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Rand Paul Currently Detained by TSA

Discussion in 'BBS Hangout: Debate & Discussion' started by Hightop, Jan 23, 2012.

  1. Hightop

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    On the list of stupid things the Transportation Security Administration could do for their public image: detaining Kentucky Senator Rand Paul, the politician most anxious to abolish them, is probably right near the top.

    But that's exactly what just happened, his Communications Director, Moira Bagley has confirmed it in a tweet.

    There is currently no information on why the Senator was detained, or why he is considered a threat to fly.

    Kelly O'Donnell is reporting that aides say Paul was detained when he refused a full-body pat-down, after the scanner went off. Paul lifted his pant-leg to show he had no metal, and asked to be re-screened. He was denied this request.

    I think we can safely say that the liberty-loving Senator is likely to be a threat to the TSA from now on.

    Read more: http://www.businessinsider.com/brea...um=social&utm_campaign=politics#ixzz1kIUqVAIw
     
  2. pgabriel

    pgabriel Educated Negro

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    I think most likely it is Rand think he is above the law and do not need to follow the rules that pertains to us small people.
     
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    I hate the new TSA protocol but this is likely nothing more than a staged event.
     
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    It's amazing what age does to a woman...

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  7. Hightop

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    He had vowed to filibuster PIPA tomorrow. Hoping this doesn't affect that.
     
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    Given that PIPA was shelved several days ago, it won't. And I don't think TSA detentions last multiple days. :confused:
     
  9. jo mama

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    it is obama and the TSA who think they are above the law and dont need to follow the rules (ie: constitution). rand paul is trying to stick up for "us small people".
     
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    Meanwhile the "triple crown weave queen Sheilla Jackson Lee" does not have to go through airport security. Call me paranoid but I think Barry is enjoying this, by humiliate Americans under the guise of keeping us safe!
     
  11. RocketMan Tex

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    Fixed it for ya....:grin:
     
  12. Nook

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    Someone should tell Rand that he is not above the rules that everyone else has to follow...
     
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    jo mama Contributing Member

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    someone should tell obama and his TSA that they are not above the constitution.
     
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    Not just age... it is make up and photoshopping. Met her in 1999 in Prague and she looked very different in person. She is light skinned, so make up makes a pronounced difference... it isnt just women either, men are the same way.
     
  15. Nook

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    We really shouldn't go through this again... been debated hundreds of times before. All I will say is if the rules are that everyone needs to pass inspection, then Rand Paul should not be an exception. I know your opinion and respect it...
     
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    If he doesn't like the law, he can work to change it, but when all of us have to follow the law, he should not be above it.
     
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    How is he acting like he is above the law?
     
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    This will look good on his resume in 2016 when he runs for president.
     
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    Paul doesn't think he is an exception. He thinks nobody should have to pass through TSA inspection.
     
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    Doesn't the Constitution say something about members of Congress being free from arrest? Of course, this being a "detention," I'd reckon they could hold him as long as they'd like.
     

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