Photo by Curry W. Smith
Thanks to Curry for sending at 12:37pm: “Buses carrying cops in riot gear, parked at New Jersey Ave NW and D St NW. Soon bound for the White House, I’m sure”
Protest
Photo by Sam Ward
From the District of Columbia National Guard:
“The District of Columbia National Guard investigation into the facts and circumstances surrounding the operational employment of DCNG helicopter assets in and around the District of Columbia on Monday June 1 is underway.
The investigation is looking into whether the aircraft in question flew at inappropriately low altitudes and whether they adhered to applicable safety standards and flying procedures while in flight. The investigation will also explore whether military medevac aircraft bearing the Red Cross emblem were improperly or inappropriately employed to support DCNG civil disturbance response operations. (more…)
Photo by Abby Dickes
Thanks to Abby for sending: “JRs on 17th [1519 17th St NW] has boxes of solidarity signs out for grabs! Small donation requested for those who can!” (more…)
Thanks to Kerry for sending yesterday (so there might not be any left): “Free Masks for BLM protestors, including kids!) in Bloomingdale/LeDroit near 2nd and V St. NW.”
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Photo by Joseph Mentzer
Yesterday we spoke about the bathroom situation (with some options in that link plus 9:30 Club) so this is a sight for many sore eyes. Thanks to Joseph for sending: “Restrooms for Protesters today! 7th & Constitution NW”
Photo by Doug Landry
Doug reports: “We’re set up with 2,320 pounds of ice (any other groups can come get some), free ice cold water and **three portapotties** at the corner of 16th and Eye, directly across from the AFL-CIO. Stop by!”
Have you seen any other locations? If so please let us know the locations. (more…)
Photo by Mary Ford
815 V Street, NW
Another huge resource to add to our list – 9:30 Club!! Thanks to all who passed on their tweet:
“We will be open 1-6pm tomorrow as a safe space for protesters heading to/from marches. We will have water, restrooms, basic first aid, hand sanitizer, and outlets for phone charging. 10 people will be allowed in at a time, and masks/social distancing are required.“
courtesy AArrow Sign Spinners
From an email:
“As a Black Owned Business, Interactive Outdoor Solutions, aka AArrow Sign Spinners, wanted to show support for DC’s Historically famous black owned business as well as a cause that is deep to our hearts. Ben’s Chili Bowl survived the ’68 riots by boarding up their store front and spray painting ” Black Owned” across the plywood as did Lee’s Florists right down the block. These two businesses survived the riots of 68 and then were just a few of the businesses in the U Street area as the area was extremely slow to redevelop following the riots.
Be on the lookout AArrow Sign Spinners will be posted about DC with these BLM signs!”
Photo by Arpita Upadhyaya
Thanks to Arpita for sharing:
“… an alternate reality …
Hundreds of military guards descended into DC on Wed evening in buses, marched by peaceful protesters and into the police enclosures around the White House. Surreal, chilling and shocking. What is the military doing in DC?” (more…)
From MPD:
“On Saturday, June 6, 2020, multiple First Amendment demonstrations are scheduled to occur in the District of Columbia. In conjunction with this event, there will be street closures and restrictions that motorists should take into consideration:
The following streets will be posted as Emergency No Parking for the demonstrations from 5:00 am to 11:59 pm: (more…)