Trump putting the Squeeze on Protest
National Park Service Proposes Severe Restrictions On Protests In Washington, DC
By Kevin Zeese and Margaret Flowers. The National Park Service has proposed major changes in rules for protests in Washington, DC that would severely undermine constitutionally protected First Amendment rights. These restrictions would undermine hard one victories for Freedom of Speech and the Right of Assembly in Washington, DC. We need people to take action now to comment on these proposals. In an administrative proceeding like this the evidence in the case comes from the record of public comments. Therefore we need you to write comments that reflect on the… -more-
My testimony:
Comment:
I am a strong supporter of the First Amendment of the US Constitution — freedom of speech, assembly, and the right to petition government for the redress of grievances I oppose rules that restrict or charge a fee to exercise our rights in Washington DC, the heart of US government. Public sidewalks and parks are classic examples of where free speech should be respected and preserved to protest government policies.The National Park Service (NPS) should not be in the business of restricting or putting a burden on citizens exercising their 1st amendment rights. Stick to keeping our National parks open and accessible to all. Keep the White House sidewalk and nearby parks and malls open for peaceful 1st amendment protest rights.
Thank you.
Jim Albertini
