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Some updates on the tragic killing of a Dem campaign manager’s cat in Arkansas:
First, as many have inquired, the Russellville police have opened up an investigation. As far as assigning guilt or speculating who may have done it, even jokingly, let’s just let the police do their jobs on that point.
Secondly, there are some conservative trolls out therewho are suggesting in various threads that this is a hoax or even that Jake Burris (my friend) killed his own child’s cat. First, to those on the tubes suggesting this is a hoax, allow me to direct you to the pic of dead cat with the word ‘LIBERAL’ written on it. And let me assure you, I had the task of going through a series of gruesome pics to decide which was the least graphic. Not something I want to ever have to do again. Beyond that, I’ve talked to Jake several times over the last couple of days, and he’s watching his kids like a hawk and fearing for their safety. To suggest he would do something like this as a publicity stunt is lower than low.
Today the Humane Society announced they were offering an award for any information that could be provided on the case. Up to $2500 for information that leads to the identification, arrest, and conviction of the person or persons responsible.
Ken Aden, the congressional candidate Jake works for, was on CNN briefly this morning, talking about the situation. He’s handling this like a statesman, quickly stating that he does not believe his opponent or his campaign have anything to do with this and stressing that this does not represent his district.
At Blue Arkansas, we’re attempting to get a moneybomb off the ground for Ken’s campaign to show that this kind of intimidation and violence won’t work anywhere in America. Our efforts aren’t connected to the campaign-to this point I haven’t spoken to Ken or anyone else on his staff about this and they may not even be aware we’re doing it yet. This isn’t about politics as usual-it’s about taking a stand and showing we’re not putting up with this crap anymore. So please, contribute to Aden for Congress and send that message loud and clear.
That said, a couple of notes to the media outlits that have been contacting me the last day or two. First, yes, please feel free to distribute the pic of the dead cat I posted on the blog. It’s there for a reason-so no one can say that this is a hoax. Secondly, I was informed by someone on the Aden campaign team that the cat’s name was Gato.
So that said, give ‘em one for Gato.
To the people who suggest this is a publicity stunt or a self centered promotional scheme:
You should be ashamed of yourself and your comments. Until there is one single shred of evidence that this is not what it appears to be, shut your mouths. I will be happy to eat my words if such evidence appears. Until then, be quiet. Your words are insult to injury, and not beneficial in any way. Come back when you have a more helpful word.
Has it occurred to anyone that this thinning out of the cat population could in fact have been committed by a Liberal? The Jews are notorious for committing heinous acts of terrorism disguised as the enemy..The King David Hotel massacre (tried to blame the Arabs) and the attack on the USS Liberty (wanted to make it look like the Egyptians attacked) are just two murderous examples. I mean anyone can walk up to a cat, bash it’s head in and write Liberal on it. It doesn’t necessarily mean that the act was committed by a Republican or Conservative. I think that they can stand on the merits of their political doctrine without having to resort to violence. You brought up Cathy Giffords, who was attacked by a liberal Jew, but you would never know if listening to the mainstream media…oh well, I guess my opinion will not stop the hysterical responses by the mentally retarded Liberals. Calm down and let an investigation conducted by experts determine who did it, not some tree hugging morons.
There is absolutely no reason on this planet for a human being to take the life of an innocent, be it any species. In fact, by proposing a negative message, they have only incurred the expense of being a useless,worthless being themselves. And the message then becomes worthless. I would love to see whomever was involved in this, have their own head bashed in. An eye for an eye. And the kids? Cripes, what an awful and sad preview of life is this? It’s disgusting. And if Ian does go ahead with a investigation, I’ll send him a check!
Cathy Giffords?
[cue the game show buzzer]
At the end of our unenlightening round, the score for accuracy and tman is tied at zero.