Amy Klobuchar, Keith Ellison and Minneapolis Mayor RT Rybak all spoke at a gathering of idea/information booths at the Minnesota state capitol. (This somewhat was in opposition to the "no new taxes" gathering at the same time, but acted less intentionally than we'd assume ?? An odd situation.)

I learned about people helping others with solar panels, converting cars to Electric Vehicles and most importantly, heard elected legislators supporting our Step it Up agenda; the curious April snow had melted just in time for everyone to enjoy this beautiful spring day, no matter what part of the Capitol lawn you happened to be on.

Arrived @ 12:05, tax rally on capitol steps. Loud, angry, can't blame 'em... I got better things to bitch about.
Migrate away from anger to workshops, informationial booths. Many signs... Green People, interset, education. Nice sunny day in the heartland @ the capitol. Make my footprint- fly our banner. Save our only home.

Several speakers outside the capitol, accompanied by booths and informational workshops. Also several people dressed at penguins and polar bears.
Juxtaposed with the anti-tax rally, created an interesting environment. Saw a few clashes between the two groups.
Overall, a very uplifting day. Encouraging to see our politicians Stepping it up... now if only our president would see the same light.

Several speakers outside the capitol, accompanied by booths and informational workshops. Also several people dressed at penguins and polar bears.
Juxtaposed with the anti-tax rally, created an interesting environment. Saw a few clashes between the two groups.
Overall, a very uplifting day. Encouraging to see our politicians Stepping it up... now if only our president would see the same light.

Several speakers outside the capitol, accompanied by booths and informational workshops. Also several people dressed at penguins and polar bears.
Juxtaposed with the anti-tax rally, created an interesting environment. Saw a few clashes between the two groups.
Overall, a very uplifting day. Encouraging to see our politicians Stepping it up... now if only our president would see the same light.