Ed or PJ in DC for Inauguration?

U R A Crazy Breed

EquallyWorthless wrote:

Why is it a common misconception in your country that being critical of the government and speaking out against things is anti American?

"You have the right to free speech, if your actually dumb enough to try it." - Joe Strummer

because America went from being the most educated country in the world to being a nation of dumbed=down moronic slobs...to the point where you're called a dick for speaking the truth.

oh well...par for the course i guess.

JM55546

Maybe if you want to have a real discussion, sound intelligent and not use terms like douche-bag. That's just being confrontational and as a result makes you look like a 13 year old keyboard commando. Also, using punctuation and capital letters would be good start.

.PatRiot.

Let me guess, you probably think 9/11 was a conspiracy and the jews fabricated the Holocaust. You keep reading your subversive books and articles and blogs and thinking you are so much better than everyone that doesn't agree with your viewpoint and let me know in 10 years how far it has gotten you.

.PatRiot.

EquallyWorthless wrote:

Why is it a common misconception in your country that being critical of the government and speaking out against things is anti American?

"You have the right to free speech, if your actually dumb enough to try it." - Joe Strummer

Wow, what an original critcism of American citizens. You must have worked really hard to come up with that observation on your own.

milarso

zacman13245 wrote:

We are on "The Porch" right?

Seems alot like "A Moving Train" type thread.

I appreciate your subtle hint.

U R A Crazy Breed

JM55546 wrote:

Maybe if you want to have a real discussion, sound intelligent and not use terms like douche-bag. That's just being confrontational and as a result makes you look like a 13 year old keyboard commando. Also, using punctuation and capital letters would be good start.

calling Obama a douche bag isn't "confrontational"...calling PatRiot one would be.

punctuation and capital letters huh?? are you fucking serious??

.PatRiot. wrote:

Let me guess, you probably think 9/11 was a conspiracy and the jews fabricated the Holocaust. You keep reading your subversive books and articles and blogs and thinking you are so much better than everyone that doesn't agree with your viewpoint and let me know in 10 years how far it has gotten you.

yes...i know 9-11 was an inside job, whether you can comprehend that or not doesn't change the fact.

and spare me the tinfoil hat jokes...there are many ex-CIA,FBI,military and foreign dignitaries who say the same thing.

Some people are still capable of independent thought and aren't spoon fed their "news" or run around parroting misinformation that they were to apathetic to analyze themselves.

.PatRiot.

i rest my case.

U R A Crazy Breed

.PatRiot. wrote:

i rest my case.

yeah...you should give it a rest.

EquallyWorthless

.PatRiot. wrote:

EquallyWorthless wrote:

Why is it a common misconception in your country that being critical of the government and speaking out against things is anti American?

"You have the right to free speech, if your actually dumb enough to try it." - Joe Strummer

Wow, what an original critcism of American citizens. You must have worked really hard to come up with that observation on your own.

So because its not original enough CRITICISM for you means its not valid CRITICISM?

.PatRiot.

ontheroad wrote:

Anyone think there's a chance Ed or a couple of the guys show up at some of the concerts in DC this weekend?

All have been outspoken supporters of Obama. The Sunday concert at Lincoln Memorial is epic, with many friends of the band participating.

And on Monday the Beastie Boys are playing 930 Club with a few other bands...maybe a surprise performance?

To answer the original question, there is a chance, but I imagine it is very small. I think this weekend is a little too high profile for Ed and company. I wouldn't bank on them showing up, but it would be cool. I'll be there for what it's worth. I am really excited. It's been pretty dark around here the past eight years.

.PatRiot.

EquallyWorthless wrote:

.PatRiot. wrote:

EquallyWorthless wrote:

Why is it a common misconception in your country that being critical of the government and speaking out against things is anti American?

"You have the right to free speech, if your actually dumb enough to try it." - Joe Strummer

Wow, what an original critcism of American citizens. You must have worked really hard to come up with that observation on your own.

So because its not original enough CRITICISM for you means its not valid CRITICISM?

It's not that it's not valid, it's just not relevant in this particular situation. I was annoyed because the way the person I was addressing was going about making their point was exceptionally arrogant, which is what I was criticizing--not his politics. You then proceeded to apply a fairly generic criticism of Americans without really taking the time to think about the nuance of the situation. I don't know about you, but I take issue with someone who feels the need to be a intellectual bully in any situation, but especially in a thread about something as innocuous as if Ed will show up to sing with Bono or the Beastie Boys. Maybe I am the only one who feels this way though.

NorthShoreBlues

Crazy Breed wrote:

nah...hopefully they are home realizing the giant mistake they made supporting another puppet douche-bag sell out useless liar...Obama is just as useless as Bush!

don't agree?? let's see if he cuts military aid to Israel since our tax dollars in the form of U.S. manufactured weapons are being used to slaughter the Palestinians(which is half the reason for the media blackout..shit makes me SICK!!)...including White phosphorus which is illegal.

