Leftist radicals Seize 6 blocks of Seattle
Lawlessness continues as a mob ( some say it's antifa) has taken 6 blocks of the state of Washington's largest city. Another police precinct has been abandoned and another progressive mayor has allowed every bit of it to happen.
"Seattle Mayor Jenny is allowing a dangerous situation to fester. Antifa militants have taken over & created an “autonomous zone” in city w/their own rules. Police precinct abandoned. Antifa set up barricades to create a border. Calling for volunteers to provide armed guard."....Andy Ngo
The zone includes the “Captured Regime East Precinct.
The demands of the invaders:
Progressive Mayor Jenny Durkin has yet to make a statement
Progressive Gov Jay Inslee claims that he knows nothing about it!
Progressive leadership in action!
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Who would have thought it could happen?
These POS were elected!
Trump is off topic
who would expect this from the left? almost everyone.
not much different than "occupy-wallstreet or whatever...
the left takes camping to another level.... LOL
so the left supports secure borders now? interesting.
LOL
is that a "flip" or a "flop"
build that wall - build that wall...
funny thing is I don't see it encompassing any residential areas , looks like its mostly public or government buildings.
Apparently if you can't find a news story to support your out there unpopular point of view you can just make shit up. Seattle Still Stands...
“Seattle Still Stands...”
A small section of seattle has been overrun by liberal thugs but i don’t see anywhere on this page, or anywhere in the news that says seattle has fallen. I guess “if you can't find a news story to support your out there unpopular point of view you can just make shit up.” 😂
The " Beatnik " is Back ?
"Right now at CHAZ there is food, security, bathrooms, art, love, public discourse, action, education, film viewing, and much needed community building. "
Time to put well honed urban combat and CQB skills to work.
Should be a walk in the park against this freshman team
"the Seattle Police Department this week offered a concession: Officers would abandon their precinct, board up the windows and let the protesters have free rein outside." That's just stupid, you don't close down a police station and board it up as a concession to lawlessness. What about the property and business owners and tenants in this area, what are they paying taxes for ? Most of these jackasses live in the suburbs with their parents so maybe the victims of their lawlessness should be allowed to go and trash their parents basements. We need to open the schools back up, you know what they say about Idle Hands. Obviously they're not that afraid of the virus.
Hmmm, maybe they got the idea from "Armed men, led by Bundy brothers, take over federal building in rural Oregon".
Jan. 3, 2016 at 4:50 p.m. PST
BURNS, Ore. — A group of armed anti-government activists remained encamped at a federal wildlife refuge in Oregon on Sunday evening, vowing to occupy the outpost for years to protest the federal government’s treatment of a pair of local ranchers set to report to prison Monday.
The occupation of a portion of the Malheur National Wildlife Refuge, about 30 miles southeast of Burns, Ore., began a day earlier, after a small group of men broke off from a much larger march and rally held on Saturday evening
The armed occupation is being led by Ammon Bundy, an Idaho rancher whose father, Cliven Bundy, led an armed standoff with federal agents in Nevada in 2014 and who has described his supporters as “militia men.”
“Those who want to go take hard stand, get in your trucks and follow me!” Ammon Bundy declared to rally-goers at the conclusion of Saturday’s event, according to several people who were in attendance. Not long afterward, the group had taken over the federal wildlife preserve.
And how were they dealt with?
HARSH ?
Why..… YES !
Yes they were !
Why don't you tell us.
Bundy Brothers Acquitted in Takeover of Oregon Wildlife Refuge
"Bundy was peacefully arrested on January 26, 2016, when the vehicle he was traveling in was pulled over by a joint force of FBI agents and troopers from Oregon State Patrol. He was with other militants from the occupation attempting to drive to John Day, Oregon for a public meeting where he was scheduled to speak. [30] Another vehicle in the convoy fled the traffic stop until it encountered a roadblock, where Oregon State Patrol officers shot and killed LaVoy Finicum . [31] [32] [33] [34]"
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ammon_Bundy
Do you think antifa or BLM would be treated accordingly?
On that occasion - because the government lied about snipers being on the property!!!
Have to be dragged to court, in order for a sentence to be handed down.
One of the protestors was SHOT …… Dead, Dead...…. DEAD !
The "Fires, The Breaking and The Looting Uprising" over that "Death by Authority"....happened when ?
I think it would be guns a blazing by government forces if occupants were black, even if occupants were unarmed, unlike the Bundys and their followers.
