The Single Strongest Supporters of The United States Constitution! 
That's right. You heard it here first! Is it possible?
The damn ACLU? Don't they hate America intensely? Why is it that they continue trying to shut down free speech in this country by suing people who hate pedophiles? What's that? They were defending free speech? Oh.
Say, haven't you heard that the ACLU wants to destroy Christianity? Yes indeedy! They won't let people put the ten commandments in Courthouse rooms! ...And, they're all pedophiles, too! The same damn ACLU that drinks the blood of babies. Why must they hate America so? They support gays, atheists, nazis and even the Klu Klux Klan. We've heard it all. Perhaps somebody PRO-America should mention something about why they're the BEST thing since sliced bread when it comes to defending this country.
The Truth
This is what they WON'T sit and watch happen!
Well . . . ready for a shocker? They don't really support baby rapists and kitten killers. They support the US Constitution in all volunteer work. And they work hard to make sure that the men and women who have sworn to defend this "piece of paper" and the many who have given their lives to give us these rights did NOT die in vain. We have rights and freedoms . . . and when someone oversteps their bounds . . . these guys spring into action!
They say it quite clearly on their web site:
The mission of the ACLU is to preserve all of these protections and guarantees:
- Your First Amendment rights - freedom of speech, association and assembly; freedom of the press, and freedom of religion.
- Your right to equal protection under the law - equal treatment regardless of race, sex, religion or national origin.
- Your right to due process - fair treatment by the government whenever the loss of your liberty or property is at stake.
- Your right to privacy - freedom from unwarranted government intrusion into your personal and private affairs.
When they see abuse or suspect abuse . . . what do they do? They ask a judge, basically, "Is this ok?" If the judge says yes, the US wins . . . and it's permitted. If it's unconstitutional . . . it's stopped! Either way, the US Constitution is protected and America wins. They don't make the decisions OR the rules . . . they just ask.
So why the HATE?
Because there are real people IN this country that HATE the US. They'd like to see it gradually changed into a country more to their liking! People who are afraid, weak and pathetic always seem to launch truly lame, baseless attacks against the only organization in the country whose sole purpose of existence is to defend our American constitutional rights and liberties. These are people who never think to ask themselves why they really stand against America and the US Constitution. Religious people . . . (even Christians) and zealots who want this country to be as theocratic as an oppressive mideast Islamic country . . . but with the RIGHT religion, of course! Some have even more insidious agendas . . . but not one of the Stop the ACLU crowd has America in their minds. They have a different vision . . . and WHO keeps stopping them?? That's right . . . the ACLU!
Americans have been told and need to believe that the enemy lies within. The enemy wants to whittle away selective rights and gradually . . . . they want to set precedent and take more and more . . . until one day . . . they will be looking at YOUR rights. That pesky ACLU stands firmly in their way every time they strike a blow against this country! Maybe . . . JUST maybe THAT is why they hate it so much!. But the antiAmericans will never be happy. Why? Because there are only the fringe anti-American diehards . . . not real Americans . . . dedicated to destroying this country!
The ACLU challenges every attempt at defying the US Constitution and they do it in the way prescribed by the very Constitution they seek to protect . . . our courts! Ironic, isn't it? Each case brought by the ACLU shines a spotlight on people trying to 'slip by' the Law of the Land. Each case shines a light on WHO is against the Constitution.
It couldn't be more simple.
I'll close with Clark Kent's own words about the 'hate the ACLU' crowd and second them!
Thank God for the ACLU, and thank God the vast majority of America doesn't hate this country as much as you people do
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Send them a check at the end of every year.
That's my theory behind the vile hatred. : )
By the way, Lord Exchequer, Laird of all those other things, Charles Gibson talked about SCHIPS tonight on World News. I cannot believe how badly Bush looked in that segment - liberal media at it again! Can you believe they reported that Bush asked for $190 BILLION dollars (a little more than $15 BILLION/MONTH for a year) for the war and then said the US couldn't afford the $7 MILLION/YEAR SCHIPS program?!?!?!! God, they made him look awful. Damn liberal media.
To add to what Spencer said, I believe that many of those who blast the ACLU not only crave freedoms that are unconstitutional, but seek to revoke any protected freedoms that they do not agree with or even understand.
I've been interested in the ACLU but have been slow to join because of the venom some spew against them. I've been reading other's comments and looking at who is in the group of ACLU haters and had pretty much decided to send in my $$ next payday.
This just helped me seal the deal.
