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18 Feb, 7 tweets, 3 min read
(1) I've been reading about some of those already charged from 1/6. I noticed this one because his photo was so... alarming.

In his case there's a range of comments and video to draw on. Including a softball interview from a local conservative media org...
(2) There's this video clip... what a douche. This is why most people don't want to run for office locally. You have to deal with this kind of person.

(3) One of the documents filed in court so far. Compare and contrast with the narrative he wants you to believe (next tweet).

htv-prod-media.s3.amazonaws.com/files/fitzsimo…
(4) I was just minding my own business, officer. I dindu nuffin.

therochestervoice.com/west-lebanon-m…
(5) I grew up in the 80s when the IRA was killing hundreds of innocent people in the UK. I have Irish heritage from Ulster and the Republic. We'd avoid the subject if it came up around someone from Ireland.

"One man's terrorist is another man's freedom fighter."
(6) I found this 2018 thread that I mentioned yesterday. There's a definition of domestic terrorism at tweet (3) and a bunch of examples of violence by the left, directed at the right.

I denounce violence by both extremes. Be part of the sane 95%.

(7) I've been doing some reading about this guy & will aim to add more tomorrow. He has done things in recent years in Maine that require comment.

He's just one example of many. These people are dangerous. Fortunately, he is in custody and likely to remain there for some time.

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Hurricane Watcher - Back The Blue, No Excuses Profile picture
18 Feb
(1) Love this. Been thinking lately that at times like this our forbears would say to each other "don't you know there's a war on?"

The pandemic + flow on effects make life extra hard for most people. For at least 2 years. Pace yourself.

Choose perspective, empathy & wisdom.
(2) I think almost everyone, if they're honest, will agree that the politicization of the pandemic is a bad thing.

I get few RTs these days because I started openly questioning the actions & omissions of former President Trump in Nov-Dec 2020.

And I don't support the left.
(3) If I'm proud of anything, it's my willingness to make political "conscience" decisions regardless of the fallout.

I used to think everyone was willing to do this at some point. Disheartened to learn yet again that most prefer to stay in their tribe.

Oh well.
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17 Feb
(1) We all knew there weren't the votes to convict Trump this month. That aside, the events reveal a lot of things about those who were involved.

I've learned how to spot abusive behavior: domestically & politically. This guy is a shocker.

thehill.com/homenews/senat…
(2) I watched his 7 minute interview with CBS after the trial. I was stunned by the amount of it that exposed van der Veen's attitude to his work.

Trump defenders lauded his performance, saying he "destroyed" the interviewer.

No. It was the opposite.

independent.co.uk/news/world/ame…
(3) Van der Veen comes across as a spoilt child. He doesn't need to; he would be far more effective in his work if behaved at least a little bit professionally.

He loses his cool and plays the victim.

Observing "playing the victim" is a very good way to spot an abuser.
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16 Feb
TY, longsuffering US Secret Service for all the times you have to go above & beyond for protectees, (incl Ds & Rs, BTW.)

Every time Trump drives close to crowds, esp. without warning, he makes their job harder.

Even if he paid for private security, the agency can't let him.
Just to clarify, the Secret Service protection for every former POTUS & FLOTUS for life is done for the benefit of the country.

The agency cannot end it when a protectee demands. If Trump wants that then Congress will have to decide what to do.

He should back the blue.
Trump promised to back the blue and used terms like "always" hundreds of times, including a few short months ago.

He broke this promise, multiple times, not just on 1/6, though that is the most egregious example.

That alone is reason enough to leave him. And it takes courage.
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15 Feb
(1) Thread: Why it might be a good idea for you to look at these photos and share the link.

Below I list some reasons and offer points on replying to the usual criticisms about it.

fbi.gov/wanted/capitol…
(2) Some of the pix are very clear and if you know of the person you will easily recognize them.

There's an old saying "snitches get stitches." We each have a choice whether we want to help the cops prevent crime & maybe even save lives, or not.

Both options carry some risk.
(3) It is possible to anonymously report info to law enforcement. If you want to, then don't use your own phone, etc.

Giving them your name and details can be helpful if they want more info later. Alternatively, putting it in writing gives you greater control of your message.
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15 Feb
(1) Thoughts from a radical centrist in 2021.

I never liked that kind of label but it's one of a few that partially express where I'm at.

I'm a conservative & not a "centrist" by ideology. But I become an independent to escape the extremism of the far right AND the far left.
(2) I say this bc my online life became less easy when I started speaking up about the events that led to the 1/6 Capitol riot.

I'm not complaining about that. I knew it'd happen & I did it anyway.

I was a firm Trump fan bc of his policy results. Then he let the mask drop.
(3) In before the far left tell me I'm evil because I once supported Trump...

Have you ever changed your mind about something? We all have.

If you want to stop the carnage you should embrace folk like me. We can help those who want peace.
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14 Feb
(1) Thread: Suicide prevention is always an important cause.

Multiple stressors are driving up the suicide rate in 2021. Chief among them is the pandemic & flow-on effects. I also add politics is a factor.

Going to add examples below over time.

suicidepreventionlifeline.org
(2) I hesitated but it's now time. Talking about suicide prevention and response is one way to reduce the harm.

Several groups are at increased risk, esp first responders & health providers.

This case involved a political consultant:

heavy.com/news/chris-dil…
(3) From the story, Chris Dillard attended a local "Stop The Steal" event. It would not surprise me to see a number of people suicide as a result of the tense political situation in the US at the moment.

Politicizing these deaths only makes it worse.
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