Missouri Police Report: RP supporters, Libertarians, anti-NWO movement are TERRORISTS

[LittleLightShining]

We hit main stream media! I will co-host an am radio show on thursday and we will interview chuck baldwin about the maic documents!!!


1140 am jason littlejohn's show noon central!

Fantastic! Is there a stream? If not can someone make a youtube?

Good luck today!

Ok friends, it is imperative that we get this word out to all the newspapers across the NATION. We can't think about Missouri, so if you have 5 minutes of free time to get this story out, search the newspapers in your town and send them THIS template filled in with your info and make them aware of this mess. ALSO, if you want to make revisions, please do but PLEASE make sure that you keep this as positive as possible and not lash out at anyone or anything. This is a time to remain calm and cool!

Thanks to Josh Carter for whipping this Letter to the Editor together and SO well!!! Kudos!

Dear ______,

Let me tell you a bit about myself. My name is ______, I live at/near/in ________. I make a living doing _______. My hobbies include _______ and _______. I am also politically active. I supported _____ during the recent presidential election because of his/her support for peaceful foreign policy as well as sensible domestic policy. The reason I mention this and the reason I am writing you today is because of my concern with a recent Missouri Information Analysis Center Strategic Report.

This report, entitled “The Modern Militia Movement” was distributed to law enforcement officials within Missouri. It contains information on radical militant groups and according to Lt. Hotz at the MIAC, was intended to “let law enforcement officers know what the trends are in the modern militia movement .” Said report was put out by the MIAC, which is a “fusion center” created by the 911 Commission Act of 2007. These fusion centers, being set up all around the country, are tasked with coordinating different levels of law enforcement across the states and across the country.

My concern with this report is that it's sophomoric presentation of facts unfairly and inaccurately characterizes certain peaceful political organizations as militant. I believe that the sloppy manner in which the report makes its points could possibly lead well-meaning law enforcement officers to misinterpret common, peaceful political paraphernalia as a “red flag” indicating radical militarism. Law enforcement officers' jobs are hard enough without being given misleading information about who they should be looking out for.

My contention is not that this report misrepresents those who are violent, but that it names activities and groups without making it clear that the vast majority of the people that make up these groups are in no way militant or violent. For instance, the report lists and displays the First Navy Jack Flag as a “Militia Symbol.” Perhaps some members of some militia that I'm not aware of display this flag as theirs, but until I read this report, the only time I've seen such a flag flown or displayed was by current or former Navy servicemen. As a matter of fact, the entire U.S. Navy was instructed to fly this flag at the beginning of the War on Terror. Are they a violent, radical militia? Certainly not, but how would a law enforcement officer that had no prior knowledge of this flag know that? My grandfather served in the Navy during World War II and I find it disturbing that he may be thought of for even a second as a radical militant for simply displaying the flag that so many of his fellow servicemen proudly fly.

This article likewise misrepresents and identifies by name certain political movements/organizations such as the Libertarian and Constitutional political parties, as well as the lobbying organization Campaign For Liberty. The names of presidential candidates Ron Paul, Bob Barr, and Chuck Baldwin were also mentioned and the report stated that “It is not uncommon for militia members to display Constitutional Party, Campaign For Liberty, or Libertarian Party material.” Perhaps that is not an untrue statement, but it would seem to imply that these political organizations are somehow violent or militant, especially if one is not familiar with them. This article states that violent, radical militia members believe “You[law enforcement officials] Are the Enemy.” Maybe they do, I don't know, I've never met one. But I know I take issue with having a peaceful man/woman that I supported for president being mentioned not only in the same document, but just a few paragraphs later.

These are just a few of the many examples of how this report takes what it represents as facts, and presents them so sloppily and carelessly, that an entirely new idea is formed. I hope in the future whoever is putting together these reports takes more care not to tread so close to slander. There is no excuse for misinforming our hard-working officers of the law, whether intentionally or not.

Sincerely,

________________

This is a great letter but much too long. Most papers won't print letters more than 250-300 words long.

