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[edit] March 15, The Ides of March, Operation: PARTY HARD
NEW MARCH 15 WEBSITE! SPAM IT TO EVERYBODY March15.org
FIND YOUR LOCAL MARCH 15 PROTEST HERE
(Use this space to coordinate for March 15th protest ideas.)
First of all, congratulations on the epic win that was February 10th! We've got the attention of the Church of Scientology, as well as the international media. We've proven that we're serious, and that we should be taken seriously.
But we must not lose focus, and it is time to look towards our next major operation.
The Thirteenth of March carries special significance for many Scientologists; it is the birthday of their scion and savior, L Ron Hubbard. That Saturday, March 15th, the Church will hold its formal celebration of the legacy of Hubbard, and that is when we will strike next.
Anons, mark your calendars for March 15, 2008 at 2:00 PM for Operation: PARTY HARD
Anonymous will gather again at churches around the world, bearing delicious cakes and good cheer. We will then eat these cakes, as is our way. We will then make merry. (cakes or other food might be a bad idea - scifags dressed as anons could hand out poisoned food - note: do not accept cakes from anyone, nor give them. You can't be posioned if you're certain of the source, and you can't be accused thereof if you're not sharing.) We wish there to be no doubt about our seriousness in our intentions, and yet we also wish to show that we can be beings of kindness and compassion as well. We in no way wish to protest the beliefs of Scientology, or the Scientologists themselves. If they so wish, they are welcome to come out of their cages and make merry with us. The gifts we bear will be those of knowledge, reason, and free speech.
[edit] Focus of March 15th Protest
Those of us familiar with history and literature will know, the 15th, also called the Ides of March[6], marks the assassination of Julius Caesar... the day when a group of men, senators of Rome, whose job it was to act as Representatives of the People, rose up and vanquished the most powerful man in the world... this epic historical moment leads us to the theme of this protest, GOVERNMENT INVOLVEMENT.
- The aim of the March rallies will be on getting government involvement and support for Anonymous. The public support of congressman, senators, members of parliament, etc will provide a big boost to public and media attention, and increase our available leverage to accomplish the goals in our long term strategy against the CoS. Specifically and more immediately important, the revocation of the CoS's "Tax Exempt" status in many countries in the world.
- At the raidz, have a clear and focused message - delay the lulz until we have the serious stuff out of the way. Tell people how Scientology is the exact opposite of religion. Tell people about the crimes, deaths, family tragedies, bankrupted followers. Read out Jenna Miscavige Hill's courageous letter. (Then lighten the mood with some lulz about Xenu and that asshole Hubbard. It's OK to insult him because he is dead).
- Instead of just picketing CoS buildings, GO TO WHERE THE PEOPLE ARE! Sorry for shouting but this cannot be emphasized enough - march from the CoS to the middle of the city where there are crowds. Get permits to play music to attract people. Hire PA equipment and make speeches! Then march to the nearest Government/tax/federal attorney's Office and make yourself heard.
- Tell any free thinking person who doesn't like what they are hearing about the CoS can make a difference by contacting and writing to elected representatives. Tell them who to send their letters to. See Tax Exemption for more information and tips for this ongoing campaign.
- Many anon will have learnt from the experience of Feb 10 about what works and what is fail. Apply this to make your local raid a win (see lessons learned below).
- Business Card project for Scientologists themselves: Safe, no mention of anon, sends them to a website: http://leavescientology.blogspot.com that has no mention of anon, says FOR DISTRIBUTION TO ANY SCIENTOLOGIST so can also work like a viral campaign. NEEDS PRINTERS IN EVERY CITY: http://forums.enturbulation.org/viewtopic.php?f=7&t=4494
[edit] Wear a White Rose - spread the word
Please wear a white rose on March 15th if you can. Symbolic of our solidarity and peaceful methods, and as a mark of respect for Shawn Lonsdale. Also a historical reference to the German non-violent resistance group.
Spread the word to all anon.
[edit] LESSONS LEARNED FROM FEB 10
Don't forget what we learned from February 10th, and use those lessons to make March 15th an even greater win!
DO's:
- Many areas require protest permits. Make sure multiple people have permits to increase the odds that one of the protesters that shows up will possess one.
- Bring lots of signs! if you're good at making signs, bring a few, so those who forgot can hold something. Make sure the writing on the signs is easy to read from passing cars.
