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Why would it be against those of a different political persuasion? 1-isnt it a common theme here that conservatives would have rioted if the roles were reversed? and 2-Do you have the first clue as to the political persuasion of the individual in Maryland that proposed it?There are already consequences for breaking the law. Vandalism is already against the law (I imagine) in every city and state.
This would not be about legislating against actions which were previously unchecked, this would be punitive against those of certain political persuasion. That's it. This article, while very likely false, suggests that not all criminals or not even all vandals would be subject to the loss of government aid. It would be directly solely against those who of a differing political persuasion.
I suspect you would be singing a different tune were the action being punished was in support of something you agree with. It's a very dangerous precedent you want to set and a path our country should never go down.
No, I would say anyone who violates law/ordinances would be subject to the penalties imposed under those ordinances, as has always been. But to enact additional punishment against only a very certain group of people because their political actions are ones you disagree with is dangerous and un-American.
Again, this story is most likely fake. Ignoring for a moment the dubious sources, I don't see how a city has the legal right to remove state and federal aid, and certainly not on a long-term basis. But I was asked to ignore the fact it most likely isn't true and give my opinion. And my opinion is that anyone who would support such action would likely be singing a different tune if it was something they supported being quashed under the threat of petty revenge.
You are very very wrong about me. I dont cotton to criminal acts or behaviors and I dont accept excuses. I wont judge you as a bad person but I dont give half a **** about your upbringing or home-life when it comes to the commission of criminal acts. I dont care about your race. I dont care about your gender...all 74 of them. I defy you to find a single time where I have said individuals shouldnt be held accountable for their actions regardless of their affiliations.