At the tail end of the Republican convention, it seems that the overall atmosphere of Tampa was much more low-key than previously expected. It seems the city was expecting much more of a turnout by protesters, hence the heightened security and heavy police presence.
Reverend Bruce Wright leads the Poor People’s Economic Human Rights Campaign and has been helping to organize protests based out of “Romneyville,” the tent city formed outside of downtown in protest of the convention. Wright feels that the voices of opposition to the Republican Party have been absolutely necessary, especially those arguing in favor of the impoverished and homeless.
At an interview in “Romneyville” Thursday morning, Wright discussed the plans for future actions as well as the overall impact of the events held throughout the week. A number of decentralized actions are occurring today, though none specifically as the camp/movement is a loose smattering of different organizations.