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Title: Anti-Immigration activist Jared Taylor
Post by: FlashX12 on January 11, 2012, 11:50:48 PM
I'm a long time Free Talk Live listener but first time poster. I was wondering if it could be possible to get Jared Taylor on the show. He runs an anti-immigration organization known as American Renaissance (Website www.AmRen.com (http://www.AmRen.com)) and basically argues that legal & illegal immigration causes tension with the 'native' population and needs to be prevented. There's quite a few videos of him on youtube if anyone wants to learn more. He's not really fringe-- Jared has been on CNN, NBC, Joe Scarborough, and the young Turks before.

Title: Re: Anti-Immigration activist Jared Taylor
Post by: Turd Ferguson on January 12, 2012, 12:13:51 AM
He runs an anti-immigration organization known as American Renaissance  and basically argues that legal & illegal immigration causes tension with the 'native' population and needs to be prevented.

I'm pretty sure these guys felt the same way, but that didn't stop the "white man" from coming here, did it?

Maybe this Jared Taylor guy oughta think about this before running his mouth, lest he be called a hypocrite.

(http://crgrizzle.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/The-Original-Homeland-Security-Cropped.jpg)


Personally, I think it would be some nice ear candy to hear Ian & Mark tear this guy a new A-hole on 100 radio stations across the country on the subject.

Send an e-mail to Mark. Maybe he could set it up.
Title: Re: Anti-Immigration activist Jared Taylor
Post by: FlashX12 on January 12, 2012, 12:25:52 AM
I do think it would be a good debate. Jared Taylor is basically the go-to guy when it comes to immigration. I don't have Mark's email address so I can't do that though..
Title: Re: Anti-Immigration activist Jared Taylor
Post by: Turd Ferguson on January 12, 2012, 12:28:18 AM
I'll ask him about it.

Cant hurt to give it a try.

I'd imagine he would either say yes or no.
Title: Re: Anti-Immigration activist Jared Taylor
Post by: Diogenes The Cynic on January 12, 2012, 12:50:43 AM


I'd imagine he would either say yes or no.

Really?
Title: Re: Anti-Immigration activist Jared Taylor
Post by: Turd Ferguson on January 12, 2012, 12:55:49 AM


I'd imagine he would either say yes or no.

Really?

I was trying my best to be Captain Obvious there.
Title: Re: Anti-Immigration activist Jared Taylor
Post by: dalebert on January 12, 2012, 11:57:36 AM
Why would they want to give this guy a platform for that sort of speech? It's not the kind of thing they do. It's rare for them to have guests at all and in particular I don't see them having guests on that they sharply disagree with. I don't see them inviting politicians with strongly-opposing views, etc. This seems very out of character. Someone correct me if I'm wrong. The guy can always call in, of course.
Title: Re: Anti-Immigration activist Jared Taylor
Post by: Turd Ferguson on January 12, 2012, 12:03:17 PM
I think it would make for great radio.

The side effect would be all the listeners that agree with the douchebag calling in to defend his side.

I've heard Ian say many times that having nothing but cheerleaders gets boring and that he wishes more people would call in that disagree because it makes for better radio. What better way to do this than to have a guest like that on?

I'm just looking at it from a ratings standpoint.


It would help.
Title: Re: Anti-Immigration activist Jared Taylor
Post by: dalebert on January 12, 2012, 12:12:54 PM
I've heard Ian say many times that having nothing but cheerleaders gets boring and that he wishes more people would call in that disagree because it makes for better radio. What better way to do this than to have a guest like that on?

I'm just looking at it from a ratings standpoint.

You're probably right strictly from a ratings standpoint. I don't think Ian is inclined to do stunts like that just for ratings. That was my point. I don't think they will consider it very seriously. If so, they'd be doing this stunt with all sorts of guests who are anti-liberty.
Title: Re: Anti-Immigration activist Jared Taylor
Post by: Turd Ferguson on January 12, 2012, 12:20:05 PM
I've heard Ian say many times that having nothing but cheerleaders gets boring and that he wishes more people would call in that disagree because it makes for better radio. What better way to do this than to have a guest like that on?

I'm just looking at it from a ratings standpoint.

You're probably right strictly from a ratings standpoint. I don't think Ian is inclined to do stunts like that just for ratings. That was my point. I don't think they will consider it very seriously. If so, they'd be doing this stunt with all sorts of guests who are anti-liberty.

I think you're right.

I just think its a mistake on their part. I say bring everything center stage, out in the open where everyone can see it, make their case and expose these people for what they are. Bring em all out of the woodwork, calling in to defend the guy. Then we would really get the conversation going.

