Post by: Phazuka on January 11, 2021, 12:13:30 PM
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Post by: Flapp_Jackson on January 11, 2021, 02:41:29 PM
Wow. That's like a whole f*ckn Division to protect one inauguration of an old, senile, fuddy duddy.
I think it's totally worth it to keep Joe safe with as many NG troops as they have -- so President Harris doesn't replace Bumbling Joe too soon. :crazy:
Post by: tim808 on January 11, 2021, 06:29:46 PM
I hear of these “million man marches”. Do they really get close to that #?
Dang...Inauguration day could be very interesting. Prior to last week I never thought things would get that interesting
Hopefully, with the NG in place, things will be calmer but you never know.
Post by: Kuleana on January 11, 2021, 07:09:17 PM
Hopefully, with the NG in place, things will be calmer but you never know.Those who still believe, in restoring the long since dead American Republic, know time is not on their side. Hence, no one should be surprised, if anything interesting happens on that day. Should anything happen, on that day, the question to ask is whether what happened was orchestrated by American patriots or a preemptive domestic false flag, to gain mass sympathy and further character assassinate American patriots.
Post by: ren on January 11, 2021, 07:15:59 PM
Wow. That's like a whole f*ckn Division to protect one inauguration of an old, senile, fuddy duddy.
C'mon man! That's the President of the United States!
Post by: robtmc on January 11, 2021, 07:17:39 PM
Wow. That's like a whole f*ckn Division to protect one inauguration of an old, senile, fuddy duddy.That will apparently be phoning it in from what I peripherally read.
Post by: tim808 on January 11, 2021, 07:41:22 PM
Post by: QUIETShooter on January 11, 2021, 07:44:33 PM
Post by: ren on January 11, 2021, 07:49:06 PM
https://www.military.com/daily-news/2019/06/20/president-trump-finally-get-his-military-parade-july-4.html (https://www.military.com/daily-news/2019/06/20/president-trump-finally-get-his-military-parade-july-4.html)
Post by: hvybarrels on January 11, 2021, 09:50:02 PM
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8XxTR9tKyPs
Post by: tim808 on January 11, 2021, 09:55:15 PM
Post by: MassConfusion on January 11, 2021, 10:28:36 PM
How many NG did they have on site for BLM?That sounds racist.
Post by: tim808 on January 12, 2021, 12:44:34 AM
Post by: Flapp_Jackson on January 12, 2021, 01:18:20 PM
Yes, it does sound racist that there NG was in place for BLM but not for the confirmation
Confirmation? Did Trump appoint another justice? :rofl:
BTW, most BLM "protestors" were NOT Black. Watch the videos.
(https://i.imgur.com/s8HVEKg.jpg)
Post by: oldfart on January 12, 2021, 04:43:55 PM
That would be about 5000 trump supporters.
:rofl:
Post by: aletheuo137 on January 12, 2021, 05:21:34 PM
Statistically, about half of those troops are trump supporters.I'll take your 5000 and raise you 5000.
That would be about 5000 trump supporters.
:rofl:
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Post by: tim808 on January 12, 2021, 08:13:33 PM
I guess it wasn’t a racist thing to not call in the NG, it was more of a selfish thing of someone who didn’t want to lose their power.
Post by: Phazuka on January 12, 2021, 10:39:01 PM
https://youtu.be/N1G5TWagqLQ
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Post by: QUIETShooter on January 13, 2021, 07:07:53 AM
Next week NG soldiers in numbers equal to an Army Division will be in place to protect the Inauguration ceremony.
:wtf:
Post by: omnigun on January 13, 2021, 09:01:15 AM
Post by: ren on January 13, 2021, 09:02:09 AM
Post by: groveler on January 13, 2021, 09:03:23 AM
They will need it. In fact I strongly encourage ALL Democrats to
lock down in the Democrat cities. Hide and don't come out.
Post by: QUIETShooter on January 13, 2021, 01:42:31 PM
Post by: rpoL98 on January 13, 2021, 02:20:51 PM
Ghetto Yutes are probably grumbling that this is direct interference with their livelihoods.
Post by: oldfart on January 15, 2021, 10:15:29 AM
Now the News outlet "The Hill" is reporting there will be 20,000 NG troops at the site and around the city.....
