Protesters chanted songs against the present and former owners of the refinery, carried signs reading "We have the right to breath," and called for an end to pollution from the refinery, which they believe has resulted in untold health problems.
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"I'm tired of this refinery polluting our air, forcing us to breath filthy, dirty air and hurting us, hurting our communities," said Mark Clincy, a member of Philly Thrive, which organized the event.
Philly Thrive plans on taking a bus to New York for that auction, vowing to let the people's voice be heard.