This isn't going to be a long diary, it is more for information so please excuse the length.
Many people are aware of the action in the Texas Senate today, the last day of the special session to pass draconian anti-choice legislation that would shutdown the vast majority of clinics in Texas and prohibit all abortion after 20 weeks. Currently, Sen. Wendy Davis is leading a filibuster that is expected to go until midnight central time when the session ends and the threat is over (for now).
For more information on the situation please see Nomandates recommended diary
and BlueIsland's Diary Here
For those of us that can't be there, lets find a way to help, more below the fold
I like many others are not in a position to get to Austin to show support and help out (I'm out of state), but would really like to help. As we've seen in prior protests, such as in Wisconsin and at the Citizen's Filibuster in the Texas House, there are many things that the protesters will want/need that we can supply. Nothing new here, but thought a coordinated effort would be helpful.
I've spoken to a few folks on the ground for delivery information to ensure that any deliveries make it to the correct place; that info is below:
Katherine @KathTX
Pls send food & coffee for Texans standing against #SB5. Deliver to @SenatorSylvia Garcia's office. Info: http://bit.ly/.... #txlege
My thought is simple.
Protesters and supporters at the capital: If there is something you want or need, let us know, post it up in the comments.
Everyone Else: Put comments about what you've sent so that we don't over send somethings and under send other (also, so you can get that sweet sweet mojo).
That's really it, but I know that for me, as someone who isn't there, it would make me feel like a part of what is going on for there to be a dialogue between those that are there doing the hard work and those that wish we could be.
Also, I don't really know the area so if anyone has recommendations or knows of where to order from, let me know (either message or in the comments) and I'll add it to the list.
PIZZA
Austin Pizza - (512) 795-8888 http://www.austinspizza.com/
East Side Pies - (512) 524-0933 http://eastsidepies.com/