Washington County Tea Party Faces Early Opposition
The Tea Party movement has been very vocal in its opposition of the Healthcare Reform Bill.
Some people in Washington County are trying to organize their own chapter, but are running into some opposition of their own.
But the group is refusing to let it stop them from pursuing its goal.
St. Theresa's Catholic Church was supposed to be the location for Washington County's first Tea Party meeting on March 18th.
But it never happened.
"It was pretty shocking to me to get a call from the Monseigneur that we had to cancel the meeting."
Diane Vitale claims someone called the Church Diocese in Pensacola, saying the group was using the church to host a political movement.
"They were threatening to destroy the status of tax exemption for the church."
Vitale and her friend, Karen Schoen, say the Tea Party is not politically motivated.
Both are members of Bay County's group and believe Washington County needs its own Tea Party.
"We were pleasantly surprised to find out that people in the county were very interested in the way their county was being run and the lack of information that was being disseminated from meetings," says Schoen.
Both Vitale and Schoen allege the county is misappropriating funds and failing to promote the possible economic development opportunities of the new Bay County Airport.
"So if we have limited means, they should be spent on things that will benefit the entire county, not just a few, not just for the whim of a few."
County officials would not comment on the subject pending a lawsuit over misappropriated funds.
Nor could we find anyone who is opposed to the Tea Party group meeting at the church.
"These people are not going to stop us from having a Tea Party that the community wants."
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So apparently they aren't politically motivated, but only discuss politics and politicians. Just a local sampling.
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SoWal Insider
Over the past year, Tea Party movement activists -- originally kindled by grass-roots opposition to the economic stimulus bill and taxpayer bailouts of homeowners -- came out strongly against the Democrats' national healthcare reform plans. That stance is evident in the latest USA Today/Gallup poll, in which 87% of Tea Party supporters -- versus 50% of all Americans -- say they consider passage of healthcare reform a bad thing.
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It is constantly amazing to me how the elitist, wealthy, Conservative/Republicans, and their representatives, mangaged to hypnotize and tame the working class Americans to be self- marginalized, and vote against their own self interests. It is truly an amazing feat.Seriously.
You can't give these people credit for thinking on their own can you? If they go against your liberal idealism, they've been brain washed by somebody. I think these good folks understand much more than you are giving them credit for.
Beach Fanatic
Over the past year, Tea Party movement activists -- originally kindled by grass-roots opposition to the economic stimulus bill and taxpayer bailouts of homeowners -- came out strongly against the Democrats' national healthcare reform plans. That stance is evident in the latest USA Today/Gallup poll, in which 87% of Tea Party supporters -- versus 50% of all Americans -- say they consider passage of healthcare reform a bad thing.
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It is constantly amazing to me how the elitist, wealthy, Conservative/Republicans, and their representatives, mangaged to hypnotize and tame the working class Americans to be self- marginalized, and vote against their own self interests. It is truly an amazing feat.
So they are against what YOU think is a good thing, this makes them brainwashed? Could you go ahead and give me a list of what YOU think is right for America so I can see if they have gotten to me yet?
Beach Fanatic
Ask WRobert, I think he still has the tea bags I gave him at one of the soirees.
I already told you if we are going to talk about tea bags it is going to have to be a more private conversation.
SoWal Insider
Over the past year, Tea Party movement activists -- originally kindled by grass-roots opposition to the economic stimulus bill and taxpayer bailouts of homeowners -- came out strongly against the Democrats' national healthcare reform plans. That stance is evident in the latest USA Today/Gallup poll, in which 87% of Tea Party supporters -- versus 50% of all Americans -- say they consider passage of healthcare reform a bad thing.they do it by appealing to prejudice, fear, and lack of introspection.
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It is constantly amazing to me how the elitist, wealthy, Conservative/Republicans, and their representatives, mangaged to hypnotize and tame the working class Americans to be self- marginalized, and vote against their own self interests. It is truly an amazing feat.
Beach Lover
Tea Partiers Are Fairly Mainstream in Their Demographics
The DNC is playing a very dangerous game of chicken in trying to marginalize a group like this. Not so fat, not so white, but definitely angry.
The GOP is playing a dangerous game by aligning with the teabaggers. Thinking Americans on both sides of the aisle are appalled by what they see at those rallies.
