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Well, it's been a long time since we've updated. We apoligize for the long wait, but here we are with our triumphant return: What are your thoughts on the Natalie Halloway case. You know, the girl missing in Aruba. There seems to be a disagreement between two of the indians.
Seamus McFly: I believe that it's wrong for one single case to get so much attention when there are hundreds of other people out there missing right now. I also believe that the reason that she recieves so much attention is that she is a middle-class white gril who isn't that hard on the eyes. Case in point: Why did the Laci Peterson murder garner so much media attention while the serial killings in Louisiana barely made national news once or twice? Was it because there was a black victim? Or was it because the media is biased against southerners because of their conservative values? Who knows. Take your pick.
Orator Jones: Ok, this has nothing to do with race, or class, or where the girl is from. The reason that this case has gotten its fair amount of attention is because Natalie Halloway is an American missing in a foreign country, where local authorities aren't seeming to try their hardest to find her. It would be the same amount of attention if a poor black man was lost in Aruba. Take for instance Daniel Pearl, albeit he was a white male, his story still recieved much news coverage because he was an American lost on foreign soil.
The FLI would love to hear all of your opinions on the issue. | | |
| The Five Little Indians would like to wish all the Big Daddy Indians out there a happy Father's Day. | | |
| The following article appeared earlier today on Foxnews.com
FORT PAYNE, Ala.
A 14-year-old boy stole a Cessna and went on a late-night joy ride, taking off and landing twice before being arrested, police said.
The teen suffered minor cuts and bruises on the second landing because the plane came down hard, causing the landing gear to collapse and the propeller to dig into a road beside the airport, police said.
The teen allegedly took his mother's van from their home Wednesday night and drove to the airport in Fort Payne about five miles away. He said he then found the key in the unlocked plane, removed the Cessna's tie-downs, started the engine, and began driving around.
"The next thing he knew he was in the air," Police Chief David Walker said.
The teen, who police said had never before flown a plane, was in the air for nearly 30 minutes.
Police charged him with theft and took him to a juvenile lockup. The teen was not identified because of his age.
Authorities said the theft raised questions about security.
If a fourteen year old can steal a plane by himself, then what is there to stop an entire group of radicals from causing mass horror. This event has received very little publicity and that troubles the FLI. Who are these "authorities" and why are they not being held accountable for allowing such an outrageous breach of security. The fact that basically anyone tall enough to reach the pedals can now steal a plane from an Alabama runway, after what happened on September 11th, 2001, deeply horrifies the FLI. This boy was able to take off and land twice, with no previous training, and before being stopped. All it takes is one liftoff, ask Mohammad Atep, the leader of the 9/11 hijackers. We are constantly being told that our airports, along with everything else, are safer since 9/11. This incident proves that statement to be far from completely accurate. In the movie "The Siege" a group of terrorists cause panic in New York with a series of suicide bombings. Have you ever noticed how truly simple, with the right materials, it would be to create the same scenario in virtually any American city? Say I wanted to suicide bomb the Zachary McDonalds at lunchtime. What's to stop me? Nothing but my conscience. Now truly, the odds of that happening are very slim. But there is always room for a "what if". "The next thing he knew he was in the air," says Police Chief Walker, fortunately it wasn't the last he knew, and hopefully we can all learn from this to, as the Boy Scouts say, "be prepared."
- The Verbal Assassin | | |
| Hello, King Saul here. I will be speaking on behalf of the FLI tonight. This duty will rotate between members, and will give all of the FLI a chance to let their words be heard.
Sadly, it would appear that many find truth offensive. Truth appears to be too malodorous a substance to be allowed to spread. Case in point: Michael Jackson. An innocent, until proven guilty, man was brought before a legal court and was confirmed to be innocent. This same man was brought before the court of media ratings and fanfare and found guilty.
The FLI wishes this to be heard and understood:
morality does not determine legality.
The whims and wishes of the people of the United States do not constitute the law. Those who say Michael Jackson is a pervert, a freak, and a wierdo are legally allowed to do so. The First Amendment to the Constitution of the United States of America allows them to say that. However, it does not allow them to determine whether or not the government should terminate him as an odious vermin.
The FLI does not support or tolerate crimes against children. However, apparently to the chagrin of commentaters, we do not support or tolerate crimes against middle-aged controversial entertainers eithers. To claim MJ is guilty, in defiance of the legal system set in place to determine truth, is to claim independance from the rules and foundations of our society.
On one more note, the FLI is not dedicated to the cause of Michael Jackson, we merely wish to call to accounting the fact that the absolute truth in this case is being distorted to suit particular interests, in defiance of all this nation holds dear.
We stand dedicated to the whole truth, not the comfortable or palatable truth. | | |
| Taken from AIM chat earlier this evening, the names have been changed to protect privacy.
Orator Jones: Hi, I, Orator Jones have been given the distinct honor of welcoming you to the first ever FLI roundtable discussion. With me here tonight are the other four members of the FLI: The Verbal Assassin, Zachary Beaver, Seamus McFly, and King Saul.
All Except Jones: Hi
OJ: Now, Since this is our first ever discussion, let's go around the table introduce ourselves to the public. Let's Start with you, Seamus.
SM: OK, um... Well, I go by the name Seamus McFly. And I joined the FLI to help rid the world of hiprocracy.
KS: I'm King Saul, and I hate racism, and ignorance.
VA: I'm the Verbal Assassin and I would like everyone to know that I'm mean because I love you all.
OJ: LOL
ZB: Hi, I'm Zachary Beaver. I got a blister on my thumb.
OJ: And lastly, I am Orator Jones, Orator means speaker, and yeah... I forgot what I was going to say. Well, let's move on to our first of two topics tonight: There's been a lot of talk lately around Xanga about Michael Jackson. Give us your views on his trial and acquittal.
VA: I at first assumed that he was guilty but you know what they say about when you assume.
ZB: No, What do they say VA?
VA: Ha!
ZB: I thought it was real interesting how the entire jury was white. Could they maybe have given him more leeway than just a reasonable doubt to not be viewed as a racist jury?
SM: No, I don't think there was any conspiracy theory.
ZB: It's possible though.
SM: Well, I think there's more than a reasonable doubt about that theory.
KS: You know what really ticks me off about this? That so many people make posts like "Michael Jackson acquitted? What kind of world is this?" And I'm quoting Abigail Turnley on that one, but the point I'm trying to make here is this: He recieved a fair trial in the courtroom, which is more than we can say for the court of public opinion. He was already lynched in the public eye. Here in America, we have the presumption of innocence. Something that is overlooked far too often today. We have no right to question his guilt now that the trial is over. He is legally innocent of all charges. The fact that he was acquitted, to me, is a beautiful thing. It shows that still, no matter how many people bypass the presumption of innocence all over the place, anyone can get a fair trial in our legal system.
OJ: Interesting thoughts. Did race play any part in this at all?
VA: I don't think so. But it will always be questioned.
OJ: Alright, moving right along. The other topic for tonight. Any predictions for the NBA Finals?
VA: Spurs in 6
ZB: Spurs in 5
KS: Pistons in 7
SM: Spurs in 6
OJ: Alright, well that about wraps it up tonight. We're glad you decided to join us. Thanks to the rest of the FLI. Goodnight.
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