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The Occupy Wall Street movement arrived in the Volunteer State Friday perched in the Marble City's Market Square.
Hundreds of artists made their presence known in the downtown area from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. as the protesters and other supporters whom are rallying against economic inequality and corporate greed. Nay-Sayers, however, are wondering where all the money generated by this so-called "creative protest" are going. Some say the answer is obvious when you look at music mogul, Jay-Z, who is reportedly selling T-shirts with "Occupy All Streets" through his Rocawear clothing line.
The Knoxville movements Facebook page explained it was born to serve as an "informational and conversational forum in solidarity with the Occupy Wall Street Movement born on September 17, 2011 in NYC." By the time the movement arrived in Knoxville, its Facebook page grew nearly 3,000 supporters strong.
Ardent supporter, Rose Hawley says her fellow supporters intend to be peaceful and proactive not angry. Hawley said media footage showing the arrest of several Nashville protesters was disturbing for her.
"Why is homeland security involved? Why did Gov. Haslam sign off on that? It really disturbs me, the level of government involvement," said Hawley.
Disturbed yet unmoved by the response, Hawley says the groups target will continue to focus on the richest 1% and alleged "corporate greed."
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