If you harbor hate for other law-abiding Americans, or the rule of law, you probably have no regard for the ACLU.
Great article, and I applaud you for the homage to Clark Kent (J***). His content is middle-of-the-road to conservative if you read the Constitution; yet he is frequently regarded as extremist by the unwashed masses of Gather.
Damn straight! LOL!
I really don't like to throw words like "unamerican" around but I honestly have a hard time understanding why so many people, when it comes to civil liberties for all, seem to agree with GW's description of the Constitution of the United States as a "just a goddamned piece of paper!"
I'm proud of the ideals and the promise of America -- freedom, justice, fairness and courage. I know we don't always live up to those ideals, but I believe that we should never give up trying. And that's why I'm a proud supporter of the ACLU.
Send them a check at the end of every year. "
Nice to know SOME still support the US Constitution that's become so unpopular with the GOP!
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"I cannot believe how badly Bush looked in that segment" . . . was it close to how bad he looks in real life?
Sara:
"...but seek to revoke any protected freedoms that they do not agree with or even understand."
That's it exactly. Freedom of speech for them but NOT for the KKK! Only by supporting freedom in ALL cases -- even extreme ones -- can we guarantee them for ourselves.
Ron: Careful . . . military 'leftists' supporting the Constitution as they swore to do are often maligned (See: Kerry, John; Cleland, Max; et.al.). You can't afford to lose anymore beauty sleep! :P
Kathleen: VERY cool! Truly, they are the staunchest defenders of the US Constitution and the freedom it guarantees! :)
Erica:
"Doyle, you crack me up!" It's what I live for baby (rapist supporter -- LoL!)! I took that same oath to protect and defend the US Constitution decades ago and have lived by that precept since. The buffoon we were subjected to was only out to score cheap points and we played into his hand. There's not enough 'points' in the world to make me profit off killer baby rapists by attacking the constitution so he can enjoy his Home Depot card . . . he clearly doesn't read . . . and water the flowers in his toilet bowl planter! :P
Dave A.: Thank you - today . . . middle-of-the-road is considered extreme leftist! We know better!
Wil:
"And that's why I'm a proud supporter of the ACLU. "
AND . . . the United States Constitution! :)
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I have been a card-carrying member of the ACLU for years now and am damn proud to say it. I must admit that some cases they have taken up make me a little uncomfortable, but I know they are there for ALL when it comes to defending EVERYONE'S constitutional rights. And they would be there for me someday if I was in need of help.
They deserve every true American's support - both philosophically and monetarily. Again, Bravo!
Thanks Jessie!
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"Nothing worth fighting for was ever easy"
Just because it may make some people uncomfortable doesn't mean that the ACLU isn't doing something that needs to be done in order to ensure our rights as citizens.
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Fear is the seat of most hatred. Ignorance fuels it.
Liberty for all. There is no clause for undesirables, heretics or the flatly stupid.
Viva la difference.
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http://bestoftoday.gather.com/
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Smile, thanks for the laugh Sheryl
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Long live the ACLU !!!
JERRY KAYS, Hats off to you. Remember that the ACLU, after years of abuse from Rush Limbaugh, went to court on his behalf to protect his right to privacy in his medical records. I don't know that the limp bough has even stopped the rampage against them.
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The Patriot Act is a prime example of what an oxymoron is...emphasis on the "moron" !
peace,bay bay...gayle
Thanks to you as well Gaylester! I'm more concerned with people just handing over those rights than others stealing them. How tragic that they claim to support soldiers and bash people for dissent . . . accusing dissenters of using rights others fought and died to give them (like that was a bad thing) . . . and then . . . those SAME people are willing to 'roll over' and simply give away those same rights. This country needs and education and an enema! Badly.
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6fLxuQwkp_I
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I'd believe the ACLU really was pro Constitution if they supported more than the first part of the First Amendment (even that is very cherry picked) and parts of the Fifth and Sixth...they're never there for the Second, Ninth, or Tenth....
http://abcnews.go.com/Politics/story?id=2900174&page=1
http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=55983
http://www.geocities.com/graymada/aclu.html
One of Joseph Goebbels quotes; "Tell a lie, make it big, and tell it often enough so that soon everyone will believe it."
And they were so busy patting each other on the back.
