Oliver Willis accuses ‘dumb’ conservatives of feigning concern about First Amendment abuses

http://twitter.com/#!/owillis/status/247201022177583105

Willis, a research fellow at Media Matters for America. explains the First Amendment to conservatives:

[W]e’ve got no government actions here to squelch speech. We don’t have a rehash of the Alien & Sedition Acts, or past U.S. government offenses that were in retrospect actual violations of the Constitution.

You have – to varying degrees – representatives of the government voicing their disagreement with some speech. But both President Obama and Secretary of State Clinton have made quite clear that in America we don’t have the power nor interest in using the government to censor speech.

It’s just not what we do.

So why the conservative freak out? In addition to America having a black, Democratic president, there’s a good chance now that America will re-elect that black, Democratic president. In large part this is thanks to the dud of a candidate the Republican party has selected yet again.

Get it? Conservatives are freaking out over First Amendment abuses not because we’re actually worried about the First Amendment but because we don’t like having a black President.

To underscore the point, Willis includes this image:

But because we’re so stupid, it’s hard for us to understand Willis’s brilliant argument:

Assuming they understand words… RT @owillis Explaining The 1st Amendment To Conservatives Like They’re Dumb http://t.co/tsVgw0KJ #p2

— Marie G (@GreenMarie99) September 16, 2012

In related news, Nakoula Basseley Nakoula, the California filmmaker who made a crappy movie that upset some Muslims, may face jail time. Hey, it’s just an ordinary probation case!

Read more: http://twitchy.com/2012/09/16/oliver-willis-turns-blind-eye-to-possible-imprisonment-of-nakoula-basseley-nakoula-accuses-dumb-conservatives-of-feigning-concern-about-first-amendment-abuses/

Sikh temple shooting victims identified; Satwant Singh Kaleka fought gunman

http://twitter.com/#!/LaceyCrisp/status/232504704528183297

As Twitchy reported earlier, the 6 people killed by the Sikh temple shooter have been identified. The community is rallying around the families of the victims and a fund has been established.

Richmond Hill has one of the largest Sikh communities in US, many knew victims in Wis. Head of gurdwara here lost an uncle. #templeshooting

— Nick Rafter (@NRafter) August 6, 2012

https://twitter.com/MarylueTucker/status/232506339174252544

One victim, Satwant Singh Kaleka, died valiantly trying to fight off the gunman. He put his life on the line to try to save others. Twitter users honor him as the hero he was.

Constantly reduced to tears reading about the defiance of Satwant Singh Kaleka. Gave his life defending Gurdwara and Sangat #Sikh #Wisconsin

— Ser Kal (@KhalSir) August 6, 2012

RIP Satwant Singh Kaleka. He was a great man with a brave soul who fought for his people and his temple until the very end. #templeshooting

— Mandee Banga (@MissBanga) August 6, 2012

https://twitter.com/StartingPtCNN/status/232446503560572928

Satwant Singh Kaleka,you are a hero. #RIP pic.twitter.com/FaIKpGRx

— antonnewcombe (@antonnewcombe) August 6, 2012

Satwant Singh Kaleka, always been a hero. Today was no different. http://t.co/MOXvvkFz

— Amardeep Kaleka (@armkaleka) August 6, 2012

Five others died at the hands of the gunman.

Bhai Seeta Singh, age 41.

RIP #templeshooting Bhai Seeta Singh (Granthi/Gurdwara Priest)

— CHAZ BOY (@nusoundradio) August 6, 2012

Bhai Parkash Singh, age 49.

RIP #templeshooting Bhai Parkash Singh (Granthi/Gurdwara Priest

— CHAZ BOY (@nusoundradio) August 6, 2012

Bhai Ranjit Singh, age 39.

RIP #templeshooting Bhai Ranjit Singh (Raagee)

— CHAZ BOY (@nusoundradio) August 6, 2012

The oldest victim, Subegh Singh, age 84.