 

[bobbyw24]

Another Newspaper Article on this

http://www.columbiatribune.com/news/2009/mar/14/fusion-center-data-draws-fire-over-assertions/

 

[Bryon Huber]

Press Release was sent to KC media at 9am monday morning. Please use this Press Release to send to ALL Media aspects you can think of.

Press Release
For Immediate Release

Liberty Restoration Project delivers “Sunshine Law” request to Jefferson City regarding Police document.

Kansas City, MO. March 16th, 2009:

Today representatives of the Liberty Restoration Project (LRP) hand delivered a “Sunshine Law” request to 3 offices in Jefferson City. The Sunshine Law in Missouri is a version of the Federal Freedom of Information Act that allows groups to petition for information. This request was delivered to Missouri Governor Jay Nixon’s office, Missouri Highway Patrol office and State Emergency Management office. The LRP is operating as a mouthpiece to a national “Freedom Movement” that feels that a document released by the Missouri Information Analysis Center (MIAC) on February 20th, 2009, has placed a peaceful movement into the same groupings as “Paramilitary”, white supremacists, hate groups and unconstitutional Militia. This document was released to the Missouri Highway Patrol offices and was released from the desk of Governor Nixon’s desk. This document was leaked to the public by someone who obtained it from their law enforcement agency.

The document in question is being criticized by the freedom movement because of such generalized information provided in the document. The document was written as a training tool for the police to be able to identify Militia members and protect officers as well and citizens. Instead the document managed to label anyone with a political view that differs from the two party designs. This document indicates current Texas Congressman Ron Paul as an icon for the Paramilitary movement, as well as displaying an inverted American flag, or having copies of documentaries that discuss issues that are relevant to the freedom movement. This document indicates that displaying a 3rd Party bumper sticker, or a “Gadsden Flag”, or even carrying a copy of the United States Constitution could be considered “political paraphernalia”. The freedom movement as a whole feels that this document will allow Missouri police to profile vehicles, individuals, organizations, or even political figures as “radical” or “extremists”, and will infringe upon a person’s 1st amendment right to express their views. The most immediate threat to this peaceful group will come at the end of March when Congressman Ron Paul will hold a regional conference in St. Louis, MO. This conference will bring in hundreds of supporters into Missouri, and now most are fearful of being singled out and profiled against, and potentially having their rights violated by the police, all because of a generalized and poorly informed document.

The Liberty Restoration Project is requesting on behalf of a national freedom movement for a retraction of this document, and a formal apology from the Governor, MIAC, and the Missouri Highway Patrol. The Liberty Restoration Project in Kansas City will extend a hand in drafting information that will not only clarify a position of a freedom movement, but also assist in better informing law enforcement officials in hopes to protect our peacekeeping officers and citizens.
For More information about the LRP, please visit: www.libertyrestorationproject.org
Please contact Bryon Huber at: 816-739-8064
Attached you will find the Sunshine Law request that was submitted.
Full MIAC report can be found at : http://www.scribd.com/doc/13232178/MIAC-Strategic-Report-The-Modern-Militia-Movement

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[speciallyblend]

Fantastic! Is there a stream? If not can someone make a youtube?

Good luck today!

This is a great letter but much too long. Most papers won't print letters more than 250-300 words long.

yep needs to be 200-300 words long

 

[Dripping Rain]

We hit main stream media! I will co-host an am radio show on thursday and we will interview chuck baldwin about the maic documents!!!


1140 am jason littlejohn's show noon central!

sucks that we have to wait till thursday but thanks Catherine thats still good news

 

[LittleLightShining]

Just wanted to let you guys know that I called C4L again today and was told they are working on a response. I suggested they get in touch with LRP.

 

[Bryon Huber]

Thanks for the info. Catherine is in Jefferson City as we speak laying the foundation of this process. We are expecting a hornets nest, and welcome the opportunity to help the state, and police on formulating a proper opinion of our freedom movers. I believe we need to react out of love, and not the anger that most are feeling. We are all upset, but this is an opportunity to get our message across to so many people. I feel a bit like Rham Emanuel, and that scares me lol.

