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Apparently a delegate was ejected for throwing peanuts at a black camerawoman, saying, "This is how we feed the animals."
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That was so disgusting.. I did not watch it but read it on the huff po link
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(huffpo story posted for those- like me- that don't normally click on links or videos )
Republican Attendee Allegedly Threw Nuts At Black CNN Camerawoman, Called Her An 'Animal'
An attendee at the Republican National Convention was allegedly thrown out of the convention center in Tampa on Tuesday after throwing nuts at a black CNN camerawoman and saying, "this is how we feed the animals."
Former MSNBC and Current host David Shuster, who is attending the convention, tweeted about the incident earlier on Tuesday:
David Shuster @DavidShuster
David Shuster
GOP attendee ejected for throwing nuts at African American CNN camera woman + saying "This is how we feed animals." @TakeActionNews #TAN
August 29, 2012 12:35 am via Twitter for iPhone Reply Retweet Favorite
Talking Points Memo then reached out to CNN, which confirmed that an incident had taken place in a statement it later sent to The Huffington Post.
"CNN can confirm there was an incident directed at an employee inside the Tampa Bay Times Forum earlier this afternoon," the statement read. "CNN worked with convention officials to address this matter and will have no further comment."
There was no immediate mention of the attack on CNN's air.
The incident would be ugly anywhere, but it is especially troubling for a party whose nominee attracted 0 percent of the black vote in a recent NBC poll.Comment
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figured u needed some work to do
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not surprised. I actually expect this kinda stuff from them.Comment
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I wonder if a democratic supporter actually was the person throwing the peanuts knowing full well his actions would get mentioned in the news and cast a racist shadow on the convention.
Things are not always as they appear.Comment
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speaking of huffpo, now trump inna cass cass with arianahuff. that man is a peeca work.
cuss the woman on twitter how her husband leff her fi a next man, and that the husband made a good decision.
every time mi think him can't get any lower him prove mi wrong.Comment
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Not a chance!!Comment
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and cause dem couldn't get close enuff fi flilng 2 peanut after this eediat dem fling it after the camera person
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: KF_Milo</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I wonder if a democratic supporter actually was the person throwing the peanuts knowing full well his actions would get mentioned in the news and cast a racist shadow on the convention.
Things are not always as they appear. </div></div>
That's an excellent post. It would not surprise me one bit. Both parties are without shame and will stoop to any level to gain advantage. Why would anyone want to be associated with either one?Comment
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: KF_Milo</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I wonder if a democratic supporter actually was the person throwing the peanuts knowing full well his actions would get mentioned in the news and cast a racist shadow on the convention.
Things are not always as they appear. </div></div>Not just anyone can go to the convention. Attendees are republican delegates who cast their votes for the candidate.
ETA: CNN and the RNC refusing to discuss the incident beyond the "canned statements". They should name the persons so the media can investigate to find out if operatives from the DNC are behind it.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Quote:</div><div class="ubbcode-body"> Two people were removed from the Republican National Convention Tuesday after they threw nuts at an African-American CNN camera operator and said, “This is how we feed animals.”
Multiple witnesses observed the exchange and RNC security and police immediately removed the two people from the Tampa Bay Times Forum.
The convention released a statement saying, “Two attendees tonight exhibited deplorable behavior. Their conduct was inexcusable and unacceptable. This kind of behavior will not be tolerated."
CNN also acknowledged the incident, saying, "CNN can confirm there was an incident directed at an employee inside the Tampa Bay Times Forum earlier this afternoon. CNN worked with convention officials to address this matter and will have no further comment.”
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: KF_Milo</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I wonder if a democratic supporter actually was the person throwing the peanuts knowing full well his actions would get mentioned in the news and cast a racist shadow on the convention.
Things are not always as they appear. </div></div> There are two ways a private individual can attend the convention:
1) as a delegate or
2) as a volunteer
So yeah, a Dem signed up to attend the RNC and throw peanuts at the CNN camera operator.
<span style="font-size: 11pt"><span style="font-family: 'Arial Black'">Can I attend the convention?</span></span>
While tickets will not be available for purchase and quantities are limited, there are several ways an individual can attend convention activities.
<span style="font-weight: bold">To attend the convention in an official capacity, individuals should explore the process of becoming a delegate or alternate delegate</span> from their state of residence.
<span style="font-weight: bold">It is also possible to assist with convention activities as an official volunteer. </span>The Tampa Bay Host Committee is currently recruiting some 7,500 volunteers who will perform key duties during convention week. For information about becoming a volunteer, visit the Tampa Bay Host Committee website at http://2012tampa.com/get-involved/. Please note that Tampa Bay Host Committee volunteers will not be assigned to work in the Tampa Bay Times Forum or the Tampa Convention Center.
<span style="font-weight: bold">Those not able to attend in person can access the convention online at www.gopconvention2012.com.</span> The convention website promises to be the next best thing to a seat inside the Tampa Bay Times Forum. We will strive to create a virtual “convention without walls,” which will provide an intimate look at convention proceedings and activities during the week of August 27th.
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NJ Governor Christie's keynote speech
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a democrat went to great lengths to make the republicans look bad when the republicans can do that on their own?
just like how they make a ruckus when the republican rep from Puerto Rico was about to make her speech. They were chanting 'Kick them out' and 'USA' and yes they had to be told to be quiet
<iframe width="560" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/vr5kMguEqi8" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>If you don't fight for what you deserve, you deserve what you get.
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Kia</div><div class="ubbcode-body">a democrat went to great lengths to make the republicans look bad when the republicans can do that on their own? </div></div>The RNC would not withhold the names if the culprits were infiltrators..Comment
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