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Forum Post: Solidarity with the victims of disrespectful, vulgar, hack attacks.

Posted 12 years ago on Aug. 11, 2012, 7:15 a.m. EST by VQkag2 (16478)
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When one of us is under unfair attack! Anyone who prefers respectful, fair approaches to the issues we face on this forum, and in the world. Please give an upvote, a kind word. A defense against attackers. Show would be attackers that we stand together for these basic concepts. This can be a form of humiliation in the town square in days of old. And of course reporting abuse when appropriate is acceptable.

Thanks

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[-] 4 points by MaryS (529) 12 years ago

Don't get on much anymore but I always enjoy your posts, DKA. Keep up the good work.

[-] 5 points by VQkag2 (16478) 12 years ago

Bless your heart.

[-] -1 points by TryingForAnOpenMind (-358) from Yonkers, NY 12 years ago

what are you talking about? What are we going to do now??

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gTQCU2ndzzw

[-] 4 points by ericweiss (575) 12 years ago

DKAtoday is an asset to us all don't let the trolls snare you

[-] 3 points by VQkag2 (16478) 12 years ago

well said.

[-] -1 points by TryingForAnOpenMind (-358) from Yonkers, NY 12 years ago

you should have left off the last 2 letters ..for a more apt description of it.

[-] 4 points by bensdad (8977) 12 years ago

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Sanity & fairness is valuable
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......THANQ DKAtoday
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[-] 4 points by VQkag2 (16478) 12 years ago

Sing it loud. Sing it proud make that old man blush. And let the hatemongers see what positiveness is.

Kumbai ya m'lord.......;)

Peace

[+] -6 points by TryingForAnOpenMind (-358) from Yonkers, NY 12 years ago

you are crazy too.

[-] 4 points by bensdad (8977) 12 years ago

keep trying - its closed

[-] 3 points by DKAtoday (33802) from Coon Rapids, MN 12 years ago

Well thank you VQ for your support - but please - ummm - this is not necessary - all of this non-sense is just a distraction and should die a quiet un-remarked and un-remorsed death. Again thank you - but please remove the post. Lets just get on with business - the business of addressing needed change for a better world. Using all of our varied talents strengths skills and approaches.

[-] 4 points by VQkag2 (16478) 12 years ago

Very good. I will do as you ask in short order. I ask that we let the forum have their say and leave it all behind.

Woke up very early, logged on and saw a disturbing incident of attack. Like you, I would not want a fuss made over me. I think though it is important that the attackers should see in black & white where the good people of this forum stand.

Humiliation in the town square is most effective. That is what I was trying to do. Please don't be offended. And maybe seperate your own humility and recognize that whether you or the next victim we can fight back with overwhelming positiveness.

It doesn't have to take away from the real business we care about. In fact we could be stronger.

Peace, I will stop.

[-] 3 points by DKAtoday (33802) from Coon Rapids, MN 12 years ago

Well - thank you and I thank everyone who made a nice comment - I feel better seeing your understanding of me. Now lets just let it go and get beck to important things like making plans for a better world.

[-] 2 points by beautifulworld (23822) 12 years ago

Thrasymaque, remember him? He once told me something in PM that made a lot of sense. He said anyone who supports OWS in no way supports the Republicans. He was right about that. So, all the supporters of OWS have that in common. Some may lean more to the left than the Dems, but they sure as hell aren't Republicans. So, quit arguing. It isn't going to help anything.

[-] 4 points by shoozTroll (17632) 12 years ago

Remember him?

I fought him tooth and nail.

Pointed out to him, that he was an unrepentant tyrant.

If he returns?

I'll gladly do it again................:)

[-] 2 points by beautifulworld (23822) 12 years ago

Yep, you are definitely one of the folks who could not possibly forget him. We drove him away in the end, it appears. LOL!

[-] 3 points by shoozTroll (17632) 12 years ago

I'll argue with almost anyone, but bots and spam are just plain tyranny.

As would be the endorsement of such behaviors.

[-] 2 points by beautifulworld (23822) 12 years ago

Most definitely in agreement!!!

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[-] 7 points by VQkag2 (16478) 12 years ago

You are of course correct Zen. We must challenge any comment that doesn't support the 99%.

We can't pretend they don't exist. You're always standing strong against that tide and I for one appreciate it.

Thx

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[-] 5 points by VQkag2 (16478) 12 years ago

That stench is from rotting of their souls.

