 ACLU Takes Westboro's Side... |
| ACLU Takes Westboro's Side... |
 Jul 23 2006, 10:03 AM
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http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/conte...6072200643.html
Couple of questions about this: 1) Aren't most cemetaries privately owned? That is, it's private property so free speech doesn't apply? 2) Couldn't they arrest the protestors for harassment? -------------------- |
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Jul 23 2006, 10:25 AM
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 From Atlantis to Interzone Group: Global Moderators Posts: 2,512 Joined: 23-February 06 From: Somewhere in space and time Member No.: 65 |
Well, the law only applies to federal cemetaries.
Personally, I don't find it infringing on constitutional rights though. You know, the whole time, place, and manner thing. -------------------- QUOTE (Spectatrix @ Oct 13 2006, 09:51 PM)  Holy shit, pebkac, you're awesome! "Be who you are and say what you feel, because those who mind don't matter and those who matter don't mind." - Theodor Seuss Geisel (AKA Dr. Seuss) "An idea that is not dangerous is unworthy of being called an idea at all." - Oscar Wilde |
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Jul 23 2006, 01:57 PM
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 Oh baby bring me down  Group: Agents Posts: 4,115 Joined: 23-February 06 From: Way out yonder Member No.: 68 |
I wish they would have a protest outside their church every week.
-------------------- Southern Rock, beer and bears!
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Jul 23 2006, 06:02 PM
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 TANSTAAFL Group: Members Posts: 147 Joined: 22-February 06 From: The Woodlands, TX Member No.: 26 |
whats the quote, " I may not agree with what you say, but i'll defend to the death your right to say it"
in this case I may hate what they say... if you want to do something about these guys join up with the patriot guard riders http://patriotguard.org/ their mission statement is QUOTE The Patriot Guard Riders is a diverse amalgamation of riders from across the nation. We have one thing in common besides motorcycles. We have an unwavering respect for those who risk their very lives for America’s freedom and security. If you share this respect, please join us.
We don’t care what you ride, what your political views are, or whether you’re a "hawk" or a "dove". It is not a requirement that you be a veteran. It doesn't matter where you’re from or what your income is. You don’t even have to ride. The only prerequisite is Respect. Our main mission is to attend the funeral services of fallen American heroes as invited guests of the family. Each mission we undertake has two basic objectives. 1. Show our sincere respect for our fallen heroes, their families, and their communities. 2. Shield the mourning family and friends from interruptions created by any protestor or group of protestors. We accomplish the latter through strictly legal and non-violent means. -------------------- ~Clatto Verata Nicto
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Jul 23 2006, 08:29 PM
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From Atlantis to Interzone Group: Global Moderators Posts: 2,512 Joined: 23-February 06 From: Somewhere in space and time Member No.: 65 |
QUOTE (JStrider @ Jul 23 2006, 07:02 PM) whats the quote, " I may not agree with what you say, but i'll defend to the death your right to say it" in this case I may hate what they say... if you want to do something about these guys join up with the patriot guard riders http://patriotguard.org/ their mission statement is Yes. And I'd agree that they should have a right to say that as well. But there's absolutely no reason why they can't make their point outside of people's funerals. -------------------- QUOTE (Spectatrix @ Oct 13 2006, 09:51 PM) Holy shit, pebkac, you're awesome! "Be who you are and say what you feel, because those who mind don't matter and those who matter don't mind." - Theodor Seuss Geisel (AKA Dr. Seuss) "An idea that is not dangerous is unworthy of being called an idea at all." - Oscar Wilde |
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Jul 23 2006, 09:11 PM
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QUOTE (pebkac @ Jul 23 2006, 08:29 PM) But there's absolutely no reason why they can't make their point outside of people's funerals. They're complete and utter asswipes, that's why. -------------------- |
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Jul 23 2006, 09:23 PM
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I remember when I originally posted a story about these jackasses... It still makes my blood boil. If there is a funeral for a soldier in the D/FW area and these people show up I will make it a point to be there and make their protest an exercise in futility.
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Jul 23 2006, 10:20 PM
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From Atlantis to Interzone Group: Global Moderators Posts: 2,512 Joined: 23-February 06 From: Somewhere in space and time Member No.: 65 |
Oh, I can't wait until Fred Phelps dies. Just imagine who's going to be at his funeral.
-------------------- QUOTE (Spectatrix @ Oct 13 2006, 09:51 PM) Holy shit, pebkac, you're awesome! "Be who you are and say what you feel, because those who mind don't matter and those who matter don't mind." - Theodor Seuss Geisel (AKA Dr. Seuss) "An idea that is not dangerous is unworthy of being called an idea at all." - Oscar Wilde |
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Jul 23 2006, 11:12 PM
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 POTATO OLES Group: Members Posts: 1,602 Joined: 22-February 06 From: Newark, NJ Member No.: 17 |
Jesus?
-------------------- death to false dudes
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Jul 23 2006, 11:14 PM
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From Atlantis to Interzone Group: Global Moderators Posts: 2,512 Joined: 23-February 06 From: Somewhere in space and time Member No.: 65 |
Close. Mohammed.
-------------------- QUOTE (Spectatrix @ Oct 13 2006, 09:51 PM) Holy shit, pebkac, you're awesome! "Be who you are and say what you feel, because those who mind don't matter and those who matter don't mind." - Theodor Seuss Geisel (AKA Dr. Seuss) "An idea that is not dangerous is unworthy of being called an idea at all." - Oscar Wilde |
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Jul 24 2006, 12:39 AM
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I was raised on the dairy, BITCH! Group: Members Posts: 3,080 Joined: 23-February 06 From: Cedar Park Member No.: 49 |
QUOTE (pebkac @ Jul 23 2006, 11:14 PM) Close. Mohammed. with 70 virgins! -------------------- "Ah, y'know it's funny, these people they go to sleep, they think everything's fine, everything's good. They wake up the next day and they're on fire."
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Jul 24 2006, 12:41 AM
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POTATO OLES Group: Members Posts: 1,602 Joined: 22-February 06 From: Newark, NJ Member No.: 17 |
damn Mohammeds like Wu-tang Clan rollin 70 deep
-------------------- death to false dudes
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Jul 24 2006, 12:44 AM
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QUOTE (pysex @ Jul 24 2006, 01:39 AM) with 70 virgins! vikings alex, 70 vikings. -------------------- 32-bit whore
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Jul 24 2006, 12:46 AM
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I was raised on the dairy, BITCH! Group: Members Posts: 3,080 Joined: 23-February 06 From: Cedar Park Member No.: 49 |
QUOTE (Divergent Reality @ Jul 24 2006, 12:44 AM) vikings alex, 70 vikings. oh man! those suicide bombers are in for a surprise of a lifetime -------------------- "Ah, y'know it's funny, these people they go to sleep, they think everything's fine, everything's good. They wake up the next day and they're on fire."
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Jul 24 2006, 05:47 AM
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 N 0 t h i n g Group: Members Posts: 1,449 Joined: 23-February 06 Member No.: 54 |
The government has no problem limiting free speech when it comes to their conventions and speeches...
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