I posted this on ICarry, but I'd like to add it to the discussion here as well. It's an idea for discussion, nothing more.
The root cause of this incident may be overlooked. Some police officers still feel the need to engage peaceful open carriers. From where does this need arise, and what can be done to promote growth amongst the ranks?
Instead of a protest or any other reaction, how could we reach out to police? By and far the police have been extremely good at respecting our rights the past year. I know there are a few incidents, and they make me just as upset as you, but I know most of the time they behave admirably.
So, how can we compassionately reach out and try to correct this from happening again? Rather than reacting and doing the typical things we do, what could we all learn from this?
What are some ideas on things not tried before? Perhaps an event that police can attend with us? A meet-and-greet? A fundraiser benefiting a police organization and police cause? Let's get the ideas rolling.
Wisconsin Carry, Inc. is filing a federal lawsuit against the Madison Police Department.
We are fast-tracking this lawsuit.
Before the incident at Culvers we were already preparing to file another lawsuit in the next week or two for a previous incident with a different municipality from this past summer. As such, in consideration of those legal costs, we could use some contributions specifically for the "Madison 5" lawsuit.
If you would like to contribute to fund specifically the lawsuit for the "Madison 5" Culvers incident there is a you may contribute via our website.
www.wisconsincarry.org
Contributions from the donate button on the homepage will go specifically towards the federal lawsuit and also the attorney that will be retained if need be on behalf of the "Madison 5" to fight their unlawful DC charges.
Donations may be mailed to:
Wisconsin Carry, Inc.
P.O. Box 270403
Milwaukee, WI 53227
Please indicate "Madison 5 lawsuit" on the memo field of the check
Carry On,
Nik Clark
Chairman/President - Wisconsin Carry, Inc.