Today, three years to the day after the January 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol to prevent the counting of the electoral ballots that would make Democrat Joe Biden president, officers from the Federal Bureau of Investigation arrested three fugitives wanted in connection with that attack.
My call to action came when I got notice that one of the Capitol policemen is running for office— I signed up to send him a small sum every month and so hope he wins!— his name is Harry Dunn.
Thank you Heather. Another important, informative, and inspiring LFAA.
I continue to worry that the violence committed on January 6th, 2021, this attack on the ideals of the United States, was just the surface of the horrific attack.
It is continuing to unfold, led by those GOP Members of Congress, a corrupt SCOTUS, and has infected State and Local government from sea to shining sea.
We are constantly reminded that the US Constitution is sacrosanct (although the vigor to defend it seems to only be related to the misinterpretation of one of its Amendments). Section Three of the Fourteenth Amendment is clear in language and context. While there is no question that Trump should never be allowed to hold any public office, it clearly extends to all those who actively participated in the planning, and more importantly, all those who have continued to obstruct and impede a complete investigation as accessories after the fact.
Until all are held accountable and expelled from office, the thought of “and justice for all” will continue to be aspirational.
Great historic reference, thank you, Dr. Richardson. The difference between true patriots as seen during those difficult months in Valley Forge and the smirk exhibition of entitlement on those fighting against a democratically processed election is clear as glass. In the words of Winston Churchill, "Never give in except to convictions of honour and good sense." No matter how entitled Trump's followers think they are, Democracy is worth fighting for. If they admire fascism so much they should emigrate to Hungary.
"staffers who delayed their evacuation of the Capitol to save the endangered electoral ballots"
Over the past three years I have wondered who these people were, as they were essential to seeing that democracy survived on January 6th. What would have happened if the ballots had been stolen or destroyed? Maybe the staffers don't want their names publicly known but perhaps they could be acknowledged in some other way. I'd love to know the whole. story behind their actions, the risks they took, their presence of mind and sense of duty that saved the 2020 presidential electoral ballots.
Heather's insight rings true(as always!). Commemorating January 6th insurrectionists as heroes distorts history. Let's honor the genuine patriots: the Capitol defenders, like officers Goodman, Dunn, Edwards, Gonell, and Fanone, who risked everything. Recognizing their sacrifice safeguards our democracy. Let's unite in celebrating those who protected our Capitol, reinforcing the values that truly define us as a nation.
Listening to NPR yesterday and found it disheartening that one caller said that the media was making to much of Jan. 6th. People were just having a peaceful protest which was the right. Two guesses who he supports.
I just hope Mr. Teflon finally gets what he deserves.
Hillary Clinton was right, they really are Deplorables. The lifetime losers from Flyover Loserville convinced their right to be successful as a result of the accident of their white birth is being stolen from them by the libs.
And I thought her “Beetlejuice” groping was an offense. .... Lauren Boebert (R-CO) wrote on January 5, 2021: “Remember these next 48 hours. These are some of the most important days in American history.” On January 6, she wrote: “Today is 1776.”
Why does million see the Jan. 6 rioters as patriots?
The short answer is that they want to rid America of all the complexities of having to see and live with diversity. They pine for a simpler world, one overthrowing government of the people, by the people, and for the people, instead for the cult of one overly-cosmetic-made-up, elaborately hair-permanented, obese diaper boy.
Longer answer is that they never got any education with sufficient humanities that any of them might have literacy for diversity, for complication and complexity. Thus (with the aid of billionaire social media algorithms for simpler hate) they clamor for the slogans, fantasyland lies, and racist formulas delivered by their orange fat guy and his mimics.
I live in Japan, where a recent survey shows more than a third of all adults under 50 have never had a date in their lives. This in a country where the schools, having removed humanities, also remove the personal -- and all its nuances. So large numbers are humanly crippled -- a third of Japan humanly neutered, the same proportion of Americans lunatic for their cult.
"Siblings Jonathan and Olivia Pollock, whose family owns Rapture Guns and Knives, described on its Facebook page as a 'christian owned Gun and Knife store'...” "Family members of the fugitives and of other Lakeland residents arrested for their involvement in the January 6 attack on the Capitol insist their relatives are innocent, framed by a government eager to undermine their way of life."
That way of life, one supposes, is what? Making a living on the unrestricted sale of guns and knives? With a gun-loving god backing them up all the way? Gods are handy that way.
Side note; I think it was Lauren Boebert who said that Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms should be the name of a chain of convenience stores, not a government agency.
We have a chance. To be the people in our generation(s) to beat back tyranny once again. To develop a system of finance and government that provides real opportunities for all. To be the very first generation of humans on this planet since we developed metallurgy to live sustainably. To eventually fly to the stars in a spaceship called The Valley Forge.
I do not plan to "pre-obey" (thank-you Tim Snyder for that term) the would-be dictators by fretting over how strong they are, or how well they are doing in some very flawed poll. I plan to move forward with my life's plans and work. I will obnoxiously and unapologetic-ally call out fascism when I see it, and explain to anyone in earshot how a DT dictatorship will make this country weak and venal. I will care for my family and neighbors. I will care for my patients. I will NOT sit down.
As always, Heather, you put today and past history in perspective. Keep reminding us that justice will prevail in a Democracy! It takes folks like you and those at Valley Forge to stand firm. Thank you!
My call to action came when I got notice that one of the Capitol policemen is running for office— I signed up to send him a small sum every month and so hope he wins!— his name is Harry Dunn.
