Heightened terrorist threats, an open invitation to “tour” WHINSEC, and Father Roy’s absence, won’t stop tens of thousands of activists to converge on Fort Benning this weekend.
The AJC reports:
The Army Times is reporting exclusively that an anonymous note threatening a massacre similar to the Nov. 5 attack at Fort Hood, Texas, was discovered Thursday — along with a box of 20 hollow-point bullets — in a motor pool area at Columbus’ Fort Benning.
Heightened security is in place for the weekend. I’ve been to Fort Benning for the SOA Watch protests and I am unsure how they could “heighten” the security. With snipers on raised towers, armed guards surrounding the entrance, razor wire on the fencing, it’s already a fortress.
SOA Watch founder, Father Roy Bourgeious, is not expected to be on hand in Columbus this weekend due to the failing health of his 96-year old father. However, you can be sure that his presence will be felt with each marcher, puppeteer, and attendee.
More information about this weekend’s activities is on the jump.
Interview with Eric LeCompte, chief organizer with the School of the Americas Watch.
Schedule and details for this weekends vigil.
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