Its a win-win.
Title: Re: Anti-Immigration activist Jared Taylor
Post by: FlashX12 on January 13, 2012, 11:46:02 PM
Especially considering the fact that most Republicans, and a considerable amount of their listeners, probably are anti-illegal immigration as well. It would be a great discussion to have with a real expert.
Title: Re: Anti-Immigration activist Jared Taylor
Post by: hellbilly on January 14, 2012, 12:42:14 AM
After years of personal deliberation I proudly announce that I am still no further along in reaching a unanimous decision on this issue.

Mike- the current state of natives in America says all that needs to be said.. they should have done more to prevent the invasion by Europeans. The native culture as it is widely known today is only a commercial representation, which sucks. My Papaw's mother was Choctaw - but I know nothing firsthand about the culture or people because he was raised to be embarrassed of his lineage.

I know enough about the popular opinion in Libertarian circles regarding lineage, culture, immigration, etc. to know that my own opinion is unwelcome, but I oppose Taylor's opinion too. I don't think either end is proper or logical.. Libertarian ideas are backed with good intention but simply aren't realistic. AmRen's approach is exclusive and fascist. Any place worth living on the planet has some measure of immigration control. Just isn't realistic to think that open borders will become a reality in the US, so I place this issue equal in priority as "The Roads" issue that so often comes along.

Not to mention the real reason politicians do not enforce border control. It's like a huge open boil on the nose that everyone politely refuses to acknowledge, diverting their gaze to more pleasant things... *politicians want an underclass*  - for obvious reasons that have been explained already.

There's also the other side of things which is rarely mentioned...

Why is it that predominantly "white" countries are encouraged to have open borders in the name of diversity while other countries are not?

Africa proudly proclaims that it is for Africans. Black Africans to be precise... to the extent that gov. supported extermination of white farmers is business as usual. China pretty much stays Chinese with little expectation from anyone to change. Japan practices it's own form of homogeneity by subtly shunning Gaijin. Israel builds walls to keep the riffraff out. Europeans aren't encouraged to move to Arab states. Whities are targets in many South American countries and Mexico too.

So, "white" countries are expected to have open borders and the natives of those countries are expected to stay put. Not only that but also to move aside in order to ensure the newcomers have optimal opportunity to put down new roots. And these countries are expected to bail out failing countries (Haiti)... sounds like a plan only those determined to trash their own culture could back.

To address the inevitable (this necessity a sad thing).. yes, I like being white. I lay no special claim to my "whiteness" and do not feel proud because of it. If you've been to WalMart you'll understand why I do not ascribe to theories dedicated to white supremacy. I like the culture I know. I like to explore all worthy cultures just as much as my own. I will pass knowledge of our lineage down to my kids, be it positive or negative qualities. I will continue to introduce them to all cultures, be they positive or negative.
Title: Re: Anti-Immigration activist Jared Taylor
Post by: Turd Ferguson on January 14, 2012, 03:16:41 AM
I hear what you are saying with all this. My grandmother was  full Cherokee which means I could probably get govt grant money to open a casino. Maybe the only difference between your situation and mine, is the fact that they wear it like a badge of honor when it is brough up. I dont think of it that way myself, because to me, its just different genetics. They still drive cars, have satellite TV, dont live in tee-pees. nothing left to be "proud" of really.


I guess my feelings on immigration stem from my basic core belief that NOBODY has claim over the planet or any of its part when it comes right down to it. I wasnt shot out of my moms vagina to take orders from some dude waiting outside in the real world to tell me where i can go and when. I do believe though, that societal borders are fine and they will naturally develop themselves on their own without drawing a line on a map. After all, what self respecting redneck would want to live in an all East Indian neighborhood, with the smell of curry spewing out of every open window and vice versa? I dont think either party would be happy with that, so they would natually gravitate towards "their own".


The problem with my way of thinking, is that it exists outside of the current bullshit political environment we live under right now. The argument is "well, if you let the mexicans in, theyll vote for more free stuff" The logical answer seems to be is to get rid of the system that allows people to vote to give themselves free shit at the expense of other people in the first place. We wouldn't need to worry about anyone getting free shit if that were the case.

So although I understand the argument for borders from an economic/welfare standpoint, I think if we force people out due to the welfare reasons, we will never address the real issue of getting rid of government welfare in the first place

 
Title: Re: Anti-Immigration activist Jared Taylor
Post by: alaric89 on January 14, 2012, 04:27:20 AM
If Ian believes his stuff he should welcome a bit of conflicting opinion, I know he doesn't but, with the big conservative radio hosts losing so much ground lately a opportunity to hone his persuasion skills should be welcome.
I am disappointed that opinions that conflict anyone in the FTL universe tend to be stifled.
I agree that this guest, Jered Taylor would be interesting.
Title: Re: Anti-Immigration activist Jared Taylor
Post by: dalebert on January 14, 2012, 09:38:59 AM
I am disappointed that opinions that conflict anyone in the FTL universe tend to be stifled.