How are they going to keep social distance? :rofl:
As I quipped previously, statistically, now that would make 10,000 trump supporters in dc......WITH RIFLES!
:rofl:
Post by: changemyoil66 on January 15, 2021, 10:27:02 AM
Post by: QUIETShooter on January 15, 2021, 11:08:08 AM
At request of the NG beureu, HI sent 200 over.
I wonder what for?
Do our Guard members have a "special" skill that the bureau could not find in the 49 other states, that they have to go clear across the continent and 3000 miles to get 200 guard members from Hawaii?
On second thought, maybe Hawaii's NG can use the opportunity to gain experience and knowledge on how to secure, handle, and prepare for mobs and riots.
Post by: 6716J on January 15, 2021, 11:16:19 AM
Critics warn National Guard lacks exit strategy for presidential inauguration
By Paul J. O’Leary
WASHINGTON — More than 20,000 national guardsmen are expected to deploy to the nation’s capital to provide additional security during President-elect Joe Biden’s inauguration on Jan. 20, but critics warn the National Guard appears to lack an exit strategy.
“We have no metric for what success looks like,” said one high ranking officer. “Is it an hour after the man is sworn in? Is it when the protesters have all left? We just don’t know.” .......
Post by: QUIETShooter on January 15, 2021, 11:22:57 AM
The New America has started!
Guard members will be systematically rotated on tours of duty to permanently protect the Capitol.
Those who served will be eligible for medals of service.
It will be called the Capitol Service Commendation Medal. ;)
Post by: 6716J on January 15, 2021, 11:28:09 AM
His comment:
"Food for thought.
The guard cannot be deployed in DC without the approval of the Commander in Chief.
Thus, either Trump approves of this massive deployment (for whatever reasons) or a coup is complete if he does not."
Post by: Flapp_Jackson on January 15, 2021, 01:11:57 PM
The inauguration does not need to be held publicly. In fact, there is normally a swearing in before the event that's the official swearing in. The inauguration on TV is just for show, to drive home the transition of the presidency in grand fashion.
If COVID is still such a concern, especially in these flu seasonal months, why spend the money on a public gathering plus even more trying to keep it peaceful?
Makes zero sense. Pelosi tried to cancel the State of the Union Speech, then gave in to public pressure -- then she insultingly ripped up her copy of the President's speech and gave him a sideways clap.
I say pull the plug on the inauguration and have the event on live stream -- "lockdown style."
Post by: changemyoil66 on January 15, 2021, 01:28:40 PM
If this was any other event (possibly with any other president elect), the event would be CANCELLED due to security concerns. Putting a bunch of weekend warriors on alert to contain thousands of civilians is asking for another Kent State result. It'll just take one nervous Guardsman to overreact, and all hell will break loose.
Pics I saw so far, no one has mags. But may be issued later, who knows. Or could be empty mags like at the HNL airport after 9/11.
Post by: changemyoil66 on January 15, 2021, 01:29:03 PM
I wonder what for?
Do our Guard members have a "special" skill that the bureau could not find in the 49 other states, that they have to go clear across the continent and 3000 miles to get 200 guard members from Hawaii?
On second thought, maybe Hawaii's NG can use the opportunity to gain experience and knowledge on how to secure, handle, and prepare for mobs and riots.
So far Kahele taking advantage by posting pics of the guard there. He's a scumbag.
Post by: Inspector on January 15, 2021, 01:36:11 PM
Post by: aletheuo137 on January 15, 2021, 02:01:41 PM
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Post by: Inspector on January 15, 2021, 02:05:58 PM
I just heard it's up 25,000. I'll raise you 12,500 oldfart!Literally 10 seconds after I read your post a notification popped up in my phone saying 25,000 troops. :rofl:
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Post by: 6716J on January 15, 2021, 02:30:00 PM
Literally 10 seconds after I read your post a notification popped up in my phone saying 25,000 troops. :rofl:
2 WHOLE DIVISIONS
Literally waiting for CHICOM to invade along with the SOVBLOC as reinforcements
Post by: Inspector on January 15, 2021, 02:35:30 PM
2 WHOLE DIVISIONSA little overkill for Antifa...
Literally waiting for CHICOM to invade along with the SOVBLOC as reinforcements
Post by: QUIETShooter on January 15, 2021, 05:22:30 PM
Double check.
