WLWT Eyewitness News 5 's Mark Kahler reports that while Cincinnati s honored to host the conference, there are problems that go along with the privilege. Protest groups, comprised of some of the same people that protested at the Seattle World Trade Organization meeting, are calling for people to come to Cincinnati to protest the conference. Many local Cincinnati groups, such as The Coalition for a Humane Economy and the Cincinnati Direct Action Collective, are offering housing and trainings to outside groups. According to Kahler, the protesters have obtained a permit to have a demonstration on Fountain Square, involving 300 people. In addition, they also have a permit for a parade downtown involving 3,000 demonstrators.
Barricades are already out on the square.
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