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Government Using Anti-Terrorism Laws to Crush Dissent
The following quotes all have something in common:
"It is not
the function of our government to keep the citizen from falling into
error; it is the function of the citizen to keep the government from
falling into error"
– United States Supreme Court decision in American Communications Association v. Douds
"To stand in silence when they should be protesting makes cowards out of men."
- Abraham Lincoln
"Those who give up essential liberty to obtain a little temporary safety deserve neither liberty nor safety."
- Ben Franklin
"The price of freedom is eternal vigilance."
- Thomas Jefferson
"Dissent is the highest form of patriotism."
-Thomas Jefferson
"It
is from numberless diverse acts of courage and belief that human
history is shaped. Each time a man stands up for an ideal, or acts to
improve the lot of others, or strikes out against injustice, he sends
forth a tiny ripple of hope, and crossing each other from a million
different centers of energy and daring, those ripples build a current
that can sweep down the mightiest walls of oppression and resistance."
- Robert F . Kennedy
"It does not require a majority to prevail, but rather an irate, tireless minority keen to set brush fires in people's minds."
- Samuel Adams
"Patriotism
means to stand by the country. It does not mean to stand by the
president or any other public official save exactly to the degree in
which he himself stands by the country. It is patriotic to support him
insofar as he efficiently serves the country. It is unpatriotic not to
oppose him to the exact extent that by inefficiency or otherwise he
fails in his duty to stand by the country."
– Teddy Roosevelt
"To
announce that there must be no criticism of the President, or that we
are to stand by the President, right or wrong, is not only unpatriotic
and servile, but is morally treasonable to the American public."
– Teddy Roosevelt
“The citizen who sees his society’s democratic clothes being worn out and does not cry it out, is not a patriot, but a traitor.”
- Mark Twain
"Liberty
has never come from government. Liberty has always come from the
subjects of government. The history of liberty is a history of
resistance. The history of liberty is a history of limitations of
government power, not the increase of it."
- Woodrow Wilson
"All tyranny needs to gain a foothold is for people of good conscience to remain silent"
- Thomas Jefferson
"This
country, with its institutions, belongs to the people who inhabit it.
Whenever they shall grow weary of the existing government, they can
exercise their constitutional right of amending it, or their
revolutionary right to dismember or overthrow it."
- Abraham Lincoln, First Inaugural
"In
this point of the case the question is distinctly presented whether
the people of the United States are to govern through representatives
chosen by their unbiased suffrages or whether the money and power of a
great corporation are to be secretly exerted to influence their
judgment and control their decisions."
- Andrew Jackson
"I
am more than ever convinced of the dangers to which the free and
unbiased exercise of political opinion -- the only sure foundation and
safeguard of republican government -- would be exposed by any further
increase of the already overgrown influence of corporate authorities."
- Martin Van Buren, Eighth President of the United States
"As
we view the achievements of aggregated capital, we discover the
existence of trusts, combinations, and monopolies, while the citizen is
struggling far in the rear or is trampled to death beneath an iron
heel. Corporations, which should be the carefully restrained creatures
of the law and the servants of the people, are fast becoming the
people's masters."
- Grover Cleveland, 22nd and 24th President of the United States
"I
again recommend a law prohibiting all corporations from contributing
to the campaign expenses of any party.… Let individuals contribute as
they desire; but let us prohibit in effective fashion all corporations
from making contributions for any political purpose, directly or
indirectly." Teddy Roosevelt added, "The fortunes amassed through
corporate organization are now so large, and vest such power in those
that wield them, as to make it a matter of necessity to give to the
sovereign -- that is, to the Government, which represents the people as
a whole -- some effective power of supervision over their corporate
use. In order to insure a healthy social and industrial life, every big
corporation should be held responsible by, and be accountable to, some
sovereign strong enough to control its conduct."
- Theodore Roosevelt
"In
the councils of government, we must guard against the acquisition of
unwarranted influence, whether sought or unsought, by the
military-industrial complex. The potential for the disastrous rise of
misplaced power exists and will persist. We must never let the weight of
this combination endanger our liberties or democratic processes. We
should take nothing for granted."
- Dwight D. Eisenhower
"It
was natural and perhaps human that the privileged princes of these new
economic dynasties, thirsting for power, reached out for control over
government itself. They created a new despotism and wrapped it in the
robes of legal sanction. ...And as a result the average man once more
confronts the problem that faced the Minute Man....
- Franklin Roosevelt
"A
small group had concentrated into their own hands an almost complete
control over other people's property, other people's money, other
people's labor -- other people's lives. For too many of us life was no
longer free; liberty no longer real; men could no longer follow the
pursuit of happiness."
