again! She’s baaack!
  • ALL of YOU will have time to step up to the astroturf and take to the mic!
  • Lukas Hansen will sing the Star Spangled Banner and Celestial City, from the GroupaPalooza, will also entertain us with their sublime voices.  

3. THEME

  • One Year Later…Are you better off?
  • All of the usual: limited govt, lower taxes, individual liberty, free markets, fiscal responsibility and NO to ObamaCare!
  • No inappropriate signage–stick to the message.  No matter how much you personally might want to focus on O’s birth certificate or his fascist tendencies, this is not the event for that and, as experience has shown, the press will only focus on the one or two signs like that and miss the point of the protest completely.  We will ask you to leave or put down your sign if you show up off topic or with inappropriate signage.

4.  TRANSPORTATION

  • Union square is accessible by BART.
  • You can take the Ferry from the North Bay and then walk about 10-15 minutes or take BART.
  • Drive and Park:
    • Union Square Garage

333 Post Street (between Powell and Stockton, entrance on Geary). 397-0631.

Underneath Union Square and can take elevator right up to the event.

($3.50 up to 1 hr; $7.00 for 1-2 hrs; $10.50 for 2-3 hrs; $14 for 3-4 hrs; $18 for 4-5 hrs; $22 for 5-6 hrs).

  • Sutter Stockton Garage

444 Stockton Street

($3.00 up to 1 hr; $6 for 1-2 hrs; $9 for 2-3 hrs; $12 for 3-4 hrs; $15 for 4-5 hrs; $18 for 5- 6 hrs).

  • Try to carpool! I know the parking is an added cost, but it costs money to be in Pelosi’s hometown.  Some tea parties are requiring hefty donations so it could be worse! If you REALLY want to come and cannot afford it, please let me know and we’ll try to help by either finding you a ride or helping you with a contribution.

5.  TEE SHIRTS

Please wear your BAP T-shirts not only to show solidarity but to help us control and identify infiltrators.  You can also wear your own red T-shirt.  If you want a BAP T, but cannot afford one, let me know. Why red?  We’re taking the country back and we’re taking red back…away from the socialist and ACORN!

Tees will be on sale at the event, but I strongly suggest you pre-order. They sell out fast!

If you want to pre-order, send an email to me at [email protected], put Tee in the subject heading, give me your name, the quantity and sizes (S, M, L, XL and XXL).  Order early so I can order more if necessary.  Cost: $15 per Tee.

6.  WHAT TO BRING

–BAP or other red T-shirt.

–A video camera if you can.  [Bookworm speaking:  We know from the protest in Washington that everything needs to be documented to prevent slander.]

–Great, witty, poignant, respectful signage.

–A sense of humor.

–A love of country.

7.  BATHROOMS

There are no bathrooms in the square, BUT, there are some great ones conveniently located in the following locations:

Macy’s: Enter Macy’s main entrance on Geary and proceed to elevators.  Go 2 floors down.  You are in the food court.  It’s behind Ben ‘n Jerry’s.

Saks:  Enter Saks on the corner of Post and Powell.  Take elevators to 3rd floor and make a left.

Westfield Center: This is much further but if you feel like a good stroll, go down Powell and cross Market.  Downstairs in the food court.

8.  HANDICAPPED/ADA ACCESS

There is ADA access on all the corners except Geary and Stockton.

9.  ENTRANCE AND T-SHIRT PICK UP

Try to enter on Powell Street.  Look for the big KSFO tent. We will be there!

10.  CANDIDATES

Candidates! Bring Your Own Table and set up your campaign literature/interface with attendees–free of charge!  You must RSVP to me and receive confirmation from me in order to set up your table. We only have a certain amount of space, so I will take names in the order received and will let you know if you can set up the table.  Tables must be no larger than 4 feet…and I recommend bringing a light one that is easy for you to carry.

11.  RESET 2010

If you have RESET 2010 merchandise, wear it! The upshot of this tea party is “No, you are not better off!  The solution is to Reset the Congress in 2010!!”  If you are interested in purchasing RESET 2010 merchandise, there will be a table at the event.   You can pre-order by contacting [email protected].

It sounds like it will be a wonderful and inspiring event, and I greatly regret that I cannot be there.

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