Triple check.
Then check again.
20,000 Guard Soldiers.
Just sayin....... :shake:
Post by: Flapp_Jackson on January 15, 2021, 06:21:48 PM
Pics I saw so far, no one has mags. But may be issued later, who knows. Or could be empty mags like at the HNL airport after 9/11.
Weapons are issued prior to deployment. Ammunition isn't usually provided until they are at their duty location. Less chance of an "incident" unrelated to the deployment.
Even IF they were issued ammo/mags, they would not be authorized to carry their weapons loaded in public while in travel status. They are not law enforcement.
Post by: Flapp_Jackson on January 15, 2021, 06:28:49 PM
Just saw a report that stated 21,000 troops. And now it was announced by the mayor that DC is under full lockdown. I am also seeing reports of cell phones and radio frequencies being jammed in the area. The FBI was saying they have intel of armed protests planned at all 50 state capitols.
If they are jamming cell phones and radios, how will law enforcement and NG communicate among themselves? What if someone needs to call 911?
I don't think they can find the police radios needed to outfit enough troops to cover the entire event in case of an emergency.
Rather short-sighted to jam cells. Journalists ought to be pissed at that as it interferes with them posting articles and engaging on Social Media. If this was Trump's inauguration, the media would be screaming for impeachment for 1A violations.
Post by: groveler on January 16, 2021, 10:49:38 AM
If they are jamming cell phones and radios, how will law enforcement and NG communicate among themselves? What if someone needs to call 911?About 15 years ago I came across government studies on using UV( 310 Nanometers and shorter) for communications.
I don't think they can find the police radios needed to outfit enough troops to cover the entire event in case of an emergency.
Rather short-sighted to jam cells. Journalists ought to be pissed at that as it interferes with them posting articles and engaging on Social Media. If this was Trump's inauguration, the media would be screaming for impeachment for 1A violations.
Los Alamos had chips. I can only assume the military went forward with it.
Can't jam it, can't "see" it, and you can't listen in.
The Congress's personal Capitol police has a force larger than most American cities, and they are useless, so why talk to them?
Post by: oldfart on January 16, 2021, 01:02:19 PM
Post by: aletheuo137 on January 16, 2021, 02:14:50 PM
A lot of tv news organizations utilize cell phone channels to transmit their video.They'll have to go back to two cups and a string!
Post by: Flapp_Jackson on January 16, 2021, 02:21:57 PM
They'll have to go back to two cups and a string!
Better yet, pay phones (if they can find one that's working and not in use), and the old "film at 11" promise, so the reporter has time to get the video to the station for airing.
Not conducive to the instantaneous live stream people are addicted to, though.
Post by: QUIETShooter on January 16, 2021, 04:21:04 PM
2 WHOLE DIVISIONS
Literally waiting for CHICOM to invade along with the SOVBLOC as reinforcements
A little overkill for Antifa...
Did you guys see them stringing up the concertina wire? Holy shit, they're not fooling around..... :rofl:
Post by: robtmc on January 16, 2021, 04:53:25 PM
Did you guys see them stringing up the concertina wire?And here I was rooting for Pelousy and ilk to be strung up on 1/6. irredeemable curmudgeon that i am.....
Post by: Flapp_Jackson on January 16, 2021, 04:55:36 PM
Did you guys see them stringing up the concertina wire? Holy shit, they're not fooling around..... :rofl:
How do we know that's not Trump's plan?
Barriers can keep people IN as well as OUT! :rofl: :thumbsup: :geekdanc:
Post by: Kuleana on January 16, 2021, 05:05:55 PM
The battle lines are drawn and the only question, in the short-term, is what the American patriots will do now?
Will they just sit back and wait for the eventual collapse, due to the internal social-economic strife, runaway national debt, and military overstretch?
or
Will they try the more direct approach and seize power; as there is really no in-between solution?
In the long-term, politically, the split in America is roughly 50%. Any thoughts or attempts of reconciliation, by the fraudulent Biden Administration, or any future non-Trump Presidency will fail, regardless of political affiliation. Either side demands a lot, which the other side will not give; fixed elections notwithstanding.
