Philly residents on trial for standing up to predatory casinos

http://CasinoFreePhila.org/ontrial

Fourteen Philly residents -- ranging in age from 24 to 72 and including several grandparents and two members of the clergy, public school teachers, and life-long Philadelphians -- lined the entrance to the SugarHouse casino site on the Delaware river and refused to move. They were promptly arrested and held for more than 12 hours.

They were arrested for speaking with their bodies, saying, "We will bankrupt casinos before they bankrupt us."

Now, they need your help.

On Tuesday, Feb. 16, 2010, these individuals will stand before a judge and defend their First Amendment rights. Please attend the trial to demonstrate your support for these courageous individuals and for a city free from the predatory gambling industry.

HELP SUPPORT YOUR NEIGHBORS

Tuesday, Feb. 16, 9:00 AM
Meet at Arch Street United Methodist Church
Broad and Arch Streets, Philadelphia

We'll rally, unite and march to the courthouse together!

For more information or to make a contribution to the legal defense fund, please visit http://www.CasinoFreePhila.org or call (215) 238-1711

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