Got home this afternoon to find my Biden-Harris yard sign is gone.

[Arkansas Granny]

I'll hang the next one from the edge of the porch roof.

[DonaldsRump]

1. Lord, their criminality knows no bounds

From sign theft and vandalism, to burglaries and bribes, to treason, and everything in between.

This is the Reputincan party of 2020 and (putting aside Putin) for the last several decades since Ike.

[Arkansas Granny]

5. I had affixed it to my front gate. The legs were threaded between the wire mesh

and I had secured the top corners with heavy cable ties. It wasn't ripped down. They must have cut it loose with a knife or wire cutter since the ties are gone as well as the sign.

[DuckBurp]

30. At least you made them work to get it.

[SledDriver]

7. "Reputinklan"... that works

"Republiklan" also works

[redstatebluegirl]

2. Put a sign next to it saying every time they steal it

you will send more money to Biden. It worked for me in 2016. They stole a couple of them until I did that and it stopped.

[2naSalit]

9. Or...

Smile! You're on camera!

That often helps since yard sign destruction and theft are illegal in many places.

[Cha]

3. I"m so sorry you had intruders.. I would

feel violated. Ugly maggots.

Glad you have a place you can hang another one!

[Awsi Dooger]

4. That's why I didn't get one

There were 2 stolen nearby within two days

I could put one inside a window or in a tree but I think they would shoot at it

[SeattleVet]

6. Get some Tanglefoot or Pine Tar

and spread liberally around the edges of the sign.

They will grab the sign and immediately start to figure out that they have just encountered a substance that is VERY hard to get off of their hands, clothing, etc.

[VOX]

10. Precisely! They take something they shouldn't, so they get a little something extra.

Pine tar...excellent!

[2naSalit]

11. Good idea...

also spraying it with mace or bear spray.

[Arkansas Granny]

12. Good idea. I could really grease it up with Vaseline.

[bluescribbler]

23. Vaseline and

hot pepper, lots and lots of hot pepper

[Sogo]

45. Mix some glitter into the Vaseline.

[uponit7771]

19. +1

[AngryOldDem]

8. Ah memories...I went through this way back in 2004

Had umpteen Kerry signs taken from my yard. This was a huge topic of discussion in the Ohio forum back then. I called the cops to report a theft every single time, because 1) it was theft, and 2) it occurred on my property, and if the cops got sick of it, too bad. I’ve heard of a lot of things to use to deter theft, my favorites being some kind of pepper juice to motor oil. Anything that will cause hell when they try to pull up the sign from the yard.

This is such petty nonsense.

[bdamomma]

13. at least

it was not home damage, but rather upsetting.

[BamaRefugee]

14. put some single edge razor blades right where they'll put their fingers when they pull it up.

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hey don't blame me, this was on some kind of "Dick Tracy Crimestoppers" spoof comic back in the 60s. Only they put the razor blades on fender skirts on cars...MAD MAGAZINE maybe? I've never forgotten it, also showed the little amputated fingertips falling on the ground.

[LeftInTX]

24. LOL

[vercetti2021]

15. Put a note on it

We did with both of ours. Smile you're on camera! P.S we own guns.

[Maru Kitteh]

16. Put a sign next to it saying SMILE you're ON CAMERA

It usually works, even if you don't have the camera. Cheap fix.

Also, there are very reasonably priced security cams out there, if you're so inclined.

[MyMission]

17. When I see tRump pence signs, I don't want to steal them

I want to deface them.

I think of taping a word or 2 below the sign, for example:
suck, are traitors, are con men, are fools, Don't care, are racists, go away, etc.

Several discussions here over the past few months about signs being stolen, with some good suggestions to protect the signs or mess with the thieves.

I hope your new sign remains where you put it!

[niyad]

22. One friend is offering to clean their yard signs. Not absolutely sure just what is in that cleaning

solution that he made up. . . But I noticed that he had harvested some of his scotch bonnets, and he's out of bleach. . .

[Illumination]

32. Would not want to actually touch one. Afraid that a shadowy evil entity might follow me home...

[japple]

34. I never want to steal them either, but I would LOVE to ride around my area with

about 100 paintball guns and blast away at those signs.