- Franklin Roosevelt
"These economic
royalists complain that we seek to overthrow the institutions of
America. What they really complain of is that we seek to take away their
power. Our allegiance to American institutions requires the overthrow
of this kind of power. In vain they seek to hide behind the flag and
the Constitution. In their blindness they forget what the flag and the
Constitution stand for."
- Franklin Roosevelt
"Behind the
ostensible government sits enthroned an invisible government owing no
allegiance and acknowledging no responsibility to the people. To
destroy this invisible government, to befoul the unholy alliance
between corrupt business and corrupt politics is the first task of the
statesmanship of the day."
- Theodore Roosevelt
"We hold
these truths to be self evident, that all men are created equal, that
they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that
among these are Life, Liberty, and the pursuit of Happiness. That to
secure these rights, Governments are instituted among Men, deriving
their just powers from the consent of the governed. That whenever any
Form of Government becomes destructive of these ends, it is the Right of
the People to alter or to abolish it, and to institute new Government,
laying its foundation on such principles and organizing its powers in
such form, as to them shall seem most likely to effect their Safety and
Happiness."
-Thomas Jefferson, American Declaration of Independence
What do the quotes all have in common?
The great Americans who said them would be considered terrorists today.
Specifically, according to Department of Defense training manuals, protest is considered "low-level terrorism". And see this, this and this.
An FBI memo also labels peace protesters as "terrorists".
Indeed, police have been terrorizing children, little old ladies and other "dangerous" people who attempted to protest peacefully.
And a 2003 FBI memo describes protesters' use of videotaping as an "intimidation" technique, even though - as the ACLU
points out - "Most mainstream demonstrators often use videotape during
protests to document law enforcement activity and, more importantly,
deter police from acting outside the law." The FBI appears to be
objecting to the use of cameras to document unlawful behavior by law
enforcement itself.
The Internet has been labeled
as a breeding ground for terrorists, with anyone who questions the
government's versions of history being especially equated with
terrorists.
The government is also using anti-terrorism laws to keep people from learning what pollutants are in their own community. See this, this, this and this.
Claims of "national security"
are also used to keep basic financial information - such as who got
bailout money - secret. That might not bode for particularly warm and
friendly treatment for someone persistently demanding the release of
such information.
The state of Missouri tried to label
as terrorists current Congressman Ron Paul and his supporters, former
Congressman Bob Barr, libertarians in general, anyone who holds gold,
and a host of other people.
And according to a law school professor, pursuant to the Military Commissions Act:
Anyone who ... speaks out against the government's policies could be declared an "unlawful enemy combatant" and imprisoned indefinitely. That includes American citizens.
The Founding Fathers, Supreme Court justices and presidents quoted above would vigorously protest.
Note: Government apologists are also eager to label
anyone "taking a cynical stance toward politics, mistrusting
authority, endorsing democratic practices, ... and displaying an
inquisitive, imaginative outlook" as worthy of a Stalinist trip to the
insane asylum. I guess the famous Americans quoted above were not only
terrorists, but they were also crazy.
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Here's some good terroism.
http://news.yahoo.com/s/yblog_upshot/20100914/od_yblog_upshot/massive-fi...
fish got ConAgra petrol in the mouth and BP petrol up the ass
I have no debt (other than taxes) that carries interest. I own my home & cars outright.
I don't buy things I can't afford to pay cash for.
But I pay for nearly everything over $20 with credit cards that pay me 1-3% cash back (not reward points for gift cards, flight miles, etc. but cash). I pay those CC's in full every month.
BofA, Citi & JPM pay me to use their cards!
I think I'm being prudent & thrifty - once considered admirable traits
Nowadays, those same attributes could get me labeled an "economic terrorist".
The Banks are not paying you anything. You are paying 2% to 4% higher prices to the merchants to cover the fees the Banks charge them.
You are paying the Banks to skim money from every transaction you make.
I'm maxed out on cc debt and envy your position.
Stick with cash as much as possible, it fucks up the system. All your credit card transactions go in the giant database, added to your profile. It ain't worth the "free" points, its just an enticement to put your neck into the noose.
I liked the rest of your plan however, debt free is mighty feeling indeed.
I don't mind the PTB monitoring my regular purchases of gas, groceries, appliances, etc. It just adds to the "data noise".
There are certain things I always pay for in cash;) & if, in the rare instance, I can get a discount by paying cash for merchandise or service, I do so.
Apathy is the greatest form of Slavery
- WaterWings
excellent posting, just excellent; this is why i love ZEROHEDGE. regards to all ........
the enemy has subverted the govt through sellout politicians going back to bill clinton at least. liberty is falling much faster than expected. now the question is what are we the people going to do about it?
