The Success and Meaning of November 17

While I must be brief for now, it is clear the Occupy and workers' movements achieved a major success two days ago in their actions in New York and across America. Far from being intimidated by the forcible eviction from Liberty Square, protestors metastasized and grew stronger than ever. Below is what the protestors themselves wrote.


via OccupyWallSt.org --

Tens of thousands took action Thursday, November 17 to demand that our political system serve all of us — not just the wealthy and powerful. The NYPD [New York Police Department] estimated tonight’s crowd at 32,500 people, at the culmination of the day of action. Thousands more also mobilized in at least 30 cities across the United States. Demonstrations were also held in cities around the world.

"Our political system should serve all of us — not just the very rich and powerful. Right now Wall Street owns Washington," said participant Beka Economopoulos. "We are the 99% and we are here to reclaim our democracy."