Nude protest held in Central Park

Grojlach · 02-08-2003, 08:01 AM

Nude protest held in Central Park

NEW YORK (Reuters) -- Protesters are trying a nude way to stir interest in the anti-war movement.
When U.S. demonstrators hit the streets to rally against a a military conflict in Iraq, they often grumble that too few Americans take notice.
So one group opted for an eye-catching alternative.
Just after dawn on Friday, roughly 30 women scurried into the heart of Central Park, splitting up into groups to avoid arousing police suspicion. Once they reached their destination, the Bethesda Fountain, they displayed their deep misgivings about war by disrobing amid a steady snowfall.
Lying down in shivering temperatures, the group of women -- students, executives and artists among them -- used their stark naked bodies to spell out the words "No Bush."
"I have never done anything remotely like this before, but I think it's incredibly cool," said Elizabeth Lorris Ritter, a 40-year-old activist housewife. "We're totally vulnerable out here, yet we're making a wonderful statement."
It didn't take long for a flock of nude women to attract attention. Central Park workers scrambled to break up the gathering, but by the time they arrived, the women were fully clothed.

'People don't realize it's about to happen'
Women have staged similar nude protests in this country, as well as in Europe and South Africa in recent months, said the event's organizer, Wendy Tremayne.
The women said they are frustrated that too many Americans have passively accepted war with Iraq as inevitable and unavoidable.
"Part of it is apathy," said Kate Heim, 25. "The other part is that people don't realize it's about to happen. It doesn't seem real."
Tremayne expressed disgust with what what she called a high-handed, go-it-alone U.S. approach in foreign policy.
"For me, it's been a growing embarrassment about being American that started before Bush," Tremayne said. "This event derives from the belief that people can do things, that people still care and can make a difference."

Source: CNN

The Hierophant · 02-08-2003, 08:49 AM

I LIKE their style! There is entirely not enough nudity making headlines these days!

And hey:

Quote:

Women have staged similar nude protests in this country, as well as in Europe and South Africa in recent months, said the event's organizer, Wendy Tremayne.

If these trends continue....AYE!!!!

You can always count on women to bring some element of lovin' back to politics. God bless 'em. Every one!

Iron_Ranger · 02-08-2003, 09:38 AM

...Why? What is the connection between war and nudity? Ive no problem with protests..But at least they should make sence..

'go-it-alone U.S. approach in foreign policy.'

EH?!? ..nevermind. Well all I can say is it does seem real to me, and at first a believed it was avoidable, if the Iraqis complied, but now..Nah, I dont think its avoidable.

02-08-2003, 10:36 AM

If girls want to get nekkid, Im all for it. Let them [img]smile.gif[/img] won't change anything war wise but hey, might make central park a nicer place to be

Edit: What? CNN doesn't have any photographers? Where's the piccies????

[ 02-08-2003, 10:37 AM: Message edited by: MagiK ]

Aelia Jusa · 02-08-2003, 04:43 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Iron_Ranger:
...Why? What is the connection between war and nudity? Ive no problem with protests..But at least they should make sence..

*cough* Ahh, I think it is the connection between 'Bush' and nudity... [img]graemlins/blush.gif[/img]

The Hierophant · 02-08-2003, 07:30 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Aelia Jusa:
*cough* Ahh, I think it is the connection between 'Bush' and nudity... [img]graemlins/blush.gif[/img]

Heh heh. Yeah, guess there must've been alot of shaven havens in Central Park that day

...sorry.
[img]smile.gif[/img]

Sir Taliesin · 02-08-2003, 11:20 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by The Hierophant:

Quote:
Originally posted by Aelia Jusa:
*cough* Ahh, I think it is the connection between 'Bush' and nudity... [img]graemlins/blush.gif[/img]

Heh heh. Yeah, guess there must've been alot of shaven havens in Central Park that day

...sorry.
[img]smile.gif[/img] [/QUOTE]ROTFLMAO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Davros · 02-09-2003, 01:25 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by Aelia Jusa:

Quote:
Originally posted by Iron_Ranger:
...Why? What is the connection between war and nudity? Ive no problem with protests..But at least they should make sence..

