Posted on 04/06/2006 4:35:26 PM PDT by sauropod
We had 32 people on hand for today's event. The other side had maybe 15.
Honor roll for today is as follows: tgsltakoma (tiggles), BufordP, cindy_true_supporter, Mr/Mrs Trooprally, BillF, hellinahandcart, TBP, AGreatPer, W04Man, imacman, chickenhawk, justanobody, gate2wire, iraqikurd, and trueblackman (very late. He was looking at the Cherry Blossoms). The healing heroes included Ryan, Wes, Wild Bill, Bill, Rex, Jerry, Arnold, Cole, Brian, John and a few others.
On a bright sunny spring day in Dee Cee, Fred Phelps' caravan of irrational people descended on both Capitol Hill and Walter Reed Army Medical Center. Others can talk to what happened at the Capitol (I was not there), but we had quite a bit of fun defending and honoring the troops and giving the Westboro Baptists what for.
We got to WR around 2 pm to set up. The Phelpsians had posted on their website that they had a permit for 2:45 - 3:30 pm in front of the Medical Center. When we got there, a group of healing heroes were on hand to lend their opinion to the upcoming protest. They knew that the God Hates Fags People (GHFP) would not be permitted to protest untaunted.
Here is a picture of them setting up on the corner in front of WR:
We began setting up the MOAB. Here Buford works on the banner (It's a rare thing to get a picture of Buford actually working. He's complaining about actually breaking a sweat.):
I gave an interview to the WaPo and to CNS. I had a sign that said, "Fred Phelps: Lifelong Democrat." The WaPo reporter saw that and made a beeline over to get the interview. The WaPo reporter kept asking if I agreed with the Phelpsians that God was punishing America because of homosexuality. I replied by Phelps' logic, God must really not like Americans that drive cars because of all the Americans that die in car crashes every year (far more than the Servicemembers getting killed over in theater). The WaPo reporter said that I basically agreed with Phelps's point of view and that the differences were just a matter of respect. I disagreed with this, stating that Phelps said "God Hates Fags." I said that that was not true, God hates the sin and loves the sinner.
Phelps's group arrived late (they did not show until after 3 pm).
They had many "charming" signs and began setting up on the far corner. They also had quite a few American flags that they proceeded to drag on the ground, stomp on, and spit on during their half-hour protest.
We countered, linking their actions to those of Code Pinko. W04Man had a great sign doing just that:
Fred's brood had many offensive signs to whet the media's appetite.
The Media in attendance included WaPo, CNS, and the Army Times. It was also reported that Channel 7 was there for a little while.
Arriving at almost the same time as they did was Rolling Thunder and RT was joined by a FReeper Chickenhawk on his own bike. Here he is givin' 'em some gas.
RT did the Lord's work revving up their bikes (even if they just were Harleys ;-) and drowning out their weird chants.
Phelpsians are a strange bunch. Here is somebody thanking God for maimed soldiers (I kid you not):
Here, Uncle Sam is in the crosshairs and the Westboro Baptists triumphantly declare that "God Hates You." The expression on the RT's face is priceless.
These next couple of pictures just speak for themselves:
As I mentioned before, the GHFP really like to dishonor the flag.
There was a broad in the pink shirt (see photo below) that insisted on taking a picture of me and everybody else. We were definitely being monitored and cataloged.
RT really got under the GHFPers skin. Here is one of them chewing out the local RT leader for having such a loud bike:
We continued to give them hell. Here is my lovely bride, Elizabeth Crocker, who decided at the last minute to out Fred Phelps personally.
Finally, their permit time was up and they got ready to leave:
They were escorted and serenaded down the street by the healing heroes.
And finally, they became insignificant. No media, no adoring throngs of leftists. No nothing. They sure look lonely.
We never forget who we are doing this for. It's amazing to me that there is not more outrage over this. Our troops deserve better.
"Another member, Buford Demming, 48" --- I he related to the Takoma Park Demmings?
Like the Ben Stagg quote.
They have a god of hate. I wonder if his name is allah?
Thanks for giving 'em hell!
Is Buford Demming related ...
Yes, Baptists are independent of any authority outside the Bible and the congregation. Disavowing, and disassociating with people of Phelps ilk, who had a knowledge of the truth and turn from it, is the worst that can be done.
Phelps calling himself a Baptist doesn't make him one, any more than putting a license plate on a skateboard makes it an automobile.
I wish these pukes would have the guts to demonstrate when working people would have a chance to confront them.
I was very proud of that. Plus, the Iranian flag hanging from I'M A HAG's pocket.
Thank you for being there to counter these pieces of clinton. Thank you for being there for our guys.
Any idea what Code Stink thinks of them? Or the DUmmies? Seems to me they should hook up; they all hate America and the troops. DUmmies should like the flag desecration too..
Can you pls save this one to the pc?
It was. There was one guy that appeared on a corner opposite to them. He had just returned from Iraq and did not understand what they were about. I explained the Phelpsian phenomenon to him and he got real pissed. He walked behind them and away from them NB on Georgia Ave and he had tears in his eyes when he did so.
I followed him to ensure he did not lose his cool. I thought he really was going to (rightfully) fly into a rage.
I think we'll need an exorcism.
We wondered the same thing.
The Takoma Park Deming's are a large and storied clan.
Whisky Tango Foxtrot? You have me confused w/ somebody else?
Who is Emmett?
What are you accusing me of?
Just saved it, sweetie. :D
Awesome AAR.
WTG DC Chapter.
God Bless our Troops.
The pic of the woman standing on the flag would be enough to set me over the edge. Wish I could buy that soldier with tears a drink (if he wanted one) to let him know others are trying to hold it in also.
>>>He had just returned from Iraq and did not understand what they were about. I explained the Phelpsian phenomenon to him and he got real pissed. He walked behind them and away from them NB on Georgia Ave and he had tears in his eyes when he did so.<<<
I am very impressed with this soldier and his composure...His tears cause mine--Where do we get such people?
How is Mrs Pod doing? I really have to get down to DC for one of these things.
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