As some have surprisingly suggested, on the many numerous patriot, prepper, etc. forums; perhaps, the US should consider breaking-up as separate nation states and create new federal republics, of similar political and economic beliefs, in its place, for those wishing, to avoid potential bloodshed.
Post by: QUIETShooter on January 16, 2021, 06:38:19 PM
How do we know that's not Trump's plan?
Barriers can keep people IN as well as OUT! :rofl: :thumbsup: :geekdanc:
Now you got me thinking of that scene in Braveheart: where the Irish and the Scots were rushing each other in full blown assault......then suddenly they stopped and started greeting each other and hugging and all.
Then they turned around and together they rushed their enemy, lol!! :rofl:
Post by: rpoL98 on January 16, 2021, 06:41:26 PM
Post by: changemyoil66 on January 16, 2021, 08:25:20 PM
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Post by: rpoL98 on January 16, 2021, 10:08:07 PM
Post by: ren on January 17, 2021, 09:56:04 AM
Post by: tim808 on January 17, 2021, 10:08:41 AM
Post by: robtmc on January 17, 2021, 11:12:53 AM
Post by: QUIETShooter on January 17, 2021, 12:43:48 PM
Where the elite and the aristocrats and the "haves" exist in a utopia. Far away and disconnected by the "Districts". Protected by nameless and faceless protectors.
I wonder what "District" Hawaii is in.
And when the Hunger Games will begin.
Or has it?......... :shake:
Post by: tim808 on January 17, 2021, 02:25:42 PM
Post by: zippz on January 17, 2021, 05:10:29 PM
Post by: hvybarrels on January 17, 2021, 05:20:11 PM
Post by: changemyoil66 on January 17, 2021, 05:44:16 PM
trump isn’t part of the elite, trump sides with the districts?He sides with the people. No back door foreign deals that screw us.
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Post by: tim808 on January 17, 2021, 06:18:24 PM
But he seems self serving. Seems to Throw out people that disagree with him.
Wasn’t he or his family pitching for some kind of brand of canned goods at one time.
Didn’t seem to mind that he egged on people to March into the capital and causing some deaths and injuries.
Sorry, for digressing this is just the general discussion not the political discussion forum. I’ll stop.
Post by: omnigun on January 17, 2021, 06:34:06 PM
He sides with the people. No back door foreign deals that screw us.
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He sides with people whos last name begins with Trump :rofl:
If you think he is some sort of selfless being, I'm not sure what to say. You know he directs alot of money towards his properties right?
Post by: ren on January 17, 2021, 06:34:42 PM
Post by: hvybarrels on January 17, 2021, 06:41:30 PM
I don’t really follow the news - and even then it’s cnn left leaning - because that’s my wife watches - and MSN on the internet (are they left leaning?)
But he seems self serving. Seems to Throw out people that disagree with him.
Wasn’t he or his family pitching for some kind of brand of canned goods at one time.
Didn’t seem to mind that he egged on people to March into the capital and causing some deaths and injuries.
Sorry, for digressing this is just the general discussion not the political discussion forum. I’ll stop.
I would judge him on the quality of his enemies who are far worse regarding their own heaping helpings of hypocrisy when it comes to all those points. Everything they say nasty about him applies to themselves but to a far more exceptional degree.
Post by: Kuleana on January 17, 2021, 06:54:12 PM
trump isn’t part of the elite, trump sides with the districts?Trump, financially, is part of the elite.
HOWEVER, he is not an IMPERIALIST, but a shrewd business man that was trying to rebuild the self-sufficient American Republic, from the ground up. The rest of the ultrawealthy that run the US empire, via their Republican and Democrat stooges, could care less about its people. They only care about profits; which explains their domestic perpetual open border policy that provides an endless source of slave wage labor as well as the illegal invasions and overthrows of foreign nations that provide the empire's need for natural resources.
Post by: stangzilla on January 19, 2021, 12:21:09 PM
Post by: QUIETShooter on January 19, 2021, 01:01:12 PM
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M0l7xH5zbIg
Thanks for sharing this. Tucker offered an explanation of why there is such a tremendous amount of military presence in the Capitol:
A show of power to the people of the USA by the new fascist gov't of the democrats.
