Veterans for Ron Paul March on the RNC

Read the call to action:
http://www.facebook.com/notes/veterans-for-ron-paul-2012/veterans-for-ron-paul-fall-in/368704333151911

****OPEN LETTER TO DR. PAUL CONCERNING THE MARCH****
https://www.facebook.com/notes/veterans-for-ron-paul-2012/an-open-letter-to-dr-paul/460969480592062

The MARCH: Rally at PaulFest Site at 11am (Potential step off time at NOON)

ATTIRE: Anyone who intends to march in the formation or represent Veterans for Ron Paul should be of a generally neat and orderly appearance. Think military-approved civilian attire. The organizers of this event reserve the right to ask anyone to modify their appearance, or step out of the formation if their attire is deemed to not be in the spirit of the event. Of course wearing of uniform items is encouraged, so long as it is done in a way that respects the general dignity of the uniform. Tattered uniform items, items with excessive patches unrelated to military service or the event, and clothing articles bearing messages unrelated to the event, may all be grounds for asking someone to step out of the formation or modify their appearance.

ACTIVE DUTY: Active duty troops are invited to participate in full recognition of the regulations regarding political speech. WE ARE NOT encouraging active duty personnel to come in uniform. Each individual needs to use his/ her discretion and weigh the risk of attending this event wearing whatever it is that you decide to wear. Do what your OWN conscious tells you. It is an absurd proposition to say that members of the military supporting candidates in uniform would be construed to represent official positions of the government and rules regarding free speech for members of the military have only been used to silence dissent and keep the true will of the troops from being relevant in the American political discourse. Well, NOT ANY MORE!

NON-MILITARY: Family members and supporters are invited to march behind the formation, and members of KIA families will have an opportunity to be recognized.

YOUTUBE VIDEO CONTEST: While the organizers of this event reserve the right to designate time for special guests and there may be open-mic times at the FOB, speakers for the rally to precede the march will be determined by the YouTube video contest. 15 speaking spots of 5 minutes each will be awarded along with a first prize of $3,000, a second prize of $1,000, and four runner up prizes of $250. Ranking will be determined solely by view counts as of August 20th, when we will announce the winners. Videos must include the "ronpaulisthechoiceofthetroops.com" and [FB link] in the description and be sent to vfrp2012@gmail.com. All official entries can be seen [here]. Those placing in the top 15 may designate someone to speak on their behalf or another use for their time. While we encourage everyone to enter the contest to compete for cash prizes, we request that only veterans and those with a direct connection to military service speak at the rally. The organizers reserve the right to disqualify anyone from anything if we feel they are not contributing to the spirit and central message of this event.

POSTER CONTEST: We need a powerful graphic for this event. If you're ready to step up, please email entries to vfrp2012@gmail.com. Be sure to include the dates, website, (ronpaulisthechoiceofthetroops.com) full title (VETERANS FOR RON PAUL MARCH ON THE RNC) Please include the original files so that it can be adapted to other graphics. The organizers of this event will determine the winner after consulting with the community. Entries must be received by March 31st. The winner will receive $250.

PROOF OF SERVICE: Proof of service will be required to march in the formation. We will accept a DD-214 with matching ID, military ID, VA ID, or a photograph which clearly shows you at your respective duty station - (whether overseas or in the States) IN A CLEARLY ON-DUTY situation.