Yes all very good points...
I think Saturday would still be a better day. And I would like to see WCI get behind this thread before we actually start nailing down dates.
Next would be to form some sort of Rally Committee (I know it sounds lame) to organize. We need the following volunteers:
1) Ad hangers (print out and hang all over the state, in every shop and tavern we can)
2) Phone ringers asking for donations
3) Print, radio & possibly small market TV ads (I'd say hit the north-woods with TV as it is more effective in pulling together people that live farther apart)
4) Rally Schematics - it'll take a few people to scout the best location, notify government (possibly apply for a permit) and gather whatever communication devices might be needed
5) Someone will have to arrange the guest speakers
There's a lot of work to do but I don't doubt that with enough advanced time and support it could happen.
I agree this Rally should be organized but let's keep it as simple as possible. Get a Permit, get a few guest speakers, done.
Communications devices >> I own a DJ service, i can supply a very nice PA system with Wireless Microphones, so we won't have to pay for one of those.
Our Theme... Let those who carry decide.
I am all for a weekend date. Yes, ABATE of Wisconsin got the Helmet law repealed in 1976, Tony Pan Sanfelipo the founder of ABATE of Wisconsin got it done. I personally know Tony & his wife Vicki.
We need to be quick about this Rally, a ccw bill will be introduced soon. We need to pick a date & stick with it. SO SATURDAY March 12th it will be. Let's all get the word out starting NOW. no waiting for this organization or that one to chime in. Make flyers on your home PC's get em to gun shops, email everyone ya now & post the event on every pro gun, tea party website you know. We have 7 weeks to get it done.
As far as >>(4) Rally Schematics - it'll take a few people to scout the best location, notify government (possibly apply for a permit) >> on the steps in front of the Capitol is where this needs to happen.