This man was not the President of the ACLU, he was President of the Virginia chapter. I never claimed that every individual in the ACLU was perfect and this man, clearly, was not. So? George Washington owned slaves. You approve of that? That doesn't mean that he wasn't instrumental in the birth of a new Nation, does it? If we search for members of the Red Cross who have committed crimes and find one . . . should we all band together and hate the Red Cross? SEE:
http://crime.freedomblogging.com/2007/08/20/
ex-red-cross-official-sentenced-to-six-months-in-prison-for-theft/
Are you a Red Cross hater too?
"The Truth about the ACLU..."
Once again going back decades . . . even to the 30s . . . and citing McCarthy era charges of affilliation with Communists does not speak for today's ACLU. Nor is this ancient history easily verifiable posted as it is on some other anti-American's Geo-Cities free website. Those damn commies LOVE the US Constitution.
"One of Joseph Goebbels quotes; 'Tell a lie, make it big, and tell it often enough so that soon everyone will believe it.' "
Ahhhhh! So THIS is where the Neo-CON GOP get's their directions!
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You might be a pompus jack ass, but I still luv ya! {{{hugs}}}
Incidentally, when I agree with them it isn't pom pom shaking . . . it's reasoned, intellectual discourse. You KNOW that!
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This means "HEY! Lookit ME, Lookit ME!"
Do you even remotely believe that because people are intellegent enough to see past the ACLU's ludicrous behavior, that they are anti-American for it? I would have to say that an ACLU stance would more appropiately be anti-American than what you suggest.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZFGsI-5gxM4
"I guess that the ACLU started out as a bunch of communists and they are now American heroes? "
First . . . you should say some of the members of the ACLU . . . The ACLU itself is not and was not Communist (not that you know what that term means anyway). Considering I have told you time and again that the 50 yr. old McCarthy-ist claims that labeled half of the world as Communists and the 70 + yr. old Great Depression strategies in the 30s which had the nation seeking relief are not a legitimate source to denigrate the current ACLU. Much as you would hope they were. Do you judge President Bush on his much more recent history as a drunken, coke fiend, frat boy branding others with a wire coat hanger? Or as a War criminal . . . oh wait . . . that's not history . . . it's current!
Yes, the ACLU is a modern day American Heroic organization whose SOLE function is to protect the US Constitution. Nothing less and Nothing more.
"Do you even remotely believe that because people are intellegent enough to see past the ACLU's ludicrous behavior, that they are anti-American for it?"
It's NOT remote. To attack the only group who has as it's only reason for existence the protection and preservation of the US Constitution is, by definition, Anti-American to the extent that the Constitution is PRO-American. You hate them because YOU are anti-American and cannot stand the fact that the US Constitution is in the way of most of your agenda.
Now, run along there and see if you can't find me another item about how 50 years ago there was a bad guy who supported the US Constitution so we should get rid of it. After all, you clearly believe that Communists are PRO-Constitution . . . and clearly that makes the Constitution bad. Great thinking.
I happen to believe the Constitution was initially written for the people of the United States, not for the rest of the World to come over here and pillage under the guise that they are intitled to any of the freedoms that this country has fought so hard to keep.
Why don't you bring some more of that McCathyism to the table and tell us that we must be going amuck if we don't let every Tom, Dick, and Harry come over here and exploit this country.
I don't think you're bright enough to know what a fool you are. In fact, I'd be surprised if somebody wasn't reading this to you. You are a classic example of why children should stay in school and learn how to think independently.
"If the ACLU is so great, why don't they go down to Mexico . . . "
I'm guessing because the sole reason that the ACLU exists is to protect the US Constitution . . . Pretty sure I mentioned that already. Have your 'friend' read it back to you again.
"I happen to believe the Constitution was initially written for the people of the United States..."
No shit. So why do you hate it so much?
"Why don't you bring some more of that McCathyism to the table and tell us that we must be going amuck if we don't let every Tom, Dick, and Harry come over here and exploit this country. "
Actually, it was you citing the 50s Communist witch hunts, not me. Also your statement makes absolutely no sense. What a shocker.
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Ok . . . I've tolerated your juvenile name calling because it's certainly likely you just really suck at spelling given the clearly inadequate education you've endured. The funny thing is . . . the fight is against people like you who want to give away those same freedoms . . . without so much as a groan. Your cowardly fear of some imminent terrorist attack has you jumping up and down in favor of rolling back all of the rights true Americans fight and die for. "Please, Mr. Bush . . . suspend Habeus Corpus . . . just don't mess up my shopping day!!!" Keep pumping them pom poms for Georgie . . . pathetic weasels like you guys would literally wet your pants if you had to stand up for anything.
