More than 40 demonstrators protest at Wells Fargo

12/13/04

Protesters with signs and American flags stunned a Temecula, Calif. Wells Fargo bank when more than 40 protesters greeted arriving customers Saturday, December 11.Worthless ID

Protesters were posted on either side of the entrance/exit driveway and spilled out along the length of the sidewalk.

Signs and flags waved. Signs read:

Bank-goers gawked. Passing motorists honked. The Well Fargo management fumed.

Many Wells Fargo customers spoke to us protesters.

The banks that DO NOT accept the Matricula Consular ID, were listed on a flyer we had printed up, which we distributed. We spoke to customers, who approached us, about illegal aliens' usage of the Matricula Consular ID.

In short, we had the opportunity to educate the general public.

One bank manager frequently stood on the stoop of the bank, arms folded, scowling. A seasoned security guard eventually stood at attention at the bank doors.

We think it is safe to assume Wells Fargo was abuzz with talk of the protest!

Wells Fargo called the police.

An officer walked among us and told us to remain on the sidewalk, which we were, of course, doing. We were polite and courteous to the officer and told her we would comply with all laws. We thanked her.

Fifteen minutes later, Wells Fargo had another officer come upon the scene. He too walked among us and told us we must remain on the sidewalk. And, again, we assured the officer we would follow all laws. We thanked him.

Our numbers were large enough that we fanned out and covered both sides of the street, as a Bank of America is across the street from Wells Fargo. So we were able to also protest in front of Bank of America too.

The protest was a great success. We will be holding future bank protests and will keep you posted on dates and locations. Hope you can join us!

Robin Hvidston

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