A Few of FR's Finest.....Every Day 8-26-02

Billie and daisyscarlett

[daisyscarlett]

A Few of FR's Finest.....
......Every Day

FR is a Treasure Trove of talented, compassionate, patriotic, wonderful people who gather every day to discuss the latest news and issues;  salute
and support our military and our leaders;  tell a few jokes;  learn a new
word;  write poetry;  pray for those in need;  and congratulate those who
are deserving. Thank you, Jim Robinson, for giving us the vehicle in which
we can express ourselves.

Free Republic made its debut in September, 1996, and the forum was added in early 1997.  I
can remember lurking when there were only a few regulars who posted, and now there are over 60,000 who have registered for posting privileges. The forum is read daily by tens of thousands
of concerned citizens and patriots from all around the country and the world.

A Few of FR's Finest November 11, 2001

So many people have written me since my original Veteran's Day Tribute, asking how they, or a loved one, could be included in that tribute. Since I can no longer add the photos to the body of the thread, I've been including them in additional posts as I received enough to make another collage.

Still that doesn't seem to be enough. I think there's never been a better nor more appropriate time to keep the faces of our own Veterans and Active Military in front of FReepers--every day! That's why I wanted to do yet another Daily Thread .....ABOUT FReepers .....and FOR FReepers. But not only about our Military FReepers; for all FReepers! Wouldn't it be nice to get to know a few of the other FReepers as well? That's why, in addition to seeing FR's Finest Military Personnel every day, I thought it might be fun to feature a different FReeper (or FReepers) each day. If you would like to be pictured, or know someone who would, please FReepmail me and we'll turn the spotlight - on YOU - for the day!

And do let me know if you'd like your picture added to the groups of Veterans/Active Military below. I will keep this page updated, and continue to add them to the comment section of the original Veteran's Day thread as well.

TOP: Logos, SwedeGirl's hubby, Neil E Wright, FallGuy, 1John, Sneakypete
MIDDLE:  T'wit, COB1, LadyX, Dick Bachert, 68-69TonkinGulfYatchClub
BOTTOM:  YankeeinSC, Delta21, JoeSixPack1

TOP:  Bosniajmc, AFVetGal, Archy, A Navy Vet

MIDDLE:  4TheFlag, Aeronaut, 68Grunt, Xinga

BOTTOM:  Codger, AAABest, Clinton's A Liar, Duke809, dcwusmc

TOP:  mc5cents, Norb2569, LBGA's son, VanJenerette

MIDDLE:  Jim Robinson, KJenerette, davidosborne, KG9Kid

BOTTOM:  gwmoore, Equality7-2521, SAMWolf

TOP:  porgygirl, Phil V., MudPuppy, NorCoGOP

MIDDLE:  RaceBannon, OneidaM, rdb3, jwTexian

BOTTOM:  USMC Vet, TheMayor, Vineyard, rhododogma

TOP:  spectr17, RightOnline, SERE_Doc, Tet68

MIDDLE:  FutureSnakeEater, RightOnline's wife, CIApilot, Clamper1797
BOTTOM:  usmcobra, onedoug, DiverDave, Joe6-pack

                     

The D.C. Chapter of Free Republic is a high profile chapter. And, as such, we have high expectations of them. They have more than lived up to these high expectations. They make us proud on a regular basis. They enjoy a good reputation and work hard, together, to maintain their integrity.

What Have They Been Doing Recently?

The D.C. Chapter had a chapter meeting just yesterday (8/25/02) and on the agenda were items such as: How to Observe 9/11 Anniversary and How to Reach out to Conservative College Students.

Last Thursday (8/22/02) they were invited to attend Sean Hannity's promotional appearance in Washington, D.C. for the release of his first book, "Let Freedom Ring". This invitation was issued by Hannity through a mutual friend of the Chapter and Hannity.

D.C. Chapter attend Hannity book signing

Background and History of the D.C. Chapter

It is hard to know where to begin when highlighting the D.C. Chapter of FR. They have inspired us, informed us, delighted us and entertained us.

They are composed of many of FR's Finest. In fact, we initially approached one of the members of the D.C. Chapter for profiling on the Few of FR'S Finest Thread. This member politely declined and requested that we do the D.C. Chapter as a whole rather than single out individuals. So, therefore, we will attempt to do just that.

