Sir Bandelot Posted November 11, 2009 Report Posted November 11, 2009 (edited) Prince Charles' arrival at Mtl regiment delayed because of egg-flying protest Updated: Tue Nov. 10 2009 6:50:52 PM The Canadian Press MONTREAL Prince Charles' visit to a military regiment was marred by scores of slogan-chanting supporters of Quebec independence who blasted the British monarchy and pelted soldiers with eggs Tuesday. Chanting a variety of slogans including the famous independence call, "Le Quebec au Quebecois," about 200 demonstrators intially blocked the prince's path into a event where he was to salute members of a historic regiment. Shield- and baton-wielding riot police eventually moved into the crowd, shoving it back hundreds of ... Patrick Bourgeois, one of the protesters, said the British monarchy has exploited people all over world and that Quebec is no exception. The symbol of the monarchy has been reviled by many French-Canadians for centuries, and Bourgeois and others said members of the Royal Family had no business being in Quebec. Bourgeois also linked the prince's visit with the military mission in Afghanistan which features British and Canadian soldiers. "Quebec is against the war in Afghanistan," said Bourgeois, a member of the pro-independence Reseau de Resistance du Quebecois. "And now it's our chance to pass that message to Prince Charles and many people across Canada." http://images.ctv.ca/archives/CTVNews/img2/20091110/450_riot_police.jpg http://montreal.ctv.ca/servlet/an/local/CTVNews/20091110/mtl_royal_riot_091110/20091110?hub=Montreal --- It was on TV. Those Montrealers, they have a great sense of humour... Edited November 11, 2009 by Sir Bandelot Quote
M.Dancer Posted November 11, 2009 Report Posted November 11, 2009 Not enough pepper spray in Montreal... Quote RIGHT of SOME, LEFT of OTHERS If it is a choice between them and us, I choose us
Sir Bandelot Posted November 11, 2009 Author Report Posted November 11, 2009 Well it shows that at least Quebecers have a political conscience. But, does it represent the attitudes of many, or is it just a fringe group. I know some people like the royalty, but clearly others don't. And now they may be using this to rally their separatist cause. It's like a thorn in they eye, of the frenchman. So is it time to lose the Monarchy? Quote
Smallc Posted November 11, 2009 Report Posted November 11, 2009 Does anyone realize how difficult it would be to get rid of the monarchy? That would probably tear the country apart faster than any separatists. Quote
M.Dancer Posted November 11, 2009 Report Posted November 11, 2009 Well it shows that at least Quebecers have a political conscience. But, does it represent the attitudes of many, or is it just a fringe group. <200 rabble rousers waving palestinian flags for Prince Charles qualifies and a fringegroup within a fringegroup (the truly looney amongst the seriously disturbed. Quote RIGHT of SOME, LEFT of OTHERS If it is a choice between them and us, I choose us
kimmy Posted November 12, 2009 Report Posted November 12, 2009 You don't need to be a Quebec separatist to protest the Royals. However, what a bunch of freakin crybabies. "De royals, dey 'ave exploit us. Le wah." If you want to campaign for separation, go for it... but spare us the maudlin douchebaggery. -k Quote (╯°□°)╯︵ ┻━┻ Friendly forum facilitator! ┬──┬◡ﾉ(° -°ﾉ)
g_bambino Posted November 12, 2009 Report Posted November 12, 2009 So is it time to lose the Monarchy? To appease these dim-wits? Are you serious? Quote
Sir Bandelot Posted November 12, 2009 Author Report Posted November 12, 2009 The real maudlin show is these two "highnesses" touring the country, with anglophones genuflecting at their feet. But I guess thats just my opinion. I never really was much for parades, either... Quote
g_bambino Posted November 12, 2009 Report Posted November 12, 2009 But I guess thats just my opinion. No, it really is just your opinion. Quote
Army Guy Posted November 12, 2009 Report Posted November 12, 2009 This group has done nothing but embarrass, themselfs, Quebec, and Canada all in less than 30 mins... What they did forget was this famous french regt was going to recieve thier Royal Colors, one of the highest honors that monarchy can bestow on a unit...A unit that was made up of Quebecors, that have a honorable past.. Regardless if we dislike they monarchy or not, they are still our monarchy like it or not, they are a guest in this country, and we should act accordly, Tossing eggs, and insulting remarks are not actions of a group that wants a solution to thier problems, they where trying to provoke a similar reaction.....We gave them exactly what they wanted "attention"....they should of been swept off the streets and nothing said in the media.... Quote We, the willing, led by the unknowing, are doing the impossible for the ungrateful. We have now done so much for so long with so little, we are now capable of doing anything with nothing.
