I was going to do a post on writing today, but with what is happening in Washington, D.C., I have to speak about this insanity.
I will start by saying that I support peaceful protest of all kinds, because it is guaranteed in our Constitution, but I never support protest that is violent, including from those with whom I agree politically. Violent protest is never acceptable. Please do not reply by comparing today’s actions to other protests; as I stated, I disagree with all violent protests. Besides that would be like a child saying “Well, he did it, so I am too.” The logic is ridiculous.
What is happening today, though, is far worse than violent protest. By breaching the Capitol and disrupting the Constitutional work of the government, these people, who were incited by President Trump have committed many federal crimes and are committing insurrection. They are attempting to keep President-Elect Biden from becoming the President of the United States of America.
No matter what a person’s political party or viewpoint, this should be condemned. These images are what we would expect to see in a government that is collapsing in a small country, not in the nation that is supposed to be the shining light for democracy. These actions are also frighteningly similar to the actions of the Nazis in Germany in the 1930s.
Too many people have fought for and died for the United States of America, and these actions show disrespect to all who have served the country. I am still amazed that some people, contrary to ALL evidence, believe the election was stolen. It wasn’t–Trump lost. Elections have winners and losers, and sometimes the side you support loses. I have learned that many years ago. You have the right to be upset and to plan for the next election, but you do not have the right to storm the Capital and disrupt the workings of the government.
This attempted Coup d’ etat needs to be stopped immediately. All those involved with it, including any and all who incited this horrific behavior should be prosecuted to the fullest extant of the law.
American democracy and freedom are at stake. An attempt to take over the government must not be allowed to stand.
Thank you for this post, Charles.
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Thank you, Charles, for putting my thoughts into words. It has been an unbelievable day.
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You are very welcome, and yes, it has been.
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Very well said, Charles. As a Canadian, I know I would feel similar if our Parliament came under similar siege. I only hope this doesn’t give anti-democratic idiots in other countries ideas.
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Thank you, and I hope not also.
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I couldn’t agree more. I just want to weep.
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It is a terrible day.
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I don’t think it’s over yet, sadly.
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Neither do I, and I hope the 25th Amendment is invoked.
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I hope so, too.
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Well said Charles. This was no peaceful protest. These people came to D.C. to cause as much mayhem as possible. Trump, his sons, and people like Mo Brooks and Giuliani should be held criminally responsible for inciting a riot. A pro-Trump protester is dead. Her blood is on their hands. Even Trump’s aides are saying he’s so “traumatized” by his election loss, that he’s lost his mind. It’s time for the 25th Amendment to be invoked. This country cannot take 14 more days of him being in office.
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Thank you, and I completely agree with you!
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I agree with you and Charles. Regarding the POTUS’ Twitter and Facebook accounts, some would even argue that it should have been suspended or terminated a long time ago for continually unleashing falsehood, misinformation and mass distrust. Fortunately, he has not (yet) been given free access to software or button(s) with which to launch weapon(s) of mass destruction.
In any case, those who are fair-minded and discerning are not easily swayed by his constant thrashing around and beating in the bush. Speaking of whether “the president really is a very stable genius”, SoundEagle’s adage is that Trump is a fool’s idea of a genius. In addition, the POTUS has long slid from being a “Law and Order” President to a “Flaw and Border” President.
I have given a very stern and stark warning about what the end result will be in the final paragraph of my post entitled “Misquotation Pandemic and Disinformation Polemic: Mind Pollution by Viral Falsity” at https://soundeagle.wordpress.com/2020/12/19/misquotation-pandemic-and-disinformation-polemic-mind-pollution-by-viral-falsity/
It is all a big mess!
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Yes, it is a big mess, and thank you!
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Dear Charles,
You are very welcome. I would be delighted if you could kindly submit a comment to my said post, as I am very keen and curious to know what you think or make of it.
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Dear Charles,
Thank you very much for submitting a comment to my said post. Your feedback is appreciated.
I am pleased to inform you that I have already replied to you with a bespoke comment at https://soundeagle.wordpress.com/2020/12/19/misquotation-pandemic-and-disinformation-polemic-mind-pollution-by-viral-falsity/comment-page-1/#comment-13773
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Thank you, and you are welcome.
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Dear Charles,
I would be delighted and honoured if you could kindly respond to my said bespoke comment.
May you and your family have a lovely Sunday!
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I do believe that Twitter and Facebook bear some responsibility for this.
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I agree, and FOX News does also.
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They’re nothing but a propaganda outlet for Trump.
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this is unbelievable and shameful
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Yes, it is an abomination.
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As a History teacher, I can tell you that you’ve hit the nail right on the head. Sadly there are many parallels here to unfortunate events in the past. It seems we haven’t learned what we should have from those lessons.
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Thank you, and you do very important work as a history teacher; we need to learn much more from the past than we have.
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This act of insurrection promoted by Trump and enabled by spineless Republican senators is a first and most disturbing incident I’ve witnessed In my lifetime.
I’m bewildered as why there was no prior preparedness for something of this nature knowing what kind of insane power hungry man Trump is and his prior threats to disrupt the transfer of power.I feel a commission similar to the 9/11 terrorist attack should be formed to investigate this attempted coup de tête . Turns out it was Pence who eventually called in the National Guard as the crowd was already beginning to break up.