The D.C. Chapter began when MrConfettiMan invited people to join him in front of the White House. He showed up on September 26, 1998 with a sign that read GET OUT OF OUR HOUSE! and IT'S THE LAW, STUPID! (FIRE THE LIAR and JAIL TO THE CHIEF was his signature sign that MrConfettiMan used later).

Only one other person joined him marching in front of the White House for a couple of hours, and MrConfettiMan went home and wrote the first after-action report challenging the rest of us by asking, "I Was There, Where Were You?" The next week, 24 people showed up with handmade signs. Patriot, Doctor Raoul, Kristinn and Angelwood were in the first group of 24 protesters.

The official notice of the DC Chapter formation was posted on November 7, 1998 by MrConfettiMan and Patriot.

Today kristinn serves as the Warlord of the D.C. Chapter of Free Republic and Angelwood serves as the Ringleader of the D.C. Chapter of Free Republic. The D.C. Chapter and its members have won many Free Republic awards, with the D.C. Chapter being awarded Chapter of the Year on at least two occasions, and both Angelwood and kristinn being awarded Freeper of the Year on more than one occasion.

Freepin', freepin' and more freepin'...

To say that the D.C. Chapter has done many freeps is an understatement. This is D.C., after all, and there's always some liberal wacko in need of a FReeping, from politician to media mouthpiece. There are many creative people in the D.C. Chapter, and they sometimes show up in costumes (convict Bill Clinton and cellmate Hillary!, Hillary!'s brother the devil, a purple-haired hippie throwback, King Suckerfish, the Gorinch, Nurse Ratchet, and many more), and folks who make some very pithy signs, folks who go for humorous signs to get their point across, and folks who make some incredibly effective speeches.

You are now directed to kristinn's Profile Page, where he has bookmarked many of the D.C. Chapter FReeps.

The DC Chapter protested almost every Saturday in front of the White House from September 1998 through January 2001 (28 straight months). This photo was taken September 23, 2000 to celebrate two years of Freepin' at the White House.

Havin' fun..

The D.C. Chapter knows how to have fun. They have sponsored many events for all members of FR to attend.

At the top of the list of fun, of course, was the FRee Republic Inaugural Ball and Count the Silverware Party featuring Arkansas Governor Mike Huckabee and his band, Capital Offense.

Another fun event was a tour of the White House last August for 100 Freepers. It was a victory tour and was organizd through the office of Rep. Bob Barr.

One of the D.C. Chapter's favorite gathering spots in the D.C. area is Luigi's, where they would usually gather after one of the Freeps at Gore's House. This particular graphic is a 'doctored' photo of a few of the regular FReepers, enjoying pizza with the newly inaugurated President and Mrs. Bush and Vice President Cheney. (Hey, it could happen) :)

Left to right: Angelwood, Ironman, Doctor Raoul, Kristinn, Vice President Cheney, First Lady Laura Bush, and President Bush.

The Rally for America
was sponsored by D.C. Chapter on 4/21/02.

Rally For America After Action Report

WE HAVE SAVED THE BEST FOR LAST....

"GET OUT OF CHENEY'S HOUSE"
"SORE LOSERMAN"

Following the election of George W. Bush as President in 2000, VP Gore attempted to steal the election. Free Republic, in general, and D.C. Chapter of FR, in particular, were not about to let this happen.

For one month following the election, the D.C. Chapter sponsored daily and evening protest vigils outside the Vice President's residence. They were joined by FReepers from across the U.S.A who were in the area at various times during the month.

Through these protests, which were highly visible in the media, Free Republic let Mr. Gore, the media, the nation and the world know that we would not put up with the stealing of the election and that Mr. Gore should "Get out of Cheney's house !" He (and they) heard us.

For those of us who were unable to attend these FReeps, we lived vicariously through the D.C. Chapter. It has been stated by many on the Forums how reading FR daily about the VP Freeps is the only thing that got them through the nightmare of the Presidential Election aftermath in 2000.

Thanks to all who gave so much of their time, efforts, supplies and genius. In the eyes of many, the "Get Out of Cheney's House" and "Sore Loserman" Freeps rank second only to the March for Justice in significance and importance to Free Republic.

This photo was taken at the White House where FReepers met prior to journeying over to the VP's residence one day in November 2000.