I thought I was bonkers but when the military presence in DC started to go up to ridiculous amounts I had the same thoughts in my head.
Looks like my thoughts are about to become reality.
Wednesday, January 20th after 12:00 pm America will change.
Post by: ren on January 19, 2021, 05:18:49 PM
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nidal_Hasan (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nidal_Hasan)
(https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/5/5f/Hasan_nidal.jpg)
not white
Post by: ren on January 19, 2021, 05:21:38 PM
Post by: groveler on January 19, 2021, 05:55:10 PM
Thanks for sharing this. Tucker offered an explanation of why there is such a tremendous amount of military presence in the Capitol:"Wednesday, January 20th after 12:00 pm America will change."
A show of power to the people of the USA by the new fascist gov't of the democrats.
I thought I was bonkers but when the military presence in DC started to go up to ridiculous amounts I had the same thoughts in my head.
Looks like my thoughts are about to become reality.
Wednesday, January 20th after 12:00 pm America will change.
It already has changed and for the worst. Let the random acts of violence begin.
Since their guys are in power now, there will be little opposition to the plunder.
and little reason to go along to get along.
Post by: hvybarrels on January 19, 2021, 06:06:34 PM
https://greenwald.substack.com/p/the-new-domestic-war-on-terror-is
Post by: Kuleana on January 19, 2021, 08:01:50 PM
Welcome to the domestic war on terror. The terrorists are anyone who disagrees with Corporate-Led Imperial AmericaI had to correct that for you.
Post by: ren on January 19, 2021, 08:15:07 PM
Post by: 6716J on January 20, 2021, 07:27:30 AM
"Wednesday, January 20th after 12:00 pm America will change."
It already has changed and for the worst. Let the random acts of violence begin.
Since their guys are in power now, there will be little opposition to the plunder.
and little reason to go along to get along.
"General note on inauguration day:
The hard left calling for a "9/11 type commission" (you know, justification for a shooting war) over 1/6, while openly talking about forcing conservatives into concentration... er, reeducation camps, absolutely ensures, without question, that compliance with any pending gun control will be zero.
In fact, such action is likely to remove compliance with any existing gun control. And well... probably any existing law at all.
I mean, why not? If your future is a cattle-car and a concentration camp, or most or all of your life in prison, they've removed any deterrence short of death for "illegal actions."
And shit, what point is there to "life" if it's in a camp?
This rhetoric out of the hard left is VERY dangerous. They are threatening to remove all the barriers to violence. And I don't mean burning trashcans - violence.
Interesting times and whatnot."
Post by: omnigun on January 20, 2021, 08:44:43 AM
Post by: ren on January 20, 2021, 09:23:37 AM
Post by: stangzilla on January 20, 2021, 09:34:31 AM
I'm calling political BS!!!
fear mongering by the incoming administration so that they can target the gun toting republicans and disarm the people and dismantle the 2A
Post by: drck1000 on January 20, 2021, 09:38:09 AM
where's all the ARMED protests at all 50 state capitols that we've been warned about by the FBI?Victimology 101
I'm calling political BS!!!
fear mongering by the incoming administration so that they can target the gun toting republicans and disarm the people and dismantle the 2A
Post by: changemyoil66 on January 20, 2021, 09:39:11 AM
where's all the ARMED protests at all 50 state capitols that we've been warned about by the FBI?
I'm calling political BS!!!
fear mongering by the incoming administration so that they can target the gun toting republicans and disarm the people and dismantle the 2A
Lye Hagi got into politics and not just the weather.
Post by: QUIETShooter on January 20, 2021, 10:14:03 AM
Lye Hagi got into politics and not just the weather.
He might as well. He got the recent weather forecast wrong.
Again.....
Post by: drck1000 on January 20, 2021, 10:16:53 AM
He might as well. He got the recent weather forecast wrong.Mauka showers in the morning, clearing up in the afternoon.
Again.....
That has a better than 75% chance of being correct any given day here. That confidence level is WAY higher than politicians. . . ;D
Post by: stangzilla on January 20, 2021, 10:26:51 AM
Lye Hagi got into politics and not just the weather.
he must be Russian too
Post by: stangzilla on January 20, 2021, 12:36:44 PM
I wonder why they were removed. bc they are Trump supporters, or white, or male?
