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Bumbles

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3. I often wonder I can do during these horrific times

Reply to walkingman (Reply #1)

Thu Jul 2, 2026, 02:07 PM

Jul 2

besides writing and calling my representatives, writing letters to the editors, campaigning for candidates, attending rallies and voting and helping to get out the vote. This man, knowing he'd pay a heavy price, nonetheless planned and followed through with his solitary peaceful protest. I hope more will find the courage to support him and stand with him. One person can start a movement. May he be one of many.

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Impeach. Convict. Remove. [View all] Bumbles Jul 2 OP

A true patriot....integrity is hard to find these days. ☮ walkingman Jul 2 #1

I often wonder I can do during these horrific times Bumbles Jul 2 #3

Imagine what the Generals are thinking Ponietz Jul 2 #2

Remove Whip-poor-will Jul 2 #4

I wish I could read his speech somewhere orthoclad Jul 2 #5

I haven't been able to find one either...hopefully later. Here are his Rewards and Decorations. walkingman Jul 2 #6

Here is a partial transcript erronis Jul 2 #8

Thanks! walkingman Jul 3 #9

Whew! Well spoken! orthoclad Saturday #10

Thank you Major Watson! oasis Jul 2 #7