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I've attended one protest in my life, more as a favor than by choice. A friend came to visit me in NYC and he wanted to go. We were sandwiched between people and moving at a snail's pace. I had a mild panic attack. Not a fan of large crowds and slow walking. I had an immediate need to flee and he had to help me out of the crowd. And I bailed on AIDS Walk for a similar reason. Sandwiched in a crowd, slow walking. I think this combo is my idea of limbo. Not quite a circle in hell but far, far from heaven.
So, I'm a wuss. With an aversion to the gathered masses. I wouldn't go to Woodstock and I probably won't attend a no on hate protest, though I love the idea and I'll try to find other ways to have my say. To all those who gather, kudos and good luck! Fight hard, and be safe.
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