 

[LittleLightShining]

Thanks for the info. Catherine is in Jefferson City as we speak laying the foundation of this process. We are expecting a hornets nest, and welcome the opportunity to help the state, and police on formulating a proper opinion of our freedom movers. I believe we need to react out of love, and not the anger that most are feeling. We are all upset, but this is an opportunity to get our message across to so many people. I feel a bit like Rham Emanuel, and that scares me lol.

I have a good feeling about this. I'm so encouraged that this is happening in a place like MO with an intelligent, organized, motivated team to handle it. (Not to say that there aren't folks like this in other states but you guys are exceptional!)

 

[ronpaulhawaii]

Thanks for the info. Catherine is in Jefferson City as we speak laying the foundation of this process. We are expecting a hornets nest, and welcome the opportunity to help the state, and police on formulating a proper opinion of our freedom movers. I believe we need to react out of love, and not the anger that most are feeling. We are all upset, but this is an opportunity to get our message across to so many people. I feel a bit like Rham Emanuel, and that scares me lol.

LOL - Calm and rational; wisdom rules the day

thanks

 

[AdamT]

"No good crisis should go to waste...."

 

[Dripping Rain]

I feel a bit like Rham Emanuel, and that scares me lol.

lol
keep up the great work

 

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[Thylacine]

Wow, this caused a real stir on some of the Gun Boards I belong to.

 

[LittleLightShining]

Wow, this caused a real stir on some of the Gun Boards I belong to.

Oh good!

 

[Bryon Huber]

That's what we need. The more people that realize that we are being targeted, the better!

 

[Original_Intent]

WorldNetDaily finally linked to the ColumbiaTimes article. That's some good coverage, too bad it took them 3 days after I emailed them to do so.

 

[ronpaulhawaii]

I just finished the gruesome task of reviewing line of fire deaths in MO in the period specified in the MIAC report (1980-Present)

I used this site

http://www.odmp.org

They set a precedent of mentioning group affiliation.

There are only two, in MO, which mention group affiliation, both neo-nazi

Here they are:

Trooper Jimmie Elliott Linegar
Missouri State Highway Patrol, MO
EOW: Monday, April 15, 1985
Cause of Death: Gunfire
Trooper Jimmie Linegar was shot and killed by a white supremacist he and his partner stopped at checkpoint. Neither Trooper Linegar or his partner were aware that the man they had stopped had just been indicted by a Federal Grand Jury for involvement in a Neo-Nazi group accused of murder.

Trooper Russell W. Harper
Missouri State Highway Patrol, MO
EOW: Sunday, February 8, 1987
Cause of Death: Gunfire
Trooper Harper was shot and killed after stopping a white supremacist. The man exited his vehicle and opened fire with an automatic weapon,

RIP to the well meaning and decent cops, who's fall I just reviewed

 

[libertygrl]

The smartass comments and general disregard for a serious question are very telling.

I'm really not surprised. When I was a kid I really respected cops. I even had a cousin who was a cop. But over the past few years whenever I had to deal with a police officer - minor traffic accident, home emergency, etc I found them to be downright nasty and disrespectful. Then you hear all about those taser incidents.... I'm sure there are some good ones out there but they can be pretty scary because you don't know what might set them off.

I think a lot of this boils down to ignorance too. It's pretty scary when you've got some of these guys walking around with loaded guns and they've got IQ's the equivalent of a doorknob.

Suggestion - Maybe someone could post the following link along with info about the Oath Keepers - present and former U.S. military people who are educated about the Constitution and promise to protect the rights of Americans in time of a national emergency. Who knows? Even if we get one officer to see the light, at least it's a start.




OATH KEEPERS:
http://oath-keepers.blogspot.com/

OATH KEEPERS: ORDERS WE WILL NOT OBEY

1. We will NOT obey orders to disarm the American people.

2. We will NOT obey orders to conduct warrantless searches of the American people

3. We will NOT obey orders to detain American citizens as “unlawful enemy combatants” or to subject them to military tribunal.

