Robert's wife Sheri has this to say....

Robert just called home and asked me to post a warning on he site for any of you coming into Washington for the demonstrations this weekend. Has Washington closed it's doors to the public? Well at least the ones on buses. You're not welcome, that is, unless they know you're coming. Washingon D.C. has passed an ordinance that took effect on the first of August that requires buses to have a permit to enter the district. All buses that are coming into the district for the demonstrations are either being turned away or fined $500. There is afee of $50 for a 6 day permit to enter the city with a charter bus. Robert asked my to pass along the information for anyone who may be coming inot the city wither this weekend or next.

Sheri went on to link to the District Department of Motor Vehicles

Ordering a Trip Permit

A trip permit may be obtained from any of the three sources below

Online Trip Permit Processing (Credit Card Only) Print & Fax or Email Processing - Please print, complete and fax/email the Trip Permit Application* with a $50 check or money order, made payable to "DC Treasurer" to the DMV address on the application. TRANSMIT AMERICA - Please visit their website for more information. (Trip permits are available for Trucks only) Processing Time: All requests will be processed within 24 to 48 hours upon the receipt of payment and application.

So you can't get one on your way in, you need to KNOW that you need one and get it in advance. Huh.

Repression by legislation? You be the judge from earlier this month....