Your neighbors on trial

It has been a busy few months, with Harrisburg passing pro-casino legislation and the Gaming Control Board acting tough on Foxwoods.

Now we ask that you please save the fast-approaching date of Tuesday, Feb. 16 — the trial date for fourteen of your brothers and sisters, who were arrested for speaking with their bodies, saying, "We will bankrupt casinos before they bankrupt us."

These fourteen individuals — ranging in age from 24 to 72 and including several grandparents and two members of the clergy, public school teachers, and life-long Philadelphians — lined the entrance to the SugarHouse casino site on the Delaware river and refused to move. They were promptly arrested and held for more than 12 hours.

Now, they need your help.

On Tuesday, Feb. 16, these individuals will stand before a judge and defend their First Amendment rights. Please attend the trial to demonstrate your support for these courageous individuals and for  a city free from the predatory gambling industry.

Mark the date on your calendar now and help support Philadelphians who put their bodies on the line to keep Philadelphia casino-free:

Tuesday, Feb. 16, 9:00 AM

Arch St United Methodist Church (Broad and Arch) - We'll rally, unite, and march to the courthouse together!

If you can't arrive till later in the day, you may go directly to the Criminal Justice Center at 13th & Filbert Streets, Courtroom 1003, Philadelphia, PA

RSVP online for an automatic email reminder

Can't make it to the trial? Consider making a donation in honor of these 14 individuals.

We'll be letting you know about more ways to get involved. For now, please mark your calendar and encourage your friends and neighbors to attend as well!