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LIBERALS ASSAULT CITIZENS AT FLORIDA TOWN HALL MEETING
Real Clear Politics ^

Posted on 08/07/2009 5:10:24 AM PDT by tonyome

Shortly thereafter, violence erupted, where there were 2-3 big goons came out and started pushing those in line, and roughing up one in the corner (see top left screen) as well as another being put in a choke hold.

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TOPICS: Crime/Corruption; Culture/Society
KEYWORDS: assault; castor; liberals; townhall; violence
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To: Mad Dawgg
All that is necessary for evil to triumph is for good men to do nothing.........
61 posted on 08/07/2009 6:29:47 AM PDT by cbkaty (I may not always post...but I am always here......)
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To: ClearCase_guy
"...But apparently you want to beat them with polite discussion..."

Yeah, why don't we just bake them some cookies?

62 posted on 08/07/2009 6:31:23 AM PDT by I Buried My Guns
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To: tonyome

if they come back to DC after a month of this and still pass Obamacare, CWII will be on


63 posted on 08/07/2009 6:54:11 AM PDT by Buckeye McFrog
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To: Buckeye McFrog

Perhaps, rather than CW (Civil War) II, the more accurate designation might be AR (American Revolution) II...

We have no intention of losing this one.....


64 posted on 08/07/2009 7:04:34 AM PDT by Uncle Ike (Rope is cheap, and there are lots of trees...)
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To: FrankR

“Where are all the people who showed up in Tallahassee when the left was meeting in a back room trying to “fix the vote” when Bush defeated gore in 2001. They got their message out - loud and clear - and they filled the streets.”

Well one of them is right here.


65 posted on 08/07/2009 7:18:29 AM PDT by fatrat (extremely extreme right-wing radicalized veteran)
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To: fatrat
"Well one of them is right here. "

Well, good for you! I used to live in Perry, and I was proud to see you all take on the "chad" fights...and WIN.
66 posted on 08/07/2009 7:26:47 AM PDT by FrankR (We are only enslaved to the extent of charity we receive....INCUMBENTS OUT!!!)
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To: FrankR

“Well, good for you! I used to live in Perry, and I was proud to see you all take on the “chad” fights...and WIN.”

I don’t live in Florida, I drove over from Mississippi and spent several days there. I had never been active in politics before but i could not stand by and watch the Florida and Chicago thugs steal that election.


67 posted on 08/07/2009 7:40:31 AM PDT by fatrat (extremely extreme right-wing radicalized veteran)
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To: fwdude
But, if I was a rep at these meetings, these outbursts would not sway my decision ONE BIT.

You don't get it. These people show up with their mind ALREADY made up.

The only thing that will sway them is seeing the anger of the People for themselves.

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From what's been posted, every thing was fine until the goons showed up, so don't point fingers at people's behavior because they REFUSE to be pushed around by political bullies anymore.

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We're COMING Washington....and we're PISSED!

68 posted on 08/07/2009 7:49:06 AM PDT by MamaTexan (~ NO ONE is 'subject to the jurisdiction' of an illegitimate government! ~)
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To: MrB

There I go again- my brain and typing are not always hooked together - thanks for making me think about “the die being cast.” Should have known better....


69 posted on 08/07/2009 8:36:37 PM PDT by Sioux-san
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To: fwdude

Lighten up - I am only asking you a question and not putting words in your mouth. You are doing a good job all on your own. By your last statement, you are still prepared to give the Media their “sound bite” of those “Nazis pushing back hard on our poor officials.” If we are daunted by criticism from the Left, and believe moral equivalency in tactics, then we’re doomed. Even Jesus blew his stack and raged through the temple. Should we do any less? WE’re already the Enemy of the STate, so what’s the difference?


70 posted on 08/07/2009 8:41:55 PM PDT by Sioux-san
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To: Sioux-san
Lighten up - I am only asking you a question and not putting words in your mouth.

From your post:
So, are you saying that if we keep talking politely, or just don’t even show up, that will “sway” these Statist tyrrants another direction?

None of which I said.

Let me ask an honest question: Are there particular ways to protest what these socialist legislators are doing that are NOT advantageous to liberty's cause? If so, what are they?

I don't think we disagree one iota on the diabolical nature of the left and the urgency to push back as hard as possible. I think we're just not in agreement on method. I want the most effective means in fighting the leftists to be employed - toward the same goal. Understand? Laser sharp debate, boldly and loudly exposing the left's lies (not hard to do), apologetically calling a spade a spade, writing well-composed letters to the editor - all of these are excellent means to push back, as well as attending town hall meetings and being heard. Townhall.com does an excellent job of posting articulate pieces from some of the best conservative minds to be found. I want more of this type of debate at actual town hall meetings.

71 posted on 08/07/2009 9:14:54 PM PDT by fwdude (Be still, my soul: the waves and winds still know His voice who ruled them while He dwelt below.)
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To: fwdude

Dude - time out - I agree with you. However, the Left has figured out the attention span of the Media (less than 10 seconds). YOu don’t get to go on and on if you are from the Patriot side. YOu don’t get to debate at these forums. You get a few minutes to let your congressperson know how angry you are. Letters to the editor and conservative journals are good for preaching to the choir. We simply have to get the majority back in the House come 2010. That’s where we need to be putting most our energy and $$$, I think. I will go to Tea Parties (show of numbers is good). If you are saying that we need to keep ourselves disciplined and not ranting lunatics, you are absolutely correct - no sense giving CNN its 5 second spot of the Nazis Gone Wild!


72 posted on 08/08/2009 11:40:47 AM PDT by Sioux-san
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To: Sioux-san
I'm glad we agree. Yes, we need to have a blowout come 2010 and 2012. If we can keep the momentum going with the unwitting media covering the town halls, perhaps this can produce a seachange.

I'm having a change of heart about the protests at the meetings, especially after reading about and seeing some of the goon tactics perpetrated by the leftists. The disruptions are getting attention, and that's a great thing - especially when the congresscum are parroting leftist talking points incessantly. They need to be called out as liars immediately.

73 posted on 08/08/2009 11:57:57 AM PDT by fwdude (Be still, my soul: the waves and winds still know His voice who ruled them while He dwelt below.)
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To: fwdude

Dingell in Detroit was shocked at the outrage shown in his townhall forum. I doubt if these guys ever had a handful of people come to these things. Well, never before has the Govt. encroached so aggressively and negatively into our lives. This health care sham legislation allows the feds full access to our bank accounts and personal records. You will have no other choice. This is every much a turning point for our country as 1776 and 1860 and WW2. The Sleeping Giant awakens once again! Our survival as free people is at stake. I am not afraid of the Goons, especially the big ones in the WH - I want them afraid of me.


74 posted on 08/08/2009 12:07:37 PM PDT by Sioux-san
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