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I completely agree with you, and I also want to see a commission as you mention.
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Definitely. Thank you for writing about this Charles.
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You are very welcome.
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Hear, hear!
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Thank you.
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Words cannot do justice. JUSTICE can do justice. It can also do Guantanamo.
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KC, I agree.
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shaking my heaad while glued to the T.V. which i don’t do.. Sad beyond words!😢😡😢😢😢😢
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It is a terrible situation.
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Heartbreaking, despicable.. oh man Charles.. !
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Cindy, yes it is despicable.
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Yes, Charles sadly! Have you watched Randy Rainbow? He’s so good!
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Yes, I have!
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laughing is good for our soul!🤣
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Yes, it is!
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😂🌝😀
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Well said Charles! I am appalled. I am beyond words. This was a traitorous seditious insurrection done for what? To keep a man in the office who doesn’t lift a finger to help anyone other than himself.
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Thank you. Unfortunately, the appeal of Fascism never goes away.
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Sadly that’s true. I do think the fundamentalist “strict father” kinds of religions encourage fascist thinking. The seditious insurrection last Wednesday had a Christian tie in… several evangelical churches from Oklahoma for example sent and sponsored groups who participated. (I used to live in Okla and heard about this from people who still live there)
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Sue, Your analysis is on the point!
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The tactics being used – and I see it with the leadership in the UK too – are exactly the tactics used by the Nazis in the 1930s.
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John, you are correct, and we must be aware of it.
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Yes, we all saw this coming, or should have. Both Trump and the right wing media have been stirring up this kind of violence for four years now.
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Yes, they have been, and we must be aware of more possible such attacks.
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We were just about to go to bed here in Wales last night when we heard the news… such shocking scenes, so harmful to the country as a whole. I hope calm prevails and those responsible are dealt with appropriately. Much love from our country to yours.
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Thank you so much. It is deeply needed.
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I am deeply troubled. Your post says it well, Charles.
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Jennie, thank you. I am deeply worried about our democracy, because attacks from within are far more dangerous than those from without.
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Yes, they definitely are. And those from without are watching us as we become more and more divided. That scares me, too.
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Jennie, it scares me also. These traitors have put our country into a place of great peril.
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So scary…
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It was a difficult day, even for someone in New Zealand who was watching it all unfold. Trump and his cronies need to be gone from the political landscape as soon as possible. This was the lowest point in four years of low points.
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Joanne, I completely agree with you.
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Reblogged this on The Reluctant Poet.
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Thank you!
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Always a pleasure to read and share you posts with followers, My Friend! 😊🎁✨✨🎉
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We also sat glued to our TV from here in Spain. Unbelievable. I do hope they invoke the 25th to show the world and his supporters this is just not the way to behave.
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I agree, and many of us are also hoping for that.
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But does your dictator give a toss about democracy and the rule of law!
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No, he doesn’t, but most of us do. He will be out of the Presidency soon.
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It was a very frightening moment for our country to see such vitriol storm historic grounds that are sacred symbols of freedom in our country! Plus, I know people that live in DC, including a friend I’ve known for 24 years! She works for one of the buildings that got locked down! Luckily she works from home right now. But 4 people died yesterday, and all because some people can’t accept that their candidate lost? Some people are so brainwashed that they believe all these claims despite the evidence! Thank goodness that Congress and the Senate came back and certified Biden’s win! I’m a centrist who has voted on both sides of the aisle, and it’s saddened me to see what the Republican party has become! Hopefully they can start working on rebuilding their party into something more productive! It was ugly yesterday, but it could’ve ended worse. Our democracy is still in tact, and hopefully with Biden’s victory cemented, we can move forward again.
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Well said, and I would add that we must remain aware of the possible dangers of the next 13 days.
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Luckily, I see a lot of barricades are being put up around the Capitol mall, and it’s supposed to be up for the next 30 days, so that should help. But yes, everyone needs to keep their eyes out, and there needs to be steps to make sure this never happens again!
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Yes, investigations need to be conducted, and prosecutions made.
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And soon! The people responsible need to know there’s consequences for their actions!
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Well said.
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Thank you.
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Very well expressed, Charles.
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Thank you!
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Yes – until both online and in person, each American says, to anyone, “Nope, you don’t represent me – I’m working for a living and that is not acceptable to me…” – well – que sera sera – but those I’ve run into over many years, in many places of work and local clubs, etc., who seem all intent on ‘anarchy’ are the very people who can’t eat, keep warm, etc., ,unless the system they abhor is actually functioning and in place – – which is rather, I believe, the civilian side of the ‘durnit! I haven’t given my life’s work, tears, sweat and been a law abiding citizen so you yahoos can go out and make an arse out of yourself, hurt others and then grin and think I’m okay with it/support you…” – – That said, I’m rather all for internet privacy and freedom, but seriously? If someone is silly enough to engage in such actions and post it on their publicly available to anyone social media feed, or even those who are silly enough to say things out loud, of what they are going to do/want to do? As far as I’m concerned, intent has been established and I’m just sad that once more, taxpayer dollars will be spent to fund the over time to bring those full of hubris to justice – – but, so be it – – :)Sorry for ‘my rant’ but thank you much, Charles, for listening – – 🙂
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You are welcome.
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