Sir Bandelot Posted November 12, 2009 Author Report Posted November 12, 2009 (edited) No, it really is just your opinion. Sorry if I insist on having real, functional government, for my tax dollar. Give us Bread, not Circuses. Edited November 12, 2009 by Sir Bandelot Quote
Sir Bandelot Posted November 12, 2009 Author Report Posted November 12, 2009 "De royals, dey 'ave exploit us. Le wah." -k Not quite. How about- "Quebec is against the war in Afghanistan," said Bourgeois, a member of the pro-independence Reseau de Resistance du Quebecois. "And now it's our chance to pass that message to Prince Charles and many people across Canada." And thats what they did. For that they got media attention, and a beating. Quote
Sir Bandelot Posted November 12, 2009 Author Report Posted November 12, 2009 (edited) This group has done nothing but embarrass, themselfs, Quebec, and Canada all in less than 30 mins... But they are doing exactly what you said people should do in another thread, Army Guy. So which is it, go out and protest against the war for real, or sit on the couch with the remote, and not give a damn. I'm saying, look here, they are doing it. These people are taking up their cause, and trying to say it LOUDLY... not, pacifist. Edited November 12, 2009 by Sir Bandelot Quote
Shwa Posted November 12, 2009 Report Posted November 12, 2009 "...they should of been swept off the streets and nothing said in the media...." Yikes! Army Guy, your tagline says "Canadian Freedoms Rock." Is not the ability to publicly protest one of those freedoms or do you have a limited list you are working from? Quote
Dave_ON Posted November 12, 2009 Report Posted November 12, 2009 Not quite. How about- "Quebec is against the war in Afghanistan," said Bourgeois, a member of the pro-independence Reseau de Resistance du Quebecois. "And now it's our chance to pass that message to Prince Charles and many people across Canada." And thats what they did. For that they got media attention, and a beating. Honestly they deserved it. Tossing eggs at another individual is assualt and is not peaceful protest in the least. Fortunately for them neither of the royals were hit, if I'm not mistaken assaulting a royal is considered "alarming the Queen" which is prosecuted under the Treason section of the Criminal code of Canada. Whether they like it or not, Quebec is part of Canada and until such time as their independance is asserted they're subject to our federal laws. Protesting is one thing, resorting to the antics of a 12 year old is entirely another. Quote Follow the man who seeks the truth; run from the man who has found it. -Vaclav Haval-
Army Guy Posted November 12, 2009 Report Posted November 12, 2009 But they are doing exactly what you said people should do in another thread, Army Guy. So which is it, go out and protest against the war for real, or sit on the couch with the remote, and not give a damn. I'm saying, look here, they are doing it. These people are taking up their cause, and trying to say it LOUDLY... not, pacifist. I have no problem with protests, or getting off the couch, and yes i've preached just that in the past... But this protest exceeds those rights and freedoms granted to each of us...Once things get thrown you've crossed the line, and if that is the limit to your protesting abilities then stay home..All your doing is using violence in order to make a piont... The eggs where thrown to get a reaction for authorities, and more media coverage....And we handed that to them on a platter....if we continue to hand it out like candy it will become the norm for fringe groups trying to make a statement... Quote We, the willing, led by the unknowing, are doing the impossible for the ungrateful. We have now done so much for so long with so little, we are now capable of doing anything with nothing.
