This has to be a first for me. Supporters and those against the recent efforts to bring a solid waste management facility to Arcadia Hills, NY have donned T-shirts. Supporters were dressed in yellow T-shirts "We support Arcadia Hills" and those against "No landfill" had white T-shirts. Meeting at the Newark High School to discuss the matter, I'm sure it was a wondrous cavalcade of T-shirts.
The issue of a landfill is not the subject here. Its the matter of using T-shirt to send a message and show solidarity. Much like cheering and applause denotes support, so too do the number of T-shirts. Its a psychological issue. If, say, the number of yellow (supporting) T-shirts outnumbered the white (against) T-shirts by 2:1, then it indicates the majority want the item or service. Does that make the minority position any less valid? It may prompt even more action on the minority showing to do more to make their point here and accepted.
Should those who attend be forced to wear a colored T-shirt either for or against? Imagine having to wear a red t-shirt with the slogan, "I don't care. I just want to know the decision."
Point here is, if you want your message to be heard and seen, wear a T-shirt with your cause clearly stated.
Love the idea! Tee shirts and causes!
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