Pentagon announces September 11 concert

[gldstwmn]

http://www.theage.com.au/news/world/...353364623.html

The Pentagon would hold a massive march and country music concert to mark the fourth anniversary of the September 11 terrorist attacks, US Defence Secretary Donald Rumsfeld said in an announcement tucked into an Iraq war briefing today.

"This year the Department of Defence will initiate an America Supports Your Freedom Walk," Rumsfeld said, adding that the march would remind people of "the sacrifices of this generation and of each previous generation".

The march will start at the Pentagon, where nearly 200 people died on September 11, 2001, and end at the National Mall with a show by country star Clint Black.

Word of the event startled some observers.

"I've never heard of such a thing," said John Pike, who has been a defence analyst in Washington for 25 years and runs GlobalSecurity.org.

The news also reignited debate and anger over linking September 11 with the war in Iraq.

"That piece of it is disturbing since we all know now there was no connection," said Paul Rieckhoff, an Iraq veteran who heads Operation Truth, an anti-administration military booster.

Rieckhoff suggested the event was an ill-conceived publicity stunt.

"I think it's clear that their public opinion polls are in the toilet," he said.

Rumsfeld's march had some relatives of September 11 victims fuming.

"How about telling Mr Rumsfeld to leave the memories of September 11 victims to the families?" said Monica Gabrielle, who lost her husband in the attacks.

Administration supporters insisted Rumsfeld was right to link Iraq and September 11, and hold the rally.

"We are at war," said Representative Pete King, (Republican, New York).

"It's essential that we support our troops."

He also said attacking Iraq was necessary after September 11.

"You do not defeat al-Qaeda until you stabilise the Middle East, and that's not possible as long as Saddam Hussein is in power."

[ShangriLaTroubl]

The even more ridiculous part is it is a country music concert---hey maybe the Dixie Chicks could play?

Chris

[strandinthewind]

Originally Posted by ShangriLaTroubl

The even more ridiculous part is it is a country music concert---hey maybe the Dixie Chicks could play?

Chris

I can't think of one pop act that supports this admin. other than BS (Brittany Spears) and she aint going nowhere. Thus, that leaves them with country and gospel.

Personally, I think Springsteen should play and give them a mouthful

Having said that, I do not in general oppose a 9/11 memorial concert

[estranged4life]

Originally Posted by strandinthewind

Personally, I think Springsteen should play and give them a mouthful

the same Bruce on a bootleg I have, Who states the following from the stage:

"There's not any Republicans here tonight, are there? If so you may want to leave...Nah, I'm just kidding as long as you keep quiet then we can have a concert."

Also did anyone watch South Park last night??? Last night's episode seemed somewhat prophetical, since the war on terror had the city split down the middle...The pro-war folkz wanted a country concert whereas the anti-war folkz wanted a rock concert.

[wondergirl9847]

Stan's dad dressed like Elvis...hilarious! "I'm a little bit country, I'm a little bit rock and roll..." BWAH!

Are they just doing this to remember 9-11 (how the frick can we forget?) or are they raising money or something?

[golddustdragon]

Nope, they want us to remember. And intimidate half the country and the rest of the world.

[gldstwmn]

Originally Posted by wondergirl9847

Stan's dad dressed like Elvis...hilarious! "I'm a little bit country, I'm a little bit rock and roll..." BWAH!

Are they just doing this to remember 9-11 (how the frick can we forget?) or are they raising money or something?

Nope it's not a fundraiser and it's not a memorial. These bastards are throwing a party.

[gldstwmn]

Originally Posted by golddustdragon

Nope, they want us to remember. And intimidate half the country and the rest of the world.

I think they're doing it to drum up the patriotism to support their invasion of Iran.

[madformac]

Originally Posted by gldstwmn

I think they're doing it to drum up the patriotism to support their invasion of Iran.

Something stinks...... When do you have a "4th Anniversary Concert"???

a 1st, or 5th, or 10th, 20th, 25th etc.... But not a 4th.... They are up to something again.. Trying to drum up US Patriotism before another idealistic crusade into the middle east no doubt.... That's if Bush has time between vacations to plan such a thing.

I'll apologise if I'm wrong but Bush and his cronies are far too predictable.. The worst thing is they keep getting away with it... So sad...

[golddustdragon]

Oh right, how the hell could I forget? Iran. Could be Syria too but most likely Iran. So who are the folks who will be marching on the 4th anniversary? Will there be goose stepping involved?

[wondergirl9847]

Originally Posted by madformac

When do you have a "4th Anniversary Concert"???

When you.....are a moron?

[strandinthewind]

Originally Posted by wondergirl9847

When you.....are a moron?

or desperately trying to get your approval rating up by beating the same horse you have been beating with great success for the last four years

[dissention]

Originally Posted by strandinthewind

I can't think of one pop act that supports this admin. other than BS (Brittany Spears) and she aint going nowhere. Thus, that leaves them with country and gospel.

Don't forget Chaka.

[strandinthewind]

Originally Posted by dissention

Don't forget Chaka.

They cannot build the extra support for the stage in time

But, if they can, they merely mentioned it was an open bar and she shrieked "I"LL BE THERE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!"

nasty I know - but I could not resist

[sara1998]

Originally Posted by gldstwmn

I think they're doing it to drum up the patriotism to support their invasion of Iran.

SNAP! That's scary, but a pretty accurate observation.