Thousands of people are lined up at the USC campus to see President Barack Obama drum up support for two high-profile Democrats locked in tight races. A security crew is inspecting people lined up as the president prepares to speak at a fundraiser Friday morning for Senator Barbara Boxer. He will later address a Democratic rally at Alumni Park on campus alongside Boxer and gubernatorial candidate Jerry Brown.The large crowds include a smattering of political demonstrators focused on various California ballot issues, including the gubernatorial race, the marijuana initiative and the military's don't ask-don't tell policy banning openly gay troops.
The event is free and open to the public. Space is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Gates open at 10 a.m. and the program begins at 11 a.m. Entertainer Jamie Foxx and rock group Ozomatli are scheduled to perform.
Attendees should bring as little as possible; security will be tight. Prohibited items include: laptop computers, sharp objects, metal or plastic drink bottles, folding chairs, backpacks and bags or purses larger than a standard sheet of paper, all posters or signs of any size. No food or drink can be carried in. Small cameras will be permitted.
Attendees should enter from Trousdale Parkway, south of W. 34th Street.
With multiple street closures around the university planned, people are encouraged to take public transit to the event. However, Metro said security may require some bus lines to be detoured from their regular routes. The Silver Line is expected to be a popular option for travelers from the San Gabriel Valley, with stops at Union Station, 7th Street/Metro Center in downtown Los Angeles and near the USC campus.
For those who drive, limited public parking will be at the Parking Center and Parking Structure 1 (PS1).
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