4. We will NOT obey orders to impose martial law or a “state of emergency” on a state.

5. We will NOT obey orders to invade and subjugate any state that asserts its sovereignty.

6. We will NOT obey any order to blockade American cities, thus turning them into giant concentration camps.

7. We will NOT obey any order to force American citizens into any form of detention camps under any pretext.

8. We will NOT obey orders to assist or support the use of any foreign troops on U.S. soil against the American people to “keep the peace” or to “maintain control.”

9. We will NOT obey any orders to confiscate the property of the American people, including food and other essential supplies.

10.We will NOT obey any orders which infringe on the right of the people to free speech, to peaceably assemble, and to petition their government for a redress of grievances.

 

[libertygrl]

This is very disturbing, and frankly, I don't even know how to best address it. This particular memo/training document is really devious and sinister, and I think the people behind it were quite a bit more clever than mere idiots with a 4th grade education, spelling issues notwithstanding. The memo brings up a whole bunch of serious issues that many Ron Paul supporters really are concerned about - such as civil unrest, the NAU, the Federal Reserve, RFID, universal citizen service (involuntary servitude), the NWO, FEMA camps, etc. - and then attributes these concerns to "dangerous militia groups" (rather than grass roots activist groups), tying us in directly by linking us to these supposed milita groups. At the same time, those issues are described with undertones implying they're not actually a threat, giving the impression that the "right-wing militia groups" concerned about them are just plain crazy. ...and it goes without saying that the memo paints all real militia groups in a poor light too, which is hardly fair.

On top of that, check out the "You are the Enemy" section: This memo is taking advantage of widespread mistrust of police and anger at the police brutality epidemic*, painting mistrustful attitudes as a reason for them to be afraid of us! That's a really frightening way to twist the reality of the situation: A growing number of people (including many of us) are beginning to view cops warily due to the way they (as a whole) have been treating everyone else...and somehow, that supposedly makes us a threat to their safety?!? If these memos become standard issue, even the honest cops are liable to be more on-edge and trigger-happy around people with RP or CFL bumper stickers (let alone something like the Gadsden Flag)...and who knows what kind of abuses the bully cops might find new excuses for.

Unfortunately, the memo is chock full of dangerous half-truths, and these half-truths may be very convincing to the average person (and definitely to the average police officer). I do think acptulsa is correct when he says we need to bring this into the court of public opinion, and the Niemöller quote is very poignant here...but the problem is, because of the devious half-truth nature of the memo, it might be harder than many of us here realize to make sure public opinion falls on the right side. I'm not even sure where to start when it comes to helping Average Joe understand how frightening this really is. I mean, most people will probably understand the point that singling out supporters of certain politicians (e.g. Ron Paul) is anathema to a democratic republic, but they may make an "exception" if they take the contents of the memo at face value. After all, many Ron Paul supporters really are concerned by every single one of the issues brought up in the memo, and every single one of us is probably concerned about at least some of them...plus, it would be easy to find out-of-context quotes on these very forums demonstrating an "anti-cop" attitude (including this very post).

In other words, if this really is a calculated move in an agenda against us (rather than just a misunderstanding), it will be easy for authoritarians to leverage the numerous half-truths involved to make the entirety of the memo look valid and acceptable in the eyes of Average Joe...and I see no easy way to counter this. Any PR experts here?

*As well as the growing epidemic of falsified reports and perjury by cops with an invincibility complex, combined with the endless plague of "cops protecting cops"

EDIT: Ah, here, another shooting!

It all sounds pretty hopeless but the only thing I could think of that may ease the tension on both sides is to have a town hall meeting with the police officers and the community. It's been done in many African American commuties where there is mistrust on both sides. At least there would be an attempt for open dialogue where law enforcement can see the faces of regular citizens who were slandered in the memo, and citizens can voice their concerns. Just an idea..