Human Wall Blocks Man From Entering Philadelphia Town Hall

Town Hall Entry Denied

• 🚫 An individual, identified as Frankie Scales and a founder of @Surge_Philly, was prevented from entering a town hall event.
• 🏛️ The town hall was being held at Mother Bethel Church at Society Hill, hosted by Larry Kresner.
• 🧱 A human wall was formed by church members to block entry.

"Sacred Spaces" and "Blue Wall"

• 🗣️ Those blocking entry repeatedly stated the location was a "sacred space" and that the individual was "not coming in."
• 🔵 The group forming the wall was referred to as the "blue wall," with the individual noting they were being denied entry.
• ⚖️ The individual questioned the denial of entry, stating, "Why can't I come in?" and asserting they had a right to be there.

Confrontation and Accusations

• ✋ Physical contact was alluded to, with a warning: "You touch me, we're going to have a problem."
• 🚨 Threats of arrest were made by individuals involved in blocking entry.
• 🎭 The individual denied entry called the group "clowns" and questioned if their actions constituted a threat, labeling the event as "hateful."
• 📣 Despite claims of inclusivity, the individual felt they were being kept out and that the group could "handle their own."