Those occupying LA were not the only passionate people holding signs in Downtown LA last week. Across the street from Occupy LA, at the state courthouse, a few dozen Michael Jackson supporters are protesting the trial of Conrad Murray and demanding justice for their fallen hero. Tom Andrews was there, these are his photographs. Click for larger images.
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