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2006-08-10 Home Front: WoT

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Posted by Steve 2006-08-10 08:18|| || Front Page|| [3 views since 2007-05-07] Top

#1 I wonder how long it will take for the New York Times to step up with an article that will aid the terrorists in their future efforts.

Posted by Glolunter Thack1099 2006-08-10 09:19|| 2006-08-10 09:19|| Front Page Top

#2 Damn them all anyhow. I collected airline liquor bottles. So much for bringing those on my carry-on to prevent breakage.

Posted by IG-88 2006-08-10 10:09|| 2006-08-10 10:09|| Front Page Top

#3 Carry-ons are no longer permitted on domestic or overseas flights, but small children weighing less that 35lbs are now permitted in the overheads. Thank you for flying Delta Airlines.

Posted by Delta Airlines 2006-08-10 11:05|| 2006-08-10 11:05|| Front Page Top

#4 Romney said the Guard would begin arriving at the airport immediately to help with patrols, and then, after training, to help with surveillance and checkpoint assignments -- particularly secondary screenings at departure gates to ensure passengers did not buy any liquids such as coffee or shampoo after a checkpoint and then attempt to bring them on aircraft.

Looks like Starbucks will be out of business at Logan...what a bunch of Maroons! "Intellegent official" indeed.

Posted by Inspector Clueso 2006-08-10 12:08|| 2006-08-10 12:08|| Front Page Top

#5 Romney's trying to look "presidential".

Posted by tu3031 2006-08-10 12:11|| 2006-08-10 12:11|| Front Page Top

#6 You know, the days of trans-Atlantic steamers aren't looking so bad now.

Posted by Dar">Dar 2006-08-10 16:22|| 2006-08-10 16:22|| Front Page Top

#7 F*cking morons. The terrorists succeed when ignorant beaurocrats restrict our liberties further and further.

Posted by mcsegeek1 2006-08-10 16:46|| 2006-08-10 16:46|| Front Page Top

#8 Time to take another peek at Frank Js excellent interpretation of the warning system.

Everyone has heard of the Homeland Security Advisory System by now and its rainbow of colors, but most are confused of exactly what it means to them about how they should act and live when it is at its different levels of alert. That's why I've decided to create this guide make things clearer to the people.

First, here is what the alert levels mean in general:
*Green (Low): All evil had been destroyed. The world is now a peaceful utopia.
*Blue (Guarded): There's still the occasional pickpocket, so show a little caution.
*Yellow (Elevated): Terror lurks in the shadows; be wary.
*Orange (High): The terrorists are out there and they are coming for YOU!
*Red (Severe): The world is exploding around you. The only law is your own gun.

To be more specific, here is how you should you act in different situations based on the alert levels.

How should I store my firearms?
*Green: Throw them in the fire. There is no more need for weapons.
*Blue: Wrap them in some rags and store them in the attic somewhere in case you need them one day.
*Yellow: Keep both your guns and ammo readily accessible.
*Orange: Load your gun and carry it on you at all times, even around the house.
*Red: The gun should be in your hand, pointed in front of you with your finger resting on the trigger.

I see a stranger outside.
*Green: Maybe he could give your kids a ride to school.
*Blue: He might be lost; ask him what he's doing here.
*Yellow: Stay in your house and avoid him. Strangers bad.
*Orange: Run outside and pistol-whip him while questioning his involvement with terrorism.
*Red: Kill him; no questions asked.

I hear a noise at night.
*Green: That's just the house settling; go back to sleep.
*Blue: Probably nothing, but you better check it out.
*Yellow: Grab your gun and call 911.
*Orange: No time for police; run through your house shooting anything that moves.
*Red: Initiate the house's auto-destruct sequence; leap out window.

You see a hippy.
*Green: Punch him.
*Blue: Kick him.
*Yellow: Punch him then kick him.
*Orange: Punch him then kick him and then stomp on him.
*Red: Strangle him.

You receive a strange envelope in the mail with no return address.
*Green: Rip it open; who knows what fun lies inside!
*Blue: Open it carefully just in case.
*Yellow: Don't touch it and call the police.
*Orange: Can't wait for the authorities; toss it out the window and then unload a gun into it.
*Red: For the love of God, immediately flee from the envelope. Hunt down and kill the mailman.

You see some movement in a nearby tree.
*Green: It's probably a squirrel. Hello squirrel.
*Blue: Better check out what it is to be on the safe side.
*Yellow: Might be the escaped monkey from the zoo. Better contact the authorities.
*Orange: It's a ninja! Fire indiscriminately into the treetops.
*Red: Set fire to the tree and all trees around it. No safe haven for ninjas!

You see a strange van parked nearby.
*Green: It must be an ice cream truck. Let's get ice cream.
*Blue: Check to make sure it's legally parked.
*Yellow: Better call the FBI to check this one out.
*Orange: Politely knock on the van door. Kill everyone inside.
*Red: Shoot the van with a rocket propelled grenade. Kill anyone who protests; they're terrorists too.

You realize the person you are talking to is a Communist.
*Green: Kill him.
*Blue: Kill him.
*Yellow: Kill him.
*Orange: Kill him.
*Red: Kill him and burn his body.

You see a stray dog.
*Green: Go pet the cute little puppy.
*Blue: Better check if he has a dog tag so you can get him back to his owner.
*Yellow: Call animal control.
*Orange: It's some sort of terrorist trick. Shoot the dog with a sniper rifle.
*Red: Destroy the dog with a thermite charge and then kill all witnesses.

I hope that cleared things up on the alert levels. Remember, terrorism can only be stopped by your vigilance and your actions.

This Frank J could likely do purty good in-lines.

Posted by 6 2006-08-10 16:47|| 2006-08-10 16:47|| Front Page Top

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