Hmmmmmmmmmmmmm.
I must say, the article you posted has set a different alarm bell off. This to me smells like an attempt to completely discredit F/R and smear it's owner. So, we move from Gannon to F/R as a whole. Regarding the Illegals and open borders I am in complete agreement, but I, along with many others here are completely baffled and frustrated with the Bush strategy on this. Having said that, threads on illegal immigration turn into flame wars. Rather than discuss the topic of the thread, the trumpets blared, the soldiers showed and it was FreeperBattle time, completely unproductive, but a fantastic show for those who love to watch us fight amongst ourselves. I said then, and I'll say now, screaming at someone will not force them to see or agree with your point of view. If you want someone to understand your point of view, you need to share what you know, educate not agitate.. We all know this is a highly charged topic, and some want to keep it that way, so that fair, honest discussion CAN NOT take place. But that is not the point of this thread is it?
That sort of flaming behavior, has provided the very blood for the press. Freeper blood. We can not and will not let *them* divide us, by playing into their hands. Freepers are better than that. Mr.Gheen, has taken advantage of a 'perceived chip in the armor, and tried to turn it against the whole of site. I am taking note of THE CONSERVATIVE VOICE site, as it bears more scrutiny to it's fairness as well. My deepest thanks JimRob, for letting me stay around! ~ jj :)
Nail on the head BUMP!! to your entire post.
JesseJane:
"Mr.Gheen, has taken advantage of a 'perceived chip in the armor, and tried to turn it against the whole of site. "
That is incorrect. I support the opinions of the majority of Free Republic users. I want more done to control illegal immigration. I love the majority of posters at Free Republic. My disagreement is with what the management has been doing to affect discussion on this issue.
If you could read my banned threads, you would see that I have been hopeful Free Republic would be a powerful pressure for true immigration reform. There are many fine conservatives here and I have felt right at home until this recent purge.
William
Was that never more clearly exemplified in the flame wars concerning "Total Recall" election, too? Hoohah, did the MSM Gods in Olympus enjoy watching that one in here... (in addition to the trolls and DUers.
Jim Robinson has an obligation to himself to lay out his rules. And to ensure, he is not unfairly targetted for "dismantling" and because some posters are going WAY over the line. No different than managing a drunk at your own house party..