Facebook Poll Asks if Obama Should be Killed

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Facebook Pulls Obama Assassination Poll


The secret service is looking for those of you who voted in that poll.

 

[Wry Catcher]

No matter the intent, the poll is an affront to our democratic republic. Stupidity and poor judgment are not a defense, nor is the freedom of speech sacrosanct. There are limitations to speech and that limit was crossed by the author.
Honest criticism of policy is welcomed in a free society; this poll goes far beyond anything a civilized member of our society would honor, and the author must be punished - less we become a lawless society where violence is the norm and all disputes are settled by the sword.

 

[KittenKoder]

No matter the intent, the poll is an affront to our democratic republic. Stupidity and poor judgment are not a defense, nor is the freedom of speech sacrosanct. There are limitations to speech and that limit was crossed by the author.
Honest criticism of policy is welcomed in a free society; this poll goes far beyond anything a civilized member of our society would honor, and the author must be punished - less we become a lawless society where violence is the norm and all disputes are settled by the sword.

Bullshit, the wording makes it not a threat, therefore it should be protected by freedom of speech, period. Facebook had the choice to remove it because they are in control of that space, but the government should not have the right to restrict it.

 

[Otter_Creek]

Did they ever give the results of the poll?

 

[Otter_Creek]

Good thing Huffing Glue Post carried the story.

 

[Zona]

it is shocking, how are polls created on facebook, do ya know?

Yes, I've actually done one of my own. Anyone can do it.

Not anymore. Dammit Obama, its your fault!

 

[alan1]

It was poll on Facebook for crying out loud.
It wasn't a threat or a plea to actually assassinate the President, was it?

Yes, it was poor taste, but no, it wasn't criminal.

 

[alan1]

I only post polls here.

http://www.usmessageboard.com/the-flame-zone/89862-should-gunny-be-assassinated.html

 

[Wry Catcher]

No matter the intent, the poll is an affront to our democratic republic. Stupidity and poor judgment are not a defense, nor is the freedom of speech sacrosanct. There are limitations to speech and that limit was crossed by the author.
Honest criticism of policy is welcomed in a free society; this poll goes far beyond anything a civilized member of our society would honor, and the author must be punished - less we become a lawless society where violence is the norm and all disputes are settled by the sword.

Bullshit, the wording makes it not a threat, therefore it should be protected by freedom of speech, period. Facebook had the choice to remove it because they are in control of that space, but the government should not have the right to restrict it.

Time will tell if the government has the authority to restrict hate speech. The question to be asked is quite simple, what was the intent of the author? It's pretty clear that on both the far right and the far left there are unstable persons capable of committing acts of violence. A civilized person - and by that I mean someone who believes in the rule of law and honest debate - would object to hate filled rhetoric suggesting violence as a solution to political discord. It obvious to me that many who post on this message board lack civility; thankfully most are cowards who hide behind their keyboard as they make outragious comments. But the fact that the Secret Service is on the job may temper some of the cowards from making similar stupid comments as did the author of the poll.

 

[alan1]

I only post polls here.

http://www.usmessageboard.com/the-flame-zone/89862-should-gunny-be-assassinated.html

Holy crap, that disappeared fast.

 

[Si modo]

No matter the intent, the poll is an affront to our democratic republic. Stupidity and poor judgment are not a defense, nor is the freedom of speech sacrosanct. There are limitations to speech and that limit was crossed by the author.
Honest criticism of policy is welcomed in a free society; this poll goes far beyond anything a civilized member of our society would honor, and the author must be punished - less we become a lawless society where violence is the norm and all disputes are settled by the sword.

Bullshit, the wording makes it not a threat, therefore it should be protected by freedom of speech, period. Facebook had the choice to remove it because they are in control of that space, but the government should not have the right to restrict it.

Time will tell if the government has the authority to restrict hate speech. The question to be asked is quite simple, what was the intent of the author? It's pretty clear that on both the far right and the far left there are unstable persons capable of committing acts of violence. A civilized person - and by that I mean someone who believes in the rule of law and honest debate - would object to hate filled rhetoric suggesting violence as a solution to political discord. It obvious to me that many who post on this message board lack civility; thankfully most are cowards who hide behind their keyboard as they make outragious comments. But the fact that the Secret Service is on the job may temper some of the cowards from making similar stupid comments as did the author of the poll.

Any two bit lawyer can get the charges to author of the poll dropped, IF the author is even charged. There was no threat and no law broken.

 

[DiveCon]

Bullshit, the wording makes it not a threat, therefore it should be protected by freedom of speech, period. Facebook had the choice to remove it because they are in control of that space, but the government should not have the right to restrict it.

Time will tell if the government has the authority to restrict hate speech. The question to be asked is quite simple, what was the intent of the author? It's pretty clear that on both the far right and the far left there are unstable persons capable of committing acts of violence. A civilized person - and by that I mean someone who believes in the rule of law and honest debate - would object to hate filled rhetoric suggesting violence as a solution to political discord. It obvious to me that many who post on this message board lack civility; thankfully most are cowards who hide behind their keyboard as they make outragious comments. But the fact that the Secret Service is on the job may temper some of the cowards from making similar stupid comments as did the author of the poll.

