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INSIDE AGITATOR: “The reason why Mr. Welter’s remarks are disturbing is because blaming outside agitators for protests was a tactic invoked by racist Sheriffs south of the Mason-Dixon line during the civil rights movement. It was frequently used to dismiss the legitimate grievances of people–particularly non-white people–who were protesting against injustices wrought against them by their government.”
Henry Louis Mencken, the famously acerbic newspaper columnist for the Baltimore Sun, once wrote that “the whole aim of practical politics is to keep the populace alarmed (and hence clamorous to be led to safety) by menacing it with an endless series of hobgoblins, most of them imaginary.”
No truer words can be said of the political situation here in Anaheim where Police Chief John Welter, supposedly one of Orange County’s most “progressive” lawmen, quickly resorted to the age-old tactic of blaming “outside agitators” for the “civil unrest” that has been taking place.
Borrowing a script racist Sheriffs frequently used during the civil rights movement of the 1960s to dismiss the legitimate grievances of non-white peoples, he’s made absurd claims that more than “two-thirds” of the 1,000 or more working-class Mexican residents that protested outside City Hall on July 24th didn’t live here.
Up until now, Chief Welter has been wildly successful in manipulating the mainstream media to accept his fantastic account that hundreds of “anarchists” and members of “Occupy Wall Street” stormed into town that night with the underlying goal of smashing every storefront window they could find.
Although complete and utter nonsense, Welter’s tripe had the effect of spooking quite a few locals, and reportedly almost caused the cancellation of a City Council meeting that occurred on the afternoon of August 8th at Anaheim High School’s Cook Auditorium, not very far from the halls of power.
But thanks to the internet, cracks in the structure of this mythical narrative are beginning to emerge. Tomorrow night’s meeting of the Anaheim City Council should prove to be very interesting, to say the least. In a rhetorical sense, I think Welter’s imaginary hobgoblin, the “outside agitator,” is about to be slain.
YouTube version of the above speech, if the video above didn’t work for you:
Still, the “Tragic Kingdom” is usually a reference to all of O.C. not just the city of Anaheim.
As the camera pans at right around 3:13-3:14 of the top video, it lights for a moment at the very end on a balding white-haired guy in a black shirt who is not clapping.
Is that Tom Daly?
Daly wasn’t there.
But I can’t see that top video. Wish I could.
Greg Diamond wrote:
> Is that Tom Daly?
No, it’s not Tom Daly. I didn’t see him at the meeting.
Have you guys heard of Anaheim Family Justice Circle? It is an organization that helps abused kids and spousal abuse victims, among other things. They also mentor at-risk kids to steer them away from gangs. My point is that 80% of the people that they serve and help are Latinos. This center was founded by…yup, you guessed it..Chief Welter!
So stop this racist talk because you obviously don’t know much about our Police Chief.
So what? I’ve dealt with Chief Welter personally. I’ve been at meetings at the Anaheim Police Department where he has spoken and I’ve asked him pointed questions. I used to think he was one of our “better” police chiefs until he started making racist comments about “outside agitators” coming into town. As for what he’s done in the past, who cares? Absolutely nothing he’s done excuses him for the tripe that has been coming out of his mouth. Besides, if he’s done such a great job with the “latino community,” why did more than 1,000 Mexican and Central American residents take to the streets in protest on July 24th? Don’t you think there is a problem here? It’s apparent that *YOU* are the one that doesn’t know what’s going on and are completely out of touch with the affected communities.
*Duane, we are sure you are being honest and straightforward. Thank you that. “The Gang Issues” however are rather complex. You might want to chat with OC Sheriff Sandra….on a one to one basis about the multi-county gang and cartel issues. We are betting that any conversation about those issues will enlighten your arguments either way. There is no “one stop shop” when it comes to crime. Each community has different emphasis. Santa Ana much different that Laguna Beach for example. In any regard – carefully ask several sources and get all the facts before you lambast the Chief completely.
I hate to disappoint you, but the “civil unrest” that has been taking place in Anaheim isn’t being caused by “gangbangers” or “drug dealers.” They are the last people who want to attract attention from law enforcement.
The fact is, many of the working-class Mexican residents of this city–who have no criminal records–are fed up over being mistreated and abused by the cops. That’s why people are out in the streets protesting.
