The Boston Massacre was a street fight that happened on March 5, 1770, involving a patriot mob, who were throwing snowballs, stones, and sticks, at a squad of British soldiers. Several of the colonists were killed, which only served to increase the resentment for the Crown by the colonials, and build momentum for the upcoming Revolutionary War.
Yesterday, the citizens of Boston were, once again, attacked, in an attempt to squelch our American Freedom.
Shortly before 2:50 p.m. Eastern, as exhausted runners crossed the finish line at the annual American Sporting event known as the Boston Marathon, they were not greeted by the cheers of the jam-packed crowd. Instead, terror, once again, struck on American soil. Two Improvised Explosive devices detonated, spraying their explosive power, laden with ball bearings, and shrapnel through the assembled throng of spectators. Later, at the JFK Library, another device detonated. Two more devices, which did not detonate, were also found by authorities.
134 Americans were wounded. 3 were murdered, including a precocious 8 year old boy.
President Obama later announced that he would speak to the nation about this attack at 6:10 p.m. Eastern. And, in a rare moment for The Lightbringer, he actually showed up on time.
Did he come out with fire in his eyes? Not hardly.
To me, he looked a little bothered that he had to be there. Additionally, he looked as if he knew more about the situation than he wanted us to know. More of that, after you read what he said…
Good afternoon, everybody. Earlier today, I was briefed by my homeland security team on the events in Boston. We’re continuing to monitor and respond to the situation as it unfolds. And I’ve directed the full resources of the federal government to help state and local authorities protect our people, increase security around the United States as necessary, and investigate what happened.
The American people will say a prayer for Boston tonight. And Michelle and I send our deepest thoughts and prayers to the families of the victims in the wake of this senseless loss.
We don’t yet have all the answers. But we do know that multiple people have been wounded, some gravely, in explosions at the Boston Marathon.
I’ve spoken to FBI Director Mueller and Secretary of Homeland Security Napolitano, and they’re mobilizing the appropriate resources to investigate and to respond.
I’ve updated leaders of Congress in both parties, and we reaffirmed that on days like this there are no Republicans or Democrats — we are Americans, united in concern for our fellow citizens.
I’ve also spoken with Governor Patrick and Mayor Menino, and made it clear that they have every single federal resource necessary to care for the victims and counsel the families. And above all, I made clear to them that all Americans stand with the people of Boston.
Boston police, firefighters, and first responders as well as the National Guard responded heroically, and continue to do so as we speak. It’s a reminder that so many Americans serve and sacrifice on our behalf every single day, without regard to their own safety, in dangerous and difficult circumstances. And we salute all those who assisted in responding so quickly and professionally to this tragedy.
We still do not know who did this or why. And people shouldn’t jump to conclusions before we have all the facts. But make no mistake — we will get to the bottom of this. And we will find out who did this; we’ll find out why they did this. Any responsible individuals, any responsible groups will feel the full weight of justice.
Today is a holiday in Massachusetts — Patriots’ Day. It’s a day that celebrates the free and fiercely independent spirit that this great American city of Boston has reflected from the earliest days of our nation. And it’s a day that draws the world to Boston’s streets in a spirit of friendly competition. Boston is a tough and resilient town. So are its people. I’m supremely confident that Bostonians will pull together, take care of each other, and move forward as one proud city. And as they do, the American people will be with them every single step of the way.
You should anticipate that as we get more information, our teams will provide you briefings. We’re still in the investigation stage at this point. But I just want to reiterate we will find out who did this and we will hold them accountable.
Thank you very much.
Okay. Multiple IEDs, packed with ball bearings, which just happen to go off on Patriot Day. Hmmm. Now, who operates this way. I know. It’s those darned Southern Baptists again. Isn’t it?
Shortly after Obama spoke, the White House announced that they considered this new “Boston Massacre, an Act of Terrorism. No, really?
I mean, just because you have a “person of interest” under lock and key at a Boston hospital, who happens to be a Saudi National, like the murders of 9/11, doesn’t mean anything, does it? It could all be a coinky-dink.
Yeah, right. And, it doesn’t take Michelle two trips to haul you-know-what.
Let’s face it, Americans: The president of our country is a self-serving wuss.
It pained him, through his spokespeople, to admit, after he finished his speech, when the cameras were off, that this was an act of terror, which could involve an adherent to the “religion of peace”.
He would sooner blame it on a Southern Baptist from Mississippi, than on a Muslim Terrorist.
It is a sad fact, which has already been proven true.
Otherwise, why would he call the mass murder committed by Muslim Terrorist Major Nadal Hassan “workplace violence?
Gimme a break.
Obama is like Jimmy Carter and Neville Chamberlain, all wrapped up in one self-absorbed, mom-jeans-wearing dhimmi package.
And, our enemies could not be happier.
May God hold the injured, the first responders, the families, and all those affected in the hollow of His hand.
God protect us.
Until He Comes,
KJ
Barry and his ilk are waiting for any opportunity for the US citizens to become a Nanny State, so they can say, “We’re from the government and we’re here to help.”
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The obamanation is a classless, soulless piece of porcine excrement…
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OT, but I think this guy can beat Lindsey Graham in the primary next year. Maybe we can finally get that RINO out of there. He almost won the nomination for the 3rd Congressional District in 2010. I live in that district and I was impressed with the strength of his campaign.
http://www.wspa.com/story/21992715/republican-cash-to-run-against-graham-in-2014
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Looks like someone read the manual:
http://www.cnn.com/2010/WORLD/meast/10/12/mideast.jihadi.magazine/index.html
Why on earth does he include this statement “we’ll find out why they did this”? Sort of a rhetorical question.
God Bless ’em all
Words fail…just pray
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Nothing is more important to progressives than the “why” of these inhumane attacks, because progressives think in a very similar way to these extremists and can always justify a “why”…just ask Ayers, Dorn and Obama.
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