Okay, start getting the bail money together now please

[lovemygoofy]

I cannot believe this!!! The nerve of these*bleeping* people coming here to protest my soldier and his brothers and sisters. It should be interesting to come and piss off 20,000+ spouses in addition to the soldiers we have here. I know the Special Forces is home, maybe we can have them secretly removed I have already seen them in action 2x now and I could barely restrain myself but now with Matt gone and my PMS and being sick. It might not be pretty. Start digging out the change lol

Anti-gay group plans local protest next week
Counter-protest being organized
By AMY RITCHART
The Leaf-Chronicle


Local men and women are scrambling to file petitions and organize a counter protest as news about a pending visit from the Westboro Baptist Church — a Kansas-based congregation that stages anti-gay protests at military funerals for soldiers — spreads through Clarksville and Oak Grove.

The church has posted an Oak Grove, Ky., visit to its “upcoming picket schedule” for 5 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Wednesday at the intersection of Fort Campbell Boulevard and Chaffee Road, Oak Grove. The event is set to coincide with Fort Campbell’s post remembrance ceremony, a monthly memorial planned for those killed in Iraq.

Westboro Baptist Church was organized in 1955 by Fred Phelps, pastor of Topeka, Kans., to “adhere to the teachings of the Bible, preach against all form of sin (e.g., fornification, adultery, sodomy) and insist that the doctrines of grace be taught publicly to all men,” according the group’s Web site, where a flyer announcing the Oak Grove event is posted. The group promotes slogans such as “Thank God for IEDs,” alleging God is killing soldiers because of the advancement of gay rights in the United States.

Clarksville PRIDE chairman David Shelton is encouraging local men and women to counter protest “their hate” and “support our troops and common decency.” Oak Grove officials today are discussing how to handle the event.

Fort Campbell officials are advising those with post access to use alternate gates Wednesday. Visitors' passes may be obtained at the registration center at Gate 7 to avoid traffic at Gate 4.

For more on the story, see Friday's Leaf-Chronicle

 

[Pooh67_68]

I think the protesters need to get a life. I'll help bail ya out just let me know.

 

[ead79]

I can’t possibly even begin to fathom how they feel that a funeral/memorial service is the right time/place to protest ANYTHING!

 

[SC Minnie]

I'll donate to you cause.

 

[POB14]

Fred Phelps is, quite possibly, the #1 bugfreak nutso whackjob loon in the known universe. Go beat the @!#$ out of the SOB and I'll come defend you in court myself.

 

[Cantw8]

The Happy Hour Ladies always have a bail fund set aside, you can count on us ...how's your lipstick supply?

 

[C.Ann]

What does one have to do with the other? Anti-gay and a military funeral?

While they certainly have the right to hold protests (where it doesn't injure or interfere with other peoples ability to move about freely - as in blocking traffic and such) I can't figure out why in the world they would pick this site for a protest..

 

[Briarmom]

On my way to the bank!

 

[lyeag]

Let me know where to send the cash!

 

[lovemygoofy]

One does one have to do with the other? Anti-gay and a military funeral?

While they certainly have the right to hold protests (where it doesn't injure or interfere with other peoples ability to move about freely - as in blocking traffic and such) I can't figure out why in the world they would pick this site for a protest..

C. Ann, they go to cause a stir. They try to get people to literally touch them so they can sue that individual and the city that doesn't protect them. Do you know how heart breaking it is, to see this filth holding up signs that says "Thank God, for IEDs" or that "Soliders are paid killers" I almost broke down and couldn't take with Matt at my side and with him gone doing what he is doing. I can't just sit by and let them say these things.

 

[debster812]

Tina--this reprehensible group was here in MA last Spring. I remembered a thread about it so I did a search.

Here it is:

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=849670&highlight=Westboro

I especially like the part about the Boston Police Dept bagpipers drowning out the ******* protesters.

Oh, and for the record, I too, will contribute to your bail fund.

 

[BuzznBelle'smom]

You know, there was a time when protesters had some dignity and respect. I'm not THAT old, and I remember it!

Money's kind of tight, what with a new baby due any day and all--how about I volunteer to be on your jury? Perfectly legit, we've never met. You wouldn't have to worry about a thing!

 

[dennis99ss]

Anybody find it odd that a military wife want's to squelch free speech?

I understand that you don't like the message, etc. etc. But, if you are in the military, isn't that one thing you are serving to protect us from, squelching free speech?

 

[luvmydogs]

Count me in, Tina. These people are beyond sickening.

Go get 'em!!!

 

[GeorgiaAristocat]

Just let me know how much you need!

 

[Missy1961]

Count me in for bail money!

You know, maybe we should get together & help drown out those idiots!

 

[debster812]

Anybody find it odd that a military wife want's to squelch free speech?

I understand that you don't like the message, etc. etc. But, if you are in the military, isn't that one thing you are serving to protect us from, squelching free speech?

No one (I don't think anyway)is questioning their right to their hate speech, just the timing of it. And while I'd love it if they would just STOP it, the fact is, they won't. Why do it during a MEMORIAL service for gosh's sake?

At least that's my interpretation.

 

[lovemygoofy]

Anybody find it odd that a military wife want's to squelch free speech?

I understand that you don't like the message, etc. etc. But, if you are in the military, isn't that one thing you are serving to protect us from, squelching free speech?

Well called me out didnt you? You are completely right I don't like the message. And this isn't about free speech. This is about trying to start a riot all for making money. Do you know about this organization? How they make their money start riots and fights just to sue people? My friend's spouses are dying so these worthless pieces of skin can hold up signs to say "soldiers are paid killers" I dont think so. Not while Im around to say something. This is about greed pure and simple.

 

[tracers]

count me in too ....

I think that it is beyond sick that they have choosen to protest at a memorial service.

 

[Planogirl]

From the article:

The group promotes slogans such as “Thank God for IEDs,” alleging God is killing soldiers because of the advancement of gay rights in the United States.

Is this for real?

I support the right of protest no matter what the subject matter is but this is insane.