*cough* Ahh, I think it is the connection between 'Bush' and nudity... [img]graemlins/blush.gif[/img] [/QUOTE]I see from the front page of my paper there was an Australian nekkid protest as well - are you still on holidays Aelia [img]smile.gif[/img] - have you been travelling about at all

?

johnny · 02-09-2003, 02:54 PM

Why wasn't i informed about this ? After all, nude is my middle name.

Aelia Jusa · 02-09-2003, 07:21 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Davros:
I see from the front page of my paper there was an Australian nekkid protest as well - are you still on holidays Aelia [img]smile.gif[/img] - have you been travelling about at all ?

LOL [img]tongue.gif[/img]

Got your fridge magnet yet?

02-08-2003, 08:01 AM	#1
Grojlach Zartan Join Date: May 2, 2001 Location: Ulpia Noviomagus Batavorum Age: 43 Posts: 5,281	Nude protest held in Central Park NEW YORK (Reuters) -- Protesters are trying a nude way to stir interest in the anti-war movement. When U.S. demonstrators hit the streets to rally against a a military conflict in Iraq, they often grumble that too few Americans take notice. So one group opted for an eye-catching alternative. Just after dawn on Friday, roughly 30 women scurried into the heart of Central Park, splitting up into groups to avoid arousing police suspicion. Once they reached their destination, the Bethesda Fountain, they displayed their deep misgivings about war by disrobing amid a steady snowfall. Lying down in shivering temperatures, the group of women -- students, executives and artists among them -- used their stark naked bodies to spell out the words "No Bush." "I have never done anything remotely like this before, but I think it's incredibly cool," said Elizabeth Lorris Ritter, a 40-year-old activist housewife. "We're totally vulnerable out here, yet we're making a wonderful statement." It didn't take long for a flock of nude women to attract attention. Central Park workers scrambled to break up the gathering, but by the time they arrived, the women were fully clothed. 'People don't realize it's about to happen' Women have staged similar nude protests in this country, as well as in Europe and South Africa in recent months, said the event's organizer, Wendy Tremayne. The women said they are frustrated that too many Americans have passively accepted war with Iraq as inevitable and unavoidable. "Part of it is apathy," said Kate Heim, 25. "The other part is that people don't realize it's about to happen. It doesn't seem real." Tremayne expressed disgust with what what she called a high-handed, go-it-alone U.S. approach in foreign policy. "For me, it's been a growing embarrassment about being American that started before Bush," Tremayne said. "This event derives from the belief that people can do things, that people still care and can make a difference." Source: CNN __________________ [url]\"http://www.audioscrobbler.com/user/Grobbel/\" target=\"_blank\"> [img]\"http://www.denness.net/rpi/username/Grobbel\" alt=\" - \" /></a>

02-08-2003, 09:38 AM	#3
Iron_Ranger Symbol of Cyric Join Date: August 18, 2002 Location: Where Eagles Dare Age: 36 Posts: 1,391	...Why? What is the connection between war and nudity? Ive no problem with protests..But at least they should make sence.. 'go-it-alone U.S. approach in foreign policy.' EH?!? ..nevermind. Well all I can say is it does seem real to me, and at first a believed it was avoidable, if the Iraqis complied, but now..Nah, I dont think its avoidable. __________________ <br />[url]\"http://www.bratgirlcentral.com/cgi-bin/ouapforum/ikonboard/ikonboard.cgi\" target=\"_blank\">Once Upon A Paper</a><br />Living on a razors edge<br />Balancing on ledge<br />Living on a razors edge

02-09-2003, 02:54 PM	#9
johnny 40th Level Warrior Join Date: April 15, 2002 Location: Utrecht The Netherlands Age: 58 Posts: 16,981	Why wasn't i informed about this ? After all, nude is my middle name. __________________

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MagiK Guest Posts: n/a	If girls want to get nekkid, Im all for it. Let them [img]smile.gif[/img] won't change anything war wise but hey, might make central park a nicer place to be Edit: What? CNN doesn't have any photographers? Where's the piccies???? [ 02-08-2003, 10:37 AM: Message edited by: MagiK ]

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