Reminder: Star Tribune protest, Feb. 5, 4 p.m.

Dear friends and family of dismissed Star Tribune employees:

This is a reminder of the plan to have a short protest in front of the Star Tribune on Friday, Feb. 5, at 4 p.m.

Again, we realize that this demonstration won't get anyone's job back. But we also think it's important now, during one of the worst economic times in generations, to call out the greed and profiteering of the new owners and management of the Star Tribune, coming at hardworking peoples' expense.

And just because this is not a guild-sanctioned event -- but that doesn't mean guild members can't participate. Also, we are making every effort to not directly involve the names of the laid-off employees, so they don't suffer any type of backlash.

See You There!
• We will meet in the small open space area directly across from the Star Tribune’s main entrance (425 Portland Avenue) at 4:00 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 5, 2010.
• Bring your own homemade sign (I'll have a few extra).
• Wear black semi-formal business attire. The point is to demonstrate that the employees were professionals and to combat demonstrator stereotypes. Black suits also make a very strong statement. *Wear long-underwear and layer-up for warmth!
• I will have small green ribbons (Star Tribune green) for you to pin on your suits.
• We will adjourn at 5:30 p.m. and likely head over to Kieran's Irish Pub for drinks and recognition of laid-off employee service.


For further information, either leave your comments on this blog, or e-mail me at theminneapples@me.com and I will gladly contact you directly.

Thank you!