[yaesu]

18. I live on a busy highway, which is great for eye views but signs rarely last more than 24hrs. nt

[niyad]

20. If you put up another, spray it with pepper spray first.

[radius777]

21. This is why the lack of our signs outside is not really an indication

of lack of enthusiasm. People simply know how violent and fanatical the deplorables are, and want to avoid problems.

But know that the Biden/Harris stuff is selling at a much stronger pace than any of the Clinton/Kaine stuff - there is much more enthusiasm this time for this ticket.

[jb5150]

25. Wrap some barbed wire on it ..

and then dab a mixture of urine and feces on the points.

[NBachers]

26. Bird repellent gel is a negative experience for your sign-stealing varmint pests:

Here are some bird gel sources; you can find them at hardware and mail-order sources. Wear disposable gloves; smear evenly with a putty knife; application of cayenne is your option.

https://bird-x.com/bird-products/gels-liquids/bird-proof-gel/

Here's an Amazon review:

Great for political signs.
I used this on a political sign on my private property. It is great for deterring thieves as it is like Vaseline mixed with tree SAP. It will ruin any clothes and takes forever to get off skin. A good punishment for people who try to mess with my sign on PRIVATE PROPERTY.


https://www.birdbgone.com/transparent-bird-gel/

https://www.birdbgone.com/bird-off-gel/

[Illumination]

29. Brilliant idea!

[MustLoveBeagles]

35. How often does it need to be reapplied?

And does it wash off? I don't want to have issues when I take it down.

[NBachers]

37. One needs mineral spirits to wash it off; one is more latex and can be washed off with water.

Check and see which is which, and choose the one that will work best for you.

[MustLoveBeagles]

42. Thank you

[NBachers]

44. Here's info on Bird Off Gel vs Transparent Bird Gel:

For Bird Off Gel:

"A single application of Bird-Off Gel lasts up to one year and it easily cleans up with soap and water.

https://www.google.com/search?sxsrf=ALeKk00HIxaEcKGPJKzNC6c0sc9tMJShcg%3A1599872723777&source=hp&ei=0x5cX7-aLdv89AP76qboDA&q=How+do+I+clean+Bird+Off+gel%3F&oq=How+do+I+clean+Bird+Off+gel%3F&gs_lcp=CgZwc3ktYWIQAzIICCEQFhAdEB4yCAghEBYQHRAeMggIIRAWEB0QHjIICCEQFhAdEB4yCAghEBYQHRAeMggIIRAWEB0QHjoECCMQJzoICAAQsQMQkQI6BQgAEJECOggIABCxAxCDAToFCAAQsQM6BAgAEEM6AggAOgcIABAUEIcCOgYIABAWEB46CAgAEBYQChAeUMYOWLZUYIJXaABwAHgAgAFniAGhD5IBBDI3LjGYAQCgAQGqAQdnd3Mtd2l6&sclient=psy-ab&ved=0ahUKEwj_z4mrtuLrAhVbPn0KHXu1Cc0Q4dUDCAk&uact=5

For Transparent Bird Gel:

FAQ: Q: How do I clean this gel off my roof tiles?
Answers (1)

Bird Control Expert07/16/20
A: The best practice for cleaning the gel off is to use mineral spirits.

https://www.birdbgone.com/transparent-bird-gel/

[MustLoveBeagles]

46. Thank you again

[Hekate]

38. That sounds like a winner. I recall from the last go-round that the best punishment/deterrents ...

...were substances that would stick to the hands, spread to the clothes, and be really hard to get off. A bonus would be to add cayenne or similar, the hotter the better, because if they got their hands near anything sensitive later on they would be very, very sorry.

[NBachers]

43. Thanks for leaving that up to the imagination. Also, getting it all over the steering wheel during

the getaway.

Reminds me of the time I didn't wash my hands after chopping up jalapeños. It only happened once.