[-] 4 points by beautifulworld (23822) 12 years ago

That's just it, though, it is confusing. Because, if you want more broader sweeping change, which OWS as a movement clearly does, then you can't work within the current system, and that, in the short term allows the Republican crap platform to continue, but in the long term maybe we can make some real gains. I'm for working for the short term and the long term at the same time. I think it can be done. That is why I think all the good and very smart people on this forum may disagree to an extent, but I think their arguments all have validity and don't actually counter one another. Everyone has their own role to play in moving this country in the direction it needs to go in. It's just not a completely linear trajectory.

[-] 4 points by VQkag2 (16478) 12 years ago

We DO each have a role to play. I agree. We may not agree with every role/tactic but we should try to lift each other up, and not tear each other down.

We need each other. We need the support that comes from others struggling together.

Reforming from within may not be possible.

Recreating from scratch may not be possible.

But each might progress with the others support.

[-] 3 points by beautifulworld (23822) 12 years ago

Well said, but they may just be possible, too.

[-] 2 points by DKAtoday (33802) from Coon Rapids, MN 12 years ago

A balance must be found - and that will take much work and acceptance of each other to achieve. A new maturity.

[-] 4 points by VQkag2 (16478) 12 years ago

Quoting Thrasy is an interesting choice. And to suggest any one should "quit arguing" is unfortunate.

Arguing is good. disrespect, name calling, personal attacks are the kinda things to quit but I wouldn't want to discourage free speech/expression.

Peace, & Solidarity.

[-] 4 points by beautifulworld (23822) 12 years ago

But, he was right, it's like preaching to the choir. And, I don't mean to quit arguing about issues that matter. I mean to quit arguing over nonsense and making ad hominem attacks. They have no place here. Seeing people as your enemy that are actually on the same side as you is stupid and unproductive.

[-] 4 points by VQkag2 (16478) 12 years ago

Seeing people as your enemy that are actually on the same side as us is not productive. I can agree with that.

I could support not arguing over nonsense, which is a general statement. I suppose one persons nonsense is anothers important issue. In any event I can agree with your general statements.

In the end though whatever we might argu about should be done with respect. Without the personal attacks, vulgarity and without the mean spiritedness I see so often.

Can we agree on that.? You didn't take as stand on that.

Peace

[-] 1 points by beautifulworld (23822) 12 years ago

I didn't take a stand on that? What do you think ad hominem attacks are?

[-] 4 points by VQkag2 (16478) 12 years ago

I don't know. I'll look it up.

Aahhh. It's a fancy way of saying no personal attacks.

Very good. I been ejimacated.

Thx

[-] 1 points by beautifulworld (23822) 12 years ago

Nice. We agree then.

[-] 6 points by VQkag2 (16478) 12 years ago

Definitely.

Everyone should behave! (me too)

Peace

[-] 2 points by DKAtoday (33802) from Coon Rapids, MN 12 years ago

A point I have been trying to make - mornin BW.

[-] 2 points by beautifulworld (23822) 12 years ago

Hi Dka. Yep.

[-] 3 points by DKAtoday (33802) from Coon Rapids, MN 12 years ago

Some individuals can be so stubborn though. Hard to break down barriers to unity sometimes really unbelievably hard. OH - well as long as we keep working at it - Hey?

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[-] 5 points by VQkag2 (16478) 12 years ago

You are out of control. Babbling, ranting, Do something positive instead of tearing down.

How can we lift each other up? What ideas do you have regarding direct democracy?.

discard hate, embrace love. "Leave the gun, take the cannoli" F.C.

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[-] 5 points by VQkag2 (16478) 12 years ago

What are trying to say? You are against health care for all, and for bombing innocent civilians.

I don't understand?

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[-] 5 points by VQkag2 (16478) 12 years ago

We support a new system of govt. I believe it will inevitably evolve. I believe we must use the existing corrupt system to lay the groundwork for that new system!

1st and foremost keep your conservatives from taking anymore power, Elect progressives, money out of politics/publicly funded campigns, election reforms. And much more.

You believe in attacking me, DKA, Shooz, and anyb one else who doesn't agree with you.

Peace, You must relent

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[-] 5 points by VQkag2 (16478) 12 years ago

Do you think if you send your rant in highlight (yelling) I will believe it?

There is something a little troubling about that.

Please take it slow. You aren't accomplishing anything.
You don't get any supporters to your point of view, You don't get any points with OWS, you just get more obnoxious.

Please lets join hands and sing a song of love & solidarity.