- Wear proper attire. If it's cold, be sure to bring lots of warm clothes. Hot chocolate and/or snacks. If it's sunny, bring sunscreen and a hat. Think ahead. Sunburn /frostbite is no fun.
- Bring lots of fliers if the weather is good. If it's 50 below, don't bother as pedestrian traffic will likely be minimal.
- Bring batteries, food, and water. You will get tired, hungry and thirsty, also it's a hassle to run to a store to get batteries when something epic is going to happen.
- Consider a mask alternative, as masks got hot and stuffy. Bandannas / sunglasses are another option (at least bring them "just in case") Lead paint protective masks work great for the cold.
- Bring a Nintendo DS for pictochat cross team communication and organization. Please keep irrelevant material off the channels.
- If it helps, delegate out who brings what in your group if you can. Bigger backpacks carry moar food.
Dont's:
- Hate signs were not accepted in most cities. "Honk if you hate Scientology" signs were often removed. Instead try replacing the word "hate" with "disapprove".
- For the love of God, don't bring weapons, plastic or otherwise. I cant believe a torontofag tried bringing a plastic AK-47, but he was made to leave by the police. Retard.
- Don't restrict traffic, walk in roads, vandalize property, etc. Wasn't a big problem on 2/10, but its good to keep it in mind. This includes going up to the co$ windows and peering in at the people inside. Lots of lulz, but they can use it as grounds to break up the /r/aid.
- Litter. If you drop fliers, pick them up. Nobody wants to have to clean after your mess. Police will be a LOT more receptive if we have a reputation for keeping our protests clean.
- Blocking the sidewalk or drivers views is a bad idea. We had a lot of problems with drivers not being able to see around us. We don't want to cause accidents, we want to raise awareness. Make sure that at any time a pedestrian can walk from one corner to another without being jostled.
- Meme abuse. There is a long list of chants, etc. as suggestions. Repeating the same chant / meme every 10 mins does not look very profesional
^Edited to one list of do's and dont's instead of seperate lists for each city in the interests of keeping it clean and easy to read.
[edit] Increasing Turnout
GET SOME FRIENDS TO COME WITH YOU
Value is numbers people. Some fags may not have many friends, so if you're one of those fags, try printing some flyers up and sticking them somewhere, but not in people's mailboxes, with information about Scientology, and details on the raid. Be professional, most people don't know what a rickroll is ffs.
NOT JUST FRIENDS - FAMILY, COLLEAGUES... FRIENDS
This campaign is working because this is an issue that everyone agrees on. Do your parents or siblings know about the cult? If you explain the truly unique and revolutionary campaign you're involved - and explain the the murderous, free-speech suppressing, litigious organisation you're fighting - a lot of 'older' people will be inspired. It will surprise you how many people will be invigorated by this movement or some aspect of it. TELL EVERYBODY YOU KNOW. If you can't get to an org, organise a protest in your own town. PEOPLE WILL JOIN YOU. DON'T UNDERESTIMATE THIS.
While the turnout was better than anything we could have hoped for, a lot of anons have commented that they were disappointed with there being low turnouts in several cities, and at any rate we of course must work hard to better our turnout for the Ides.
I've had the opportunity to volunteer as a ground-worker with a number of political campaigns, and the keys to getting out our message and cranking up support are twofold:
- Organization and Communication - "Grass roots" campaigns work... this is a fact... now, obviously there are some strategies we can't use effectively, case in point going door to door (people in suits and masks knocking on doors = creepy as shit), and running ads is neither feasible nor effective. It is vital that we get our message out there, and more importantly make a positive, lasting impression on those we're communicating with.
- A reasonable compromise has been suggested by some of the IRC organizers: Mass mailing--- Many companies offer services to send large numbers of small, simple mailers to addresses in your area. If you can contact one (and can afford it) send out a large stock of simple, postcard sized mailers or pamphlets summarizing our efforts, raising awareness of Church crimes, or advertising the March 15th protest.
- Alert Christian groups and other religious organizations in your area about Scientology's view on their religion - being falsehoods, lies, etc. Support from these organizations gives us greater turnout and possibly greater resources. Additionally, mainstream religions protesting alongside us makes us look less like a bunch of internet freaks and gives us a measure of credibility. It also increases the chances we will be given greater media coverage.
- Also, when recruiting members of other religions, mention that Scifags believe all other religions where planted in peoples heads by Xenu, at least one member of a local church actually considers this shit a crusade.