[Illumination]

27. They're doing it out of fear that their dotard Murder-in-Chief might be defeated or resign!

[barbtries]

28. A friend on facebook edited her sign

She wrote, "If you steal this I will send $100 to Joe Biden AND to the Senate Democrats"

[Captaindad]

31. Yard sign defenses

I covered my signs in clear plastic to protect them from spray paint. Then screwed them to solid wood frames, pounded in steel posts, screwed the frames to the posts. Then fastened carpet tack stips all around the frames. If anyone tries to pull them out of the ground, they'll get a hand full of 1/2" needle sharp tacks. Then I posted a sign next to the others that says, "smile, you're on camera". I installed a ring security camera in full view and with motion detection.

I really hope someone tries to take my signs.

It's going to make a great you tube video.

[DENVERPOPS]

33. or

tape razor blades all over the sign........

[paleotn]

39. I thought about ...

elaborate punji traps, by my better half said just bring the sign in at night. I think she's Occam's long lost daughter.

[paleotn]

36. So much for the moral minority...

but then again, how could anyone support Donnie Dumb Ass and claim to be moral in any way, shape or form? He owns the most immoral and unethical of us.

[OldManTarHeel]

40. They May Steal Your Sign . . but, Not Your Vote

[Demovictory9]

41. awww... sorry about that

[Arkansas Granny]

47. I did some looking around and found a 3X5 flag that I can hang on the porch.

Unfortunately, I didn't realize until after I placed the order that it wasn't the official Biden-Harris site so the money won't go to the campaign. Now I need to make another donation.

[jcgoldie]

48. Get a bigger dog

I have 5 LGDs that roam.. democratic precinct man put 7 signs out here last week nobody will come close to touch em even though everybody on this rural road are gop jerks.

[hurl]

49. Seeing the same trend

The local party in my mostly rural and very red county decided not to rent office space due to the pandemic, because we'd rather not kill off our voter base. Instead we instituted a program where we'll bring signs to anyone in the county who requests via our website or by calling/texting our number. We deliver signs, buttons, bumper stickers, &/or masks to anyone in the county free of charge (donations encouraged but not required).

I do many of the deliveries, and we're tracking a significant rate of signs stolen, like yours. Luckily with the money we're not spending on rent, we can bulk purchase signs and afford to replace them.

Love the ideas about pine tar and the like! I'll mention those as I deliver.

[Willto]

50. Electricity...

...is your friend. Wire from the hot post on a car battery run underground to one of the yard signs metal legs. Set your sprinklers to keep the ground nice and wet in that area as well.

You will be able to spot the thief. His hair will look like this.

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[Sogo]

51. I had a similar suggestion the other day, only

mine was to use a livestock electric fence battery hooked onto the metal frame....

[Ahpook]

59. Hehe

Let's go all out and wire up some automated flamethrowers and punji stick pit traps

[roman88]

52. Its happening here in MI

And worse. Just recently a woman had a bottle of urine thrown at her because of her signs. Just sick evil people who claim thier above vandalism

[Arkansas Granny]

53. That really is sick.

[roamer65]

58. Probably a rural area of MI.

I see very few Dump signs in the suburban area I inhabit.

One large one I saw near me got tagged.

[roman88]

60. Sad to say it happened here in Metro Detroit

In Farmington Hills
https://www.wxyz.com/news/woman-says-a-bottle-of-urine-with-trump-2020-written-on-it-was-thrown-at-her-home

I've seen a number of Trumper signs but more Biden signs popping up here and there to match. That's what got these 45ers pissed

[MustLoveBeagles]

54. I'm sorry this happened to you

[firstwife]

55. Mine is taped to my front window.

It’s not that I don’t trust my neighbors, but I donated good money for that sign. I have my 2008 Obama/Biden sign inside the window. And about 7 or 8 Dem signs for my local candidates in the front yard. And LOTS of American flags. Did I mention I live in Redneckistan, WA?

[TomSlick]

56. Also happening in my part of Arkansas.

I order two signs at a time. When one is stolen, i put up the other and order two more.

I'm nothing if not stubborn.

[Arkansas Granny]

57. Yep. I ordered a couple 3X5 flags. I'll hang like a banner from the porch.

Hopefully they won't be gutsy enough to come to the front door, but if one disappears, I'll have a spare.

[TomSlick]

61. I like it, Granny.

Seems the MAGATs here have figured it out. I haven't had a sign go missing in a couple weeks.