My words are fluttering all around me. As I walk through the street, I am handed pamphlets with parts of my blog reprinted in them. It is so strange to see my words spread everywhere in print. I know many people read my blog, but they are faceless, nameless. Now I see my readers, watch them read the pamphlets around the city. I am so thankful that someone gathered these stories and are spreading the truth. I am dedicating this blog solely to the Anya's cause until she is freed. I'm sorry that you won't be getting the usual fun and sexy posts you follow me for, but this is too important not to act in some way.
However, my optimism was tempered today as I went to join the protests in Celestial Plaza. I felt that my words were not enough. I needed to take action, even if that means possibility losing my anonymity. I entered the Plaza, intending to find students with pamphlets and help them spread the message of truth. I started to approach a group of students wearing the A shirts that have been popping up all over town. Before I reached them, they were approached by a group of police officers. The students sat down, showing their determination to stay in the plaza to protest. The Officers, with no discernible provocation began beating the students mercilessly. They were bleeding and screaming as they were dragged off into police vans. I had heard of fights breaking out in bars between different supporters, but this was more menacing. It felt like these officers had been given permission to use unnecessary force. I didn't know what to do. I don’t know how to help them! I think the best course of action is to make it known to the world.
I know the media and government says these protests are non-violent, and I believe the protesters are trying to keep it that way, but with this harassment from the police, I can only see more violence in the future. Violence has begun, but our media is not telling the people. My readers, please stay safe. Stay safe, but find a way to take action! Spread the word! THE TRUTH WILL NOT REMAIN HIDDEN!