Thank you Heather. Another important, informative, and inspiring LFAA.
I continue to worry that the violence committed on January 6th, 2021, this attack on the ideals of the United States, was just the surface of the horrific attack.
It is continuing to unfold, led by those GOP Members of Congress, a corrupt SCOTUS, and has infected State and Local government from sea to shining sea.
We are constantly reminded that the US Constitution is sacrosanct (although the vigor to defend it seems to only be related to the misinterpretation of one of its Amendments). Section Three of the Fourteenth Amendment is clear in language and context. While there is no question that Trump should never be allowed to hold any public office, it clearly extends to all those who actively participated in the planning, and more importantly, all those who have continued to obstruct and impede a complete investigation as accessories after the fact.
Until all are held accountable and expelled from office, the thought of “and justice for all” will continue to be aspirational.
Always love a good Star Trek reference! The future awaits . . .
Great historic reference, thank you, Dr. Richardson. The difference between true patriots as seen during those difficult months in Valley Forge and the smirk exhibition of entitlement on those fighting against a democratically processed election is clear as glass. In the words of Winston Churchill, "Never give in except to convictions of honour and good sense." No matter how entitled Trump's followers think they are, Democracy is worth fighting for. If they admire fascism so much they should emigrate to Hungary.
Washington vaccinated his troops with Smallpox and was able to have healthier troops to fight the war.
Another twist apart from today’s “true believers”*
*Eric Hoffer, “The True Believer.”
Who knew Heather was a Trekkie? One more reason to love her!
Heather, This is a fantastic news letter, and so timely. Enormous thanks for all that you do and all that you write!
"staffers who delayed their evacuation of the Capitol to save the endangered electoral ballots"
Over the past three years I have wondered who these people were, as they were essential to seeing that democracy survived on January 6th. What would have happened if the ballots had been stolen or destroyed? Maybe the staffers don't want their names publicly known but perhaps they could be acknowledged in some other way. I'd love to know the whole. story behind their actions, the risks they took, their presence of mind and sense of duty that saved the 2020 presidential electoral ballots.
Heather's insight rings true(as always!). Commemorating January 6th insurrectionists as heroes distorts history. Let's honor the genuine patriots: the Capitol defenders, like officers Goodman, Dunn, Edwards, Gonell, and Fanone, who risked everything. Recognizing their sacrifice safeguards our democracy. Let's unite in celebrating those who protected our Capitol, reinforcing the values that truly define us as a nation.
Listening to NPR yesterday and found it disheartening that one caller said that the media was making to much of Jan. 6th. People were just having a peaceful protest which was the right. Two guesses who he supports.
I just hope Mr. Teflon finally gets what he deserves.
Hillary Clinton was right, they really are Deplorables. The lifetime losers from Flyover Loserville convinced their right to be successful as a result of the accident of their white birth is being stolen from them by the libs.
And I thought her “Beetlejuice” groping was an offense. .... Lauren Boebert (R-CO) wrote on January 5, 2021: “Remember these next 48 hours. These are some of the most important days in American history.” On January 6, she wrote: “Today is 1776.”
Why does million see the Jan. 6 rioters as patriots?
The short answer is that they want to rid America of all the complexities of having to see and live with diversity. They pine for a simpler world, one overthrowing government of the people, by the people, and for the people, instead for the cult of one overly-cosmetic-made-up, elaborately hair-permanented, obese diaper boy.
Longer answer is that they never got any education with sufficient humanities that any of them might have literacy for diversity, for complication and complexity. Thus (with the aid of billionaire social media algorithms for simpler hate) they clamor for the slogans, fantasyland lies, and racist formulas delivered by their orange fat guy and his mimics.
I live in Japan, where a recent survey shows more than a third of all adults under 50 have never had a date in their lives. This in a country where the schools, having removed humanities, also remove the personal -- and all its nuances. So large numbers are humanly crippled -- a third of Japan humanly neutered, the same proportion of Americans lunatic for their cult.
"Siblings Jonathan and Olivia Pollock, whose family owns Rapture Guns and Knives, described on its Facebook page as a 'christian owned Gun and Knife store'...” "Family members of the fugitives and of other Lakeland residents arrested for their involvement in the January 6 attack on the Capitol insist their relatives are innocent, framed by a government eager to undermine their way of life."
That way of life, one supposes, is what? Making a living on the unrestricted sale of guns and knives? With a gun-loving god backing them up all the way? Gods are handy that way.
Side note; I think it was Lauren Boebert who said that Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms should be the name of a chain of convenience stores, not a government agency.
We have a chance. To be the people in our generation(s) to beat back tyranny once again. To develop a system of finance and government that provides real opportunities for all. To be the very first generation of humans on this planet since we developed metallurgy to live sustainably. To eventually fly to the stars in a spaceship called The Valley Forge.
I do not plan to "pre-obey" (thank-you Tim Snyder for that term) the would-be dictators by fretting over how strong they are, or how well they are doing in some very flawed poll. I plan to move forward with my life's plans and work. I will obnoxiously and unapologetic-ally call out fascism when I see it, and explain to anyone in earshot how a DT dictatorship will make this country weak and venal. I will care for my family and neighbors. I will care for my patients. I will NOT sit down.
As always, Heather, you put today and past history in perspective. Keep reminding us that justice will prevail in a Democracy! It takes folks like you and those at Valley Forge to stand firm. Thank you!