Report from Standing Rock: 100+ Militarized Police Deployed Against Native American Water Protectors

democracynow.org - On Saturday, hundreds of people temporarily stopped work at multiple construction sites at the site of the $3.8 billion Dakota Access pipeline. One person reportedly delayed work for up to six hours by locking to an excavator. At least 14 people were arrested. Democracy Now! began covering the action just after dawn, from the main resistance camp in Cannon Ball, North Dakota.
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[@christopherwilson4718]

We are with you .. this is for the world !! Sydney Australia

[@SuperOm1234]

Another from Sydney here. I wholeheartedly second this

[@marktele8061]

Who can stand in the way when there's a dollar to be made? Oils need to get back together!

[@blammod664]

MORE people need to show up and support them. This isn't a NATIVE AMERICAN issue. This is a human issue.

[@nonma2312]

I completely agree. R u there too?

[@hermenutic]

This is the most crucial issue facing mankind. Nero needs to have the fiddle snatched from his tiny hands and slapped in the face and made to sit in a corner.

[@imperialdragon4203]

Blammo D The main stream media isn't showing the massive amounts of people that are there. This is huge and the fact that the main stream media is doing a blackout is evident that history is written by those in power regardless of the truth.

[@RandyTheWildHorse]

Getting rid of cable and satellite t.v. subscriptions will make corporate media lost money. Never click on their websites neither.

[@veronicawicker5273]

I plan to boycott several corrupt businesses as well. We can make or break any company just by choosing where we spend more carefully. The power to shape American is already in our hands but most don't even realize it.

[@datboyke]

I will protect my planet EARTH!

[@mjcrowe3283]

Powerful voices of native people who inspire us with their coyrage and solidarity. So with you all from here in Maine. Stand strong #StandingRock friends - we r with you. #Amy Goodman and #DemocracyNow make us proud to support them.

[@TheCarin12]

Good to see lots of non natives getting involved.

[@cjinpa5713]

I don't understand why these police just won't stand together and say no they won't protect a pipeline and will protect the water protesters. it is so sad. we are one as humans and they are too protect us therefore protecting themselves.

[@Grossettbaby]

CJin PA I agree. I work in construction and there is no way I would help build that damn thing. They can only oppress us if we participate in the oppression. There aren't enough CEO's in the world to build the pipeline if we refuse to help build and defend it. It is why for all of us who aren't 1% we must embrace solidarity because that is the only thing more powerful then their money.

[@cjinpa5713]

yea my dad was a heavy equipment operator and I can't imagine a scenario in which he would work on a project like this. when I see that line if armed guards I can't imagine their motivation. they are also the 99%. what the hell could they be thinking. isn't one of them considering their children? it's sad. they'll be next somewhere down the line.

[@swirlingone]

Thank you Amy, Thank you Democracy now for sharing the Truth of what is happening at Standing Rock. Continued prayers, continued love for the water, for all people.

[@TheMap627]

amy is a fine example of what reporters use to be like ,,get the story ,at all cost..thanks amy your a true patriot

[@mynameislove7605]

Blessings for you Amy Goodman and everyone with Democracy Now for Standing Rock solidarity💚💚💚

[@carimcnealy7974]

I am in Wa.state. I am with you in prayer. My best friend Oda Taob Lakota Sioux is in Yakima. I am from Ellensburg. I am doing my best to send the word of this to ANYONE/EVERYONE I CAN. BLESS THIS LAND O GREAT ONE

[@hyden1940]

Every American who watches this brave little woman stand up for all of us should be ashamed for not being there. America home of the brave? HA! We have no excuses if millions don't show up in force. Our brothers and sisters need help. Either be there or help put pressure on the corporate media and help with boycots and get in touch with one another. The corporate bullies must be stopped.

[@spectraphantom9374]

100+ militarized police officers is unnecessary.

[@hategreed1]

ONE militarized goonstapo is unnecessary.

[@CommanderCrash]

1033 program Was the start. Police with depleted uranium shells. Obama's Dirty little army against the people.

[@hategreed1]

Commander Crash The militarization of the police began long before OhBummer.

[@CommanderCrash]

Yes But know its more apparent since the last 8 years.

[@hategreed1]

Commander Crash 16 years, since the Dept of Terrorism started militarizing the police. The Patriot Act was authored BEFORE 9/11, and 9/11 was the EXCUSE for rolling it out.

