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9th Circuit Court: Wearing unearned military medal is protected by Constitution
Stars and Stripes ^ | 1/13/16 | Egelco

Posted on 01/13/2016 6:32:03 AM PST by pabianice

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The 9th Circus does it again.
1 posted on 01/13/2016 6:32:03 AM PST by pabianice
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Wow. That court is terrible.


2 posted on 01/13/2016 6:33:12 AM PST by b4its2late (A Liberal is a person who will give away everything he doesn't own.)
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To: pabianice

That’s not free speech—it’s outright deception.


3 posted on 01/13/2016 6:34:06 AM PST by Pearls Before Swine
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So now fraud is considered free speech? Ok...


4 posted on 01/13/2016 6:36:41 AM PST by pgyanke (Republicans get in trouble when not living up to their principles. Democrats... when they do.)
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To: Pearls Before Swine
Just more making honest men criminals

Marines (or other military) that stand up and confront a charlatan can now be charged with a hate crime

Maybe they should just walk by, cap 'im, and keep on walkin'

Leave the eyes and accusations to God

5 posted on 01/13/2016 6:38:07 AM PST by knarf (I say things that are true .... I have no proof ... but they're true.)
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Or just ignore them for the losers they are...


6 posted on 01/13/2016 6:41:34 AM PST by Resolute Conservative
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We will simply look the other way when some real soldiers take care of the faker behind some corner.

“Take care” = Beat the living s*^t out of him.

Problem solved.


7 posted on 01/13/2016 6:41:50 AM PST by Da Coyote
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It is a looney court! 9th Circus, indeed.


8 posted on 01/13/2016 6:42:31 AM PST by Lopeover (2016 Election is about allegiance to the United States)
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To: knarf

Is it assault & battery to drench someone with an ice cold bucket of water?

In this case, phony vets. In other cases, militant Muslims.

Thoughts?


9 posted on 01/13/2016 6:42:33 AM PST by elcid1970 ("The Second Amendment is more important than Islam.")
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To: pabianice

Could I wear a uniform and impersonate a police officer? Could I wear boots, a heavy coat and helmet and impersonate a fireman? Could I wear a white coat and stethoscope, and impersonate a doctor? What about a robe and/or any other facial makeup and impersonate a 9th Circuit Court judge? Could I do any of those under the guise of freedom of expression?


10 posted on 01/13/2016 6:47:26 AM PST by Lou L (Health "insurance" is NOT the same as health "care")
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I’m sure, hell I’m convinced that ALL of these stolen valor guys are hung like gerbils and they are “compensating” for their “short comings.”

Why else would you do it?

GDit, if you want to wear the F’n uniform, earn it like the rest of us.

But then again I’m sure these guys also have a wall full of “participation trophy’s.”


11 posted on 01/13/2016 6:49:30 AM PST by areukiddingme1 (areukiddingme1 is a synonym for a Retired U.S. Navy Chief Petty Officer and tired of liberal BS.))
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Yep! Or publicly expose them for the frauds they are. We now have more people claiming to be Vietnam Vets than ever served in country.


12 posted on 01/13/2016 6:49:57 AM PST by Dusty Road (")
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To: pabianice

The purpose of that ruling was to further destroy the traditions, heritage, and values of the United States of America.With the full approval of a majority of voters in the last two elections, it is now full speed ahead. Throughout history, Militaries of the World have recognized the accomplishments of their members through various means. Awarding medals to them was one of these ways. Rulings such as these cheapen the award to the one that earned it to almost nothing because now every Tom, Dick, and Harry can open a box of Cracker Jacks, go into a pawn shop, go to a yard sale or flea market, or simply order one online. Pin it on their clothes and go strutting around like a Bantam Rooster. the wearing of any medal that is meant to be a military recognizment of achievement, either personal or group should be a criminal offense.


13 posted on 01/13/2016 6:55:18 AM PST by sport
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Yes, but it doesn't matter at all. Just ask the voters of CT who elected Blumenthal after all his made up military lies! It's outright deception as you said, but seems the voters and now the courts don't care. Unbelievable!
14 posted on 01/13/2016 7:06:18 AM PST by GizzyGirl
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To: pabianice

Under the same logic, counterfeit money should be legal. It would be protected free speech or freedom of expression, or whatever.


15 posted on 01/13/2016 7:48:18 AM PST by kidd
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They are right. Wearing something doesn’t mean it’s fraud. Using it to get something in return because of it, IS FRAUD and then should be charged accordingly.


16 posted on 01/13/2016 8:25:00 AM PST by TribalPrincess2U (0bama's agenda�Divide and conquer seems to be working.)
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Having counterfeit money is not illegal. Passing it along to buy something is illegal.


17 posted on 01/13/2016 8:26:48 AM PST by TribalPrincess2U (0bama's agenda�Divide and conquer seems to be working.)
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To: pabianice

Awarded. Medals are awarded, not earned or won. Ignorant judges.


18 posted on 01/13/2016 9:43:25 AM PST by ViLaLuz (2 Chronicles 7:14)
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The 9th Circus does it again.

Why yes, I'm a member of the Ninth U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in San Francisco....see my black robe?

19 posted on 01/13/2016 12:05:15 PM PST by archy (Whatever doesn't kill you makes you stronger. Except bears, they'll kill you a little, and eat you.)
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Disgusting.


20 posted on 01/13/2016 12:06:13 PM PST by Jane Austen (Boycott New Orleans.)
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