Extreme Politics - not for the fainthearted

[FTL_Ian]

Caleb, looks like you aren't the only one ready to burn the US flag:

http://hammeroftruth.com/2006/06/26/a-burning-question/

[Russell Kanning]

The latest letter to the editor
http://www.keenefreepress.com/mambo/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=194&Itemid=46
in response to Caleb's pledge.

[tracysaboe]

You going to take that Caleb?

Frankly, I want to grow up and be free of taxes -- not pay them.

Tracy

[Russell Kanning]

good letter to the editor about flags
http://www.keenefreepress.com/mambo/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=199&Itemid=36

[Kat Kanning]

What will you do if the US attacks North Korea?

[Lloyd Danforth]

act surprised?

[mr.apathy]

I'm all for anyone to express themselves by burning the symbol of this police state. Especially over the war for profit policy of the current D.C. regime. 
However, I think a more appropriate response would be a Secession Rally.

Enough people holding signs to Secede Now!, would definately get the attention of the national press machine.  It would voice everyone's opposition to the next war, and publicize to Freedom movement. 2 birds, 1 stone.

[Kat Kanning]

Sounds like a good idea.

[Pat K]

What will you do if the US attacks North Korea?

In that case I will probably not get a timely delivery of my Kim Jong ll's bobble head dolls.

[Lloyd Danforth]

Have no fear.  The bobble head dolls are probably already headed here in a shipping container with Il's other bomb

[FTL_Ian]

I would like to attend such a rally.  Secession is sensible.

[Caleb]

However, I think a more appropriate response would be a Secession Rally.

Enough people holding signs to Secede Now!, would definately get the attention of the national press machine.  It would voice everyone's opposition to the next war, and publicize to Freedom movement. 2 birds, 1 stone.

Excellent idea!  I will mention it at the conference on the 4th of November in Burlington.  Perhaps we can plan a rally and get some support among other groups in the area.

[FrankChodorov]

However, I think a more appropriate response would be a Secession Rally.

Enough people holding signs to Secede Now!, would definately get the attention of the national press machine.  It would voice everyone's opposition to the next war, and publicize to Freedom movement. 2 birds, 1 stone.

Excellent idea!  I will mention it at the conference on the 4th of November in Burlington.  Perhaps we can plan a rally and get some support among other groups in the area.

who else is going Caleb?

[Caleb]

At this point, I'm not sure.  I'll ask around.  Several people have indicated that they might want to go, but a rumor was going around that only press and a representative from each group could attend.  From what I've been told, I will be the only one allowed to actively participate from the Republic of NH (unless someone else wants to be the active participant), but there are no limitations that I know of on who can attend as an observer. 

Are you going, Frank?

[maineiac]

A great many people who oppose the current military policy also consider themselves proud Americans.

You know, Kevin, THAT is precisely what I am trying to change.  We live in a culture that practically worships the government.  It's weird because 70% of people think we're on the wrong track.  And I wonder, "why aren't they revolting?" 

The answer is because there is a deeply entrenched underlying cause that is stronger than their momentary dissatisfaction:  PATRIOTISM

Understand, when I say "patriotism" I'm talking about the FALSE kind of patriotism.  The "my country, right or wrong" type. 

I'm going to say this:  Patriotism (Nationalism) is a form of worship.  If you are a Christian who is a "proud American" you are an idolator!  If you are an atheist who is a "proud American" ... well, you aren't really an atheist.  You have a God alright, he's Uncle Sam.

We live in a country where a mindless pledge ("of ALLEGIANCE" no less) is considered a virtue.  Where its practically demanded that you say "Thank you for your service to our country" to a veteran.  Where "I DON'T support the troops!" is practically blasphemous speech.  Where I can't enjoy a football game without a musical indoctrination session prior to the game.

By burning their symbol, maybe I can erode that a little.  The U.S. government, with all its atrocities, cannot hope to survive if nationalism is destroyed in the hearts of men.

The reason you guys don't like it is because it strikes a little too close to the root for your comfort, and you're afraid of the repurcussions.  Someone told me, "I hope you don't get beat up!"  That shows the problem, doesn't it:  that someone would be willing to physically attack someone else for burning a piece of cloth is indicative of a larger problem:  they worship the idea behind it!

Caleb

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