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[stratedwn2you]

I'm embarrassed by Portland.

Photos of Portlands "Peace Rally"

You know, regardless of how we feel about the war or being over there... at least have some heart for the boys and girls over there.

Maybe I'm biased but my little brother means the world to me and I hate to think he sees something like a sign that says "Fuck the troops".

I'm glad I wasnt

Comments

[quan_yin]

You know it's too bad that sign has to be the first one - because it's the only one that I feel is disrespectful to the troops and is certainly the first thing people are going to attach to to discredit people who don't support the war, no matter that the majority of the people marching DON'T feel that way. There always has to be some asshole at these marches that ruins it for everyone else.

I say, fuck the government who is fucking over the troops by making them fight a horrible war.

[stratedwn2you]

These Peace Rallies, as they call them, are usually aggressive. These folks get together to cause trouble with the cops, the other group of "troop support" ralliers, etc.

I dont like how this war was started and how it's continuing, but I'll always support our soldiers. They are over there to PROTECT us because IF THEY DONT, NO ONE ELSE WILL.

One of my favorite lines is:
If you dont support our troops, then by all means stand in front of them.

We are going to be at war regardless of whether or not our soldiers agree... they joined to protect their nation and families. If theyre called up, then they have to go... and are usually proud to do so... we should also be proud of them.

[quan_yin]

Respectfully, because this is your journal and you have a right to your opinion, I have to say that I absolutely disagree. There was one offensive sign in that link you posted - out of how many? It's not fair to focus on that one sign and say they're all like that

[stratedwn2you]

;) Youre always entitled to rant here! I love discussions,and I'm by no way trying to change anyones view.

I agree, I am generalizing where I shouldnt. Youre right, saying all Anti War protesters are bad is like saying all soldiers rape the local women.

It's really too bad our media focuses on the negative.

Yeah, I've been to a few early on. I started going to take photos, but I had to stop because seeing numerous images like these hurt so deeply.

[quan_yin]

Believe me, I'm not saying they don't get crazy. Every single one I've been to I keep a close eye out because when those rubber bullets start flying, I don't want to be anywhere near that shit!

I hope your brother comes home safe and sound and SOON!

[stratedwn2you]

Hahahah Youre so silly ;)

(I love this journal cuz I have friends from all walks of life here *smiles*)