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West Caldwell Crane Park Protesters @wcaldwellprotests.bsky.social · 1d

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West Caldwell Crane Park Protesters @wcaldwellprotests.bsky.social · 1d

Unfortunately, we just heard that it appears the West Caldwell Town Council is re-introducing proposed Ordinance 1898, which imposes unconstitutional restrictions on the rights of assembly and free speech (i.e., demonstrations) TONIGHT WITHOUT ANY CHANGES TO THE ORIGINAL PROVISIONS.

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West Caldwell Crane Park Protesters @wcaldwellprotests.bsky.social · 1d

This ordinance has just been added to TONIGHT’s schedule for the town council meeting with NO CHANGES. Please help us get the word out!!

West Caldwell Crane Park Protesters @wcaldwellprotests.bsky.social · 1d

Please help! This ordinance is back on the table and has been sneaked into the schedule for TONIGHT’s town council meeting with little to no changes

West Caldwell Crane Park Protesters @wcaldwellprotests.bsky.social · 25d

West Caldwell tables protest ordinance after steep backlash
www.newjerseyhills.com/the_progress...

West Caldwell tables protest ordinance after steep backlash

WEST CALDWELL TWP. - The Township Council decided to table highly-controversial Ordinance 1898 after more than 150 protesters packed council chambers to condemn the proposed legislation on Tuesday, Se...

www.newjerseyhills.com

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West Caldwell Crane Park Protesters @wcaldwellprotests.bsky.social · 1d

IF YOU CAN ATTEND, PLEASE EMAIL [email protected] to let us know you're coming. But COME AND LET THE MAYOR KNOW THAT WE WILL NOT STAND FOR THIS @indivisible-cald.bsky.social @njindivisible.bsky.social @aclu-nj.org @nbcla.com

West Caldwell Crane Park Protesters @wcaldwellprotests.bsky.social · 1d

Urgent 🚨 WE NEED AS MANY PEOPLE AS POSSIBLE TO SHOW UP TONIGHT AT WEST CALDWELL MUNICIPAL BUILDING - 30 CLINTON RD (2ND FLOOR), WEST CALDWELL FOR THE TOWN COUNCIL MEETING THAT STARTS AT 6:30. Help us fight this unconstitutional ordinance!

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West Caldwell Crane Park Protesters @wcaldwellprotests.bsky.social · 1d

There clearly was no attempt to consider the points made by FIRE and the NJ-ACLU as to the many ways in which the ordinance violates the First Amendment.

West Caldwell Crane Park Protesters @wcaldwellprotests.bsky.social · 1d

While we can't be 100% certain, it is highly likely they will try to enact 1898 without further Public Comment and away from the presence of the huge crowd we had at their 9/16/25, at which they tabled the ordinance "indefinitely" to consider what revisions needed to be made.

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West Caldwell Crane Park Protesters @wcaldwellprotests.bsky.social · 1d

URGENT! WE NEED YOUR HELP!
It appears the West Caldwell Town Council is re-introducing proposed Ordinance 1898, which imposes unconstitutional restrictions on the rights of assembly and free speech (i.e., demonstrations) TONIGHT WITHOUT ANY CHANGES TO THE ORIGINAL PROVISIONS.

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Indivisible One New Jersey ❌👑 @njindivisible.bsky.social · 3d

On October 18, we will gather all across New Jersey for the biggest day of peaceful protest in American history. Join your local No Kings Day event to make it clear that We The People won’t cower in response to Trump’s authoritarian takeover: www.nokings.org ❌👑

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The Caldwells Indivisible ❌👑 @indivisible-cald.bsky.social · 1d

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In Caldwell: Sat, October 18th at 2 pm, Bloomfield and Roseland Aves. Register at www.mobilize.us/nokings/event/841766/

Please bring donations of canned/boxed food and/or warm clothing

#NoKingsCaldwells #NoKings #TheCaldwellsIndivisible

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West Caldwell Crane Park Protesters @wcaldwellprotests.bsky.social · 11d

It was a hot morning today at Crane Park. Thanks to everyone who was able to come out. We had many honks but there was an interesting development. Lots more dissenters driving by with curses and middle fingers.
Any thoughts why there were so many more vocal Trump supporters today?

