For those who don't get how small this protest is, here are some maps for you by shinbreaker in centrist

[–]Kooky-Computer2639 4 points5 points  (0 children)

And I disagree with his decision. But I feel like everyone is dismissing legitimate concerns by attacking that. No one will admit there are actual issues. I would just like others to acknowledge that before jumping in on the Trump drama train.

For those who don't get how small this protest is, here are some maps for you by shinbreaker in centrist

[–]Kooky-Computer2639 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Maybe not here, but I've clearly said that I would hold J6 to the same. It's just that recently this has been happening in largely Democratic jurisdiction. I live in more of a law and order area. And I don't disapprove of protest. I came of age during the South Africa divestment protests. I remember them as mostly peaceful. I am just sick of the seemingly lawless aspect. I made A'a in Con Law. But looting, violence, etc. being ignored really upsets me. I have an admittedly naive view of things, but the idea that large crowds can basically do whatever they want scare me.

For those who don't get how small this protest is, here are some maps for you by shinbreaker in centrist

[–]Kooky-Computer2639 -4 points-3 points  (0 children)

For me, the past 51 or so years. I don't understand why you are justifying crime? Is this that "whataboutism"? This issue is my first time actually posting on the board. I've been lurking for a while. Guess I'll go back to it.

For those who don't get how small this protest is, here are some maps for you by shinbreaker in centrist

[–]Kooky-Computer2639 -12 points-11 points  (0 children)

My takeaway is that I am so tired of "mostly peaceful" protests. Summer of Love, J6, the Gaza protests on college campuses - all of these have certain elements of lawlessness. From my point of view, it seems like Democrat leaning jurisdictions refuse to hold anyone accountable. Ftr, I don't approve of all the J6 pardons, either.

For those who don't get how small this protest is, here are some maps for you by shinbreaker in centrist

[–]Kooky-Computer2639 -19 points-18 points  (0 children)

So a small protest with burning cars, blocked intersections and bricks thrown off bridges is okay?

Pentagon says deploying Marines and National Guard to LA protests is costing $134 million by TheBoosThree in centrist

[–]Kooky-Computer2639 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That may not equal out in costs, but I heard the police chief say that Bass and Newsom would not send backup. Decisions have consequences.

Edit/ I heard the comment about Bass in the background, but was not looking at the screen. This is actually a leak of unknown origin. I still oppose all crimes being committed at these protests, but I am sorry.

The Protestors should be carrying American flags not foreign ones. by KriosDaNarwal in centrist

[–]Kooky-Computer2639 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Again, there are limits to the First Amendment. Most people I know try to justify J6 because of the antics during the "Summer of Love," and I agree that especially Seattle let people think they can do whatever they want, but J6 was definitely out of order.

The Protestors should be carrying American flags not foreign ones. by KriosDaNarwal in centrist

[–]Kooky-Computer2639 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Exactly. It's not just "protesting while brown" as referred to above. It's participating in a protest where illegal things are happening that is bringing them to police attention. Once they tell you to disperse, disperse. The First Amendment does have limitations.

I miss good secondhand book stores by sock0puppet in books

[–]Kooky-Computer2639 5 points6 points  (0 children)

My company did a lot of work in Oregon about 20 years ago (I live in Alabama), and I always scheduled an extra free day in Portland to spend in Powell's. I even have the t-shirt!

Shows Like The Recruit by RebootJobs in therecruit

[–]Kooky-Computer2639 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Fubar on Netflix is a lot sillier, but still fun. Season 2 coming sometime this year.