March 22 will mark the fifth anniversary of Bush’s blunder into Iraq in search of WMD. A rally is being planned for that afternoon on the Las Vegas Strip to protest the financial backing of the war by one of our local casino barons, Sheldon Adelson (same fellow who hosted Dick Cheney’s fundraising visit here last year). The organizers are stressing the non-violent nature of the protest, but because it is going to be held in a tourist area, they have said this:

We expect media coverage, and most likely a police presence. The rally will be spirited, fun and non-violent. As usual, it is our policy to try to work with law enforcement to ensure everyone’s safety and constitutional rights. If any passers-by want to give us a hard time, we do NOT engage them. Most people will be supportive, and the bigger our turnout, the more support we will get.

Anyone who would like to be a part of the rally is invited to join in. First-time protesters are especially welcome. The details can be found at Nevada Workers Against the War.