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Protesters allege excessive police force at Denver rally; activists urge removal of Lockheed Martin and Palantir from city
Summary
Speakers at the March 24 Denver City Council public comment session alleged that Denver Police used heavy force and surveillance at a recent pro-Palestine protest and called on the city to end ties with defense contractors Lockheed Martin and Palantir.
At the March 24 Denver City Council public comment session, members of Denver Antiwar Action and other advocates alleged that Denver Police Department officers used excessive force during a recent protest and that the city should cut ties with companies they described as "war profiteers."
Elliot Howe, who identified himself with Denver Antiwar Action, said two protesters were detained and "slammed to the ground" after a march and alleged the arrests…
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