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In reply to the discussion: Is there a way to get conservatives out of trucking? [View all]Jilly_in_VA
(9,962 posts)8. I think
it has to do with AM talk radio, which was taken over years ago by the right wing. And that's what they all listen to.
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For these guys who are violating a lot of laws about noise and where they can park, etc,
Scrivener7
Feb 2022
#17
A number of BLM protests did the same and blocked highways or major intersections.
Jedi Guy
Feb 2022
#139
And when we gather to protest there are laws that could be used to stop us too...
Demsrule86
Feb 2022
#116
It is a political protest from people I disagree with vehemently. However, I would lay down my
Demsrule86
Feb 2022
#51
Thanks...you either have a Republic and free speech for all or you end up with one for none.
Demsrule86
Feb 2022
#137
This is a weird argument. These guys are breaking multiple laws. When union workers
Scrivener7
Feb 2022
#101
The Trucker have a right to think as they choose. This is America...if they break laws. I
Demsrule86
Feb 2022
#118
I can think of some marches and protests widely supported on DU that blocked interstates and bridges
Calista241
Feb 2022
#126
No, there were some that blocked roads and bridges last year. But they were very short-lived.
Scrivener7
Feb 2022
#135
Do you advocate that people should be asked their political views in a job interview?
BlackSkimmer
Feb 2022
#23
Thanks for getting us what we need...this entire argument is ridiculous. People have a right
Demsrule86
Feb 2022
#121
That is a hard... HELL NO from me. You don't gain diversity by shutting down political discourse.
Demsrule86
Feb 2022
#56
That doesn't mean, we get to take away their right to free speech...we need to develop our own
Demsrule86
Feb 2022
#125
Those who engage in illegal activity can likely will be arrested...that has nothing to do with
Demsrule86
Feb 2022
#142
That is not going to happen. The courts will never allow it. So we need to have some media
Demsrule86
Feb 2022
#54
And why did it fail? And that still is no reason to allow free speech to be done away with...sorry.
Demsrule86
Feb 2022
#127
No and good thing there isn't. Any tool of political repression that might work for you..
DickKessler
Feb 2022
#43
I have and still do and most modern Semi's are equipped with satellite radio,
MarineCombatEngineer
Feb 2022
#75
I spent 35 years hauling explosives and munitions under contract to the government
ripcord
Feb 2022
#128
Up to 90% Of Canadian truckers are vaccinated, its probably very similar here.
Mr. Sparkle
Feb 2022
#108
The fact that some on our side would consider such an action makes me fear for our Republic.
Demsrule86
Feb 2022
#114
Congrats on you 5,000th post...I am honored that it was posted to me...a star for thee!
Demsrule86
Feb 2022
#131
Congrats and you got a "Good Day DU" milestones nod from EarlG for that!
BumRushDaShow
Feb 2022
#159
Which is basically what is happening except they still have their trucks...
Trueblue Texan
Feb 2022
#83
How is this different than RWers saying "How do we get liberals out of teaching?"
Cuthbert Allgood
Feb 2022
#133
If you are talking about your hot take that conservatives shouldn't be truckers,
Cuthbert Allgood
Feb 2022
#148