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4- The group does not set a strict list of who is invited; participants are free to invite others and encourage them to do the same, vi^hile emphasizing that knowledge of the action is to be kept vrithin the circles of those who can be trusted with secrets.
5. "Rumors" of the action can be spread far and wide through the community, but the identities of those at the center of the organizing are to be kept a secret.
6. The action is announced openly, but with at least some degree of discretion, so as not to tip off the sleepier of the authorities.
7. The action is totally announced and aboveground in all ways.
You can report innocent liberals to
the secret police for un-Annerican
activities, to keep the latter busy
and the former outraged about their
invasions of privacy^which are
otherwise usually resen/ed for us.
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To give examples, security level #1 would be appropriate for a group planning to firebomb an SUV dealership, while level #2 would be acceptable for those planning more minor acts of property destruction, such as spray painting. Level #3 or #4 would be appropriate for calling a spokescouncil preceding a black bloc at a large demonstration or for a group planning to do a newspaper wrap, depending on the ratio of risk versus need for numbers. Level #5 would be perfect for a project such as hijacking a rock show: everyone hears in advance that the Ani DiFranco performance is going to end in a "spontaneous" antiwar march so people can prepare accordingly, but no one knows whose idea it is, so no one can be targeted as an organizer. Level #6 would be appropriate for announcing a Critical Mass bicycle ride: fliers are vvTapped around the handlebars of every civilian bicycle, but no announcements are sent to the papers, so the cops won't be there at the beginning while the mass is still vulnerable. Level #7 is appropriate for a permitted antiwar march or independent media video screening, unless you're so dysfunctionally paranoid you even want to keep community outreach projects a secret.
It also makes sense to choose the means of communication you vdll use according to the level of security demanded. Here's an example of different levels of communications security, corresponding to the system just outlined above:
1. No communication about the action except in person, outside the homes of those involved, in surveillance-free environments (e.g. the group goes camping to discuss plans); no discussion of the action except vv'hen it is absolutely necessary.
2. Outside group meetings, involved individuals are free to discuss the action in sur- ^^^ ^^^ ^^^ ^^^^^ .^.^^ ^^ ^^.^^ ^^ veillance-free spaces. invisible ink ?heat up the paper, and
3. Discussions are permitted in homes not definitely under surveillance. it appears.
4. Communication by encrypted email or on neutral telephone lines is acceptable.
5. People can speak about the action over telephones, email, etc. provided they're careful not to give away certain details^?who, what, when, where.
6. Telephones, email, etc. are aU fair game; email listservs, fliering in public spaces, announcements to newspapers, etc. may or may not be acceptable, on a case-by-case basis.
7. Communication and proclamation by every possible medium are encouraged.
If you keep hazardous information out of circulation and you follow suitable security measures in every project you undertake, you'll be well on your way to fulfilling what early Crimethlnc. agent Abbie Hoffman described as the first duty of the revolutionary: not getting caught. All the best in your adventures and misadventures, and remem-ber^?you didn't hear it from us!
You can create a seam sealing two sheets of plastic together by cutting them with a hot razor blade?try this for do-it-yourself lamination.
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Instructions
If your lover is a woman, you may
be able to find her g-spot by putting
your fingers inside of her with your
palm facing up, and moving them in
a becl<oning motion, exerting light
pressure toward her belly. If he is a
man, you can try the same thing a few
inches further back!
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