Because, Bob, they are an American volunteer group and have their hands quite full enough trying to keep THIS country in line with the U.S. Constitution. They also don't receive any compensation for the work that they do. You really are quite misinformed when it comes to this organization. Too bad you don't appreciate the fact that the work they do protects EVERY AMERICAN'S CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS (that includes you, Bob, IF you are an American citizen).
http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,74843,00.html
You should also look into something less laughable as a source than FAUX news . . .
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http://www.krnv.com/Global/story.asp?S=7163998
You better quit while you can, you're a loser, whip.
berf . . . huh?
Doyle I <~~~~~
"The Factor has found out that most of the money flowing into the ACLU comes from left-wing organizations, no surprise."
It's a shame more right-wing organizations aren't willing to contribute money to an organization dedicated to the protection and preservation of the US Constitution, but hey, that's their choice. The good news for them is that the ACLU will still help them if they ever need it. Just like they helped Rush )link).
The part I can't figure out is why people like Bob say they hate the ACLU because it's a communist organization, and at the same time seem to have issues with how private individuals and organizations choose to spend their money. Howzat work?
I don't know what a 'subreption' is Bob, but if you've got evidence proving that the ACLU doesn't defend the rights of the American people, feel free to share it. I clicked all your links but I didn't see anything that did that. A few of them dealt with the fact that the ACLU was started by communists, and the rest of them were examples where the ACLU was doing exactly what it claims to do. Defending the rights of the American people.
" Wil, I never said that I hated anything"
Sorry if I put words in your mouth, Bob. You said you hated people representing themselves as something that they're not, and you said the ACLU was representing themselves as something they're not. That looks to me like you're saying you hate the ACLU. If you don't hate the ACLU, then I apologize for my misunderstanding.
Are they Wil? You tell me.
Sure I get it. You hate the US Constitution and, therefore, attack the people who defend it and thwart your UnAmerican dreams.
"They just do not want to let people who may be reading this thread to know it. That is why they deny the validity of the links that you posted. "
Another Anti-American heard from . . . listen grim fool . . . I looked at his links . . . most of them prove MY point! The rest of his ancient insinuations imply Communists had a hand in founding the organization more than half a Century ago . . .
"Misrepresenting these vultures as a bunch of philanropists that are here to defend the rights of the American people is nothing but a subreption. "
Show me ONE example where they are NOT defending the US Constitution. Just ONE. While you're at it . . . give me an example of the subreption you falsely accuse. You're quite ok with making baseless accusations . . . perhaps you could provide some evidence? So far . . . I'm ( *what a shocker* ) STILL waiting.
"...if you've got evidence proving that the ACLU doesn't defend the rights of the American people, feel free to share it."
Don't hold your breath Wil . . . if there was ANY evidence we would have seen it by now.
":"Wil, I never said that I hated anything, other than people representing theirselves as something that their not. Are you saying that the ACLU fits this discription?
Are they Wil? You tell me. "
"Misrepresenting these vultures as a bunch of philanropists that are here to defend the rights of the American people is nothing but a subreption. "
ROTFLMAO ! ! ! ! Oh . . . ( Sh*t Dude . . . you can't even follow your OWN line of reasoning). You CLEARLY stated you hate the ACLU. I'll tell you that they actually represent the US Constitution (which is why you hate them) . . . Now . . . If ANYONE is representing themselves as something they're NOT . . . it'd be YOU . . . unless you admit to being an unintelligent, Anti-Constitution, Anti-American sleaze who has now implied that this organization, founded by Communists and supported by Billionaire capitalists and philanthropists, is worthy of your contempt. Because it supports all that made this country great and defends the freedoms our troops have fought and died for against people like you . . . well . . . the troops defended against armed people who tried to take freedom by force, not slinky cowards who try to take people's freedom by back door, darkened deals and fear mongering (that's what the ACLU defends us from) . . . but I'm sure you don't want people to see you for what you really are. I don't blame you.
Wil:
sub·rep·tion (sub rep′shun)
noun
[1] deliberate concealment or misrepresentation of facts so as to gain some benefit or advantage
[2] an erroneous inference or conclusion induced by this
Perfect example of everything Boobie is saying--he hates the Constitution--while claiming to be an regular American.
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If one can't support the ACLU because of a screwball in Virginia, I guess Bob has fled the Church after pedophile priests, preachers with rent-boys, and faith-healers stealing form their father-s Univeristy.
Thanks Peter!
