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"Operation Gridlock" protest underway at State Capitol

trixare4kids said:
No, they're not.

Isn't it interesting that those who insist the president is an authoritarian fascist go right along with the governor of MI.'s extremism?
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trixare4kids said:
I fully understand what you're saying...

You refuse to expound on how these peaceful protesters are interfering with other peoples' rights.
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"Operation gridlock" says it all.

Purposely blocking traffic is illegal, and not a peaceful protest...
 
GDViking said:
I hope that piece of **** draft dodging, pen hunting, poaching, pedophile arrogant ass nudgent is there and catches the virus...
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He's old enough to die from it too.

One can hope.
 
GDViking said:
"Operation gridlock" says it all.

Purposely blocking traffic is illegal, and not a peaceful protest...
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That woman in Michigan isn't doing **** about it.
 
calamity said:
Uh, I've probably bought more **** from Amazon in the past two weeks than I have in 3 years. Those workers are definitely essential.

That reminds me. I need a new pair of jeans.
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I understand that people who buy things from sweatshops in 3rd world countries with horrible records of human rights abuse feel the same way. "I got mine" attitude. Not at all uncommon, unfortunately.
 
trixare4kids said:
She said, 'They can't even buy dirt and seeds to grow food and that shouldn't be what America is about.
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She's right. There's absolutely no reason this can't be done safely. The governor's blanket order is nonsensical and because of that you have people protesting rather than working together on a sensible plan.

Just last week I purchased a couple of cubic yards of soil and 10 cubic yards of mulch. Never had to leave the house except to put an envelope on the driveway with a rock on top. The driver called when he got to my house to say 'hello' and to confirm where on the driveway I wanted things to go.

Took a week to get it because they are getting slammed with orders - that's a good thing.
 
GDViking said:
"Operation gridlock" says it all.

Purposely blocking traffic is illegal, and not a peaceful protest...
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Must be why the governor of MI. said they have a legal right to protest.

You really are wrong a lot.
 
trixare4kids said:
Why? What's unreasonable about their protests?

Go ahead...I'll wait.
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First of all willfully congregating in a crowd not even minimally practicing social distancing at this time is just plain stupid and is a disgusting open display of their callous disregard for the well being of their fellow human beings not to mention that of their own family members. This has been hard on everybody. Especially for those with less means at their disposal than I'm sure that most of those in that crowd have. My own state is shut down as well. But I am continuing to work because my job is considered to be"essential to the infrastructure of the United States". The people who are out of work might say that I'm lucky to be still working. But then again there are times I'm not so sure. I do take my job seriously and glad to have it, even though I'm not really being payed very much to do it. But the risk is always in the back of my mind. I do the best I can mitigate it and the people for whom I work are trying to do so as well. But it's still there. I'm older now, and so is my wife, and she has asthma. So I'm more concerned about what could happen to her more so than myself if I should become infected. Our 'normal' routine now for whenever I return home from work is for her to meet me just inside the front door donning gloves and a mask with disinfectant wipes and plastic bags. She wipes down whatever items I'm carrying in and then I take out all all the items in my pockets. Phone, keys, change, wallet, and she wipes those off. I then disrobe and place all my clothing and shoes into plastic bags and then I head directly to the shower. It's tedious and not easy. But for now it's necessary. What we're doing is working. But now is not the time to take the foot off the pedal.
 
Metric Mouse said:
I understand that people who buy things from sweatshops in 3rd world countries with horrible records of human rights abuse feel the same way. "I got mine" attitude. Not at all uncommon, unfortunately.
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It is what is it. You are free to venture out and shop wherever you choose. I prefer doing it from my laptop whenever possible these days. I spend enough time in public earning a living and buying perishables.

...which reminds me, I need to order more dental treats for my dogs. I hope Amazon carries those.
 
Atomic Kid said:
First of all willfully congregating in a crowd not even minimally practicing social distancing at this time is just plain stupid and is a disgusting open display of their callous disregard for the well being of their fellow human beings not to mention that of their own family members. This has been hard on everybody. Especially for those with less means at their disposal than I'm sure that most of those in that crowd have. My own state is shut down as well. But I am continuing to work because my job is considered to be"essential to the infrastructure of the United States". The people who are out of work might say that I'm lucky to be still working. But then again there are times I'm not so sure. I do take my job seriously and glad to have it, even though I'm not really being payed very much to do it. But the risk is always in the back of my mind. I do the best I can mitigate it and the people for whom I work are trying to do so as well. But it's still there. I'm older now, and so is my wife, and she has asthma. So I'm more concerned about what could happen to her more so than myself if I should become infected. Our 'normal' routine now for whenever I return home from work is for her to meet me just inside the front door donning gloves and a mask with disinfectant wipes and plastic bags. She wipes down whatever items I'm carrying in and then I take out all all the items in my pockets. Phone, keys, change, wallet, and she wipes those off. I then disrobe and place all my clothing and shoes into plastic bags and then I head directly to the shower. It's tedious and not easy. But for now it's necessary. What we're doing is working. But now is not the time to take the foot off the pedal.
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I agree that they should social distance and/or stay in their cars while protesting. The governor said the protest is legal.
 
Middle_Ground said:
I'm confused, why can't they buy dirt, seeds and clothes?
I was able to get all that plus delivered to me.
Sounds like a bunch of people that just want to complain for the sake of complaining.
I guess they have nothing to do.
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Not to mention that most stores have a drop off/pick up system that you can call or order something online and then they'll bring it out to your car when you arrive so you don't have to shop around the store. Just as you can get a curbside takeaway at a restaurant.
 
roughdraft274 said:
Not to mention that most stores have a drop off/pick up system that you can call or order something online and then they'll bring it out to your car when you arrive so you don't have to shop around the store. Just as you can get a curbside takeaway at a restaurant.
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RTT
Stores are not allowed to sell anything but groceries or medicine per the MI. governor's order.
 
calamity said:
It is what is it. You are free to venture out and shop wherever you choose. I prefer doing it from my laptop whenever possible these days. I spend enough time in public earning a living and buying perishables.

...which reminds me, I need to order more dental treats for my dogs. I hope Amazon carries those.
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I understand. Supporting people in one's community, and abroad, can be less convenient than holing up inside and ignoring the problems others face due to your actions. I'm glad people like you are in the minority.
 
Metric Mouse said:
This seems to be the Govs. position: It is ok if some low income Amazon worker to get Covid while filling orders, but people in Michigan are too dumb to figure out ways to work safely, and that Amazon's profits are more important than the local economy.
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I haven't shopped on Amazon since this thing started, I have shopped at local stores. Ace hardware and small businesses, allowing delivery or pick up. Support your local businesses.
 
Middle_Ground said:
I haven't shopped on Amazon since this thing started, I have shopped at local stores. Ace hardware and small businesses, allowing delivery or pick up. Support your local businesses.
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Michigan can't. That's the point.
 
apdst said:
She's the problem in Michigan, so yeah.
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lol...Trump is the problem in Michigan. His no-travel ban didn't include people returning from Europe and China, many of which migrated through Detroit's airport, spreading the virus throughout the three-county metro area. But, you won't want to hear that, even though thems da facts
 
Metric Mouse said:
I understand. Supporting people in one's community, and abroad, can be less convenient than holing up inside and ignoring the problems others face due to your actions. I'm glad people like you are in the minority.
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Actually, judging by Amazon's revenue stream, I am in the majority. Whiners notwithstanding, of course. I am just honest about it.
 
trixare4kids said:
I agree that they should social distance and/or stay in their cars while protesting. The governor said the protest is legal.
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Just goes to show you that she understands that her authority isn't total.
 
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