RALLY – BOSTON COMMON IN FRONT OF STATE HOUSE – BLACK RIBBON DAY – Rejection of Extremism, Intolerance, and Oppression

COME TO THE RALLY – AUGUST 23RD, 12 PM, BOSTON COMMON IN FRONT OF THE STATE HOUSE

Black Ribbon Day is an international day of remembrance for victims of totalitarian regimes, specifically Stalinism, communism, Nazism and fascism. It is observed on August 23rd and symbolizes the rejection of “extremism, intolerance and oppression.”

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 We are gathering on this day in commemoration of the millions of victims of such regimes. Totalitarian regimes always start the same way – free speech violations, media censorship, destruction of historic monuments – and always end in massive loss of human life. No totalitarian regime declares these goals at its outset. In fact, many of its early advocates often enter the movement with noble goals, lured by seductive slogans and claims of liberation. However, any movement that consolidates power within a ”chosen” few will inevitably create conditions that lead to the expropriation of private property, the banning of basic human rights and the ultimate elimination of its opponents.

 As refugees of Communist countries, we know firsthand the dangers of authoritarianism. We’ve seen how easily people can grow comfortable with surrendering their most basic rights. On this day, we want to warn our fellow Americans of the dangers of Communism.

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 Our peaceful rally will take place in Boston Common, in front of the State House on Sunday, August 23rd at 12 pm. Speakers will include representatives of different immigrant groups sharing their experiences of life under Communism and other totalitarian regimes.

This is being run by a private group out of the area and will feature great speakers.

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Masks will be required and social distancing observed 

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