Guardian Angels in Indianapolis

[SirRealism]

I have done nothing but use tact. Even though many people have used personal attacks in other forums, I am just here to give my objective opinions on certain matters.

Back to the point, yeah I can see where people would just be attracted to these self-appointed vigilantes. Many may just choose to try and take them out, maybe for some kind of gang initiation? I pray for those members of the Guardian Angels.

According to the dictionary, "objective" is defined as "not dependent on the mind for existence".

 

[Que]

Maybe it is because I don't know much about them but I don't see the difference between this & any other sort of "neighborhood watch" program.

I have no problem with this group, but for the most part, they are not patrolling their own neighborhoods. They go into other neighborhoods where their 'assistance' is needed. Also, a neighborhood watch doesn't patrol in large groups, drawing attention with their red bennies. Lastly, a neighborhood watch that does perform patrols does not disarm their volunteers.

 

[PatriotPride]

I will continue to trust in MY OWN ability to protect myself. Not the police, and CERTAINLY NOT the Guardian Angels.

 

[cartmanfan15]

I would agree. Nothing against them personally, just feel they are not necessary in a state like Indiana where gun laws are more lax than other states.

 

[BloodEclipse]

I would agree. Nothing against them personally, just feel they are not necessary in a state like Indiana where gun laws are more lax than other states.

You just can't help yourself can you?

Lax
ADJECTIVE

1.
not strict: not strict or careful enough

2.
not tense: not tight or tense

I would have said that they are not necessary in a state like Indiana, where gun laws restrict Constitutional freedoms less than other states.

 

[cartmanfan15]

Sorry, decided to use a better conversation starter. I am not as hostile as many others seem to be. Saying that gun laws restrict Constitutional freedoms less than other states is saying the same thing, just in a more combative manner.

 

[Bushido Devil Dog]

I have no problem with this group, but for the most part, they are not patrolling their own neighborhoods. They go into other neighborhoods where their 'assistance' is needed. Also, a neighborhood watch doesn't patrol in large groups, drawing attention with their red bennies. Lastly, a neighborhood watch that does perform patrols does not disarm their volunteers.

This.

Their intentions are good, and it is admirable that they are willing to step up , not aside , but I just don't get a warm and fuzzy feeling when looking at the folks they seem to attract, and seeing them with their little gangsta-like nicknames, as well as the they way they dress (pimpin' da' bling-bling on dey' berets an snizzits) and carry themselves. When I was a kid and they started getting press, I thought they was cools! Now, with life experience, maturity, and dare I say age under my belt, I just think they are mostly tools. A good concept, but very poorly executed, IMHO.

An active neighborhood watch (they have those here in Japan as well) can accomplish the same thing that the GA's can (and probably *more* because of home turf advantage/knowing the neighbors/hood, etc.), and do it without the need to play gansta' wannabe dress up.
Besides, wearing a beret is just, well...you know.. ....






(Sorry Army...I don't make the facts, I just merely repeat them when necessary. )

 

[SilentWarrior1]

Besides, wearing a beret you didn't earn ....

FTFY