Gore family upset by FReepers
VP Mansion Protest Report IV

You are now directed to the Profile Pages of Angelwood and tgslTakoma where you will find listed the numerous other activities and accomplishments of the D.C. Chapter of Free Republic.

CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL MEMBERS OF THE D.C. CHAPTER OF FREE REPUBLIC.

YOU ARE, INDIVIDUALLY AND COLLECTIVELY, SOME OF FR'S FINEST!

WEEKEND THREAD 8/24-25-02

[daisyscarlett]

Thanks for the cherry blossom photos. Can't do a post about D.C. without those beautiful cherry blossoms...

[Billie]

Kudos, partner! Fantastic tribute! You are one heck of an investigative reporter!

[daisyscarlett]

What a great post. I have read, in bits and pieces, of your interaction with the D.C. Freepers (and how very much that Gore Freep meant to you-IG) but this is the first I have seen of your experience in total. Thanks for sharing.....

[Billie]

To ALL the DC FReepers......I don't have the whole ping list, but to all of you, I wanted to say that I think you're wonderful! You're marvelous! You're stupendous! Thank you for being there all these years - never letting up until Gore was indeed out of Cheney's house!

[blackie]

FR Finest...Bump !!

Freedom Is Worth Fighting For !!

Molon Labe !!

[Endeavor]

Ditto to what Iowa Granny said. Ya'll are the best. Thanks for all you do, from flyover country.

[daisyscarlett]

Thank you very much, Billie. And you are a great motivator, graphics advisor, mentor, editor and proofreader and a halfway decent Boss, too. hee hee

Mama_Bear, same goes for you except the Boss part-you are just a worker bee like me-we get to have all the fun and glory(well, sometimes) while Billie gets the complaints and responsibility.

I luv and enjoy you both.

[Taxman]

Thank you for your most excellent post and the ping, daisyscarlett. I'm really blessed to be able to FReep with the DC Chapter.

Eagles Up!

[The Thin Man]

Excellent choice! The DC Freepers were about the only good thing during that dreadful period following the election.

[daisyscarlett]

We have gotten some FReepmail, like you dutchess, who cannot post at work but will join us later.

Here are some exerpts from the posts we got. I won't say their names, cause I don't want to get them "in trouble" at work.....

"It brings tears to my eyes and many memories to mind of the very special people who came out week after week and sometimes daily to protest a corrupt administration and the presidential candidate who tried to steal the election. There were also many people across the country who made special efforts to come to DC and join us for the regular Saturday protests and special events that we planned. I thank them all because the DC Chapter would not have been able to exist without their support."

and from another D.C. member:

While I'll never compare our work with those who've worn our nation's uniform, we've done okay the last four years:-)

[daisyscarlett]

Thanks for your post...I won't even have to do a special ping for Billie's ping a lings today. Still waiting for g'nad to check in....

[Diver Dave]

Back in my Navy days, our ship was awarded the Battle Efficiency E for high marks during an evaluation period.

The DC Chapter has, in my opinion, earned an E as well for their efforts during X42's disgraceful reign of terror on the American public. They manned the front lines of battle each week. Thank You.

Here's your "E" DC Chapter. Wear it proudly.

[BlessedAmerican]

Loved my thank you!

[daisyscarlett]

Good morning taxman. I am sorry I did not get a better photo of you and Dixie Sass holding up the signs at the Hannity book signing....But if folks look closely in the first graphic, they will see you in shadow to the far right...lol...

[Pippin]

GOOD DAY TO ALL!!!

[daisyscarlett]

I am so thrilled with the response to our tribute to the D.C. freepers. They were so special to so many of us during the post election fiasco last year. They gave us hope.....a most precious gift.

Thanks for your post.

[daisyscarlett]

Loved your E award to the D.C. Chapter. Thank you....I know they will appreciate it...They are a very humble group....Surely they must know how very special they are? Yet it does not seem to "have gone to their heads"....

[daisyscarlett]

Good morning Pip. You are close enough to D.C. that perhaps you can journey over there some time for one of their events, or have you already?

(The above graphic is from me to you for your Profile Page if you would like to have it. She reminds me of Pip with her almost red hair and braids and she has your sunny disposition)

[blackie]

Hohoho off to play we go... :o)

[Aquamarine]

Click on the pic