In reference to which evidence we use.
The following was a post to 911Blogger by Jon Gold:
http://www.911blogger.com/node/3399
"Can You Show That 9/11 Was An "Inside Job" Without...
Mentioning any of the following:
1) Controlled Demolition
2) A Missile Struck The Pentagon
3) Mini-Nukes At The WTC
4) "TV Fakery"
5) Evidence Was Planted
6) Video/Audio Are Fake
7) Witnesses Are Actors
This is a simple exercise to show people that knowledge is power."
And the answer that he had in mind was, 'YES!' The documentary evidence alone is enough to make the case. However, from a promotional standpoint, there are a select group of key facts, some of them in the areas of research above, that are more effective in generating curiosity and skepticism.
The debate within the movement about what we use to promote the issue and educate the uninitiated is a debate that makes clear who has promotional savvy, and who does not. This isn't a simple matter, but its also not rocket science. Having experience with advertising, commercial promotion, and customer service, makes you better at this.
I've been feeling a bit frustrated that so many in the movement seem to run before they can walk, out of an understandable desperation to do something. If you aren't a graphic designer, ask one for help making a flyer. If you don't have any educational experience, ask someone who does about the best ways to reach an audience. If you don't know what is our best evidence, ask someone who does. Or look it up. The internet makes this easy.
We all have to acknowledge our limitations as well as the multi-faceted nature of our strategic concerns. We can't be good at everything, and we shouldn't stubbornly do things wrong because we are afraid or too proud to ask for directions. I don't know much about web design. I don't know much about organizing a symposium. I've never written a book. In fact, I feel quite ignorant at all times, despite my education. That feeling of emptiness drives my progress.
For activists its not enough to just know the facts. If we are going to promote this issue and educate others, we have to develop skills as promoters and educators. One great way to take some of that burden off your shoulders is to work with people who have complimentary skills. Three people working together can equal one brilliant person.
So let's stay on our toes everyone.