By February 11, all of the militants had surrendered or withdrawn from the occupation, with several leaders having been arrested after leaving the site; one of them, Robert LaVoy Finicum, was shot and killed during an attempt to arrest him after he reached toward a handgun concealed in his pocket[29][30] after he tried to evade a roadblock; Ryan Bundy was wounded. More than two dozen of the militants were charged with federal offenses including conspiracy to obstruct federal officers, firearms violations, theft, and depredation of federal property.
Like I already said ……. they were treated HARSH !
But thanks for the Known History lesson though !
Ummmmmm..…. Your comment #9.1.9 noted....Guns did go Blazing on these "White Folks" !
Wounded and Dead was by "Flower Power" ?
You not only have that backwards, but you ignored the truth. The government shot and killed Lavoy Finicum. The government lied when attempting to prosecute Bundy.
The animals occupying six blocks of Seattle have been coddled by the mayor and have been so far un-touched by law enforcement.
These are the facts!
Read again, no guns a blazing, just response to the armed occupiers...the person who was shot was attempting to draw his gun.
Then how did "Wounded"....and "DEAD" …. happen ?
OMG !
I already posted that Lavoy was attempting to pull a gun when shot, if you have evidence/facts contrary to that, please post.
You equate one person getting shot, another wounded with the term "guns a blazing"?
So what is your complaint? You are comparing the two things to prove that Bundy was treated better??? Just open your eyes!
The narrative about right wing extremist being more dangerous than left wing extremists is laughable. Clearly it is the more prevalent, as well as dangerous, left wing variety that gets the soft treatment!
He wasn't just shot. He was assassinated.
"Machine guns are "Illegal" !
Definition of .... with guns blazing
They stepped out from behind the building with guns blazing.
—often used figuratively with respect to forceful effort
Wounded and Dead by gun..... is "Forceful".
So.....Yep....Guns Blazing works !
Malheur National Wildlife Refuge protestors = Terrorists
People that occupied Seattle = Patroits
Nothing more need be said about how messed up the left is.
FUBAR ... no don't about it.
I never said either protestors were terrorists.
I never said YOU did.
However, many here and elsewhere did. Of course they won't man up and admit it here and now.
That's just how internet weaklings operate.
UPDATE:
Seattle police say they have received reports of armed guards and potential extortion in a self-declared autonomous zone that spans several blocks and includes a now-closed precinct.
“We’ve heard, anecdotally, reports of citizens and businesses being asked to pay a fee to operate within this area. This is the crime of extortion. If anyone has been subjected to this, we need them to call 911,” Assistant Chief of Police Deanna Nollette said on Wednesday.
Protesters calling to defund the police and make sweeping reforms to law enforcement tactics have declared a six-block region -- spanning 13th Avenue past 11th Avenue, near Cal Anderson Park, and from East Olive Street to East Pike Street -- the “Capitol Hill Autonomous Zone” (CHAZ).
The region encompasses the SPD's East Precinct, which was abandoned by cops on Monday following days of violent clashes between law enforcement and protesters in the wake of George Floyd's death, as well as parts of Capitol Hill.
Officers retreated from the area in an effort to quell the violence-- which included multiple shootings, one that was sparked after a man rammed his vehicle into a crowd of protesters. Police officers have deployed tear gas and pepper spray to disperse large groups of people.
“We wanted to be able to facilitate and support peaceful demonstrations,” Nollette said.
Demonstrations within the autonomous zone have been mostly peaceful, with no reports of violence, but police say armed guards have been surrounding the perimeter of the region and residents who live within the boundaries are "forced to show ID to prove you “belong” there," a law enforcement official told Fox News.
A volunteer works security at an entrance to the so-called "Capitol Hill Autonomous Zone" on June 10, 2020 in Seattle, Washington. (Getty)
peaking on the condition of anonymity because they are not authorized to discuss the unfolding situation, the official told Fox News some people living in the area -- which includes numerous bars, restaurants, businesses and private residences -- have been "begging for help because they are not being allowed into their homes without ID."
Police have been told to stay away from the region unless there is a call to 911 for help.
The official also added that leaders in the anti-cop zone are "starting to extort money from the local businesses within the border for 'protection.'"
Mckenzie Diamond, who lives in the “Autonomous Zone," told Kiro 7 the experience has been "a bit stressful."
"It’s like checking in with somebody to get into your own home,” Diamond told the news outlet. “Just making it so people can get into their buildings. Keep the zone however they want, and move the fencing so people can go home."
“No one at these checkpoints has the legal authority to demand identification from anyone. We ask if anyone is subjected to these demands to call 911 and report the incident,” Nollette said.
“While Washington is an open-carry state, there is no legal right for those arms to be used to intimidate community members," she told Komo News .
Nollette also added that they are aware of threats to burn down the East Precinct, which she said "would endanger residents, firefighters and businesses.”