[@guestguide2544]

Excellent interviews and coverage.

[@Justme-oo5oe]

When he said I’m a warrior, I will defend my people! I felt that so deeply! Thank you brave warrior!!! 🪶

[@v.leewalker3095]

Standing with Standing Rock! Go strong, Water Protectors! Thank you, Amy Goodman, for all that you have done and continue to do!

[@HillwoodLam]

faces charges, due in court. still reporting news. goddamnit Amy Goodman you are Superman and Batman all rolled into one.

[@GRepp-iy1nj]

really though. this is inspiring.

[@carmencarpenter571]

Her case was dismissed today. All of it!

[@RoyalKnightVIII]

+Carmen Carpenter good! that she was even in court PA outrageous!

[@arapahosundancer]

cool

[@jeremychase7416]

Achote671 Sanders was already there, dufus.

[@lopasrokas231]

Where are the Courage Americans? Those brave Natives Americans is doing this for all of us...we need to come and support them and together save the water for our children. People need to come and see with their own eyer how the Government is attacking its own American people's. Thank you Amy Goodman & all the brave staff of Democracy Now.

[@HariOm-dp7um]

May God be with you -- those who fearlessly stand up for justice,fearlessly walk the path of dharma and righteousness.The world is a better place because of you. Mother Earth loves you.

[@hermenutic]

I'm reminded of the rights of the Tibetan people and their plight in the face of international imperialism. There's little difference except this is happening in the U.S. Both are government sanctioned. Inherent rights are now rightly understood to be a pipe dream in the current way of governing by the health of the economy.

[@iamthevapingqueen9960]

I am crying right now, listening to these peoples, standing unarmed and praying for those police officers who stand with their batons out. Ready to hit and hurt the people who get so much from the land they have lived on for hundreds of years. SO very emotional and history repeats itself again!

[@koreanchick1231]

Is it wrong I just want to laugh at those police officers dressed in their military costumes? Because when history looks back on this, their ancestors will realize thieir grandfather/grandmother was on the wrong side of history. I hope they feel shame.

[@MA1NFRAM]

And thank you Amy.

[@kimisilv]

My heart breaks for these Natives and for us. They are trying to save everyone.

[@mjcrowe3283]

#StandingRock Vouces are so courageous. We are weeping and praying for you, and

[@MA1NFRAM]

Thank you for your prayers keep up the GOOD FIGHT.

[@nowaymangoshtomuchna]

i wish i could stand with you people right now. i live in germany and cant do much exept sharing this...

[@snakey973]

GOOD FOR YOU GUYS!!! ♡♡♡

[@ritamariekelley6943]

Thank You, Amy...true journalism, courage in pursuing 1st Amendment rights, compassionate human being.

[@Undvne]

The corporations can't have everything. Humanity is standing with these beautiful souls.

[@dn2ze]

Never give up..Enough is Enough.

[@AMBO-zh4xi]

Fresno California! my prayers are with you all!

[@joseangelhernandez5274]

thank your Democracy Now for reporting what the mainstream won't.

[@angu329]

As always, great report Amy! Also there's Emma Vigeland at 8:00, great to see you guys in one place!

[@freedomlover21]

MAY GOD BE BEFORE YOU KEEP YOU,AN BLESS YALL ALL!!!!

[@unanimous300]

The woman speaking from inside the car is very wise. Candance Lebeau, I too believe that "Believing is seeing."

[@familiadm9489]

Thank you for reporting.

[@vickyodell6287]

I cry in my heart for all .

[@anotherbutt4chair454]

This is crazy this aggressive show of force is a full display of what it was like from 1890 and back but this is no re enactment

[@cr6025]

We are Warriors we are water protectors no matter what we will still win My sisters my brothers be proud of who you

[@eshjane]

Thank you!!

[@mr.wright9867]

One dislike eh? Barack Obama doesn't like this news getting out.

[@alphab76]

THIS IS SO PAINFUL TO WATCH. IT HIT'S YOUR GUTS IN A TIGHT KNOT. VERY VERY PAINFUL. UNBELIEVABLE THAT THIS IS HAPPENING. WHAT IS WRONG WITH THESE PEOPLE?