And if I were you, I would be very skeptical of the efforts by the Anaheim Police Department to portray the protesters as “criminals.” They always demonize people who complain about their abusive behavior.
hey roberts than the next time pablo gets shot by pancho why dont you go down there and sort it out .. civil unrest” that has been taking place in Anaheim isn’t being caused by “gangbangers” or “drug dealers.” no roberts that is what the police is trying to stop . the fact that its taken place in a hispanic area . THAT IS WHERE THE DRUGS ARE .. you dont go into the dessert to snag fish . 2 .I would be very skeptical of the efforts by the Anaheim Police Department to portray the protesters as “criminals.” They always demonize people who complain about their abusive behavior.
when you chuck bottels and rocks and kick police cars i guess that is not civil unrest .cmon your sounding like diamond .. also these people went out to protest with their strollers and little infant kids WHAT DO YOU THINK WHAT GOING TO HAPPEN .. they complained I GOT SHOT BY RUBBER BULLITS OR GAS .. well police ask yuo to move or clear out for the 80 th time . what do you want them to do . give out candy ..
Clap, clap, clap. Spoken with the regard for human rights and dignity of a Cuban dictator! “We told you to move along!”
diamond why dont you take your politics and go down to cuba you would fit right down there with your idle fidel and his brother raul and your hero hugo and while your down there go see your brother sean penn . so why dont you move along right out of here .. go bob huff
I won’t move there in part because I’m afraid that I’d be treated the same way that you would like to treat the residents of Anaheim.
yeah policeman diamond. where you would probally put the rich people in jail ..ocupoo and their stink would rule anaheim all the decent folks would move out and you would collect taxes from who ocupoo haaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa what a tool
I believe in due process and justice. I would only put the ones who committed crimes in jail.
You, I suppose, would give them a pass.
The great one – OK then….we agree! When folks get into the mud…..someone has to whined up using some Tide and a good scrub brush.
There is little doubt that most of the hispanics in Orange County are law abiding
and loving family folks.
We only know that there are 168 different gangs identified in Orange County.
Duane, the advice we gave you is not because of your position. The advice
we gave you is FOR YOU to get the facts…..all of them! Ask Sheriff Sandra
Hutchins if you dare! Our bet is….she will tell you the truth. If she lies…..be
the first to report it to all of us.
Again, I repeat, the “civil unrest” that has been taking place in Anaheim isn’t being caused by “gangbangers” or “drug dealers.” They are the last people who want to attract attention from law enforcement.
By the way, I don’t have a problem with having a conversation with OC Sheriff Sandra Hutchins. But I don’t understand what such a conversation has to do with “civil unrest” taking place in Anaheim?
I guess you are of the opinion that “gangbangers” or “drug dealers” are responsible for it. I can tell you right now that isn’t the case. If you ever want to meet and discuss this in person, I’m game. I promise I won’t bite!
*Duane, we do not need to cause any further contention. However, vouching for every person living in Anaheim seems a pretty talk order without a bunch of facts and figures.
Winships using the reply button…
Grating Juan not using capitals…
What’s next ? Republicans getting along with Democrats ?
Ron & Anna Winship
> *Duane, we do not need to cause any further contention.
You’re not causing any contention. I welcome your questioning. I don’t have a problem with it because I don’t believe anyone should accept at face value anything that anybody says, myself included. Debate is healthy.
> However, vouching for every person living in Anaheim seems a
> pretty talk order without a bunch of facts and figures
I understand that. But remember, I’m not the one making the argument that “gangbangers” or “drug dealers” played a key role in the “civil unrest.” The burden of proof would be on the persons making that assertion.
And because the police may have raided this or that neighborhood in the aftermath of the “civil unrest” means nothing. The “civil unrest” wasn’t just confined to one area, but other parts of Central Anaheim as I’m finding out.
I’ve been talking with residents all over the city regarding this matter. This issue isn’t black and white. The reason why people “riot” is a bit a more complex than people think. There sometimes isn’t just one factor that causes it.
thank you the winships that is exactly right… unlike the loser wanna be lawyer in name only this site
when you far left libs have nothing all you do is name calling.
oh wait…
oh yes that is from the far left playbook cant win a argument refer to name calling or anwser a question with a question
Leave it to a gabacho with a tucked in Hawaiian shirt to say what others are too compromised to say!
And the people have been waiting to hear it, too. The YouTube video better conveys the audience reaction which I think propelled Duane’s tone of delivery, haha.
Duane, don’t try to reason with the Winships they have the REAL pulse on Anaheim and it’s problems. How can they not? I mean the woman is on her computer 24-7 with an opinion on anything and everything. It’s actually quite amusing and no wonder is the fact many people in their area laugh at them.
Good day Duane and keep fighting the good fight.