Badray, why do you think the mother did not take part, but stood off to the side and watched what happened? Do you think she disagreed with what they were doing?
They said on Fox News (or maybe I read it here somewhere) that she has a 2-year old child with her also, so she had to stay on the sidelines with the 2-year-old.
No, not at all. I think she was there to record the arrest if it somehow got ugly and to arrange for a lawyer or bail if needed. Especially coming from out of town, having one family member not in jail was a wise strategic move.
In all of your FReeps, haven't you encountered young Freepers with their parents? Have you spoken to them? I find them to be very intelligent, well versed, and quite articulate. I've seen them debate adults like they were adults.
I do agree that on the 'other side' there is indoctrination and parroting, but very little education. THAT is abusive.
Now, help me out here buddy. I just told someone that you are one of the good guys. ;-)