Things I consider coordinating the nightly BLM DA's: head still spinning a bit from yesterday (yay PTSD & whiplash!), but a thread about what I do throughout an action. I have networks that allow me to do lot at once, but ANYTHING that you can take initiative on helps. #DefendPDX
About 15 minutes before the stated march time, I check the crowd. Do I think we'll have at least 100-150 people by then? If I'm doubtful, I ask the crowd how they feel about waiting another 15 minutes. This makes waiting INTENTIONAL and less anxious.
Also 15 minutes out, I check in with the motorcade and any bikes present to come forward. Some nights it's strong and already has a route, other times it's sparce and you need to throw something together. In general: avoid overpasses, and neighborhood streets are smarter.
Get a few marchers who know the way and make sure they're at the front. About ten minutes from march time, give a 10 minute warning so aid can pack up.
Alright that's all for now, more later
Alright that's all for now, more later
Take stock of shields and how geared people are. If there's a strong shield line, we can push and hold effectively. If there aren't many shields or it is a light night, talk about adapting and focusing on evasion of the police and yanking them around all night.
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