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Subject: "V" as in Versus
November 11, 2006
http://www.givemeliberty.org/RTP2/UPDATES/Update2006-11-11.htm
“V” Meets The Secret Service
Accepted As The Vox Populi
On Monday, November 6, 2006, “V” visited security check points at
the White House, the main Treasury, IRS and Justice Department
Buildings and the Capitol. “V’s” purpose was to deliver the
People’s Petitions for Redress of Grievances relating to the
Government’s violations of the war powers, tax, privacy and money
clauses of the Constitution -- and to inform key Government
officials that at least 100 more “Vs” would be at their doorstep on
November 14th expecting a response to the Petitions.
At the White House about a dozen Secret Service agents appeared on
foot, bicycles and car to meet “V.” While virtuously assuring the
security of the state, they were curious about the image of “V” and
asked many questions. Most, when asked if they had seen the movie
“V for Vendetta”, smiled their approval.
When an agent asked if “V” would remove his mask for identification
purposes, “V” explained that would defeat the very purpose of the
mask, which was to give expression to the fact that the nation was
becoming a police state, that too many people were becoming afraid
to be identified as dissenters or protestors, and that this was not
in the long term interest of a free people. The agents accepted
the veracity of “V’s” message and refrained from veering “V” from
his vanguard visit as the vox populi.
Many law enforcement agents dutifully responded to the first
impression security concerns caused by “V’s” dramatic and startling
presence at the seat of governmental power. All but one who
confronted “V” were generally pleasant, professional and ultimately
respectful of the voraciously valued Rights of peaceful protest,
dissent and Petition that “V” was claiming and exercising.
Unfortunately, there was one agent who, either out of vanity, vice,
or emotional instability, believed his vows of service and badge
would vindicate his use of violence where clearly none was justified.
One Secret Service agent near the White House, even after he and
all the other agents had recognized that the toy daggers in “V”’s
belt were plastic and part of the costume, and despite the clearly
peaceful and non-threatening behavior of “V,” the officer
forcefully seized the plastic daggers from “V’s” belt.
After a bit of mental gymnastics between the agent and “V”, amid
the growing public spectacle and peer pressure from his fellow
officers (who voiced their agreement with “V’s” logic and assertion
of his Rights), “V” eventually prevailed over the vexed officer and
succeeded in securing the return of the toy daggers.
The crowd by the White House gates also included activist Cindy
Sheehan and her supporters who were demonstrating nearby and had
gathered to observe the incident between “V” and the Secret
Service. They let out a cheer as the SS agent stood down and
returned the plastic knives.
At “V’s” request, a Secret Service agent called up to the White
House to ask if someone would come to the gate to accept service of
the papers. After 20 minutes or so, word came to the gate house
that the papers should be mailed to the President. This was done
the next day.
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After departing from the White House, “V” walked around the White
House compound to the security checkpoint at the Treasury
Department. Treasury accepted service of the papers from “V”
without incident. Other than the agent at the security check point
who instructed “V” to use his phone to call the mail room, the only
other person to speak with “V” was Mr. Lynch from the mail room.
The IRS building is apparently still closed due to the flooding
experienced last summer. The agents at the security check point
informed “V” that the papers would have to be delivered to IRS at
500 North Capitol Street. Rather than do that, the papers were
mailed to the IRS Commissioner the next day.
At the Department of Justice several armed agents with “Homeland
Security” patches on their arms, as well as DOJ security personnel
met “V”. They too were very curious. There ensued another prolonged
face-to-mask exchange of news, information, affirmations and
assurances. Eventually, the officers determined that “V” and the
camera person were not violating the DC code dealing with the
wearing of masks on the streets of the city, or their refusal to
produce identification, and that they were not a security threat.
The protective security forces and agents from the DOJ arranged for
a Mr. Burroughs to accept service of the Petitions for Redress for
the agency.
Note: The most disturbing part of “V’s” interaction with the law
enforcement authorities at DOJ occurred when the Homeland Security
agent in charge asked “V” what was the purpose behind “V’s”
presence at DOJ. “V” began to explain the First Amendment freedoms
and the Right to Petition. Almost immediately the agent said, in
effect, “You’re pulling my leg. You are trying to pull a fast one.
I’m not falling for the garbage. I don’t want to hear it.” At that
point the agent phoned the DC police and learned that “V” was not
violating any municipal laws. After asking “V” where he was going
next, he told “V” he was free to go.
At the Cannon House Office Building, the agents of the Capitol
Police who were manning the security check point told “V” they were
instructed not to let him into the building. They said the papers
would have to be delivered to a “Pitney Bowes” facility at 119 D
Street. The papers were mailed the next day.
At the Hart Senate Office Building, the agents of the Capitol
Police said someone from Majority Leader Frist’s office would have
to come to the security check point to accept service of the
papers. “V” was given the phone number of Senator Frist’s office.
The young man who answered the phone said he was the only person
there and could not possibly leave the office. The papers were
mailed the next day.
As “V” and the videographer walked from one location to the next,
he met and conversed with many people. About half of the people
smiled; some said they had seen the movie. About half clearly did
not know what to make of “V” and avoided eye contact.
Some people were interested in conversing with “V,” including a
group of 6-10 college age young people who were waiting in a line
to tour the Capitol. During the conversation, “V” said he wanted to
quiz them on their knowledge of the Rights covered by the First
Amendment. “V” asked if they could name the five freedoms
guaranteed by the First Amendment. Two or three immediately said
“Speech.” After a moment or two one said, “Worship God.” “V”
restated that freedom for the young man. Then another said “Guns.”
“V” corrected him.
That was as far as the young people could go in answering the
question. “V” then engaged the young people in a discussion of all
five of the freedoms and the four outstanding Petitions for
Redress. The young people stayed with the conversation, expressing
an interest in learning more, until they had to move along in the
line.
All in all, Monday’s “dry run” was beneficial. All local and
federal law enforcement agencies in DC have now been introduced to
“V.” They now know that on November 14th there will be more than
100 “Vs” rallying at Lafayette Park and the Reflecting Pool and
marching from one rally to the other along the streets of DC,
stopping at various federal buildings to await a response to
certain Petitions for Redress.
All local and federal law enforcement agencies in DC now know the
purpose of these events is to show peaceful support for the First
Amendment Right to Petition Government for Redress of Grievances
and to give expression to the fact that too many Americans are
beginning to fear the Government and that that is unhealthy to the
longevity of a free people and our Republic.
All participants are asked to arrive at Lafayette Park between 11
and 11:30 am on the 14th. The event starts at NOON. The group will
wait up to 1 hour for a representative of President Bush to appear
and to tell the group when they might expect to receive a response
to the Petitions for Redress of Grievances.
If no such representative appears, the participants will move to
the front entrance of the Treasury Department where they will wait
up to ½ hour for a representative of Secretary Paulson to appear.
If no such representative appears, the group will move to the
Justice Department where they will wait up to ½ hour for a
representative of Attorney General Gonzales to appear. If no such
representative appears, the group will move to the Reflecting Pool
by the Capitol where they will wait up to 1 hour for a
representative of Speaker Hastert or Majority Leader Frist to appear..
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