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In reply to the discussion: Extremists intensify calls for violence ahead of Inauguration Day [View all]Bernardo de La Paz
(60,320 posts)18. Jan 17th is part of the reason Twitter banned tRump
https://www.washingtonpost.com/technology/2021/01/09/trump-twitter-protests/
Twitter warns of new violence to come, brewing again on social media, as reason for Trump ban
New research report, meanwhile, details planned events in Washington, Pittsburgh and every state capital
Plans for future armed protests have already begun proliferating on and off-Twitter, including a proposed secondary attack on the US Capitol and state capitol buildings on January 17, 2021, Twitters announcement said, noting two recent Trump tweets it said were likely to inspire others to replicate the violent acts that took place on January 6, 2021.
New research report, meanwhile, details planned events in Washington, Pittsburgh and every state capital
Plans for future armed protests have already begun proliferating on and off-Twitter, including a proposed secondary attack on the US Capitol and state capitol buildings on January 17, 2021, Twitters announcement said, noting two recent Trump tweets it said were likely to inspire others to replicate the violent acts that took place on January 6, 2021.
Include Silicon Valley, server farms, and media company centers.
Also add trouble brewing for Jan 19 and 20.
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Extremists intensify calls for violence ahead of Inauguration Day [View all]
Dennis Donovan
Jan 2021
OP
But until the 20th when proper examination can be done, how do we know WHO will DEFEND Biden ??
TigressDem
Jan 2021
#35
I guess this is one of the problems with freedom of speech. It can be abused by the nut jobs.
olegramps
Jan 2021
#3
HOWEVER, if what they are calling for amounts to INSURRECTION it it against their oath of office
TigressDem
Jan 2021
#43
I want to see it so stark that people will think before mounting an insurrection again.
TigressDem
Jan 2021
#55
"We hold these TRUTHS to be Self Evident...." America is built on TRUTH not LIES...
TigressDem
Jan 2021
#58
Yep. They've read that they outnumber and outgun the military, so they're ready.
ancianita
Jan 2021
#11
Do you or anyone here think that the FBI's investigation may stop many to think twice?
olegramps
Jan 2021
#46
Yes. I am glad to see them moving quickly and getting headlines. . . . nt
Bernardo de La Paz
Jan 2021
#49
They should be shown on local and national television along with city and address.
olegramps
Jan 2021
#17
I really pray for Biden's safety. These extremists are totally brainwashed and dangerous.
olegramps
Jan 2021
#42