The police department is looking to start negotiations with the leaders of the protest movement to gain access to the police precinct but are unsure of who is leading the demonstrations.
“It’s just a matter of establishing this dialogue. We’d love nothing more than to be able to open our precinct buildings,” Nollette said. “What we want to do is give an opportunity for everyone’s tempers to calm, and for us to approach the table with a view towards equality."
Supporters of the movement have posted photos on social media depicting a large, but peaceful scene.
Within the blockaded region, occupiers have set up tents, painted murals, and have music playing from speakers throughout the night.
One resident in the area told police that there were "tents lining my streets, barricades littered throughout the intersection by protestors, and civilians walking around with AR15s," an official told Fox News. "And the noise has not stopped."
Seattle Fire Chief Harold Scoggins, whose firehouse is a few blocks from the region, has been one of the only city officials seen in the area working alongside demonstrators, according to Komo News.
“Well, we got a team, we are working through this and there is some trust built and I don't want to compromise the trust," Scoggins told the news outlet.
On Wednesday, President Trump demanded "LAW & ORDER!" in Seattle as the scene unfolded.
"Domestic Terrorists have taken over Seattle, run by Radical Left Democrats, of course," he said on Twitter.
Trump lambasted Democratic Gov. Jay Inslee and Seattle Mayor Jenny Durkan, urging them to take control of the situation.
"Radical Left Governor @JayInslee and the Mayor of Seattle are being taunted and played at a level that our great Country has never seen before. Take back your city NOW. If you don’t do it, I will," Trump wrote. "This is not a game. These ugly Anarchists must be stopped IMMEDIATELY. MOVE FAST!"
One of the perceived leaders of the movement, Raz Simone, tweeted a response to Trump on Wednesday decrying that he is "not a Terrorist Warlord."
"The President really put a hit on my head. I’m not a Terrorist Warlord. Quit spreading that false narrative," Simone tweeted. "The world has NEVER been ready for a strong black man. We have been peaceful and nothing else. If I die don’t let it be in vain."
Vandana Rambaran is a reporter covering news and politics at foxnews.com.
foxnews.com/us/seattle-protests-armed-guards-local-businesses-extortion
Oh really?
Where was this nimrod from 2008 to 2016?
Hard to believe anyone follows fools like this.
Sadly they do. These past two weeks have exposed the awesome power of the extreme left.
We can argue which wing is better or worse forever, but it doesn't solve anything. The rise of the far left is in response to the rise of the far right. Populism from either end of the political spectrum will never work in a country as large as ours.
Yeah, you gotta consider the source. Not exactly the cream of the crop doing this shit. The cream of the crop has jobs, businesses, military careers, etc. They actually contribute to society. Unlike many of these no account protestors who likely just drag it down.
Agreed
No it's not, not in this case. People are reacting to an event perpetrated by one bad cop and in doing so have unfairly branded all cops as bad. All this defunding talk is proof of that.
Agreed but it is dangerous as hell. This situation in Seattle will likely not end well for anyone but the people who want anarchy in this country. The people hurt most if anarchy reigns in this country? Many of the people who are perpetrating it. They just aren't smart enough to grasp that reality.
Sorry...The "extream [sic] left" isn't supported by anyone except the extreme left. Your so called main stream media, including Fox News, is about advertising. That means anything that gets you in front of the television/radio/computer is fair game.
So you are saying the respectful and humane treatment of everyone to be radical? Interesting but not unexpected. Considering the vast majority of people everywhere with spending money are in favor of those radical concepts of respect and equality, that's where those big corporations will go.
"Broad Brushing" is okay in this matter.
Sheeeeeesh …… Get with the program Sparty.
We even have military leaders infected & promoted with this insidious ideology. Do you remember a decade or so ago when the left despised the military. Now we hear their praise for those who have broken with tradition and acted like sheep before the mob.
Oh the left has risen and it will give rise to the reactionary! You think you have seen the enemy? Just wait!
They are the cream. We only hear from them at election time. So it shall be!
This reactionary defunding talk will produce little. Some cites may try to devert some money to social programs that reduce crime, but there isn't much money there for them to work with. Real reform will done in State Houses, Congress and the courts - or not. Neither Republicans or Democrats are in favor of defunding the police.
Which is why I'm a moderate.
It will end just like when the same people in Seattle camped out in front of the ICE detention center. The worst offenders will be arrested, there will be a big mess the tax payers will end up paying for and eventually they will go away until the next thing gets them all riled up.
Not much chance of that. Spot fire of anarchy always happen. It's an unsustainable ideology, considering actual anarchists (a very rare creature) don't play well with others including those of the same ideology.
