October 17, 2011 
A potential list of demands for the occupy movement has finally presented itself. I’m still working on a post covering my overall thoughts – this will have some effect, but my main points of contention remain. Here it is, for those of you inclined to peek at it – I’ll pick it apart in detail later today/as I have time to do so!
The living, breathing manifesto
This is a constantly adapting document – and it’s a meaty one. I’ll explain more in detail, but my immediate thoughts –
- This seems like a lot of policy, very quickly
- Many of the issues are overtly partisan
- Explanations of propositions are simplistic and full contextual links are not always provided
- Too many issues at once risks alienating potential supporters more then it will attract them
- A significant portion of the movement feels that publishing any demands is wrong, and it speaks volumes of their motives
It’s important to note that this isn’t an “Official” policy brief. It’s the closest thing the movement has to one, however.
The Skeptic Conservative 
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