I used to be a lawyer and learned to expect that kind of attitude from them. But even though I could expect that kind of stupidity from a group I could never get used to the way some people will take anything from anyone in uniform. And then, they dare ask how the Germans “allowed” Hitler to do all the things he did. We’ve had Bush and Co. as our Nazi party for eight years and have permitted them to rob us of our rights. The rights of cops… I can’t believe it!

These “happenings” are occuring nationwide, and worldwide. They harm no one.

Often with only an hour or two notice, groups of folks, of various ages, gather to participate in harmless, goofy activity. The worst that I have seen caused have been grins from onlookers and grins and giggles from those participating. Quite often not only the participants are videoing the activities, but the onlookers gather what video they can to show friends, family and perhaps the local news station.

These happenings create a sense of participation, camaraderie and good will. The participants unfailingly leave quickly, in single or couples or small groups, discussing what just happened and looking forward to the next occurance.

While they may not be the stuff of dreams for all, they sure beat the tar out of drug wars, drive by shootings and the daily meals of desperation force fed us by the media.

Interesting point.

Totally wrong, however. The Police, being an extension of the Government, have no “rights.” They have duties, and they have responsibilities.

**”And, do consider yourselves lucky the Park Police were that patient with you. Try that stunt in New York and you’ll have an entire mobilization on your hands, and far more than just 1 of you will end up in bracelets.”

So, because NYC is a more oppressive Police State than D.C., the denizens of D.C. should be “grateful” that they weren’t, say, tarred and feathered for their “crimes?”

I’m constantly amazed by the tenacity of America’s more sycophantic citizens.

Challenging the law, particularly challenging misuse of the law, is a responsibility of all American citizens.

**”The only thing “ridiculous” about it was the behavior exhibited by this group.”**

Of course, “ridiculous” behavior is not an offense which merits incarceration.

**”You don’t stand around attempting to engage in armchair legal discussions in the middle of a police incident, because you _will_ come out on the losing end.”

Of course, that depends on what you consider to be the “losing end.” Many young libertarians would gladly spend a night in jail to further their cause.

But then again, most young libertarians aren’t going to spend their days groveling at the feet of The Man, and they certainly aren’t scared to step on a few toes to get their message across.

If only the rest of America had the cajones to stand up for their rights.

By the way …

“Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.”

Ridiculous comparison. What does a club have to do with the Jefferson Memorial? How is that in any way related to this discussion?

>But to arrest one of these people that were in a non-violent, silent demonstration is just ridiculous and I’m sure you realize that.

The only thing “ridiculous” about it was the behavior exhibited by this group.

And, do consider yourselves lucky the Park Police were that patient with you. Try that stunt in New York and you’ll have an entire mobilization on your hands, and far more than just 1 of you will end up in bracelets. (Your “camera-toting friends” have nothing to do with the decision to make you a guest of the city for the night, so lose the false sense of security before it lands you in more trouble of your own fabrication.)

Tell it to Vince Foster.