Transparency and Freedom Of Information Act all but dead:
http://www.fredericknewspost.com/sections/news/display.htm?StoryID=109671
... now the question is what are we the people going to do about it?
Turn the channel? See what's in the fridge? I dunno.
That may well be your solution but I can assure you that there are many, very busy people actively working for reduction of government size and spending in addition to removing the people from government (Both elected and otherwise) who support postions in conflict with this mission of saving our home.
Do nothing, they will defeat themselves with these antics..NOTHING IS FREE, not forever anyway..The smart people will prevail, I promise you that...
The smart people will prevail, I promise you that...
Stalin, Hitler, Mao and Pol Pot killed 100 M people with glasses
Theoretically, of course, 300 cells of 3 men could step up and do away with the problem in one weekend. There is no need for a massive, symmetrical response. Thank God for the foresight of the 2nd Amendment, and EVERYONE who fought to preserve this final line of defense.
Look alive stay sharp, keep your head on a swivel, study finance...
CoRexit data disappeared:
http://www.floridaoilspilllaw.com/professor-says-homeland-security-confi...
reid just attached the DREAM act to a defense bill up next week. They are stoking riots now.
Thanks for the update. I'm calling his office tomorrow to voice my displeasure and tell him how I'm going to be volunteering for Sharron Angle. Reid has gotta go.....
http://sharronangle.com/septembertoremember/
Reid is a dick, but he's kind of an antiwar dick. The wars for the interests of others are destroying the country.
Sharon sounds like a big fan of the GWOT. From her site -
National Security and Public ProtectionSharron Angle is a staunch supporter of the U.S. military, and will work tirelessly to secure the peace and security of our country.
She supports strong sanctions against rogue nations that export, support or harbor terrorism and believes that we must do whatever necessary to protect America from terrorism.
I mean, she's looking to do battle with "the rogue nations" and the-rogue-nations is us. I smell fascist fanaticism after November.
Sharron Angle is an imbecile. How did she get through school? No child left behind?
You are exactly right Bringin it.
when they came for gw i said nothing (lol)
Silence, Bitches
Your middle name is Israel. You brought down Clintons with Monica Lewinsky in the Oral Office for advocating better treatment of Palestine. Your brother Zeke created Death Panels with healthcare rationing. Your brother Ari fed the Hollywood porno family destruction juggernaut, you served in the Israeli Military, your father was a genuine Irgun Isrsaeli terrorist, with illegal dual citizenships dividing loyalties. You advocated killing your opponents with a knife in your hand and want to run for Mayor Daley's office after riding the revolving door 360 degrees from DC to Wall Street and back. No wonder you were junked...
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ari_Emanuel
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ezekiel_J._Emanuel
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rahm_Emanuel
I would give you the finger, but it's long gone. I'm going to have BO silence you! I'll ask him when I see him tonight, after bed time... If I haven't been replaced by Larry Sinclair yet.
Rham-tard = Hedge Fund Lackey, bitchez
Rham-tard = Treason, bitchez
I wrote this in 2007:
Silence is the Death of Liberty
First they tortured a U.S. citizen and gang member ...
I remained silent;
I wasn't a criminal
Then they tortured a U.S. citizen, whistleblower and navy veteran ...
I remained silent;
I wasn't a whistleblower
Then they locked up an attorney for representing accused criminals ...
I remained silent;
I wasn't a defense attorney
Then they arrested a young father walking with his son simply because he told Dick Cheney that he disagreed with his policies ...
I remained silent;
I've never talked to an important politician
Then they said an entertainer should be killed because she questioned 9/11 ...
I remained silent;
I wasn't an entertainer
Then they arrested people for demanding that Congress hold the President to the Constitution ...
I did not speak out;
I've never protested in Washington
Then they arrested a man for holding a sign ...
I did not speak out;
I've never held that kind of sign
Then they broke a minister's leg because he wanted to speak at a public event ...
I remained silent;
I wasn't a religious leader
Then they shot a student with a taser gun and arrested him for asking a question of a politician at a public event ...
I remained silent;
I wasn't a student
When they came for me,
Everyone was silent;
there was no one left to speak out.
What's this poem saying? That we all have to stand up, speak out and take action NOW while we still can. If we do so, we will win the struggle for liberty. If we do not, freedom will die ... just like it did in Nazi Germany.
Inspired by the poem First They Came by Martin Niemöller, which was written about the Nazis.
