LDN Protest Update

We almost suspended the planned picketing of the LaGrange Daily News when we were promised an apology in the Saturday paper. However, we were disappointed with what was actually printed which was significantly different in tone and attitude from what was promised. Therefore, the planned picketing on M-W from 3pm to 6pm will go on as planned. Here is the official statement from the LaGrange Patriots President...

Regarding publication of the scandalous cartoon and picketing planned for LaGrange Daily News. We have negotiated in good faith with the publisher of the LaGrange Daily News to get an apology and thus forego the picketing. I was promised by the publisher that the LDN would say, “I sincerely apologize to those individuals who were offended by the political cartoon that was published in LaGrange Daily News’ opinion page.” Instead, this was substituted: “To those individuals who were offended by the political cartoon that was published in LaGrange Daily News’ opinion page, I’m sorry."

“I’m Sorry” is what children say when caught with their hands in the cookie jar. Adults say “I sincerely apologize” when they do indeed wish to sincerely apologize. Then, to add insult to injury, two anti-Tea Party letters were published alongside the half-hearted apology.

As a result of this duplicity, we feel betrayed and will, therefore, support Harris County Tea Party and others in their decision to picket LDN Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. We encourage all to participate. Please remember that we must take the high road. Our picketing activities should be peaceful, respectful and dignified. Tawdry or vulgar signs are prohibited, as is crude language.

Yours sincerely,

Ford McLain
President, LaGrange Patriots