SoWal Insider
The GOP is playing a dangerous game by aligning with the teabaggers. Thinking Americans on both sides of the aisle are appalled by what they see at those rallies.
What are they seeing at those rallies that's so appauling and haven't seen before at similar rallies by other political groups?
Beach Fanatic
What are they seeing at those rallies that's so appauling and haven't seen before at similar rallies by other political groups?Absolutely nothing! If they want to see a rally about what tea party people are about, they should watch the tax revolt rally that will take place on April 15th. I think it is going to be a doozy.
Beach Fanatic
Ask WRobert, I think he still has the tea bags I gave him at one of the soirees.
I already told you if we are going to talk about tea bags it is going to have to be a more private conversation.
Does this also apply to the snorkeling gear?
Beach Lover
What are they seeing at those rallies that's so appauling and haven't seen before at similar rallies by other political groups?
How about blatant racism and hate speech with terms like "faggot" and the N word being tossed around. Spitting on people with whom one disagrees. Belittling a man with Parkinson's Disease who's unable to afford insurance.
Beach Fanatic
How about blatant racism and hate speech with terms like "faggot" and the N word being tossed around. Spitting on people with whom one disagrees. Belittling a man with Parkinson's Disease who's unable to afford insurance.If you have any proof of these allegations, please post them otherwise shut the eff up.
There were hundreds of cameras at the rally to which you are referring and not one has been posted or audio heard to support what you are claiming. So if you have such, please post it and I'll shut up. People like you have no inkling of what is behind the tea party movement and it is anything but racism and hate speech. You are probably of such an age that you were not around when there was "real" racism and hate speech, though of course I can't say that for sure. I can say I was around and can draw a clear distinction between the tea party rallies and those vitriolic ones of the past.
Again, to summarize. The tea party movement as I have been led to believe and told, is about limited government, fiscal responsibility, rights to the states that have been usurped by the federal government and members of Congress, state and local government responsible the the people, not special interests groups. The tea party will support any candidate pledging to follow their ideals regardless of whether they are Democrat, Republican or Independent. If I am wrong in these assumptions, please some tea party patriot, please set me straight. They also believe in a narrow reading of the Constitution, in other words what is actually written, and so do I.
Beach Fanatic
How about blatant racism and hate speech with terms like "faggot" and the N word being tossed around. Spitting on people with whom one disagrees. Belittling a man with Parkinson's Disease who's unable to afford insurance.
True...Republican/Conservative and the Tea Party Fringe = Sleeping together and, therefore, guilty by association. Can't wait to see the Teabagger's funloving take on upcoming Immigration Reform...we will see some new insults hurled at the Hispanic community via the protest placard.
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Beach Fanatic
True...Republican/Conservative and the Tea Party Fringe = Sleeping together and, therefore,guilty by association. Can't wait to see the Teabagger's funloving take on upcoming Immigration Reform...we will see new insults to the Hispanic community via the protest placard.In regards to your comment about immigration reform, there are immigration rules and laws governing how an immigrant enters this country. All most people ask is that those wishing to come to America come the right way. My ancestors did as yours probably did as well unless you happen to be native American. I am waiting to hear with baited breath just exactly what you think the "new insults to the Hispanic community" will be.
Banned
In regards to your comment about immigration reform, there are immigration rules and laws governing how an immigrant enters this country. All most people ask is that those wishing to come to America come the right way. My ancestors did as yours probably did as well unless you happen to be native American. I am waiting to hear with baited breath just exactly what you think the "new insults to the Hispanic community" will be.
I think it will just be a regurgitation of old insults. I would never give the tea-tards credit for originality. I don't want to get banned, and I don't know any code words or abbreviations for these particular ethnic slurs. You don't need to hear it from us anyway. Just be patient. You'll see.
SoWal Insider
How about blatant racism and hate speech with terms like "faggot" and the N word being tossed around. Spitting on people with whom one disagrees. Belittling a man with Parkinson's Disease who's unable to afford insurance.
The three supposed things that happened at every tea party protest.. regurgitated over and over again by the left, yet, there's no proof these things actually happened or in at least one case, it's already been shown that it didn't. The last article I read on the subject of the tea parties was that they represent or are supported by around 25% of the population. The last tea party rally I read about had over 15,000 people at it. But you pluck three suds stories off thinkprogress.com and claim they represent the tea party. Whateva!
