So tonight my brother and I were at our first Devils gave for the year (lets go ISLANDERS!!! even tho they lost). So anyway this nice young lady gets up to sing the National Anthem. Next thing I know these two guys behind me are yapping away while this lady is singing. It took every ounce of energy in my body to not turn around and say something.

 

This stuff just pisses me off so much. Its a shame that the people in this day and age can't take a minute out of their day to respect the flag, a song that has endless meaning, and to honor the men and women both present and past that have fought for their right to be a pompous ass.

 

grrrrr ending rant

Welcome to Obamica - No standards, no respect, no code to live by. It's F@#$ING disgraceful.

Not everyone really understands what the national anthem means. I bet if they were in Canada during a hockey game they would've kept their mouths shut during their national anthem.

I feel that you had every right to be aggrivated. I agree 110% that people take for granted what our country stands for and take two mins out of their lives to shut the hell up and respect that.

 

Good rant bud! :clap:

 

On a side note:

As long as you know in your heart that you are patriotic and believe in this country and what freedom is all about then I dont think you need to display it everywhere. For instance, after 9-11 everyone decided to become patriotic with flags all over the place, stickers on their cars, flags hanging out of the windows and the like. Where were these people before 9-11?? Were they not patriotic before? And the saddest part is, all these flags that are supposedly so sacred to these people, after a while got torn, fell off, faded or whatever and they were left on the side of the roads, or just tossed in the garbage can. Absolutely disgraceful. I dont think patriotism or our countries freedom should be some bandwagon that everyone jumps on, either you are an American all the time (not just after terrorist attacks) or you are not.

Welcome to Obamica

 

Do you seriously think this is something that has only started since Obama came into office? Get real. It's been the norm for years. I've been a Giant's season ticket holder through the days my father had them. In the 60's and 70's, the fans were like family to each other and looked forward to their time at the game. I think for the most part we were insulated by watching from the press box.

 

The fans in general turned into drunken animals way too often to the point the league and the team management has taken notice due to the liability issues.

 

In some cases, sports fans seem to think that it is a requirement to act like an assho*e. Not all, just enough to be noticed. One of the few times I was involved in an off duty arrest was years ago at a Giant's game in the parking lot when some drunk thought it was great fun to get in his car and speed toward the tailgaters. When he was stopped, a LOT of fans wanted to kill him. I think he was happy to be removed by the troopers.

 

That's probably the reason that the league doesn't allow non-team staff to wear team items. The colors are permitted but not the team logos. more than once a drunk would make a challenge but I really think they were not aware of the levels of security that travel with the team. But on the other hand, MANY fans in the away cities are a nice bunch who want to just talk about the game. So like everything in life, a few make the spotlight.

Do you seriously think this is something that has only started since Obama came into office? Get real. It's been the norm for years.

 

Absolutely....MANY years.

I'm disappointed that you didn't say anything. I am personally a very outgoing vocal kind of guy, so I have had a few(ok many) public rants in my past. Don't feel bad about missing this time, just let it be a learning experince and educate the public next time. If we aren't willing to do it, then who?

I'm disappointed that you didn't say anything. I am personally a very outgoing vocal kind of guy, so I have had a few(ok many) public rants in my past. Don't feel bad about missing this time, just let it be a learning experince and educate the public next time. If we aren't willing to do it, then who?

 

And risk getting you a$$ kicked?? I don't think I'd say anything. You can't reason with people, perticularly at a sporting event. Fans are fired up as it is...not to mention alcohol. It would not have made a difference. I'm sure they would have told him to Fk off and mind his own business.

I'm disappointed that you didn't say anything. I am personally a very outgoing vocal kind of guy, so I have had a few(ok many) public rants in my past. Don't feel bad about missing this time, just let it be a learning experince and educate the public next time. If we aren't willing to do it, then who?

 

And risk getting you a$$ kicked?? I don't think I'd say anything. You can't reason with people, perticularly at a sporting event. Fans are fired up as it is...not to mention alcohol. It would not have made a difference. I'm sure they would have told him to Fk off and mind his own business.

 

only the weak minded worry about an a$$ whopping. The flesh can take more than you think, but of course if you can't win a fight you need to get your a$$ to a gym, dojo or bribe a judge to give you a CCW :mrgreen: .

Oh, you're one of those....ok :roll:

Oh, you're one of those....ok :roll:

 

yup, an arrogant bastard :twisted:

Be aware that many people, regardless of stupid NJ laws, carry firearms or blades for protection. Personally, I just allow people to make a**holes out of themselves and laugh at them later over a cold beer in my own home. It's safer and smarter, for me at least. I've done enough killing.

Be aware that many people, regardless of stupid NJ laws, carry firearms or blades for protection. Personally, I just allow people to make a**holes out of themselves and laugh at them later over a cold beer in my own home. It's safer and smarter, for me at least. I've done enough killing.

 

Right, well that is the mature and logical thing to do inleiu of sinking to thier level. I am sure most of us level headed and responsible gun owners would do the same.

If I was still the cocky 17 yr old that I use to be I probably would of said something. I just can't be bothered with crap like that anymore. If your a Dbag, your not worth my time. And then on top of it, I get corporate tickets for free about 6 times a year @ 250 bucks a piece and there is no reason to jeopardize that over some Dbag.

Ah....the fall of Rome is in the air......

Again, the logical and mature approach, good deal bro.

 

Like you said you dont want to jeopardize your free tixx also!! I'm sure the company would not take to kindly the person who was using their seats got ejected for fighting. Not to mention, assault charges, you guns...etc, you know the chain reaction thing.

Again, the logical and mature approach, good deal bro.

 

Like you said you dont want to jeopardize your free tixx also!! I'm sure the company would not take to kindly the person who was using their seats got ejected for fighting. Not to mention, assault charges, you guns...etc, you know the chain reaction thing.

 

Good thing their Mom's tickets

 

But yeah I got enough things to worry about than getting into fits with other people.

Hard to believe but I'm really a shy quiet kind of guy

reminds me of the story on 101.5 about the 4 kids that didn't stand during the pledge of allegiance. Their fathers are trying to sue because of it and also got some organization involved. I think it was an organization of athiests, but how foolish this world has become. This also reminds me of a bumper sticker I seen today while driving, it stated in big bold letters "LOVE IT OR LEAVE IT"

reminds me of the story on 101.5 about the 4 kids that didn't stand during the pledge of allegiance. Their fathers are trying to sue because of it and also got some organization involved. I think it was an organization of athiests, but how foolish this world has become. This also reminds me of a bumper sticker I seen today while driving, it stated in big bold letters "LOVE IT OR LEAVE IT"

 

That happened in Newark. It's about the only thing about Newark I am proud of!