Akron police say they aren't ready to call it a hate crime or a gang initiation.
But to Marty Marshall, his wife and two kids, it seems pretty clear.
It came after a family night of celebrating America and freedom with a fireworks show at Firestone Stadium. Marshall, his family and two friends were gathered outside a friend's home in South Akron.
Out of nowhere, the six were attacked by dozens of teenage boys, who shouted ''This is our world'' and ''This is a black world'' as they confronted Marshall and his family.
Please note when this happened - two weeks ago. Can you possibly imagine a story where 50 white kids beat the hell out of a black family, yelling "this is a white world" being buried for two weeks? Any takers on just how large the media circus would have been on July 5th?
No? I didn't think so.
I do have to admit to being puzzled by this comment:
The Marshalls say they fear retaliation at home or when they go outside. They are considering arming themselves, but they're concerned about the possible problems that come with guns.
"Possible problems"??? Unless they mean the problem of finding ammo, or perhaps the 9mm vs. .45 ACP/Glock vs. 1911 debate, I fail to see the problem here. It's not like you don't have a reason to want a means of protection against large groups... Also, they were attacked by "dozens" of kids - kinda puts to rest that whole "Why do you need more than ten rounds?" chestnut, eh? Although I do suppose that once the first couple of gangbangers went down with sucking chest wounds the rest wouldn't stick around long...
Welcome to America, home of justice for some.
That is all.
Hat tip to Jim at NES for pointing this story out in this thread.
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I'm guessing in their case the problems guns would bring would include having charges pressed for defending themselves with deadly force, not to mention being pilloried in the media, should that happen, as racists. Let's not leave it at a little f*ed up, Jay, let's take it all the way.
But, y'see, black people cannot be racist, and they cannot commit hate crimes. It simply is not possible for them to do such things. Ever. Period. And if you think they are doing so, then you are being racist and hateful yourself.
As for the firearm situation, this seems like a perfect opportunity for someone with a little patience and skill in training to offer this family an introductory experience to self-defense hardware. It sounds like they are speaking from a position of ignorance, and fear born from it, and both of those are easy to correct, if the other party is willing.
This story really irks me. This happened in my home town, less than 5 miles from my doorstop. 50+ teens vs one family - and I don't care what color who is - is major news. To date I've seen 3 mainstream media stories covering, two of which are from the Akron Beacon Journal. It really feels like it's being purposefully ignored.
I'm currently working through my NRA BIT, Basic Pistol, and defensive instructor classes. As soon as I get my certs, I'm going offer that whole family a free class.
-Chris
Chris,
If you're offering them free instruction, please let me know so I can kick in some to help fund the ammo.
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