Which begs the question - why is the right so triggered by people not smart enough to know better? Pat them on the head, give them a cookie and send them home to watch The View,
What????
Why is the idea of respect and equality insidious? Please tell me.
Camped out in front of an ICE center ..... taking over and blocking off a large portion of a city with armed guards at barricades.
Not even close to the same thing
The people hurt and killed because of this might disagree with you. The business owners who's businesses were looted and burned down might deserve more than just a cookie. Don't you think?
You know that won't stand for long.
And the people that were hurt and killed because of police brutality are no less traumatized and dead. Neither situation is good. I have, and will always, oppose violence. Nowhere in any post do I support violence.
LET ME MAKE IT PERFECTLY CLEAR, no where do I support violence or the destruction of property. Anyone engaged in violence or the destruction/theft of property should be properly arrested and charged under the law. This includes those on the left, right or otherwise.
I like to point out the hypocrisy of one side or the other at times but I do not support Populism on either side. I do support the basic right of respect and equality.
Do i? Thanks for letting me know i know what i think.
And nice no comment on the comparison you got called on. I love it when people try to compare apples and atom bombs
nah, you're just the one trying minimize what the protestors/rioters/looters are doing as some sort of harmless, youthful indiscretion. When nothing could be further from the truth as i've clearly noted
And LET ME MAKE THIS PERFECTLY CLEAR ..... then don't give tacit support to illegal actions. Pat them on the head? Give them a cookie?
C'mon man!
So what did these nefarious "domestic terrorists" (as the President called them) do last night? They screened a movie and listened to a local band play a set. Ooooooh scary!
Nice exaggerations ..... his and your words not mine.
You wouldn't be patting them on the head and giving them a cookie if they were dumping on your livelihood or family i promise you that.
More tacit support of illegal behavior.
Congrats!
Nope (as I've said I think they are idiots), but if it make you feel superior in some way... whatevs.
EDIT:
They don't look to be bothering anyone but alt-righties. By all accounts I can find - and I'm sure you'll correct me if I'm wrong - is there is no looting, no rioting and no violence in this demonstration. There seems to be a lot of music, general good will and determination. So yeah give them a metaphorical cookie and send 'em home.
Lol you keep thinking that but don't concern yourself. I don't waste time worrying about imaginary, online pecker measuring contests but it sounds like you do. So feel free to carry on if that floats your boat ....
EDIT:
Really? And you know this how?
Cool, so now your support goes from tacit to direct. You clearly have a dog in the hunt. You just won't admit it.
Hahahaha! Sure... go ahead and get all personal when you have nothing else to argue.
I understand, you're losing the debate here so false allegations are about all you've got now ... carry on ....
WOW I can't believe you are being a apologist for this. Maybe you should do some more research. Left-wing extremist forcing their will on others and you give them a pass, I'm sure the businesses that they are starting to extort protection fee's from thinks it's just a peaceful protest to. freaking left=wing apologist disgust me.
What has group think & victimology got to do with respect and equality?
I get since I don't wax poetic about the evils of multi-multiculturalism you don't like it. I don't apologize for these people nor agree with what they are doing. Until shown otherwise they don't seem to be a danger to anyone but themselves.
Trump Humpers disgust me.
I don't know Vic. I didn't ask you about group think or victimology.
Ummm, Have you been to Seattle? Large part of the city? Not even Close.
I'm afraid you did. If progressives believed in respect or equality they wouldn't be rioting, vandalizing,looting, burning and injuring over 749 police officers. Not to mention about 15 deaths.
Ummmm yes I have. What does that have to with anything?
You can try to rationalize their actions as righteous all you want but illegal is illegal. I don’t care if it’s only a flower box. Do they own it? No. Can anyone pass freely through the space they took over? No. Do they they represent a majority of the people? No .... I could keep going if you want.
I find the defense of what these shitbirds are doing to be possibly one of the most obtuse actions I have ever seen on NT.
Here is your acid test for the people who have taken over this part of Seattle.
I'd like to protest their protest. Do you think they would allow peaceful protests within "their" zone?
No way that's happening and that is all that needs to be said about these fools.
Sooner they get taken down the better. Seattle and Washington are screwing up big time with how they have handled this. The longer they wait, the more people are gonna get hurt. No doubt about it.
Back in a few.
So far, the only danger in the autonomous zone seems to have been the danger of impromptu concerts, movie screenings and general speaking. Very, very, very scary!!!
I guess when the police offered to leave, they thought the protesters would desperately beg them to come back. Hilarious!
The euphoria some are getting from this is childlike in nature. Very naive and sophomoric.
No worries though. The adults will still be there to pick up the pieces when it fails miserably.