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http://www.aclu.org/acluf.html
Peter do you know what NAMBLA stands for? This is one of the pedophile organizations that the ACLU stands up for:
http://www.nambla.org/
http://www.nationalreview.com/murdock/murdock200402270920.asp
"The ACLU is comprised of two separate corporate entities, the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation. Although both the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation are part of the same overall organization, it is necessary that the ACLU have two separate organizations in order for the ACLU to do a broad range of work in protecting civil liberties. This Web site collectively refers to the two organizations under the name "ACLU."
"Peter do you know what NAMBLA stands for? This is one of the pedophile organizations that the ACLU stands up for:"
Another case where the ACLU defends the right to free speech and this was hammered to death in the last article (before it was deleted) . . . Your right wingnut 'National Review' and Murdock are about as extremist as they can get without a swastika stamp . . . but even they start off talking well of the ACLU (though the bias is difficult for them to hide)
Parents of a murdered kid, having found justice with the killers locked up for life and without possibility of parole now wanted to sue a website for existing. Check out the web site. They advocate changing the law so sex with minors is not illegal. Pathetic and sick . . . but they have a right to try to get people to change the law. They do not set up meetings of pedophiles with children nor do they advocate ANY illegal activities. So, because a killer is a member they want to sue them??
They have a Constitutional right to freedom of speech. NOT just the speech YOU want to hear. Made my point again Boobie . . . they're out there protecting freedom . . . even for disgusting people like Senator "pass the TP" Craig, Rush "Hillbilly Heroin" Limbaugh and Nambla . . . all pathetic . . . all protected. You should be happy. They protect YOUR right to free speech too. You're in good company.
What a shocker.
As far as posting links to websites, don't you think I have a right to do that? Just because you have a reading disability, it doesn't mean that I don't have any rights to post ANY website that I choose.
P.S. when the opposition looses its integrity, they start calling eveybody names. Or, are you like the ACLU, not having any integrity, just out for the money.
"As far as posting links to websites, don't you think I have a right to do that?"
Of course . . . though I usually recommend you read them so you stop posting links that make MY point and make you look like a fool.
"Just because you have a reading disability, it doesn't mean that I don't have any rights to post ANY website that I choose."
As it happens I have no reading disability. That's right, have whoever is reading this to you read it again. Now have that person explain to you what it means. I'm the one reading your links that prove my point . . . you're the one not having your friend read them to you so you seem unaware that you're making my case. So who has the disability? So . . . I guess I can post ANY link I want to prove my point too then? Cool!
Here are some links the prove MY case!
I can post
any link I want
and Prove MY point
Boobie style!
"Or, are you like the ACLU, not having any integrity, just out for the money. "
The ACLU and I have incredible integrity. Neither of us is in need of money . . . and both of us piss you off because we defend the Constitution against slimeballs like yourself . . . and some much worse who also happen to know how to read.
I have posted the links, proven my case and clearly won! Thank you for playing the "I hate the USA" game . . . and have a nice bitter conversation with your elementary school reading teachers. You might also want to spend a moment or two reflecting on why you hate this country so much that you'd like to see the US Constitution shredded . . . not enough hugs from Mommy? Daddy a drinker? A little toooo close to the local Priest? Whatever it was, you unAmerican hate of this country comes through loud and clear.
What a shocker.
All right Nick, but you should have worked in the wire hanger branding, drunk driving, vacation-holic points too. Wait a minute . . . I bet that's what all those vacation days were for . . . Lucky Charms and Stooges. Nyuck Nyuck Nyuck!
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I think that the people that run this 85 million dollar a year company are actually pretty smart as they don't have to pay their fledgling help any money. (attorneys that work for free)
You see all kinds of things. I wonder if any of them exist?
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What a shocker.
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But, I loved Nick's tin-hatted eater of the Lucky Charms.
The AWOL in Chief is a national disgrace.
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You can all see clearly that I have allowed ludicrous, name-calling Bull from Bob M. aka Boobie . . . though he's not really interested in debate. When he adds absolutely nothing to the debate but calls names to anyone other than me the comment will be deleted. Any future comment in which he has decided that name-calling will be the priority will be deleted. He started it . . . I'm ending it. Should he have anything to add . . . other than name-calling . . . it will be included!
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You continue to surprise me! You are SO right . . . it's easy to support freedom of speech when people are saying what you want to hear . . . Not so easy when they are MORONIC and despicable, like the KKK or Nmabla . . . but freedom is freedom . . . and it has to be for all! Proud of you girl!
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