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1. #1
   On February 15th, 2008 at 3:39 pm, meatpieandtatters said:

   I absolutely love the Marines and what they stand for. Semper Fi

2. #2
   On February 15th, 2008 at 3:40 pm, Your Brother John said:

   and on to Toledo!

3. #3
   On February 15th, 2008 at 3:42 pm, terrig said:

   Fantastic sign! While I’m partial to the Army myself ;), there’s nothing quite like a Marine in his dress uniform!

4. #4
   On February 15th, 2008 at 3:43 pm, CharlieT said:

   MM, Please post updated photo when the Marines place a check in the Berkley box.

5. #5
   On February 15th, 2008 at 3:45 pm, uhangtight said:

   love our military. they are the best and the brightest. marines deserve berkeley’s respect. i sure hope this is not dropped; and i want berkeley to be brought to their knees. i am so angry over code pink and these idiots disrespecting our military. take the federal dollars away. i say you don’t want our brave men there, well guess what we are gone.

   then advertise to the world, hey guess what berkeley doesn’t want our military and we are gone. we will no longer support them militarily or otherwise. wonder how long before these morons decide to change their minds?

6. #6
   On February 15th, 2008 at 3:56 pm, On-my-soap-box said:

   Bear,

   Still waiting on the outcome of your meeting with the CC member.

   Sorry about your town. Want me to teach you how to throw rocks at ‘em?

7. #7
   On February 15th, 2008 at 4:03 pm, FirstSkirt said:

   As a 20-Year Air Force Retired NCO, I salute the Marine Corps. Love the sign, but it would make no sense to the folks in Berkley reading it–they have no idea of the sacrifices Marines have made in their 200+ history. Semper Fi.

8. #8
   On February 15th, 2008 at 4:04 pm, TexasTiger said:

   Great photo essay from Zombie. Can he (or anyone) put a name against the womyn(?) in the picture about 2/3 down the page? She’s wearing a black F*ck Bush shirt, standing to the right of Medea Benjamin and resembles one of Michael Vick’s pit bulls.

9. #9
   On February 15th, 2008 at 4:04 pm, jrlingreenbay said:

   Sorry about your town. Want me to teach you how to throw rocks at ‘em?

   Ahh, Soap…Bears don’t throw rocks…bears tear apart tents and drag off the unsuspecting tree-hugging liberal protesters…

   Any tents set up in front of the recruiting office?

10. #10
    On February 15th, 2008 at 4:19 pm, md1964 said:

    For every drop of blood we fail to shed on the alter of freedom today, our next generation will end up having to shed a gallon for their own freedom.

    Thank you to all who have served!!!!

11. #11
    On February 15th, 2008 at 4:19 pm, On-my-soap-box said:

    Medea Benjamin wearing a “Make out not war” sticker on her chest made me spew. That image in my head of someone wanting to make out with her has me reach/retching for the brain douche.

12. #12
    On February 15th, 2008 at 4:21 pm, thebookkeeper said:

    I wish someone with a backhoe or something similar would dig up code pinko’s entire parking space - all of it, down to about 15′ deep. Give the maroons something to think about.

13. #13
    On February 15th, 2008 at 4:27 pm, Straight_Talk_Luigi said:

    Yay! I love it!

14. #14
    On February 15th, 2008 at 4:32 pm, docflash said:

    Yuck,your right Soap,that makeout image sent something up my pants leg and it wasnt a thrill either.

15. #15
    On February 15th, 2008 at 4:32 pm, Christian Soldier said:

    Our Marines.com THE Ad

    I sleep after watching it.
    My mind can bring up the background tune instantly.

16. #16
    On February 15th, 2008 at 4:33 pm, Christian Soldier said:

    I sleep WELL after watching it.

17. #17
    On February 15th, 2008 at 4:33 pm, Boomer said:

    A great partial list of places where the US Marine Corps have served with distinction throughout history. May they win the battle over the moonbats and add it to their distinguished list of battle honors.

18. #18
    On February 15th, 2008 at 4:35 pm, DesertLover said:

    Best sign I’ve seen in quite a while … Semper Fi

19. #19
    On February 15th, 2008 at 4:36 pm, On-my-soap-box said:

    On February 15th, 2008 at 4:04 pm, jrlingreenbay said:
    Any tents set up in front of the recruiting office?

    There were pink tents if you go and look at the photo’s!

20. #20
    On February 15th, 2008 at 4:38 pm, Papa Louie said:

    I still think the best way to cure the Berkeley disease is to reinstitute the draft, but only in cities where military recruiting centers are not welcome.

