Texan_Til_I_Die Posted February 9, 2005 Report Share Posted February 9, 2005 First the story: SACRAMENTO, Calif. -- Nestled in a quiet Sacramento neighborhood is a very loud political statement that is testing the very foundation of the right to free speech. Hanging from a house in Land Park, a soldier's uniform in a noose dangles from a rooftop. The words "your tax dollars at work" are scrolled across the chest. In a community full of patriotism, this view of the war in Iraq has not gone unnoticed. "I think it's the ultimate sign of disrespect. We have troops dying for us," Land Park resident Mark Cohen said. "(I'm) annoyed and disgusted. I think if this is the way someone feels they can find a better way to vent their opinions," Land Park resident Pete Miles said. The homeowners behind the controversy are Steve and Virginia Pearcy. They released a statement saying, "There will always be people who are offended by political speech, and the most important forum of all ... is one's own residence. The First Amendment is meaningless unless dissent is allowed." Some neighbors agree. "Even if you don't agree with it, he has the right to state his opinion. I don't find it offensive at all," Land Park resident Cece Williams said. The tension in the neighborhood has escalated into more than just a political feud. The matter has been reported to the police department and to the city attorney. The city council has even heard about it, but says they can't solve the problem. "Unfortunately or fortunately this is protected speech by the First Amendment ... so there is nothing we can do about it," Sacramento City Councilman Rob Fong said. And now my comments: I agree that they have a “right” to express their true feelings in this manner, but I think they should be completely ashamed of themselves for doing so. They are, in effect, spitting on the very people that are out there every day, laying their lives on the line so that people like the Pearcy’s have the freedom to exercise free speech. I wonder how they would feel if (God forbid) there were a terrorist attack in their city and these same soldiers who wear this same uniform were the only thing standing between the Pearcy’s and death??? Would they still spit on them? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TreeStandBowHunter Posted February 9, 2005 Report Share Posted February 9, 2005 Re: Sacramento Couple \"Hang\" US Uniform DUDE, they need departed and then hung and left to die for the rats. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevebeilgard Posted February 10, 2005 Report Share Posted February 10, 2005 Re: Sacramento Couple \"Hang\" US Uniform wish they were in my neighborhood. i'd know what to do. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Norm Sauceman Posted February 10, 2005 Report Share Posted February 10, 2005 Re: Sacramento Couple \"Hang\" US Uniform [ QUOTE ] wish they were in my neighborhood. i'd know what to do. [/ QUOTE ] I could not agree more. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gator Posted February 10, 2005 Report Share Posted February 10, 2005 Re: Sacramento Couple \"Hang\" US Uniform TSBH, looks likes it may be time for a "road trip", you in??? LOL!!!! I'm GLAD they don't live in my neighborhood!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wtnhunt Posted February 10, 2005 Report Share Posted February 10, 2005 Re: Sacramento Couple \"Hang\" US Uniform [ QUOTE ] I agree that they have a “right” to express their true feelings in this manner, but I think they should be completely ashamed of themselves for doing so. They are, in effect, spitting on the very people that are out there every day, laying their lives on the line so that people like the Pearcy’s have the freedom to exercise free speech. [/ QUOTE ] Could not agree more. Wish those who wish to express themselves in that type of manner would just leave if they dont like it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slugshooter Posted February 10, 2005 Report Share Posted February 10, 2005 Re: Sacramento Couple \"Hang\" US Uniform Freedom of speech. yes. Poor taste. absolutely. Knocking on their door and slapping them. priceless. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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