Any two bit lawyer can get the charges to author of the poll dropped, IF the author is even charged. There was no threat and no law broken.

true, but it sure was a classic case of stupidity
someone that doesnt like the government getting involved in thier life sure as hell got the opposite of what they wanted by posting that poll

 

[Si modo]

Time will tell if the government has the authority to restrict hate speech. The question to be asked is quite simple, what was the intent of the author? It's pretty clear that on both the far right and the far left there are unstable persons capable of committing acts of violence. A civilized person - and by that I mean someone who believes in the rule of law and honest debate - would object to hate filled rhetoric suggesting violence as a solution to political discord. It obvious to me that many who post on this message board lack civility; thankfully most are cowards who hide behind their keyboard as they make outragious comments. But the fact that the Secret Service is on the job may temper some of the cowards from making similar stupid comments as did the author of the poll.

Any two bit lawyer can get the charges to author of the poll dropped, IF the author is even charged. There was no threat and no law broken.

true, but it sure was a classic case of stupidity
someone that doesnt like the government getting involved in thier life sure as hell got the opposite of what they wanted by posting that poll

Oh, it's beyond stupid and I hope the USSS gives them the 'rectal exam' you mentioned. It will obviously be the most efficient lesson for that type of stupidity.

 

[BasicGreatGuy]

No matter the intent, the poll is an affront to our democratic republic. Stupidity and poor judgment are not a defense, nor is the freedom of speech sacrosanct. There are limitations to speech and that limit was crossed by the author.
Honest criticism of policy is welcomed in a free society; this poll goes far beyond anything a civilized member of our society would honor, and the author must be punished - less we become a lawless society where violence is the norm and all disputes are settled by the sword.

You may not like it, but asking the question in and of itself, is not a crime.

 

[DiveCon]

No matter the intent, the poll is an affront to our democratic republic. Stupidity and poor judgment are not a defense, nor is the freedom of speech sacrosanct. There are limitations to speech and that limit was crossed by the author.
Honest criticism of policy is welcomed in a free society; this poll goes far beyond anything a civilized member of our society would honor, and the author must be punished - less we become a lawless society where violence is the norm and all disputes are settled by the sword.

You may not like it, but asking the question in and of itself, is not a crime.

but it was stupid
and you have to admit, if you were a member of the Secret Service you would need to investigate it to see if there was anything behind it

 

[BasicGreatGuy]

No matter the intent, the poll is an affront to our democratic republic. Stupidity and poor judgment are not a defense, nor is the freedom of speech sacrosanct. There are limitations to speech and that limit was crossed by the author.
Honest criticism of policy is welcomed in a free society; this poll goes far beyond anything a civilized member of our society would honor, and the author must be punished - less we become a lawless society where violence is the norm and all disputes are settled by the sword.

You may not like it, but asking the question in and of itself, is not a crime.

but it was stupid
and you have to admit, if you were a member of the Secret Service you would need to investigate it to see if there was anything behind it

It was an ignorant thing to do. I don't know the person who created the poll, so I can't say they are stupid. I don't have enough facts to make an informed opinion on that issue.

Yes, the Secret Service will investigate everyone regardless. As a side note bit of trivia, the Secret Service's job originally was to track and arrest counterfeiters. The job had nothing to do with protecting the President.

 

[Wry Catcher]

No matter the intent, the poll is an affront to our democratic republic. Stupidity and poor judgment are not a defense, nor is the freedom of speech sacrosanct. There are limitations to speech and that limit was crossed by the author.
Honest criticism of policy is welcomed in a free society; this poll goes far beyond anything a civilized member of our society would honor, and the author must be punished - less we become a lawless society where violence is the norm and all disputes are settled by the sword.

You may not like it, but asking the question in and of itself, is not a crime.

Really? It's not a crime? Points and authority to prove you theory will be appreciated.

 

[BasicGreatGuy]

No matter the intent, the poll is an affront to our democratic republic. Stupidity and poor judgment are not a defense, nor is the freedom of speech sacrosanct. There are limitations to speech and that limit was crossed by the author.
Honest criticism of policy is welcomed in a free society; this poll goes far beyond anything a civilized member of our society would honor, and the author must be punished - less we become a lawless society where violence is the norm and all disputes are settled by the sword.

You may not like it, but asking the question in and of itself, is not a crime.

Really? It's not a crime? Points and authority to prove you theory will be appreciated.

If posting the poll asking the question was a crime, cite the federal statue that supports your supposition.

You are the one that said it was a crime. I called your bluff. The onus is on you to back your claim up.

 

[Si modo]

No matter the intent, the poll is an affront to our democratic republic. Stupidity and poor judgment are not a defense, nor is the freedom of speech sacrosanct. There are limitations to speech and that limit was crossed by the author.
Honest criticism of policy is welcomed in a free society; this poll goes far beyond anything a civilized member of our society would honor, and the author must be punished - less we become a lawless society where violence is the norm and all disputes are settled by the sword.

You may not like it, but asking the question in and of itself, is not a crime.

Really? It's not a crime? Points and authority to prove you theory will be appreciated.

Prove a negative?

Here's a thought, albeit somewhat logical: If you think it's a crime, show us the part of the code that indicates it is.

 

[BasicGreatGuy]

Wry,

I will point you in the direction you need to look. Start with section 879 of title 18, United States Code. After that, read over The Presidential Protection Act of 2000. It amended section 879 of title 18, of the United States Code.