RIP #templeshooting Subegh Singh – Sangat member

— CHAZ BOY (@nusoundradio) August 6, 2012

And Parmjit Kaur Toor, a woman, age 41.

RIP #templeshooting Parmjit Kaur Toor – Sangat member

— CHAZ BOY (@nusoundradio) August 6, 2012

May God bless the souls of Seeta Singh. Parkash Singh. Ranjeet Singh. Satwant Singh. Subegh Singh. Parmjit Kaur. #wisconsinshooting

— Global Sikh Youth (@Sikh_Youth) August 6, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers continue to be with the victims and their families.

Rest in peace.

Read more: http://twitchy.com/2012/08/06/the-6-sikh-temple-shooting-victims-identified-satwant-singh-kaleka-died-trying-to-fight-off-shooter/

Million bedbug march? What’s in store for the DNC #CelebratoryFinish?

http://twitter.com/#!/amish1979/status/243417025102364672

Awwww. Now that the face-saver in chief has moved his DNC speech to a smaller venue, the Democrats’ dreams of a dramatic balloon drop to close out the convention have been dashed.

Total down twinkles.

Dems are reportedly scrambling to throw together a “suitably celebratory finish” to replace the shower of balloons. Givers that they are, conservatives rushed to offer the Dems some inspiration.

Twitchy founder/CEO Michelle Malkin kicked off the fun.

What's your best guess for #DNC #CelebratoryFinish ? ==> http://t.co/Br7oAhCs

— Michelle Malkin (@michellemalkin) September 5, 2012

Giant Vagina Puppets kick line! #DNC #CelebratoryFinish

— Michelle Malkin (@michellemalkin) September 5, 2012

Hologram Margaret Sanger #DNC #CelebratoryFinish

— Michelle Malkin (@michellemalkin) September 5, 2012

Hee-hee. #CelebratoryFinish is trending. Keep it goin'! cc: @BDayspring #DNC

— Michelle Malkin (@michellemalkin) September 5, 2012

The hashtag trended quickly and other conservatives generously offered their services as last minute convention planners.

Two words: The Aristocrats. #CelebratoryFinish

— Stephen Green (@VodkaPundit) September 5, 2012

SEIU Purple People Beater kick line… #DNC #CelebratoryFinish

— Seattle Refugee (@SeattleRefugee) September 5, 2012

Ok, if it's an @DWStweets Dunk Tank, I'll be thrilled – @michellemalkin #DNC #CelebratoryFinish!

— Brad Dayspring (@BDayspring) September 5, 2012

OWS-style up-twinkle extravaganza!!! #dnc #CelebratoryFinish

— Seattle Refugee (@SeattleRefugee) September 5, 2012

@MGraham969 #CelebratoryFinish Elizabeth Warren doing a rain dance

— Warren Merrill (@merrill_warren) September 5, 2012

https://twitter.com/SteveLeer/status/243430910513537024

Waking up to find Patrick Duffy in the shower, and realizing the last 4 years were only a dream. #CelebratoryFinish

— Cantin Man (@Cantinman) September 5, 2012

Oprah takes the stage, “YOU get a Volt! And YOU get a Volt! And YOU get a Volt!” #CelebratoryFinish

— DjWeideman (@DjWeideman) September 5, 2012

Coordinated glitter bombing #CelebratoryFinish

— Against Obama (@against_obama) September 5, 2012

#CelebratoryFinish tickets to see #NickelodeonTV TMNT on ice for all!

— MaryLynn Mc (@MaryLynnMc) September 5, 2012

A respected actor having a dialogue with an empty chair representing Mary Jo Kopechne #DNC #CelebratoryFinish

— Anthony Bialy (@AnthonyBialy) September 5, 2012

the 58 rapists from OWS show up with their new lease on life. #CelebratoryFinish #DNC2012

— Wolf Man (@browolfman) September 5, 2012

#CelebratoryFinish #Obama reprises his YMCA parody OIHO with new #bigHollywood choreography!

