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Get Political in New York...Who Needs The DNC?!
Across the country, in Colorado, where the beer flows from those beautiful mountains, a little political get-together is happening. I think it's called the Democratic National Convention? It may be a big deal, but in true politically competitive fashion (you see that shirt???), all eyes back on New York, please. Stay put and get political in your own backyard.
First Amendment Rally
Because it all really starts with the First Amendment, doesn’t it? This is probably the “nicest” looking rally/protest I’ve seen in Union Square, though I’m sure the dirty angry hippies are nearby and just excluded from this particular shot.
Washington Square Park
Mac Dougal St & Washington Square S, Manhattan, NY 10003
Nearby crepe stand, skateboarders, drugs, big arch, chess players—you name it, Washington Square Park has got it! Oh yeah, and the occasional rally. The village was at the heart of many a political cause in its day, and though it has lost some of its lackluster (I’m looking at you NYUers), you can still kick it democratically.
Nearby crepe stand, skateboarders, drugs, big arch, chess players—you name it, Washington Square Park has got it! Oh yeah, and the occasional rally. The village was at the heart of many a political cause in its day, and though it has lost some of its lackluster (I’m looking at you NYUers), you can still kick it democratically.
Union Square
33 East 17th Street New York, NY 10003
Maybe I’m just annoyed because I have to traipse through all the protesters to get to my beloved farmer’s market, but Union Square wins for most obnoxious protest central. But perhaps that means they’re really accomplishing something here? Good times.
Central Park
5th Ave & 59th St, Manhattan, NY 10024
Historically, it has been difficult to get permission to hold protests in precious Central Park. Bloomberg was effectively booed by tons of peeps when he refused to approve an anti-war protest in 2004. Is it because Central Park can be tourist-central? Is it too pristine to dirty up with politics? Someone should do the ironic thing and protest the forbidding of protests.
Historically, it has been difficult to get permission to hold protests in precious Central Park. Bloomberg was effectively booed by tons of peeps when he refused to approve an anti-war protest in 2004. Is it because Central Park can be tourist-central? Is it too pristine to dirty up with politics? Someone should do the ironic thing and protest the forbidding of protests.
The Irish Rogue Pub & Restaurant Inc
356 W 44th St, New York, NY 10036
Sponsored by Act Now, THURSDAY (8/28 7pm) will see the Denver watch party—feel like you’re really there! It’s a shame it’s not on Ladies Night Tuesdays…
Sponsored by Act Now, THURSDAY (8/28 7pm) will see the Denver watch party—feel like you’re really there! It’s a shame it’s not on Ladies Night Tuesdays…
The Tank
87 Lafayette Street New York, NY 10013
OMG tonight tonight at the Tank! 8/26, 6pm. The words “open mike” always scare me because, in my mind, they translate to “this is going to suck. hard,” but Tuesday will be different: “Wishes for the Next Administration.” Okay, so it’s a complaint fest? Whatever, there’s FREE beer!
Judson Memorial Church
Arcade Fire played here…it’s gotta be cool!
Judson Memorial Church
239 Thompson St, New York, NY 10012
“Where are we now?” is the subject of the open discussion to be held September 3 at 6:30pm. Wow, where ARE we indeed! Going to church for a politically-charged talk and it’s BYOB? Only in New York, my friends.
“Where are we now?” is the subject of the open discussion to be held September 3 at 6:30pm. Wow, where ARE we indeed! Going to church for a politically-charged talk and it’s BYOB? Only in New York, my friends.
Time Warner Center
10 Columbus Cir, New York, NY 10019
Again with the interesting place/people combos: the NYC Atheists will be manning a table outside Time Warner Center (which is essentially, you know, a mall) to throw in their non-believing two cents. God forbid! Or forbid God, rather. This might be worth checking out just for the “Voter’s Guide” they’ll be handing out. Don’t all the candidates ALWAYS believe in God? What to do if you’re an Atheist? Conundrum!
Again with the interesting place/people combos: the NYC Atheists will be manning a table outside Time Warner Center (which is essentially, you know, a mall) to throw in their non-believing two cents. God forbid! Or forbid God, rather. This might be worth checking out just for the “Voter’s Guide” they’ll be handing out. Don’t all the candidates ALWAYS believe in God? What to do if you’re an Atheist? Conundrum!
"Cute Ass!"
It sounds like the making of an SNL skit: people call Andrew Jackson a “jackass” and hence, a political party mascot is born. I demand a redesign!
Your Vote Counts!
...unless there are hanging chads involved.
Bluestockings Inc
172 Allen St, New York, NY 10002
I gotta represent my alma mater, Smith College, by including Manhattan’s own left-leaning, feminist bookstore. Forget the other bookstores that start with “B’s”! If you felt apathetic about the election and candidates upon entering, you won’t by the time you leave.
I gotta represent my alma mater, Smith College, by including Manhattan’s own left-leaning, feminist bookstore. Forget the other bookstores that start with “B’s”! If you felt apathetic about the election and candidates upon entering, you won’t by the time you leave.
Unoppressive Non-Imperialist Bargain Books
34 Carmine St, New York, NY 10014
It sounds all political and just the place to hit up in these times! However, this miniscule bookstore stocks more musical reads and a random assortment that you will have to dig through to find something political. But that name! It sounds so hardcore!
It sounds all political and just the place to hit up in these times! However, this miniscule bookstore stocks more musical reads and a random assortment that you will have to dig through to find something political. But that name! It sounds so hardcore!
Mmm, anarchists.
Vox Pop
1022 Cortelyou Rd, Brooklyn, NY 11218
A “coffee-house and bookstore hosting music and political events promoting social justice, and publishing the people’s voice.” Books! Coffee! Democracy! Yes, of course they serve fair-trade java and it feels like election season no matter what time of year it is. You may even meet your future hippy hubby here!
A “coffee-house and bookstore hosting music and political events promoting social justice, and publishing the people’s voice.” Books! Coffee! Democracy! Yes, of course they serve fair-trade java and it feels like election season no matter what time of year it is. You may even meet your future hippy hubby here!
Vote Vote Vote!
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