West Caldwell Crane Park Protesters @wcaldwellprotests.bsky.social · 18d

A great group today in West Caldwell.
We are not going to be silenced.

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West Caldwell Crane Park Protesters @wcaldwellprotests.bsky.social · 25d

Good trouble!

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Julie Cohen ❌👑 @filmmakerjulie.bsky.social · 25d

While we await the next phase of @jimmykimmel.com...
here's a Free Speech story you haven't heard about:
Our friend Barb, who describes herself as a "Former Presbyterian Minister and Town Rabble Rouser," has been coming to our Montclair Sundays protests from the start.
This spring, Barb🧵

smiling woman with "I need to be able to tell my grandchildren i did not stay silent" sign.

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West Caldwell Crane Park Protesters @wcaldwellprotests.bsky.social · 25d

West Caldwell tables protest ordinance after steep backlash
www.newjerseyhills.com/the_progress...

West Caldwell tables protest ordinance after steep backlash

WEST CALDWELL TWP. - The Township Council decided to table highly-controversial Ordinance 1898 after more than 150 protesters packed council chambers to condemn the proposed legislation on Tuesday, Se...

www.newjerseyhills.com

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The Caldwells Indivisible ❌👑 @indivisible-cald.bsky.social · 26d

Proud to report that the vocal support of 125+ patriotic citizens who showed up at the West Caldwell (NJ) Town Council meeting this past Tuesday caused tabling (and hopefully the eventual withdrawal) of ordinance 1898 which sought to preclude demonstrations and rallies - free speech - from the town.

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Ms. M @msmalarkey24.bsky.social · 27d

WEST CALDWELL, NJ

After the town council tried to stifle protesters by requiring permits 30 days in advance, admin fees, & $2M in liability insurance, residents fought back.

Ordinance is now tabled.

Your hometown?

Share your thoughts with Mayor Tempesta: 973-226-2300

westcaldwell.com/contactus

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West Caldwell Crane Park Protesters @wcaldwellprotests.bsky.social · 27d

Proposed West Caldwell Ordinance Elicits Multiple Objections at SRO Council Meeting

www.tapinto.net/towns/west-e...

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West Caldwell Crane Park Protesters @wcaldwellprotests.bsky.social · 27d

Thank you @nbcnews.com @nbcnewyork.com for featuring our story! West Caldwell NJ community members standing against town ordinance which threatens First Amendment rights

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West Caldwell Crane Park Protesters @wcaldwellprotests.bsky.social · 28d

West Caldwell NJ plan to charge people for protesting is off the table- for now patch.com/new-jersey/c...

NJ Town's Plan To Charge People For Protesting Is Off The Table – For Now

Protesters would have to pay a permit fee and reimburse the town for "any reasonable and foreseeable expenses," including police coverage.

patch.com

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West Caldwell Crane Park Protesters @wcaldwellprotests.bsky.social · 28d

Thank you to all who came out to the West Caldwell town council meeting last night. We made our voices heard! The ordinance is tabled for now- but we will be ready if they try anything else!

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Bubba Pancake @bubbapancake.bsky.social · 28d

Heads up on this, New Jersey folks. I’ve been to a protest in West Caldwell and it was a peaceful, orderly, and well organized event. This is just wrong and unconstitutional. www.nj.com/essex/2025/0...

N.J. town faces backlash over plan to make protesters pay fees and apply for permits weeks in advance

The Township Council will hold a vote on the ordinance Tuesday evening.

www.nj.com

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Action Together New Jersey @atnj.org · Sep 15

#WestCaldwell

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 15 - Webinar sponsored by FIRE Prepare for the meeting at the West Caldwell Town Hall on 9/16 Know Your Rights: Understanding the Dangers of Ordinance 1898 Monday, September 15 · 7:00 – 8:00pm DM for link.

West Caldwell has proposed an ordinance that appears to violate people's right to protest.

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