Last week, the International Astronomical Union ruled that Pluto was not a planet.
Obviously, they are wrong. Not one to sit around and stand for injustice, I was determined to protest this decision in public.
With help from Mister P. in making the large sign, Martin for help document, and my daughters, Zoe & Mira, for moral support, I made my protest.
I began my protest on the street corner of Fair Oaks and Mission in South Pasadena, near my home.
Martin makes a valid point. If Pluto is vulnerable, what's next?
I convinced this group of teenagers to help with the protest. They saw the truth in my message.
Next, Martin and I decided to spread the word into Downtown Pasadena, where there was a lot more foot traffic.
People were a little surprised but also happy and amused to see our public protest.
Overall, a hugely positive response to the protest. People were laughing and smiling constantly. Tons of horn honks, waves, and thumbs up. The one thing I didn't expect was how tired my arms got holding the small sign over my head. Next time, I need a headmounted sign...
Posted by michael at August 27, 2006 09:06 AM