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To: A Navy Vet; Jim Robinson
Anyone here has the cojones to deal with it?

All I am saying is that one needs to be prepared for the possibility that consequences may go beyond a night in the drunk tank and a small fine.

My experience is in the prolife rescue movement. When it began, rescuers were released on recognizance. Then, they were held until bail was posted (many refused). When rescuers refused to cooperate by refusing to walk away from the clinic doors, the police applied pain compliance.

In the courts, the punishment went from dismissal of charges, to conviction and release with time served, to heavy fines and jail time.

Finally, D.A.'s came after selected leaders with RICO (Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act) charges.

My point is not to oppose or discourage direct action, including civil disobedience. I do caution that eyes need to be wide open. The power can and will come down hard, depending on the circumstances.

Also, it would be Jim's call, but we might want to consider if public discussion of this nature invites unwanted attention from the wrong people to this forum.

Matthew 10:15-17

15 Verily I say unto you, It shall be more tolerable for the land of Sodom and Gomorrha in the day of judgment, than for that city.

16 Behold, I send you forth as sheep in the midst of wolves: be ye therefore wise as serpents, and harmless as doves.

17 But beware of men: for they will deliver you up to the councils, and they will scourge you in their synagogues;

80 posted on 10/14/2013 5:11:09 AM PDT by don-o (Hit the FReepathon hard and fast! Nail this one for the Jimmer. Do it now!)
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To: don-o; A Navy Vet; All

FR does not advocate or condone violence or illegal acts.


81 posted on 10/14/2013 6:30:30 AM PDT by Jim Robinson (Resistance to tyrants is obedience to God!!)
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