I had the privilege of being at this rally yesterday with a smallish group of patriots at Gravelly Park in Arlington VA. The idea behind the event was to show up armed at Gravelly Point National Park in Arlington and demand the restoration of the Constitution.
My impressions which I wrote up on another board:
I spoke with all manner of reporters and media, not only interviewing but just generally being friendly and figuring out what impression they got of the event. While I doubt many agreed with us I think few walked away believing we were racists or purely anti-government. I remarked to one Liberal documentary film maker from New York, "You know, you'd be surprised how many of these boys listen to NPR." She replied that one reason they came down is because a lot of people are throwing around accusations about this movement and the Tea Parties but few are bothering to come out and ask questions. We were able to talk for a little bit but I left her with the thought that yes, we were mostly white and southern but we believed in Liberty for everyone.
I tried to clarify for every journalist that we were concerned about the actions of both parties and not just the current administration. I also made extremely clear that we were NOT celebrating the OKC bombing--I believe everyone except Huffpo got the message on that.
Also I thanked every reported for taking the time to come down, ask questions and see what's actually going on.
All in all, good event. Hopefully bigger and better next year.
I was interviewed by one cute chick who was kind enough to quote me in an online article for her magazine. Maybe you've heard of it, some outfit called "TIME."
http://www.time.com/time/nation/article/0,8599,1983214,00.htmlUp the Republic!