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Thursday, September 04, 2003
Fight for Your Right to Party
The US government has declared a War on Music. Congress recently passed the RAVE Act, which threatens club owners and entertainment promoters with imprisonment of up to 20 years and fines of up to $500,000 if controlled substances are distributed or used by patrons at their venues. The RAVE Act threatens to scare club owners and promoters into shutting down events nationwide, ultimately destroying a culture of music.
ROAR! – the National Dance and Music Rights Alliance – is sponsoring a 12-hour demonstration against the assault on music with a festival that celebrates civil liberties. Come witness the force and unity of the music culture through performances by international artists and speakers from major industry groups and political organizations.
The National Dance and Music Rights Alliance Rally + Music Event will be held Saturday, Sept. 6, from noon to midnight, at the Upper Senate Park on the grounds of the US Capitol (Constitution Avenue between New Jersey NW and Delaware NE; Union Station Metro is closest).
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