21. #21
    On February 15th, 2008 at 4:50 pm, graysonret said:

    Had a chance to sit down once, years ago, and have breakfast with a bunch of marines. Never forgot it. Darn best guys to have breakfast with, I’ve ever met. Ooorah…Semper Fi!

22. #22
    On February 15th, 2008 at 5:03 pm, englishqueen01 said:

    On March 22, we’re going to the wedding of the son of a family friend.

    He’s in the Marines and will be deployed somtime between May and August. Spending time with his future bride at her shower last weekend I think about the sacrifices he - and his fellow Marines - make, as well as the families who wait patiently for their loved ones to come home. All to protect me and the freedoms we all enjoy.

    God bless the Marines and all our Armed Forces.

23. #23
    On February 15th, 2008 at 5:22 pm, Blind_Mule said:

    For 232 the Marines have fought and protected this nation, I think these idiots have bit off more than they can chew. Marines do not ever cower from a fight and they never lose a battle, I quarantee in the end Burkaly will.

    Go get’m Devil Dogs, Uhra, Semper Fi Brothers.

24. #24
    On February 15th, 2008 at 5:27 pm, Just A Grunt said:

    Now then let make sure I have this straight. A Marine officer recruiting station with what, 3 -5 Marines have managed to terrorize the poor citizens of Berkeley so much and traumatized them to the point that they call on all of their anarchists friends for reinforcements?
    Good thing they don’t live in Sderot, Israel. If they are scared by a few Marines I would hate to see what the daily rocket attacks from the Palestinians would do to them.

25. #25
    On February 15th, 2008 at 6:12 pm, Azygos said:

    I wish someone with a backhoe or something similar would dig up code pinko’s entire parking space - all of it, down to about 15′ deep. Give the maroons something to think about.

    I thought the Marines should just park a tank out front. Let Bezerkley try to tow it away. Also what a great recruiting tool it would be to let people crawl around in one.

26. #26
    On February 15th, 2008 at 6:21 pm, Dave from Flint said:

    OORAH!

27. #27
    On February 15th, 2008 at 6:23 pm, GaijinBob said:

    Just A Grunt said:
    

    …I would hate to see what the daily rocket attacks from the Palestinians would do to them.

    Actually, I would. Let ‘em experience what life is like when an incompetent government fails to use their resources to defend them from a hostile and dangerous neighbor.

    Come to think of it, that pretty well describes So. Cal too.

28. #28
    On February 15th, 2008 at 6:49 pm, kwbrownie2003 said:

    Zombie has a pic of Medea Benjamin wearing a “Make Out, Not War” sticker.
    I just threw up in my mouth a little.

29. #29
    On February 15th, 2008 at 8:45 pm, OldGuy53 said:

    I like this from Neptunus Lex

    We don’t have to like San Francisco. We get paid to defend them. It’s our job.
    The rest of the country?

    We’re doing that for free.

    Just add Berkeley to it.

30. #30
    On February 15th, 2008 at 9:14 pm, TexasTiger said:

    I wish someone with a backhoe or something similar would dig up code pinko’s entire parking space - all of it, down to about 15′ deep.

    Naw. You want to go down 1′ max, plant the IED and cover it back up. Then Code Pink could enjoy a taste of what the Marines defend them from.

31. #31
    On February 15th, 2008 at 10:21 pm, ArmywifeArmymom said:

    I made this graphic back when this all started and I now refer to Berkeley as “Camp Berkeley.” There’s no better use for that town, IMO.

32. #32
    On February 15th, 2008 at 10:22 pm, Duke of Pronia said:

    Here’s what I found funny. According to Zombie: “The cops then told everyone they were blocking access to a public building and ordered them off the stairs. The swelling crowd of protesters retreated a few steps back but continued their verbal threats and demands for “justice”"

    So protesters at the police “public building” have to move because they are blocking access? Am I missing something here? I mean … WHAT? Are they kidding?

33. #33
    On February 15th, 2008 at 10:23 pm, ArmywifeArmymom said:

    Sorry, here’s the link…

    http://www.kneedeepinthehooah.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/02/campberkeleyresized.png

34. #34
    On February 15th, 2008 at 10:36 pm, rightisright said:

    Semper Fi

35. #35
    On February 16th, 2008 at 6:42 am, JohnnyD said:

    Amazing! I don’t quite know what say!

    Well, how about the World Can’t Wait and Code Pink indoctrinators infuencing the youth of Berkeley. Isn’t that the same thing as what the Marines would do? Only difference would be the results the Marines would accomplish. Respect, duty, honor, God, country, patience are the results. What have the WCW recruiters accomplished? Disrespect, lawlessness, abusiveness, ignorance!

    Quite a contrast I think.

    Oh yeah, and the Marines look better too!

