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#167519From: Supra CorpOct 12, 1994 9:30 AM
>> Larry, >> Elect a new government. >> >> We are a country supposedly based on democratic principles. That >> means if a majority of folks feel the government (whatever that word >> represents to them) is out of control…they vote in a new set of senators, >> congressmen, president, governors, etc. >> >> Who and/or what is the government? Are you going to march your 100 >> man militia into Washington and take over Congress, or the White house? >> >> Are you going to assassinate the Supreme Court, or the President? >> >> Are you going to take over a military base,or your local Mayor's >> office or ambush the local police? >> >> Just what exactly do you think even 100,000 "militia" folks could do? >> >> Don here's something scary to think about..did you see the news about the street gang in Chicago (who has been dealing in drugs and numerous other illegal activities) recently legally created their own political party and had a "political street rally" that 40,000 some odd people attended..They are nominating their own canidates for local office to "reform the system"… As you say majority rules.. Alex
#167550From: Don Curtis/SYSOPOct 12, 1994 2:48 PM
Alex, 40,000 in Chicago doesn't sound like a majority to me. And even if it was enough to get one councilman (alderman?) elected, that'd still be a minority on the city council (or whatever Chicago calls its equivalent). I do not know this…in fact this is the first I've ever heard that story…but would not be surprised if they gave away some form of freebie (such as food or beer) at that rally. The type of inducement always attracts large crowds, even if they're not interested in the message…a free meal or beer is always welcome. Don
#167716From: Steve AhlstromOct 13, 1994 3:42 PM
Don, The Chicago gang/politics story has been in the national news lately. The drug lords are forcing their dealers to kick back a percentage of their earnings to finance their political ambitions. They've no shortage of finances. But, it's Chicago, so not unexpected with it's history of Capone and the corrupt Dem party machines of the past. -sja