Here is how to use your finger!
Posted on 09/28/2017 10:02:57 PM PDT by doug from upland
The Miami Dolphins are also part of the unpatriotic movement started by Colin Kaepernick that involves refusing to stand at attention for the national anthem. However, they are all starting to feel the consequences of their actions, with the Florida sheriffs office announcing that they will not be escorting the Dolphins to their games unless they stop with the disrespectful behavior. The local Miami police union supported the decision of the Broward County Sheriff’s Office and will not be doing any escorting either, reports The Sports Hall.
President of the International Union of Police Associations, Jeffrey Bell said, “I respect their right to have freedom of speech. However, in certain organizations and certain jobs you give up that right of your freedom of speech temporary while you serve that job or while you play in an NFL game.”
After four of their players protested the national anthem, the Dolphins organization released a statement in which they mentioned that while they encourage all players to stand it is not mandatory and is personal choice:
“We encourage all members of our organization to stand at attention during the national anthem out of respect and appreciation for the freedoms we are afforded as Americans. We also recognize that it’s an individual’s right to reflect during the anthem in different ways. We respect these liberties and appreciate the sacrifices that everyone has made for our country, especially on this day of remembrance. We hope today’s events will continue a respectful and thoughtful dialogue in our community on unity, inclusiveness and togetherness.”
The police association is well within their rights, and yet the liberals criticize their decision while at the same time they are praising the athletes for exercising their freedom of speech. If they advocate for freedom of speech and freedom of expression, that freedom has to extend to everyone.
The reality is, other than these athletes getting their fifteen minutes of fame, nothing productive is coming of their protests.
Great news! And I say, “If they take a knee, just give’em the FINGER!!”
And, bravo NRA, herein: https://youtu.be/z3j1ZKz7PWQ
Do Freepers really believe this?
Really?
Trump is right: This is anti-Americanism by the the Commissioner and the owners.
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They want to have the WFL (World Football League)
Follow the filthy $$.
For many on thi$ planet, nothing i$ more powerful.
During working hours, if an employee is taking actions that are doing harm to the business, yes, I believe that. It is astounding that you apparently do not.
If the boss is an ahole, an employee may believe it is his right to flip him off in the presence of other employees, but I am pretty sure that freedom of speech will result in termination.
LOVE IT!!!
Are penalties prescribed in the Code?
I know they are never enforced in this case, but, still...
Sheriff and police departments are required by the Constitution to escort football teams?
Let them hire private security instead.
I don’t think there are any penalties.
That’s not the 1st Amendment.
If you flip off your employer, he can fire you.
But the state or feds can’t mandate that you be fired.
Nobody (except for, perhaps, the military) gives up their 1st Amendment rights.
I find it astounding that your are astounded. ;)
The Freedom of Speech is not a Freedom from Consequences.
So, really, that code is just “suggestion”. Darn.
You are 100% correct.
To hell with the spoiled black brats. We are with you in Blue.
And just where, exactly, is it written that a public law enforcement agency is required to provide private security for a sports team?
It’s certainly not an equal protection issue.
It is freedom from consequences by the state.
Most assuredly.
Agree, traitor Powell supported the Muslim faggot twice.
When that code was enacted, guidelines were enough.
Maybe that is something congress can get around to in Trump’s second term of president.
Here is how to use your finger!
Outstanding cartoon!
Thanks for posting it!
BTT
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