Post by: stangzilla on January 20, 2021, 12:39:05 PM
probably bc there's nobody there except the NG
Post by: Flapp_Jackson on January 20, 2021, 01:14:35 PM
I think they removed 12 NG troops
I wonder why they were removed. bc they are Trump supporters, or white, or male?
MSM reported the NG people being excluded "had ties" to groups that made them "suspect".
So, no actual evidence they were threats, just guilt by PERCEIVED association.
Post by: rpoL98 on January 20, 2021, 02:10:40 PM
MSM reported the NG people being excluded "had ties" to groups that made them "suspect".probably NRA members. or registered as Republicans. or heaven-forbid, arfcom. you think 2aHawaii? nah, that's way too deep undercover.
So, no actual evidence they were threats, just guilt by PERCEIVED association.
Post by: drck1000 on January 20, 2021, 02:16:57 PM
MSM reported the NG people being excluded "had ties" to groups that made them "suspect".No innocent until proven guilty? They have a working pre-crime program online already?
So, no actual evidence they were threats, just guilt by PERCEIVED association.
[sarcasm before I get a response that NG is "different"]
Post by: Kuleana on January 20, 2021, 02:46:04 PM
"General note on inauguration day:Would one expect anything less?
The hard left calling for a "9/11 type commission" (you know, justification for a shooting war) over 1/6, while openly talking about forcing conservatives into concentration... er, reeducation camps, absolutely ensures, without question, that compliance with any pending gun control will be zero.
In fact, such action is likely to remove compliance with any existing gun control. And well... probably any existing law at all.
I mean, why not? If your future is a cattle-car and a concentration camp, or most or all of your life in prison, they've removed any deterrence short of death for "illegal actions."
And shit, what point is there to "life" if it's in a camp?
This rhetoric out of the hard left is VERY dangerous. They are threatening to remove all the barriers to violence. And I don't mean burning trashcans - violence.
Interesting times and whatnot."
Here's the fun question.
What is the so-called Republican leadership's official response, to this threat that is directed to about half, of the American population?
Post by: Flapp_Jackson on January 20, 2021, 02:52:18 PM
No innocent until proven guilty? They have a working pre-crime program online already?
[sarcasm before I get a response that NG is "different"]
The military has regulations that require the leadership to allow individual members to exercise their right to participate in political activities, as long as they don't affiliate with groups that advocate overthrow of the government or Constitution. They must not wear their uniform of otherwise bring their military position into the conversation or event. They can't be representing the military while publicly expressing their political viewpoints.
In today's social media environment, I fear it's now enough to declare someone affiliated or a "sympathizer" with subversive groups if you share a Tweet or FB post you happen to like that was posted by a member of one of those groups -- even if the post itself was not controversial.
This is one reason I no longer participate on most SM sites. People are being accused of EVERYTHING based on posts made years ago -- often in jest. Not worth it.
Post by: Flapp_Jackson on January 20, 2021, 03:19:22 PM
Would one expect anything less?
Here's the fun question.
What is the so-called Republican leadership's official response, to this threat that is directed to about half, of the American population?
I know you know better, but you continue to call out the GOP as if they are somehow not the same as the Democrats.
The majority of the GOP was against Trump until they saw a chance to piggyback on his populist successes. They are still mostly Swamp critters.
Whatever the GOP leadership's official response is or is not should not matter to anyone. They say whatever they think will placate the most voters. For the most part, voters have the memory of a goldfish. Nothing the GOP or Dems ever say further than a few weeks before an election ever matters.
Post by: QUIETShooter on January 20, 2021, 03:28:07 PM
hard to find pics of the mall surrounding the inauguration
probably bc there's nobody there except the NG
Actually, as I watched the inauguration, I was thinking: Where the f*ck is all the 20,000 Guardsmen?
All the wide view shots only showed the 3rd Division "Old Guard" active military in dress uniform and contingents of the active Navy, Marines, and Air Force. All in dress uniform. Tons of Capitol Police and the usual Secret Service.
There was a shot of about 20 Guardsmen for a few seconds......