But hey, like I said, feel free to try and marginalize these folks, speak out publically as often as you can, call these people ugly names and make sure you let the folks you're speaking to know you support Obama and the democrats. ;-)
SoWal Insider
True...Republican/Conservative and the Tea Party Fringe = Sleeping together and, therefore, guilty by association. Can't wait to see the Teabagger's funloving take on upcoming Immigration Reform...we will see some new insults hurled at the Hispanic community via the protest placard.
More and more these days, immigrants are being viewed as if they were the source of America’s problems. It seems the old Malthusian notion that people are a drain is making one of its regular revivals…
Anti-immigration has always been ironic, because throughout our history newcomers have been a source of strength, not weakness. America still attracts the world’s best talent. And surely that is no liability. Think of it. We can avail ourselves of much of the world’s intellectual wealth simply by opening our doors…The impulse to limit immigration is really a manifestation of the protectionist impulse. And it’s misguided.
- Dick Armey
Which isn't to say that all tea partiers are pro-amnesty. Conservatives and republicans are mix of views on the subject. For example, Bush promoted immigration reform that involved a form of amnesty, most conservatives or pro-immigration, and libertarians (who make up a percentage of the tea party crowd) are usually pro-open borders.
I think you and skinnergy are simply trying to white wash the movement.
Beach Fanatic
I think it will just be a regurgitation of old insults. I would never give the tea-tards credit for originality. I don't want to get banned, and I don't know any code words or abbreviations for these particular ethnic slurs. You don't need to hear it from us anyway. Just be patient. You'll see.Boy, I'll say one thing. Your response was "I don't know", spun about as poorly as one can.
Beach Fanatic
In regards to your comment about immigration reform, there are immigration rules and laws governing how an immigrant enters this country. All most people ask is that those wishing to come to America come the right way. My ancestors did as yours probably did as well unless you happen to be native American. I am waiting to hear with baited breath just exactly what you think the "new insults to the Hispanic community" will be.
You are correct in your assumptions Andy, and your approach is sensible and sincere--but, unfortunately, you will have no control over what your "other" folks will have written on the protest banners at the protests.
SoWal Expert
I must say that I have been quite surprised and appalled by the content and tone of many Tea Party gatherings across the country.
Not saying that these people are indicative of all Tea Party groups or participants, but it's hard for me to believe they aren't true representatives of the movement when they're the ones on a podium with a microphone.
Not saying that these people are indicative of all Tea Party groups or participants, but it's hard for me to believe they aren't true representatives of the movement when they're the ones on a podium with a microphone.
SoWal Insider
I must say that I have been quite surprised and appalled by the content and tone of many Tea Party gatherings across the country.
Not saying that these people are indicative of all Tea Party groups or participants, but it's hard for me to believe they aren't true representatives of the movement when they're the ones on a podium with a microphone.
Based on, the news clips you see on MSNBC? :roll:
Beach Fanatic
I must say that I have been quite surprised and appalled by the content and tone of many Tea Party gatherings across the country.Not to disagree with you alone, but I am probably the only one in this discussion who has actually attended a tea party rally and spoke to the gathering. And I was not the only one. Once again, I can only speak from personal experience but the rally was orderly, boisterous and sincere.
Not saying that these people are indicative of all Tea Party groups or participants, but it's hard for me to believe they aren't true representatives of the movement when they're the ones on a podium with a microphone.
There is a real problem with the way this country is headed, IMO. The tea partiers are trying to bring that realization to Americans as peacefully and orderly as possible while still making sure the points get across. Until you find out what their agenda is and how they plan to pursue it, please, as you would with the muslims and others, cut them a little slack.
SWGBAuthor
Andy A., regarding the belittling of a man with Parkinson's perhaps you should go back to the original thread.
I will preface the next statement with a warning that it is intended to make you think not be insulting in anyway.
How would you feel if your wife were in that mans shoes?
I will preface the next statement with a warning that it is intended to make you think not be insulting in anyway.
How would you feel if your wife were in that mans shoes?
Beach Fanatic
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These are Tea Party images. You can google more. I'm not going to get into all of this other than to post these. What's the old saying "A picture is worth a thousand words...."
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