...and apparently still does for some...
Well, you’ve certainly just totally accomplished the author of the article’s intended effect.
We should all join hands and tacitly agree that the boot heel of government tyranny is far more desirable than the terrorism of state’s rights, lest we be branded racists and slavery supporters.
Congratulations.
But don’t fret...I’m sure they won’t use *any* of this to further malign the Tea Party people.
/s