No Nos Vamos

There seems to be several reasons why the sheriff's won't be moving in anytime soon to evict us forcibly. These are all guesses at this point but I think they're fairly valid reasons as to why the LAPD is thinking twice about coming here to begin tearing down this community and arrest activists.

1. Media buzz: we're still getting good local media. It even was a national story for a moment and this kind of attention keeps the PD at bay. I doubt they'll come down here in riot gear when a bunch of celebs are visiting with the farmers and community members.

2. Sheriff's re-election on Tuesday: the local sheriff and LAPD chief are up for re-election in about 72 hours...thats a gamble they don't want to mess with. Lee Baca currently holds the office but is currently being shelled by opponents on issues around jail space after he closed down several jails to save money -- all the inmates were given "early-release."

3. Growing support: people continue to come and help out in whatever capacity they can. I met several students from CAL who had driven down to camp out and a contingent of Seattle folks as well. So the question is, when are you coming to the farm?

With the current situation its hard to imagine that a police raid would occur in the next few days. Let's hope that the LAPD is smarter than it was back in '92 and instead of breaking down their very own community they stand up for it.

How about it LAPD? Will you come have tamales with us? You'll be greeted with open arms if you come to join us and not evict us. You're a vital part of our community too.