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In reply to the discussion: I dare you to read this. [View all]Yo_Mama
(8,303 posts)12. Nice post
Some just have to flip into knee-jerk oppo mode.
So far most of the stuff I've read claiming a nefarious attack on the Constitution seems solidly based both on a very deep misunderstanding of Miranda rights and a deep misunderstanding of the reasonable exercise of police power under the Constitution.
It's odd and striking. Perhaps we should all learn more about the Constitution before claiming to defend it?
I'm also watching with some interest the development of proto-FBI-conspiracy theories over this.
The facts are that the law enforcement authorities appear to have acted with great restraint and some considerable bravery in dealing with this whole sorry mess, but maybe admitting that fact is close to heresy on DU?
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For government haters it doesn't matter. Damned if they do, damned if they don't.
kelliekat44
Apr 2013
#6
Cue Clichéd, Poorly Understood Ben Franklin quotation in 5...4....3...2...
alcibiades_mystery
Apr 2013
#15
Here is another opinion that explains why this "Exception" is not a good idea.....
Logical
Apr 2013
#20
Some people here fit the stereotype painted of all liberals by right wing media.
alphafemale
Apr 2013
#29
Taking the instructions of Jesus Christ to heart is now "stereotypical liberal"
Fumesucker
Apr 2013
#38
quick now...what did this Jesus person say should happen to people that harmed children? nt
alphafemale
Apr 2013
#39
What fascinates me about these discussions, has nothing to do with Miranda rights
Dragonfli
Apr 2013
#49
Unfortunately for you and the rest of the ticking bomb exceptionalists,
Warren Stupidity
Apr 2013
#58
I find it farcical that the mere reading of his rights would be the disaster it has been portrayed
Warren Stupidity
Apr 2013
#60