— MaryLynn Mc (@MaryLynnMc) September 5, 2012

@michellemalkin #DNC #CelebratoryFinish Public sector employee union synchronized lockstep. Stunning, inspiring.

— Peter Baskind (@peterbaskind) September 5, 2012

@michellemalkin Obama dribbles Bin Laden's head through the audience and slam-dunks it #DNC #CelebratoryFinish

— Mike McNally (@notoserfdom) September 5, 2012

Perhaps a little something for the Sandra Flukes in attendance?

Blown up condoms instead of balloons? RT @michellemalkin What's your best guess for #DNC #CelebratoryFinish? http://t.co/edgDBLL9

— Briana LeClaire (@brianaleclaire) September 5, 2012

Millions of birth control pills fall from the rafters. RT @michellemalkin: What's your best guess for #DNC #CelebratoryFinish ?

— Kevin Siekierski (@KevinSiekierski) September 5, 2012

https://twitter.com/flush2012/status/243421642871697408

Perfect:

https://twitter.com/AlfVal/status/243421486503841792

Keep ‘em coming, Twitter! The Democrats are counting on you!

Read more: http://twitchy.com/2012/09/05/out-balloon-drop-in-million-bedbug-march-whats-in-store-for-the-dnc-celebratoryfinish/

19 Reasons Why Being A Quinceañera Is Just The Worst

You might look like a princess, but you definitely won’t feel like one.

While you’re reading, LISTEN TO THIS:

So, why is being a Quinceañera the worst? Well…

1. Because being lifted in the air is not always the best idea.

2. Especially when there are pyrotechnics involved.

3. Because your dad can sometimes be a total klutz at the worst possible moment.

4. Because your special Quinceañera video will contain INCREDIBLY BAD video effects…

5. …and I do mean…

7. And your video will have the same cliché shots of you awkwardly posing with your Quinceañera outfit.

 

8. Your choreographer will suggest that dancing with fire will make your night more memorable…

11. Your dress will INEVITABLY turn against you at the worst possible moment.

12. Dancing like this for an hour with every single family member is the bane of your existence.

13. Your chambelanes are generally your cousins who don’t have the heart to tell you “NO.”

They might tell you, “Of course, Cuz… Anything for you.” But in reality, they probably hate you for asking.

14. The limo ride is actually not as cool as it seems.

Also, pink limos should never be a thing.

15. Even though you woke up at the crack of dawn to have someone put a pound of makeup on your face…

16. …there will always be a cousin who’s ready to ruin your makeup…

17. …and your cake.

18. Even though it might seem sweet to have your dad put on your high heels in front of everyone, it’s actually really awkward.

::awkward turtle::

19. There will come a point in the evening when you’re just over it.

Like “GET ME OUT OF THIS DRESS AND GET ME SOME SWEATPANTS” over it.

So if being a Quinceañera is all you want, more power to you.

Just remember not to take it too seriously.

Reminder: You could always just go to Disneyland… Just saying.

Read more: http://www.buzzfeed.com/norbertobriceno/go-to-disneyland-instead

Devastating suggestion nails ‘struggles’ of McDonald’s protesters

http://twitter.com/#!/EEElverhoy/status/408640499474370560

Holy crap, indeed. Hey, union goons and wage warriors, tell us more about your selfless “struggles.” Or better yet, tell these people:

http://twitter.com/#!/TheMaverick21/status/408639655324573696

Nailed it.

http://twitter.com/#!/DrAlfredBellows/status/408640944464871424 http://twitter.com/#!/TheMaverick21/status/408640324760662016

This one’s for all the fast food protesters out there:

http://twitter.com/#!/RMHC/status/408623191318593536

Read more: http://twitchy.com/2013/12/05/best-freakin-tweet-devastating-suggestion-exposes-struggles-of-mcdonalds-protesters/