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The Democratic National Convention in Charlotte is fast approaching. The occupods have applied and NC’s Occupy NCSU has won a spot. Charlotte has set up a specific route, place and time slot allotment for the protesters to use their First Amendment rights. Charlotte doesn’t want to see it turn into Seattle or Chicago. The city earlier this year set up an ordinance specifically aimed at curtailing protests like Occupy from happening. Minutes from the Charlotte City Council on it are here. Personally, I think they’re fooling themselves. Continue reading →