Tillman wasn't any different from others who follow their conscience.

Bowser — 5/4/2004 5:57:12 AM (archived)

He wasn't any different from the human shields who went to Iraq, and who GWB would have cheerfully blown to heaven.

He wasn't any different than conscientious objectors, who have followed their ideals.

He paid a helluva price, I wish he hadn't, and he was an admirable person in that he did put his body in line with his beliefs. And he was one of many.

They come in all stripes, colors and beliefs. And I admire all of them, not just football players. Folks who aren't all mouth, folks who do, and try to undo some of the injustices done by others.

Cassius Clay was one on the other side. Went to the slam. Same spirit.

Arf

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Ted Rall, still holding his own in the top five for "Asshat of the Decade" award. - Tom Brosz - 5/3/2004 6:41:57 PM
- I guess you saw the one on Tillman that MSNBC pulled (no link) - FrankC - 5/4/2004 12:50:19 AM
  - Nice try, MSNBC. Who the hell do you think you're dealing with here? - Tom Brosz - 5/4/2004 3:26:37 AM
    - By the way... - Tom Brosz - 5/4/2004 3:33:05 AM
      - Tillman wasn't any different from others who follow their conscience. - Bowser - 5/4/2004 5:57:12 AM
        
        Human shields - Tom Brosz - 5/4/2004 6:06:57 AM
        
        Can you understand the principle involved? (n/t) - Bowser - 5/4/2004 2:27:04 PM
        
        The principle involved - Tom Brosz - 5/4/2004 4:13:37 PM
        
        OK, you can't. And most folks will be able to. (n/t) - Bowser - 5/4/2004 5:22:41 PM
        
        You know, bluster isn't really an effective debating technique - Tom Brosz - 5/4/2004 5:55:11 PM
        
        Jeez. I agreed with you, and I get this. - Bowser - 5/4/2004 7:08:47 PM
        
        Okay, maybe I can clear this up. - Tom Brosz - 5/5/2004 1:06:43 AM
  - And Tillman died in Afganistan - Buck Galaxy - 5/4/2004 2:53:52 AM

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