Great examples of the injustice we potentially face today. I never saw the Minister Lennox Yearwood video before. In this case, its not just about speaking out. Onlookers shouted, but basically stood by. If I ever witness such an event, I will fight back, even it means catching a beating myself.
BTW, a few of the links were broken.
Great work GW.
How asinine. Okay fine. Label me a terrorist and I'll label them the enemy.
Is there not ONE law enforcement agency in the United States dedicated to JUSTICE anymore? Phucking upside world. The pendulum does swing.
+111111111...
From those who think and deal in fact...
-3...
From the usually reactionary fascist suspects and status quo shill monkeys who come wrapped in the flag of false patriotism and fallacious argument...
Go, GW, Go...
Anyone who junked GW may not understand what's at stake as we totter into technetronic totalitarianism, aka Police State. Where do you go if you want to be left alone from petty tyrant bureaucrats and corporate perverts? Certainly not Alaska anymore:
http://www.frontiersman.com/articles/2010/08/27/local_news/doc4c78500c40...
PS Big Sister of DHS defined those who think public servants should uphold their oath of office to serve, protect and defend the Constitution as terrorists. There were ZH posts of people who criticized Geithner getting hassled by the IRS.
Curious until it happens to you...
Do you have any links, or confirmation of this to share?
Not that I do not believe you, but would like to see/read this for myself.
Apparently, it is not just the domestic folks who aren't allowed to speak out.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-beds-bucks-herts-11296303
Then they drowned a man in his hot tub because he pointed out that the government had lied to the people about an ecological disaster.
I remained silent;
I didn't have a hot tub.
yes. that's right. i'd forgotten that one.
Meanwhile, American citizen put on State Terror list by Institute of Terrorism Research and Response contract for protesting taxes with pink pig balloon...
http://www.pittsburghlive.com/x/pittsburghtrib/news/regional/s_699551.html#
Meanwhile, American citizen put on State Terror list by Institute of Terrorism Research and Response contract for protesting taxes with pink pig balloon...
http://www.pittsburghlive.com/x/pittsburghtrib/news/regional/s_699551.html#
Great post GW. Thanks for all your work.
I saw a quote on ZH from Alexander Solzenytzen about regrets they all had in the Gulag that they did not collectively turn on the secret policy as the police came for them one-by-one.
But I can not locate it now. Maybe it's too threatening to the PTB?
"But I can not locate it now."
We can learn from the past or go to our deaths cowering in fear.
Another good quote from Solzhenitsyn, from The Gulag Archipelago:
Isn't the Gulag where they put dissidents to keep them safe from the perils of Russian society?
not quite it but resonant anyhow?
Oh, Western freedom-loving "left-wing" thinkers! Oh, left-wing labourists! Oh, American, German and French progressive students! All of this is still not enough for you. The whole book has been useless for you. You will understand everything immediately, when you yourself — "hands behind the back" — toddle into our Archipelago.
Some of the links are now broken. Here are the right links:
Then they arrested a young father walking with his son simply because he told Dick Cheney that he disagreed with his policies ...
I remained silent;
I've never talked to an important politician
Then they arrested people for demanding that Congress hold the President to the Constitution ...
I did not speak out;
I've never protested in Washington
You did a Great! Job!! George!!!
...any of the "Drill baby Drill!" crowd that doesnt get it... needs to go back to Church and pray some more about seeing Sara Palin nude... or about anti-abortion Rhymes...
They need to find something other to do... than take the time to piss on the Great! Work! that You have shared with the World.
Thank You George and God Bless You and Yours, JW
You did a Great! Job!! George!!!
...any of the "Drill baby Drill!" crowd that doesnt get it... needs to go back to Church and pray some more about seeing Sara Palin nude... or about anti-abortion Rhymes...
They need to find something other to do... than take the time to piss on the Great! Work! that You have shared with the World.
Thank You George and God Bless You and Yours, JW
Thin Gruel George. I thought this was a financial blog. What is wrong with you? You get a parking ticket?
removed repeat post...
GW had made some fine contributions to this site; if every one of them was a truly inspired read, some other organization would wave a fist full of little green coupons at him, and he would not be posting here.
THE key to having any economic success and secured earnings starts, runs, and ends with freedom and rule of law. W/O these things in place, we would have no need for ZH, as we would be doing what our new masters tell us to do. (might still be coming)
Because of this, I gave you your 31st junk.
Let's check the records and see if paultibore is the current record holder with 30 junks.
Mine was number 30.
Toolbox
Spot on, spot on. We will eventually turn into a 21st century version of Nazi Germany, if we don't stop this. You can almost say that our govt. both state and especially federal has become a criminal enterprise of sorts. And what happens in criminal govt's is eventually they become dictatorships and then implode.