Update on AR state rep who apologized for timing of tweet slamming liberals in Boston

[proud2BlibKansan]

Here's a petition asking him to resign:
https://petitions.whitehouse.gov/petition/call-resignation-arkansas-state-senator-nate-bell/GJhvyg4D

And here's the thread with his tweet:
http://www.democraticunderground.com/10022718990

[EOTE]

1. K&R. Thanks for the link.

I think one of the problems that Democrats have is that when these things happen, they forgive and forget and a few days later, the controversy is over. It's a shame this only has 40 some signatures so far, but I'm hoping it explodes shortly. I loaded this asshole's Facebook page with comments, and probably more than 99% of the comments on his page were VERY negative. If this asshole keeps his job after this or isn't voted out, it will be very disappointing. The key is to not let the pressure die down.

[Heather MC]

2. I don't think this is a well known controversy

Between, The Boston Bombings, Texas explosion, Boston Man Hunt, and then capture of one suspect. Who knew some A-hole tweeted something stupid lol


ETA:
Ok catching up, my immediate thoughts about his tweet.

And yet suspect #2 was taken without incident, and two ARMED officers were injured or kill. But the unarmed hijack victim was released safely.
And if I am not Mistaken There were a lot of heavily armed Trained officials. on the scene.

Why would a civilian wanna run out in that mess and play Rambo?

[BlueToTheBone]

4. In Arkansas, there is quite a bit of

conversation and local petitions have been sent

[proud2BlibKansan]

3. His Facebook page is full of negative comments.

He'll probably take it down soon and blame the liberals.

[brooklynite]

5. Why file a petition with the White House?

The correct answer will be: The President has no authority or responsibility in this case; it's a matter for the people and Government of Arkansas.

[gateley]

6. Good point -- and they'd be correct in their response. It's up to the citizens to ensure he's

not reelected. That's always the hard part -- getting the people out to vote.

[proud2BlibKansan]

7. Well, this brings the idiot much needed attention