Army Guy Posted November 12, 2009 Report Posted November 12, 2009 (edited) Army Guy, your tagline says "Canadian Freedoms Rock." Is not the ability to publicly protest one of those freedoms or do you have a limited list you are working from? Not a limited list , just what the law states, in regards to protests, If they are willing to step it up to include throwing eggs, then they must accept the counter from authorities...once you break the law, then it's game on...Your not protesting but there to start violence. If your protest had any leg to stand on do you really need to throw things...like soldiers standing at attention unable to move or protect themsleves...."that is making a statement" is it not.... All these idiots did was to embarrass themselfs, thier cause, and our country....for a small amount of media coverage...which most Canadians would find thier actions in the plain stupid catagory.... Edited November 12, 2009 by Army Guy Quote We, the willing, led by the unknowing, are doing the impossible for the ungrateful. We have now done so much for so long with so little, we are now capable of doing anything with nothing.
M.Dancer Posted November 12, 2009 Report Posted November 12, 2009 What they did forget was this famous french regt was going to recieve thier Royal Colors, one of the highest honors that monarchy can bestow on a unit...A unit that was made up of Quebecors, that have a honorable past.. They were giving the Colours to two reg'ts? The one where the yahoos were was the Black Watch..while made up of quebeckers, not exactly a French Reg't. Quote RIGHT of SOME, LEFT of OTHERS If it is a choice between them and us, I choose us
M.Dancer Posted November 12, 2009 Report Posted November 12, 2009 Give us Bread, not Circuses. Don't fret, you ain't getting Bread unless you buy it. Quote RIGHT of SOME, LEFT of OTHERS If it is a choice between them and us, I choose us
Army Guy Posted November 12, 2009 Report Posted November 12, 2009 The one where the yahoos were was the Black Watch..while made up of quebeckers, not exactly a French Reg't. I stand corrected... Quote We, the willing, led by the unknowing, are doing the impossible for the ungrateful. We have now done so much for so long with so little, we are now capable of doing anything with nothing.
M.Dancer Posted November 12, 2009 Report Posted November 12, 2009 I stand corrected... As you were... Quote RIGHT of SOME, LEFT of OTHERS If it is a choice between them and us, I choose us
g_bambino Posted November 12, 2009 Report Posted November 12, 2009 Sorry if I insist on having real, functional government, for my tax dollar. Okay, apology accepted. But it's irrelevant. Your intimation that unreal, dysfunctional government is synonymous with monarchy is merely a figment of your imagination. Quote
g_bambino Posted November 12, 2009 Report Posted November 12, 2009 How about- "Quebec is against the war in Afghanistan," said Bourgeois, a member of the pro-independence Reseau de Resistance du Quebecois How about it? It's just one of the vehicles they used as an excuse to act like jackasses; don't forget their other slogans: "Majesty go home!", "We will never be defeated!", "Quebec a country!", and "Ottawa out of Quebec!". Or, did you not notice those? Quote
M.Dancer Posted November 12, 2009 Report Posted November 12, 2009 There may have been 200 Quebec yahoos in the street....they would have protested the prince being there whether there was a war or not...on the other hand there were also well over 200 quebeckers in the Amoury on Bleury, wearing the Red Hackle and pleased as punch the Prince was doing them an honour. Quote RIGHT of SOME, LEFT of OTHERS If it is a choice between them and us, I choose us
Shwa Posted November 12, 2009 Report Posted November 12, 2009 "If they are willing to step it up to include throwing eggs, then they must accept the counter from authorities...once you break the law, then it's game on" Agreed. Protesting, slogans, fist pumping - yes; egg throwing - no - you get swept away. Gotchya! Quote
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