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BigmanPigman

(51,608 posts)
Tue Jul 5, 2022, 01:29 AM Jul 2022

What is the definition of a terrorist organization and is the GQP one?

I know they are a cult but since they basically support shooters and their ideology can they be called a terrorist organization now? The "American Taliban" doesn't work for me.

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What is the definition of a terrorist organization and is the GQP one? (Original Post) BigmanPigman Jul 2022 OP
I would say yes... Ohio Joe Jul 2022 #1
I love it when people answer their own questions. gibraltar72 Jul 2022 #2
"American Taliban" works for me. Novara Jul 2022 #3
radical Republican terrorists Hermit-The-Prog Jul 2022 #4

Ohio Joe

(21,756 posts)
1. I would say yes...
Tue Jul 5, 2022, 02:25 AM
Jul 2022

I think it is generally accepted that terrorism is the use of violence for political gain. Certainly, that is a core part of the GQP. To be fair though... American Taliban is also a very good fit for them.

Novara

(5,842 posts)
3. "American Taliban" works for me.
Tue Jul 5, 2022, 06:48 AM
Jul 2022

They want regressive laws outlawing freedom for women, blacks, immigrants. They want to impose their version of theocracy on America.

The definition of terrorism fits the GOP:

the unlawful use of violence and intimidation, especially against civilians, in the pursuit of political aims.


Violence is a means to an end for these motherfuckers and yeah, I call them terrorists.

"GOP terrorism." Does that work?

Hermit-The-Prog

(33,349 posts)
4. radical Republican terrorists
Tue Jul 5, 2022, 09:08 AM
Jul 2022

Remember (that thing) went on and on about Obama not saying 'radical Islamic terrorism'.

It's a shame that radical Republican terrorists hold elected office in this country. Really sad. Very bad people.

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