You make me sick! Are you antisemetic? Are you a racist? or just a bigot. From your other posts you are definately Anti-American. Roll out a map sometime, put one finger on Morocco and the other on Afganistan . . . look down and you will see a tiny sliver of land, thats called Israel. I suppose you want them to give up some land. Why is it that they are the most prosperous nation in the region. It can't be western democracy, can it? no, no way. Why don't you call up your brothers in Jordon or Syria or Lebonon and ask if they could give up some land for your dear sweet palestinians, wonder what your Facists brothers will say to you.

deadmosquito

NorthShoreBlues wrote:

You make me sick! Are you antisemetic? Are you a racist? or just a bigot. From your other posts you are definately Anti-American. Roll out a map sometime, put one finger on Morocco and the other on Afganistan . . . look down and you will see a tiny sliver of land, thats called Israel. I suppose you want them to give up some land. Why is it that they are the most prosperous nation in the region. It can't be western democracy, can it? no, no way. Why don't you call up your brothers in Jordon or Syria or Lebonon and ask if they could give up some land for your dear sweet palestinians, wonder what your Facists brothers will say to you.

you honestly think that what israel is doing is OK? wow. by your logic, you must hate women and children. thank god israel is killing so many of them!

youngster

deadmosquito wrote:

NorthShoreBlues wrote:

You make me sick! Are you antisemetic? Are you a racist? or just a bigot. From your other posts you are definately Anti-American. Roll out a map sometime, put one finger on Morocco and the other on Afganistan . . . look down and you will see a tiny sliver of land, thats called Israel. I suppose you want them to give up some land. Why is it that they are the most prosperous nation in the region. It can't be western democracy, can it? no, no way. Why don't you call up your brothers in Jordon or Syria or Lebonon and ask if they could give up some land for your dear sweet palestinians, wonder what your Facists brothers will say to you.

you honestly think that what israel is doing is OK? wow. by your logic, you must hate women and children. thank god israel is killing so many of them!

I agree wholeheartedly with you. The Palestinians have been launching missles into Israel for years now. They have admitted having missles aimed at Jerusalem that could obliterate that region. Now Israel has had enough violence aimed at them over the years and they decided to do something about it. Now everyone is feeling bad for the Palestinians because they are getting slaughtered and they underestimated the strength of the Israeli military. You reap what you sow.

PJ Fan est. 1990

ok ok ok...so i've read every singe post and i have formulated an opinion...you are both right in this situation...well about the "unamerican" remarks...

now he (the guy with the MJ pic) isn't being anti-american because he is speaking out his opinion on this country, on the decisions being made and the change that is coming...however, despite his opinions, despite his disagreements with who the People (yes i capitalized People) chose as the president, he needs to support the majority ruled decision and that is what makes him anti-american...when bush won again in 04, yeah we pissed and moaned, but we sucked it up because America (you can say all you want about the electoral college being fucked up) chose him to continue as president...we looked at the 4 years to come with optimism and an open mind and gave him a chance to prove himself worthy of his title. Yeah we were wrong, but this country is all about chance and opportunity, no matter how many times we are given it...

A beautiful thing happened that tuesday in November...whether or not you agreed with it, the first african american became president...if you can't honor the historic significance this has and looked back on the passed 150 years with aww in the acheivment of the black community...then you are unamerican. We need to look at this coming tuesday as probably the greatest moment in the US of A

that's all i have to say...

Thank You

U R A Crazy Breed

PJ Fan est. 1990 wrote:

he needs to support the majority ruled decision and that is what makes him anti-american...when bush won again in 04, yeah we pissed and moaned, but we sucked it up because America (you can say all you want about the electoral college being fucked up) chose him to continue as president...we looked at the 4 years to come with optimism and an open mind and gave him a chance to prove himself worthy of his title. Yeah we were wrong, but this country is all about chance and opportunity, no matter how many times we are given it...

A beautiful thing happened that tuesday in November...whether or not you agreed with it, the first african american became president...if you can't honor the historic significance this has and looked back on the passed 150 years with aww in the acheivment of the black community...then you are unamerican. We need to look at this coming tuesday as probably the greatest moment in the US of A

that's all i have to say...

Thank You

first of all this is a republic! not a democracy so i DON'T have to support the majority decision when the majority are wrong..that's what makes America America!!!!!!!!!

2nd of all if you were informed and knew about diebold electronic voting machines you'd know that Bush stole the election and indeed did not win the majority vote!

Evolution6579

PJ Fan est. 1990, I totally agree with you. It is a wonderful and momentous occasion. Not to sound cliched, but I have not felt this proud of being an American...scratch that, HUMAN in general.

If only each individual person could treat each other individual person with the same compassion you might extend to a best friend, or family member, or loved one........

deadmosquito

cropduster82 wrote:

I agree wholeheartedly with you. The Palestinians have been launching missles into Israel for years now. They have admitted having missles aimed at Jerusalem that could obliterate that region. Now Israel has had enough violence aimed at them over the years and they decided to do something about it. Now everyone is feeling bad for the Palestinians because they are getting slaughtered and they underestimated the strength of the Israeli military. You reap what you sow.

i'm not sure if you misunderstood me or meant to quote someone else but you certainly do not agree with me.

robbyblaylock

the $200 million inauguration? while our country is in economic crisis...that inauguration?

Gary Carter

robbyblaylock wrote:

the $200 million inauguration? while our country is in economic crisis...that inauguration?

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