THE RAIDS HAVE TO BE PEACEFUL. ABOVE ALL ELSE, PEACEFUL
In regards to notifying other organized religions: This is actually something I had discussed with the group I operate out of. We had decided that getting other religious groups involved would be to our benefit as it achieve four things:
1) Hopefully, with any luck, these groups will cleave to us, and voice thier opinions in more mainstream methods not currently available to a faceless mass. 2) Will bring us more media coverage, as we all know that a group of pissed of *insert religious group here* grabs the media spotlight like a whore clutching a co... 3) Remove the stigmatism that we are simply bashing a religion. How can we be religious fascists, if we work well with other organized religions? 4) Show we are, in fact, a peaceful group with a genuine concern for our fellow man.
And I know I said only 4 things, but there is a 5th, but it goes without saying.
5) Generate epic win and massive lulz.
Given all this, we have made plans to get into contact with the various relgious leaders in our area and discuss with them Co$'s nature, the human rights violations, and the threat they pose to other religions. Once we have our mailer packet laid out completely, we will find a method to host it online for others to put to use.
[edit] Counter-Propaganda/Flyers
Use March15.org as the focal point for posters and other copypasta traffic, the site has been designed specifically with the passer-bys in mind.
Place your flyers advertising March 15th in Posters, that we might bask in their artsy glory!
Some high quality March 15th posters HERE.
Also, there is a list of chants, songs, etc. Slogans
http://www.sendspace.com/file/xt6hac - This is a rar file full of flyers that were used on february 10. (check out scio1s1s.png and scam.pdf, as well as others)
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I have developed a template flyer for March 15. http://www.mediafire.com/download.php?0eimzt4yvsj
Just download, fill in your organizer's contact information and print.
[edit] Protest Locations
Since the Ides raid is focusing on government involvement, government offices should be considered for possible protest locations, though Scientology Churches still remain the primary targets.
- Right, CHURCHES. So the tiny "missions" (liek, two room offices) should be considered secondary to places like city halls or state capitols, amirite?
- Correct, remember the point is not to let scientology know that we disagreee with them; they understood that on 2/10. The purpose of PARTYHARD is to garner public support and force legislation revoking the tax-exempt status of Co$.
[edit] Planned Raids
ATTENTION: PLEASE READ THE DECENTRALISATION PROGRAM BEFORE CREATING NEW LOCAL-RAID PAGES.
Coordination efforts for your location should go here:
These pages should be moved to under the above link, in an effort to use pages already created and reduce the messload of clutter...
PLEASE CREATE SUBPAGES IN A UNIFORM MATTER, SO AS TO MAKE THEM EASIER TO CLEAN UP. WE DON'T NEED 30 DIFFERENT WAYS OF NAMING ARTICLES AND CATEGORIES
[edit] SAINT FAGTRICKS DAY, Other Protests
The Catholic Church has declared that this year St. Patrick's Day falls on the fifteenth of March instead of the 17th. THIS IS NOT A SETBACK FOR ANONYMOUS, no matter how many Anons are now bitching about needing to change the date. Several Scientology centers around the country and across the world are located on major thoroughfares and are likely to be passed by the inevitable parades, meaning that we might get some free and totally inadvertent media coverage, not to mention plenty of merrymakers and drunks on the street to whom we can hand out flyers. Plus: is it possible that some Anons might infiltrate the St. Patrick's Day parades? We will not be denied attention, no matter what Emperor Palpatine Pope Benedict says.
- HUGE HUGE HUGE PROTIP: Instead of telling the Jesus/Pedo story outright, hand out leaflets and fliers to people with LINKS to the Fishman Affidavit and other sources. Tell people the the Church of Scientology is NOT compatible with other religions and its bait and switch strategy leads MANY people to forsake their original religion. hand them the info and links; time-delayed lulz will ensue with catholics discovering this info and disseminating it within their circles after the 15th.
- Focus on the lie that you can be a Scientologist and Catholic. Going to Auditing is worshiping a False idol. Also applies to those who are jewish. Write your Bishop or Rabbi and ask them to address this church or temple.
[edit] Stop the War protests
Stop The War activists are holding major protests on the fifteenth in some locations. Be more interesting than them for the cameras.
We need to stay on target nonetheless. Many protests fail because every one with a sign shows up and waters down the stuff with multiple messages (like peta). We don't want anything but one clear message in one united voice.
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