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H2O Man

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3. I agree.

Reply to kentuck (Original post)

Mon Jun 9, 2025, 05:53 PM

Jun 9

At this point, they will view protesting citizens as "the enemy." You are absolutely correct.

I was talking with a Good Friend from DU today. I said that things are currently unsettling. But I think that within months, we will see protests that are in the spirit of King and Gandhi. Some will be individual, others by groups. Those are what is required to rouse the nation's conscience, to help others -- especially those not paying close attention now -- to change their minds. And that, and only that, will create a shift in the military's thinking ..... and thus, actions.

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The military has been politicized... [View all] kentuck Jun 9 OP

Doubt anyone will say "No," either. But so far, Guard has pretty much been on sidelines, LA police doing the work. Silent Type Jun 9 #1

It was never in the cards. All that shit about allegiance Klarkashton Jun 9 #2

I agree. H2O Man Jun 9 #3

I think the problem is with the speed with which Trump moves to consolidate power. kentuck Jun 9 #4

Definitely. H2O Man Jun 9 #5

nah, ima just ignore all the hyperventilating & watch mah fellow tesler driver & target shoppers for what to do next. Nimble_Idea Jun 9 #6