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[-] 6 points by VQkag2 (16478) 12 years ago

I speak for me, myself, & I. I, me, me, Mine.

Elect progressives, Conservatives ARE the problem

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[-] 5 points by VQkag2 (16478) 12 years ago

unemployed/self employed dude. I do this because I am passionate about my country. This movement and I want to help create a new system of govt.

All positive actions. You are only about tearing down, personal attacks. negativity.

Who's paying you? Why the need for the multiple logins.?

Peace. embrace the positiveness of inclusion.

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[-] -2 points by hchc (3297) from Tampa, FL 12 years ago

Is this OWS or a Dem campaigning site? I get confused sometimes.

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[-] 4 points by VQkag2 (16478) 12 years ago

Why do you say that? Is DKs gender important? Are you DK's spokeswomen?

Peace

[-] -2 points by TryingForAnOpenMind (-358) from Yonkers, NY 12 years ago

Yes. I am the appointed DKA Spokesperson. The gender is relevant you idiot.

[-] 1 points by DKAtoday (33802) from Coon Rapids, MN 12 years ago

Appointed by whom?

Why should gender have relevance?

Is that not kind of a divisive comment?

[-] -3 points by TryingForAnOpenMind (-358) from Yonkers, NY 12 years ago

oh no. DKA found me. go away please.

[-] 2 points by DKAtoday (33802) from Coon Rapids, MN 12 years ago

Not a problem all you need do is leave me alone and go away.

[+] -4 points by TryingForAnOpenMind (-358) from Yonkers, NY 12 years ago

leave me alone. you are the biggest jerk that posts here. And that is something...because there are an awful a lot of jerky people posting here.

[-] 2 points by DKAtoday (33802) from Coon Rapids, MN 12 years ago

Why - then - in the name of sanity - would you - keep bumping this post?

You are like having a very nasty and confused PR person.

Should you be renamed - Barnacle Boy?

Do I need to scrape you off of my hull?

[+] -4 points by TryingForAnOpenMind (-358) from Yonkers, NY 12 years ago

Hey dopey, I wish some body would scrape the mold off of your pea size brain.

[-] 2 points by shoozTroll (17632) 12 years ago

Jerky how?

Just what are you implying?

[-] -3 points by TryingForAnOpenMind (-358) from Yonkers, NY 12 years ago

That was not an implication. It was an insulting, however honest opinion re the idiot.

[-] 3 points by shoozTroll (17632) 12 years ago

Hmmm. How would that apply to yourself?

Future FLAKESnews host?

[-] -3 points by TryingForAnOpenMind (-358) from Yonkers, NY 12 years ago

Flakesnews..I love that. Is it cereal?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I9eLeZS9OeY

[-] 3 points by shoozTroll (17632) 12 years ago

You love it, yet you ask what it is?

Calling others jerks would be bad form, in this case.

[-] -1 points by TryingForAnOpenMind (-358) from Yonkers, NY 12 years ago
[-] -2 points by TryingForAnOpenMind (-358) from Yonkers, NY 12 years ago

yes !! Yes !! Love it.. Fire in the heart of London !!>>>>>>>>> http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1nX_SZPZSsk&feature=related

[-] 2 points by beautifulworld (23822) 12 years ago

Are you in middle school?

[-] 1 points by beautifulworld (23822) 12 years ago

LOL! That was awesome, thanks. :)

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[-] -1 points by TryingForAnOpenMind (-358) from Yonkers, NY 12 years ago

this is hot...wait till 1:10 when they really rock out..awesome.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I9eLeZS9OeY

[-] -1 points by TryingForAnOpenMind (-358) from Yonkers, NY 12 years ago

I love Mick Jones. If you liked that, listen to this.>>> You will love it >> !!

www.youtube.com/watch?v=VlTcwcELO_o

[-] -2 points by TryingForAnOpenMind (-358) from Yonkers, NY 12 years ago

Yes ...as a matter of fact I am in Middle school. Tower in the heart of London ! >>>http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1nX_SZPZSsk

[-] 1 points by beautifulworld (23822) 12 years ago

Very cool. Thanks. I'm a little young to be a big Dylan fan, but those were great videos too. I would have been in middle school in the mid '70's. LOL.

[-] -1 points by TryingForAnOpenMind (-358) from Yonkers, NY 12 years ago

Love the Clash !!!..Best rock band ever IMHO. Have a nice evening....Glad you enjoyed the music...;)