[@cr6025]

I’m Cherokee and water is life water goes through our body everything without water we won’t be alive so that’s why Native Americans love mother why does sacred

[@ritamariekelley6943]

Protect and serve has new meaning...

[@EcoEarthNut]

So much for "to serve and protect" F'n corporate police. Support Native Tribes at Standing Rock!

[@cynthiahofer2903]

Thanks Amy.

[@atilioscheapsounds8515]

hope the natives win

[@joeyc.4506]

THIS IS SO TRUE WHAT THEY ARE SAYING!

[@martiwilliams4592]

Thank you for the entire Earth.

[@GivathBrenner]

Good news reporting . We support the Lakota First Nations People. Leave the oil in the ground. Save the water.

[@FREEDOM-xv4ff]

We always have to fight for our freedom🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@soulrise5200]

I cannot believe what I have seen here, with authorities stopping freedom of peaceful assembly. I am disgusted by what I see. If anybody has a right to be pissed off, it is by far the native Americans! My spirit see's your spirit, and I am sorry for what has happened and continues to happen to your culture!.!.!. I am a white man in the Mideast, but my spirit undoubtedly stands with the natives

[@jose-jacoboyanez5388]

I'm so moved to wanna help, & go there... I plan on working my ass off for the next month & save up my money to go!

[@jasonpenny5848]

pray for the people that are trap in the grips of addiction. protest that problem in this country.

[@monicamariemandujano8406]

We love you amy, for bringing us honesty in a world of corruption. You helped radicalize me

[@nishnobday679]

believe in Our PRAYER.

[@jenniferv6405]

✊✊✊✊ stand strong my native brothers and sisters!

[@CricketMcCrickets]

This makes me cry

[@kennelljones3970]

STOP PIPELINE. WATER IS LIFE. #NativeAmericans #DefendTheSacred #StandWithStandingRock

[@kennelljones3970]

FUTURE GENERATION #Mother Earth

[@brucekraegenbrink1571]

This brings me to tears.

[@oppressedwillbeput2rest481]

Who deployed the military police state???..

[@LunaMesser-zw8xh]

I am part white and i am so ashamed of that part. my Cherokee part is very proud ! I stand with my brothers and sisters .

[@moony77]

These water/ life protectors or humanity's HEROES!! God /spirit be with you!!!!

[@monicamariemandujano8406]

Their heart felt speeches made me get choke up. There is an interconnection in this movement. Water sustains our very life..... vs. Batons? ..

[@KelleyFHolly]

CRYING .....CRYING....STOP THE PIPELINE !!!

[@CatfishSkinner]

#NoDAPL #StopGeoengineering #Fukushima

[@robertledoux1395]

I unwaveringly stand with you in behalf of Mother Earth. Let them be shaken off this sacred Land In Jesus Name... Let it be known to those of Highest authority in America... God DOES NOT TAKE THIS ABUSE LIGHTLY ! If you make the Native Tribes suffer, God will bring JUSTICE and you will suffer... Who ever destroys and desicrates this land what ever and whoever the source in their Disrespect, they shall know The Lord Has Spoken in His fury. I myself will stand beside these my people, let it be known...

[@KelleyFHolly]

CALLING ALL ANGELS NOW TO STOP THIS !!!!!!!

[@Numetalbabie]

Thank you for exposing this spread this please but it all over the news ❤️

[@withwingsaseagleeyes]

Don't forget this year to write in an Indigenous for POTUS and also for Canada as well when their election comes. Always a write in and Never for the Republican or Democratic Parties ever again, always for an Indigenous not brainwashed by the Oligarchy System we all are born under, namely The GOV/CORP/RCC System, we are all Numbers in this system and are collateral for those who rule.

[@fgkpev]

Write ins are not allowed in Canada,

[@withwingsaseagleeyes]

fgkpev Then get that one Indigenous on the Election ballot then :D

[@najbrzi28]

Where is Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump to protect American people?

[@hategreed1]

The Clintons have never pretended to be on the side of the People. They're just plain GENOCIDAL Devils. Trump, on the other hand, claims to want to make America great again. What's he doing then? Hasn't even shown up to support these Americans. Too busy planning his next billion $$ FRAUD.

[@doc7000]

let's be honest, the trumps and Clintons are good friends. anything one would do then so will the other.....

