Westboro Baptist coming to my town

[Viper GTS]

I'm continuously amazed that nobody has taken it upon themselves to rid us of these idiots. I'm all for free speech but it's not a license to make other people miserable. Occasionally it needs to have consequences.

Viper GTS

 

[moshquerade]

I'm continuously amazed that nobody has taken it upon themselves to rid us of these idiots. I'm all for free speech but it's not a license to make other people miserable. Occasionally it needs to have consequences.

Viper GTS

I can't believe it hasn't happened yet either.

 

[Ruptga]

I can't believe it hasn't happened yet either.

Those with the resources to pull it off and not get caught probably have bigger fish to fry.

 

[Mo0o]

Set up a collection box for a charity for soldiers. Use the media and attention generated by these people and use it against then. The more attention they get, the more money you raise

 

[Raduque]

Aren't the Westboro Baptists just irl trolls?

Edit: No, that's the Landover Baptists I'm thinking of. The WBC is serious.

 

[Zenmervolt]

In fact, I'm willing to be if someone did a study comparing level or general nuttiness versus level of bible understanding, they'd probably find a close correlation.

You're wrong. Atheists and Agnostics, in general, have a significantly greater level of religious understanding than Christians.

ZV

 

[punjabiplaya]

call up Foo Fighters, seems like they'd be willing to help out
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EWSeDYTHtiQ

 

[Wordplay]

If you're not going to kill them then ignore them.

 

[AreaCode707]

Blah, I spidered myself by oversleeping.

 

[TheVrolok]

You're wrong. Atheists and Agnostics, in general, have a significantly greater level of religious understanding than Christians.

ZV

To be fair, agnostics/atheists have better understanding of world religions than do Christians, but less knowledge of Christianity than Christians.

 

[dud]

Protesting a a marine funeral tomorrow. How do I get in their way without getting arrested?

You can stop and avoid sinking to their level ... let them make fools of themselves.

If you think that this "church" represents all Christians ... I have a bridge to sell you.

 

[AreaCode707]

You can stop and avoid sinking to their level ... let them make fools of themselves.

If you think that this "church" represents all Christians ... I have a bridge to sell you.

I am a Christian, so I in no way think this group of crazies represents Christians at all.

 

[Schadenfroh]

Aren't the Westboro Baptists just irl trolls?

They are quite crafty, it is their way of advertising their law firm's elite skills and rake in lawsuit cash. Basically, they bait people and slap lawsuits on them when they respond.

See this thread, "Inside WBC:"
http://forums.anandtech.com/showthread.php?t=2147852

 

[dud]

I am a Christian, so I in no way think this group of crazies represents Christians at all.

I wholeheartedly agree ...

 

[lxskllr]

Almost every town has a pipe band close by. Have the pipers gather around them when they "protest". Nobody will be able to hear/see anything other than pipes, and bagpipes are perfect for every occasion.

 

[zinfamous]

Something noisy, perhaps cowbell or horn. How about durian? THat should annoy the crap out of em.

Durian catapult, the only way to be sure.

 

[zinfamous]

Why would they protest a funeral? Seems kinda dishonoring to do that. WWJD... apparently they did not ask themselves that question lol.

they aren't a real church. the founder and his family are just a bunch of lawyers that live off of lawsuits. the "church" is nothing more than a front, and a vehicle from which to litigate.

the dude is a former failed businessman or some such, and latched onto the religion bandwagon as a means of making money.

He's really nothing more than a charlatan, just like Joseph Smith.

and "saint" Paul.

 

[zinfamous]

He makes a LIVING from telling FAIRY TALES, which he believes to be true, and you think he's grounded? Wow.

something tells me you've never been to church.

 

[Away]

He makes a LIVING from telling FAIRY TALES, which he believes to be true, and you think he's grounded? Wow.

Troll harder, douchebag.

 

[WelshBloke]

While I may agree with you too some degree (and definitely with how disgusting they are), we value freedom of speech. Also, if WB is demonstrating within the law, what right would one have to end their life?

What if you are demonstrating something fringe but within the law, and a group doesn't like it, I would assume you wouldn't like them giving you an Indian beauty mark.

Nothing is free, even freedom of speech. Please don't take this the wrong way, I am still working on my first cuppa and for the most part I usually agree with what you say on the whole. Cheers Bro(heim)

edit: And don't think law enforcement does not care, I would be shocked if they aren't under surveillance to some degree (as law allows) and just waiting for them to slip up. We can hope.

I agree pretty much but if it was my kids funeral or a guy I'd served with I'm not sure I'd feel the same.

 

[LumbergTech]

I agree pretty much but if it was my kids funeral or a guy I'd served with I'm not sure I'd feel the same.

Yep......They show up at any of my family's funeral and they won't be able to sue anyone.

 

[AreaCode707]

Turns out only three of them made it to the funeral. The rest were held up at McDonald's, blocked in. Guess they got a windshield smashed, not sure if it was overnight or the morning of the funeral.

 

[smoothvirus]

they aren't a real church. the founder and his family are just a bunch of lawyers that live off of lawsuits. the "church" is nothing more than a front, and a vehicle from which to litigate.

the dude is a former failed businessman or some such, and latched onto the religion bandwagon as a means of making money.

zinfamous beat me to it. The church is in some aspects, a scam. I think they do believe what they preach but all the family members are licensed attorneys except for Fred himself who was disbarred.

They make their income off of suing people who attack/harass them at their "protests".

This is a view of their compound in Topeka:

http://maps.google.com/maps?q=3701+...68&sspn=52.505328,114.169922&vpsrc=6&t=h&z=19

They did not afford that Olympic size swimming pool by working at McDonald's. They sue the crap out of people and live a cushy lifestyle in their little fortress.

 

[Josh]

Call these guys:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Patriot_Guard_Riders

 

[NoCreativity]

Almost every town has a pipe band close by. Have the pipers gather around them when they "protest". Nobody will be able to hear/see anything other than pipes, and bagpipes are perfect for every occasion.

Awesome idea. And wouldn't detract from the funeral if done correctly.