36. #36
    On February 16th, 2008 at 6:45 am, JohnnyD said:

    And yes, I do question their patriotism!

37. #37
    On February 16th, 2008 at 7:09 am, JohnnyD said:

    On February 15th, 2008 at 3:56 pm, On-my-soap-box said:
    Bear,

    Still waiting on the outcome of your meeting with the CC member.

    Sorry about your town. Want me to teach you how to throw rocks at ‘em?

    Soap, As I remember, Bear wasn’t feeling well. Hope that changes for the better and I too, await his report.

38. #38
    On February 16th, 2008 at 8:34 am, USMCgramma said:

    The proud - the few. Thanks to all who serve from a Navy sister, Army wife and USMCgramma.

39. #39
    On February 16th, 2008 at 10:47 am, TMoney said:

    To MD1964 #10: My pleasure.

    Will we ever be able to get it into these hard heads that if our military was not on our side, the Code Pinkys would be one of the first groups slammed into concentration camps?

    What a bunch of dweebs, collectively speaking.

40. #40
    On February 16th, 2008 at 4:02 pm, BOB said:

    Here’s the reply I got from the Berkeley Chamber of Commerce:

    The Berkeley Chamber of Commerce has heard from individuals far and wide regarding recent Berkeley City Council actions and we appreciate that the American spirit is alive and robust.

    The business community was not notified of pending city council action, nor asked for input.

    We ask everyone to try to separate the actions of the City Council and not harm the good, hard-working small business owners - most of whom do not live in Berkeley and therefore cannot vote in Berkeley.

    Additionally, we believe that the Berkeley City Council owes an apology to the community and others, whether they be a Marine or a hard-working business owner, folks that are just trying to do their job in this terrible economy, and which is now more difficult because their actions. We feel that granting a parking space in front of the Marine’s office is harassment for them and their neighbors, and should be rescinded.

    In the long term, we expect collaboration with the Mayor and City Council when considering actions which may impact our local businesses and community.

    The Berkeley Chamber of Commerce believes in a community where all voices are heard in a fair manner.

    At the same time, we believe that it is NOT in the spirit of free speech to grant favoritism to any viewpoint, whether we agree with that viewpoint or not.

    Unfortunately recent City Council actions coincide with a very weak national economy.

    As in many cities and towns across America, hard-working business owners, (85% of Berkeley’s businesses) have less than five employees, operate on a thin margin, and rely heavily on their walk-in customers. The housing and credit crisis have resulted in an unstable economy and a risky business environment. Combined with recent council action, our business community is painfully feeling the revenue loss.

    The Berkeley Chamber of Commerce is proud that we promote, connect and strengthen business and community. In short, we are all here to help each other be successful, and to work together to create the best Berkeley possible, one that is inviting and respectful for all.

    Berkeley lauds itself as the birthplace of free speech, a tremendous gift to America. We believe it works both ways, and in a fair manner.

    Ted Garrett

    CEO

    Berkeley Chamber of Commerce

41. #41
    On February 16th, 2008 at 7:50 pm, carole said:

    The Berkley Code Pink group need, among many things, bras…..let’s all send one……or thousands.

42. #42
    On February 17th, 2008 at 11:02 am, MikeD said:

    One wishes the Marines would deal with Code Pink and the aging wackos of Berkeley the same way they did with their opponents in Tripoli, Belleau Wood, Iwo Jima, Inchon, Chosin, Vietnam and Fallujah.

43. #43
    On February 17th, 2008 at 4:12 pm, serfer62 said:

    People

    Marines are always spelt with a capitol M.

    Semper Fi

    Lima Echo

44. #44
    On February 18th, 2008 at 7:03 am, sfcmac said:

    Serfer62:
    jarhead can be spelled with a small “j”.

    Anyway, looks like the moonbats have assembled for a secondary assault:
    Link:
    http://www.breitbart.tv/?p=48784

    Luckily, I reside in a town that respects the military. I often stop by the Army recruiting station just to say hello to the Soldiers and let them know what a good job they do.
    Duty, Honor, Country
    SFC Cheryl McElroy
    US ARMY (RET)

    HOOAH!

45. #45
    On March 6th, 2008 at 8:39 am, NHMagenta said:

    Just a little food for thought here:
    The key elements of the computer operating system which this web site probably runs on, particularly it’s TCP/IP networking software were designed by people who were at University of California/Berkeley.
    The Berkeley Software Distribution (BSD) flavor of UNIX is very widely used; it is regarded as more stable and secure than Linux or Microsoft Windows® Server.

    So how does it make you feel to have such military-hating people working on key infrastructure which is used by the Armed Forces?