[@katroman6323]

najbrzi28 very good question.. Where is Obama? Not a word from his.. The courts said pipes could proceed .. Wrong Answer. Look the people are standing strong. If I could I surely would be there. Xx Kat

[@mynameislove7605]

Duane Craig Just like the hypocrisy of Clinton and Obama acting like friends when four years ago they were tearing each other down.

[@mynameislove7605]

***** I pray every day that Clinton will be put behind bars!

[@legacy1776sibes]

What's the patch on that guy's jacket @ 10:08?

[@ronniekassis6089]

David mongumory, i see you, my brother chuchansi yokuts srong waching frome fresno california

[@ISo.D3v1n3]

"Our prayers are stronger than your weapons" lol

[@margobrody8474]

I hope these indigenous people are being paid for their time. If anyone deserves a hand up it is them.

[@LisaC134]

I blame the President. He knows he has a responsibility to uphold the law and the native's treaties especially since ND's Governor will not but he's cowering and upholding a corporation. I am ashamed of him and for him. He's worried about his 'legacy', we should all spit on it. SHAME ON HIM!

[@pamkrimsky250]

On my Windows 10, the sound on here was horrendous....tripled.

[@jasonpenny5848]

I wish those people would pray and leave my great state.

[@mazieferreira7757]

Thank you so much, Amy Goodman for your great job! It is despicable that all of this has been going on in our country. Greed has taken over everything. Corporations have seem to forget that you can't drink gas or oil......Sad and disgusting.

[@murdoch3396]

It’s so nice to see a beautiful piece of infrastructure where these screaming mongrels, their garbage and beat up cars used to be.

[@margobrody8474]

What unmitigated crap. At present, no pipeline is under construction.

[@Th3AngryPooch]

this is what a protest looks like, not ferguson or baltimore

[@SMARTvoterWorld]

Ask the police officers why they're their. Paycheck?

[@margobrody8474]

If these Natural born people are fighting to protect their water. Why aren't they anywhere near the fracked sights. The pipeline is not being built on the American side of the border.

[@dulynoted2427]

Where is the President of the United States to make clear of the rights Native Indians and with their land have under the law?? What right does an oil company have in trampling these rights??

[@hostiletv1855]

Where's everyone at now?

[@anthonyalvarado7288]

If your still making excuses for this corrupt government wake up

[@Sarah-ny8lw]

Watching the officers smile makes my blood boil.

[@garythomason5605]

Thank you police for protecting the Peace from the trespassers dog-beating prayer sessions.

[@Wamsuo58u]

Police are simply fascists

[@maverick88005]

5:03 Is that Jordan?

[@starbaby2550]

it's time... to rise up, quit our jobs and stop pretending we're safe or comfortable, and ignoring our gift. the truth is we are the majority, not the royals. War sucks, but in this country, more than ever... good against bad is really real and unavoidable. peaceful tactics don't work. get strong, stay awake, keep moving, trust yourself.

[@brandonvessell4659]

Id join the protesters these are my people and my land

[@joanneadahk124]

we all need to get involved. this MUST end. this is NOT right.... :-/

[@mando8991]

Water is Life

[@Magusdlbr]

These excuses of "law enforcers" should be ashamed of themselves. They should know they represent evil.

[@catfishlol1498]

oil vs water, do these people realize you can buy water at the store now. just go buy water at walmart and let the oil flow to all of us.

[@conniewinslow755]

MrWhitty Mcnoodle Pants why should people buy water in plastic bottles made with damaging PVCs? It causes cancer so I won't drink from them. You can't drink oil. Water is life. Save our precious resource, water! Corporate greed shows no heart and the police are shameful in their actions. The world is learning what America is really doing to its own people, so what do they care about the rest of us. Wake up people of the world. I'm not living in America and I am sharing this with others on facebook. You cannot hide from your actions today.

[@erik10123]

I love you guys. if I was there I would sacrifice myself to show how they treat us here. Sad truth is the gov. doesn't care for your prayers. The world needs to see how disgusting the U.S gov is.

[@JoseRodrigues-kp4hn]

NO BIG ISSUE HERE MAN...JUST TRYING TO HAVE MORE RESOURCES...NATIVE PEOPLE WOULD BE THE FIRST TO USE THEM ...

[@briandelisle8583]

I am half sue I will defend my water no matter what the co consequences are

[@boblester8641]

What about Thacker Pass