No, I don't think they get it at all. In fact, I think we probably scare them a bit. I don't mean the Mike Vanderboeghs of the world, I mean the people who spoke against what he said. I think they were a bit taken back we didn't just condemn the idea outright.
No, they do not consider revolt to be legitimate. I think the kind of people at Bradys would stand idly by while people were stuffed in the cattle cars. What's even worse, I think, is that they probably firmly believe it could just never happen here. I hope they are right, but I also hope my house doesn't burn down, and suspect it won't. Still, I'm not about to drop my homeowners policy.
Sheesh, if that is getting their panties in a bunch, wait until they hear from this loon:
"It is in vain, sir, to extenuate the matter. Gentlemen may cry, Peace, Peace-- but there is no peace. The war is actually begun! The next gale that sweeps from the north will bring to our ears the clash of resounding arms! Our brethren are already in the field! Why stand we here idle? What is it that gentlemen wish? What would they have? Is life so dear, or peace so sweet, as to be purchased at the price of chains and slavery? Forbid it, Almighty God! I know not what course others may take; but as for me, give me liberty or give me death! "
Did you intentionally omit who made that statement?
I could be wrong, but that sounds like John Adams. Of course, the British had landed an army and were already occupying Boston at the time he made this statement.
I might also note that this was after an attempt by the British to clear out the armory in Lexington. Even though the British troops were ripped apart as they returned to Boston, that was only after they had ripped apart the farmers who had formed up on the green to stop them. I'm not real keen on being in the position of one of the farmers facing the British when the "Shot Heard 'Round the World" was fired. How 'bout you?
Ed, I did leave off the author on purpose, who, as it was pointed out by GrumpyOldFart, was Patrick Henry.
And no, I don't care to be one of the farmers. But should I find myself there, I hope I can stand up and do what needs to be done.
The Bradys will happily assemble the tracks, the cattle cars, the man power needed to stuff them, and then ignore what happens as long as the Chiiiildren are 'safe'.
"Of course, the British had landed an army and were already occupying Boston at the time he made this statement."
And the communist left that would take away our freedom have NOT occupied DC?
"one that comes to mind is, "They need killin'.""
Isn't there already a law in Texas by that terminology?
Russell, I'm retired. Do you really expect me to keep track of what day it is? I have no shame.
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No, I don't think they get it at all. In fact, I think we probably scare them a bit. I don't mean the Mike Vanderboeghs of the world, I mean the people who spoke against what he said. I think they were a bit taken back we didn't just condemn the idea outright.
No, they do not consider revolt to be legitimate. I think the kind of people at Bradys would stand idly by while people were stuffed in the cattle cars. What's even worse, I think, is that they probably firmly believe it could just never happen here. I hope they are right, but I also hope my house doesn't burn down, and suspect it won't. Still, I'm not about to drop my homeowners policy.
Sheesh, if that is getting their panties in a bunch, wait until they hear from this loon:
"It is in vain, sir, to extenuate the matter. Gentlemen may cry, Peace, Peace-- but there is no peace. The war is actually begun! The next gale that sweeps from the north will bring to our ears the clash of resounding arms! Our brethren are already in the field! Why stand we here idle? What is it that gentlemen wish? What would they have? Is life so dear, or peace so sweet, as to be purchased at the price of chains and slavery? Forbid it, Almighty God! I know not what course others may take; but as for me, give me liberty or give me death! "
What utter rubbish! Tinfoil hat ravings!
I think the kind of people at Bradys would stand idly by while people were stuffed in the cattle cars.
I think the kind of people at Bradys would help stuff people like us in the cattle cars.
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Russell,
Did you intentionally omit who made that statement?
I could be wrong, but that sounds like John Adams. Of course, the British had landed an army and were already occupying Boston at the time he made this statement.
I might also note that this was after an attempt by the British to clear out the armory in Lexington. Even though the British troops were ripped apart as they returned to Boston, that was only after they had ripped apart the farmers who had formed up on the green to stop them. I'm not real keen on being in the position of one of the farmers facing the British when the "Shot Heard 'Round the World" was fired. How 'bout you?
Um, Ed... the name of the guy who made the "liberty or death" speech was Patrick Henry.
I actually don't think the Bradys are the cattle car stuffing types. Josh Sugarmann might be though :)
Hey, nice countdown clock and thanks for the "when and where" idea. Which I stole. So we're even, even though I wasn't keeping track.
Kevin, just had to say that you totally rock and If I get the good fortune to meet you, I'm buying the first round...
Doh! Now I have a palm print on my forehead.
I guess I just kind of skipped over the end 'cause I was already thinking that John Adams made exactly the same arguments.
Kevin, just had to say that you totally rock and If I get the good fortune to meet you, I'm buying the first round...
Fair enough. Thanks!
Ed, I did leave off the author on purpose, who, as it was pointed out by GrumpyOldFart, was Patrick Henry.
And no, I don't care to be one of the farmers. But should I find myself there, I hope I can stand up and do what needs to be done.
The Bradys will happily assemble the tracks, the cattle cars, the man power needed to stuff them, and then ignore what happens as long as the Chiiiildren are 'safe'.
Russell, they'll have a different slogan then, and the one that comes to mind is, "They need killin'."
Ironic, ain't it?
"Of course, the British had landed an army and were already occupying Boston at the time he made this statement."
And the communist left that would take away our freedom have NOT occupied DC?
"one that comes to mind is, "They need killin'.""
Isn't there already a law in Texas by that terminology?
DJ,
Indeed!
But suggesting doublethink on a Friday, sir? Have you no shame!
Russell, I'm retired. Do you really expect me to keep track of what day it is? I have no shame.
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