Operation Infinite FReep Support our Troops Rally 2-14-03 in Fresno, California

Fresno/Central Valley Chapter ^ | 02/14/03 | Jim Robinson

[Jim Robinson]

We had a great time FReeping under cloudy skies tonight in Fresno, CA! We had over 50 people rallying on our corner vs almost the same number of Hanoi Jane types on the other side of the street. We had about 16 of our regulars present plus about 35 people from a central valley Republican group. We also had 3 new Freepers join us from the Young Republican Federation of Kings County! Hoo-yah! Welcome to Free Republic!

Freepers and regulars present tonight:

• Jim, Sheila and Chris Robinson
• JustAmy and Leonard
• Mtngrl@vrwc
• Notpoliticallycorewrecked
• Saundra Duffy and Lager
• Stuart Weil
• FresnoArmyBrat
• Helena, Jonno and Sarah
• Dorothy
• Sarah

Plus 3 new FReepers who intend to register as IronMan, CreekBlood and BigDog assuming these names are available or something similar if not.

Tony Lee, a news caster from KMJ Radio, joined us for awhile. We also had a cameraman from KSEE TV videotaping the action and someone said a Fresno Bee reporter was there.

We were visited by a transvestite prostitute from the other side for awhile until the police came and chased him away. There were three police cruisers and a motorcycle cop on the scene. I was hoping they were gonna arrest the perp for soliciting for prostitution, but they only chased him away. Oh well. Maybe next time.

It was great FReeping with the three dozen or so local Republicans. Lots of enthusiasm, flags flying, colorful signs and banners. Thank you all very much for being there and for offering your support for our troops. The group took and held three corners of the intersection, leaving the pro-terrorists their regular position. I think we edged the darkside out in number and definitely had them surrounded. I'd say we undoubtedly put a damper on their anti-war protest!

As usual, our side received an overwhelming amount of horn honks (an almost solid din at times), waves, thumbs up and cheering from the passing motorists. The other side received very little in the way of crowd support. We also had two or three bullhorns present and we all enjoyed the chants, hoots and hollers.

We enjoyed the FReep very much. Thank you all for being there. We missed those of our regulars who could not be there tonight and hope to see you all next week.

[ST.LOUIE1]

St.Louie1 ...... We are looking for another Jim's Gem's.

LOL Hi, Sis...glad you reminded me. : )

Great pics,
and great fun had by all, eh?
Nice gathering, too.

[Indy Pendance]

May the force be with you bump!

[JustAmy]

I think your "Jim's Gems" was probably right on. Sheila kept talking about baby doll pj's last night. She said Jim was going to wear them for a change of pace. LOL

We had sooo much fun last night. It's not often that we get the news media and the police. After the Hooker was asked to leave (by the police), Jim said "I hope you got his picture, Amy". Well heck ..... I was trying to ignore him and let the motorist know he was not with us!!!

[WVNan]

Creekblood, we're glad that you have decided to become more active with Free Republic. Does your name indicate your ethnic heritage? If so, then we are blood cousins. My great-grandfather was full-blooded Creek. Thank you for standing up for conservative values. God bless you.

[Jen]

Outstanding job Fresno FReepers!! Thanks Amy for the ping and the pix.

WELCOME -- 1BigDog, Creekblood, and Iron Man (whatever variation of that screenname you are using)!! And THANK YOU for supporting our troops!

[Victoria Delsoul]

Thanks Amy, great report and the pics are just wonderful.

[Diver Dave]

OUTSTANDING!!!

FResno FReepers lead the way! Your quarterly marks are in - 4.0

[dansangel]

The group took and held three corners of the intersection, leaving the pro-terrorists their regular position. I think we edged the darkside out in number and definitely had them surrounded. I'd say we undoubtedly put a damper on their anti-war protest!

FResno FReepers ROCK!!!!

You guys are such a marvel to behold! A credit to the United States of America. May God Bless you abundantly for all of your efforts.

[CounterCounterCulture]

Thanks for the pics and Bee article.

[Creekblood]

Great to meet another Muscogee! I'm Creek (Muskogee), Cherokee, Scottish and Irish, with a little this and that mixed in over the years I'm sure! So basically I'm AMERICAN!!!

Thanks to everyone for being so kind and friendly at the rally and here at Free Republic.com!

[radu]

EXCELLENT!!!! Great turnout you had this weekend!! Love the group pics and so will my military pen pals overseas!!

Off to e-mail. Thank you for showing your support for those who defend our freedoms, past and present!!

[notpoliticallycorewrecked]

Hmmm, your tag line would make a great sign against the peaceniks.
I'll have to get out my crayons and work on that!

[ladyinred]

Wow! Great freep! So happy to see the Pubbies showed up! We were out of town, will be again this next Friday too. Hope to stay well enough and in town so we can be there the next week! I really have missed being there with all of you supporting the troops!

[ladyinred]

Never too many pictures as long as I am not in them Amy! :-) Sorry I have been missing so many great freeps, but hope to be back really soon!

[dansangel]

I'll have to get out my crayons and work on that!

Please do! And send me a pic when it's done - I'd love that! :-)

Did I ever tell you I love your screen name??? Excellent.

{{{{{{HUGS}}}}}}

[radu]

I've been to all the rally threads today and sent them to my friends overseas. I got one reply already for EVERYONE who's been out this weekend to show support for our military. From the USS Briscoe, my Senior Chief pen pal said:

"This is some really GREAT stuff. I'm still digesting it all. Please send more notes & postings when you get a chance.

Your e-mail came at a PERFECT time because all we've been seeing on the news is "Peace/Anti-War Rally" news. The media (at-large) made it seem everyone around the world this weekend was AGAINST us. Thanks for showing otherwise!"

[Saundra Duffy]

It was a great freep all right but where were all those dedicated Republicans on Saturday when we really needed them?!! For the record, Jim and his freepin' crew have been out there EVERY FRIDAY since 9/11 - EVERY FRIDAY - and the Republicans show up Friday - not that we don't appreciate it, mind you - but I didn't see ONE REPUBLICAN go over to Jim Robinson and thank him and the freepers for being there EVERY FRIDAY since 9/11. So I'm a little irritated. They don't know dedication. But it was great to have a crowd. For victory & freedom!!!

[JustAmy]

Hello, Lady!!!

We have really missed you and Chads on Friday nights. We are looking forward to you joining us again soon.

BTW ....... I found a picture from last summer that I did not post. I know how camera shy you are, but I've decided that it is time for it to be posted!!!