I appreciate the military and all but as a TAXPAYER I want to know where the hell they were, dammit!! :grrr:
Post by: Flapp_Jackson on January 20, 2021, 03:32:08 PM
Actually, as I watched the inauguration, I was thinking: Where the f*ck is all the 20,000 Guardsmen?
All the wide view shots only showed the 3rd Division "Old Guard" active military in dress uniform and contingents of the active Navy, Marines, and Air Force. All in dress uniform. Tons of Capitol Police and the usual Secret Service.
There was a shot of about 20 Guardsmen for a few seconds......
I appreciate the military and all but as a TAXPAYER I want to know where the hell they were, dammit!! :grrr:
They were wearing camouflage. You aren't supposed to see them. :geekdanc: :thumbsup:
Post by: Kuleana on January 20, 2021, 04:39:51 PM
I know you know better, but you continue to call out the GOP as if they are somehow not the same as the Democrats.Apologies Flapp, I throw such questions periodically because there are still some hooked on the Red Team vs Blue Team mentality, rather than understanding that the whole system is corrupt to the core. It does not matter what party is in office; Trump notwithstanding, they will pit the masses against each other, thereby, screwing everyone over.
The majority of the GOP was against Trump until they saw a chance to piggyback on his populist successes. They are still mostly Swamp critters.
Whatever the GOP leadership's official response is or is not should not matter to anyone. They say whatever they think will placate the most voters. For the most part, voters have the memory of a goldfish. Nothing the GOP or Dems ever say further than a few weeks before an election ever matters.
I know you and the senior members, on this forum, know this already, but there may be some younglings that need help to reach nirvana.
Post by: ren on January 20, 2021, 05:50:44 PM
Apologies Flapp, I throw such questions periodically because there are still some hooked on the Red Team vs Blue Team mentality, rather than understanding that the whole system is corrupt to the core. It does not matter what party is in office; Trump notwithstanding, they will pit the masses against each other, thereby, screwing everyone over.
I know you and the senior members, on this forum, know this already, but there may be some younglings that need help to reach nirvana.
I don't agree on some things but I can see and agree on this perspective.
Post by: MassConfusion on January 23, 2021, 12:42:28 AM
Post by: bass monkey on January 23, 2021, 09:18:37 AM
All of this after their publicity stunt of "soldiers sleeping on the ground"
Post by: QUIETShooter on January 23, 2021, 09:46:15 AM
He also mentioned that at times the reporting of soldiers "sleeping on the ground" were either misinformation or exaggeration. Many times those huge clusters of soldiers were "standing down" while awaiting orders. It's just a transitional stage. When they are in this mode the soldiers will be grateful to just lie back and catch some Z's because when the mission order comes, sleep is the last thing on the priority list.
Anyone who served in the military, especially front line units, know that saying "hurry up and wait".
Post by: Phazuka on January 24, 2021, 08:11:26 AM
The Battalion commander from Hawaii mentioned that the Hawaii guardsmen had hotel rooms.
He also mentioned that at times the reporting of soldiers "sleeping on the ground" were either misinformation or exaggeration. Many times those huge clusters of soldiers were "standing down" while awaiting orders. It's just a transitional stage. When they are in this mode the soldiers will be grateful to just lie back and catch some Z's because when the mission order comes, sleep is the last thing on the priority list.
Anyone who served in the military, especially front line units, know that saying "hurry up and wait"
"Fury as National Guard troops were kicked out of the Capitol building offices, hallways and cafeteria by the DC Capitol Police."
Trump offered the troops rooms to fill the DC Trump hotel and catering but Pelosi politicised the issue and let them back in before God forbid Trump gives the troops 5 star hotel rooms and room service.
Freshman Congressman Matthew Caldwell delivers dozens of pizzas to troops who were ordered to leave the capitol building to an adjacent parking garage with 1 toilet, 1 power outlet and no heating in the 40 degree night.
https://youtu.be/9xKLXz-tupM
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Post by: Phazuka on January 24, 2021, 08:24:38 AM
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Post by: Kuleana on January 24, 2021, 10:18:14 AM
In other news, US Military convoys re-enter Syria. Satellite imagery shows Russian and Syrian troops digging defensive trenches and fortifications.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210124/47b18af715fbb2d9e33f5e0eb9e0125b.jpg)The US empire reclaiming its occupied territory, before the Trump Administration.