To "Honor" Falwell's Death, we should Send Larry Flynt a shitload of Flowers - defending Free Speech

[symbolman]

Who sends those dozens of Roses to deserving folks around here?

I'm willing to throw down some bucks and get the ball rolling - I think we should Properly Recognize Falwell's Death, instead of being seen as mean hearted by anyone out there, let's channel it, and send Larry Flynt Dozens of Roses in Gratitude for HIM Sticking up for our FREE SPEECH.

The MAN took it to the Supreme Court, and without Falwell, that ruling would not have been cemented as it was. About the only truly GOOD thing wrought by the gasbag.

Was it Hissyspit that sent flowers to Edwards wife and Helen?

C'mon, let's THANK Flynt for Keeping our 1st Amendment RIGHTS right where they should be, Safe and Sound! :)

[hlthe2b]

1. Better to send donations to an AIDS hospice or similar fund

in Falwell's name, if you ask me.

[symbolman]

2. I think of Free Speech

as Being for EVERYONE, regardless of Race, Creed, Color, or Sexual Orientation.

Of course Sex is for everyone too :)

Hey, start your own thread! :)

[William769]

3. If you think AIDS has a Race, Creed, Color, or Sexual Orientation, you are sadly mistaken.

Sorry just had to get that off my chest.

[hlthe2b]

6. Start my own thread if I want to offer an alternative?

Well, ok. I thought the point here was to discuss possible ways to send the message you seek to send. Seems a more long lasting effect could be from the donation to those in need (in Falwell's name) and opposed to short lived flowers. But, hey, go for it...

[YOY]

4. Larry's got enough money

From what I've gathered about the man he wouldn't take flowers the same way as other people. He's a not bs kind of guy. He's not doing what he does to protect free speach. Protecting free speach came in protecting what he does. The outcome has been beneficial to us all.

If you want to thank Larry buy a Hustler. I'm sure he'd be grateful.

[derby378]

5. Not a bad idea - I'd suggest sending a few roses to Mel White as well

:hi:

[symbolman]

7. Man

the people on this site just aren't any FUN anymore.. it's all about MY SPECIAL INTEREST, and driveby snark attacks..

Shame, we used to really get shit accomplished here.

As usual the Dems are fucked, it's always a Party of ONE. ME ME ME ME..

I miss the old DU, where people JOKED and could take a friendly dig.

Fuckit.

Save the AIDS people, it's ALL SERIOUS ALL THE TIME. There ARE other people on the planet you know, besides the special Interest flavor of the month.

For anyone that agrees with me, thanks, for anyone that has a giant hair up their asses, sorry about that :)

[William769]

8. Well at least we know where your loyalties don't lie.

:eyes:

BTW I have a real hairy ass. Thanks for asking.

[symbolman]

11. Yeah

and nothing to be ashamed of, hence the disabled Profile.

Always a good sign.

[William769]

13. A disabled profile is prudent among wackos on the internet.

The Admins know who I am & thats all that matters.

[Prisoner_Number_Six]

9. Welcome to the desert of the Real.

I've been feeling much the same way lately. WAY too much Political Correctness sneaking in the back door. WAY too many Thought Police.

[orleans]

10. sometimes it's the thought that counts--and sending flowers to larry

was a good one! randi rhodes gave out homework yesterday: go home and watch the people vs. larry flint.

randi: "oh wait, i'm supposed to be appropriately depressed"

and she spent her show telling the audience the history of that asshole, and discussing it. it was very good--did you catch it? (if not, check it out)
http://www.geocities.com/randirhodesarchives/

[Zywiec]

12. Did Falwell have Free Speech rights?

Not to flamebait anyone, but doesn't the first amendment apply to everyone? Even speech we consider hateful?