Whoa... he can call in! You're asking Ian to invite him as a guest which Ian rarely does even for people who aren't antagonistic. Saying those opinions are stifled is absurd. I don't know of a single other radio station where it's so easy to call in and actually be heard. All the other ones have HEAVY call screening.
Title: Re: Anti-Immigration activist Jared Taylor
Post by: alaric89 on January 14, 2012, 10:54:23 AM
Rush Limbaugh and Sean Hannity are losing listeners. FTL has a potential incoming market. If they heard some nice paletable persuasion instead of antagonistic self righteousness like Ian used last time I called in to PU, maybe they would listen more.
Title: Re: Anti-Immigration activist Jared Taylor
Post by: FlashX12 on January 16, 2012, 11:00:25 PM
Yeah that is true. And having more people to represent the traditional Conservative views may bring in more listeners. But anyways, I don't really want Taylor on to bring in listeners- but because it'll lead to an interesting discussion. No one can deny Jared Taylor is one of the most educated men on this subject, and having him represent the anti-immigration view point would just make sense.

 Here's a one hour debate between Jared Taylor & Peter March on the subject of multiculturalism in Canada:

Jared Taylor Versus Peter March: Racial Diversity In North America (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BfjFfTIlr_I#)
Title: Re: Anti-Immigration activist Jared Taylor
Post by: Tom Foppiano on January 17, 2012, 03:36:22 AM
Rush Limbaugh and Sean Hannity are losing listeners.

Did you get that info from the article posted in the show prep. Cause here's the thing.....

I clicked on the "article" link and read the short news story on Huffington post which basically said, "Rush and Sean lose 30% of their listeners." I then clicked on the link HuffPo used as their source, which said the same thing. I then clicked on the link that article used as its source. Guess what the ORIGINAL article actually claimed?

Rather than Rush and Sean losing "30% of their listeners," they lost 30% of their listeners on ONE STATION. One fucking station! You should have seen the comments at HuffPo. All of the socialists were foaming at the mouth claiming that conservatism dead.

I don't know if this is where you got your info, but I wanted to bring it up as an example of blatant media bias. I used to read HuffPo all the time until I couldn't take their nonsense anymore. They're often worse than FOX. In fact, if you really want to see examples of people who hate and I mean really, really hate private property and markets.....read the comments at HuffingtonPost.com. Go there and post, "Well, I think that I should be able to keep at least 90% of my property. The government can have 10%." Or, "Gee, maybe we shouldn't vote for Obama because he failed to close Gitmo, continued the PATRIOT ACT, gave another no bid contract to Halliburton, bombed Libya without Congressional approval, continues to imprison Bradley Manning....." And see what happens. You'll be called a "racist." No bullshit.
Title: Re: Anti-Immigration activist Jared Taylor
Post by: alaric89 on January 17, 2012, 08:05:25 AM
Looks like you got me again Tom.
I am willing to bet the bullshit they are spreading isn't working very well though. Even zealots notice really blatant contradictions.
Title: Re: Anti-Immigration activist Jared Taylor
Post by: Tom Foppiano on January 17, 2012, 03:24:46 PM
I'm not trying to get you, buddy. I'm trying to get HuffPo.

I thought the same thing, at first. I almost never read the source links, but in this case I just happened to click to the link.
Title: Re: Anti-Immigration activist Jared Taylor
Post by: Turd Ferguson on January 17, 2012, 03:43:52 PM
I remember years ago when the Huffington Post was a FAIRLY liberty oriented rag.

That was before Arianna Huffington decided she liked being all up inside Hillary Clintons crotch 24/7.

She is probably the only person that I know of that has gone from a relatively small government stance on things, to a mostly statist belief system.

Strange chick.
Title: Re: Anti-Immigration activist Jared Taylor
Post by: hellbilly on January 17, 2012, 06:55:41 PM
Good catch Tom. I love finding shit like that.

Taylor is a good speaker. Regardless of whether or not you like his message, his points are valid. I'd like to hear him on the show too. I think it would be a similar interview as to the one with Taylor and The Young Turks guy. Watched it awhile ago but I think it's this one:

PT 1: Jared Taylor vs The Young Turks (FULL VIDEO UNEDITED) (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YS3eH0-1uV0#)

Title: Re: Anti-Immigration activist Jared Taylor
Post by: dalebert on January 17, 2012, 07:54:44 PM
Oh, he's a racIAList.  :roll: I'ma call Ian right now and ask WTF hasn't he invited this guy as a special guest.
Title: Re: Anti-Immigration activist Jared Taylor
Post by: alaric89 on January 18, 2012, 03:03:21 PM
I don't really see what all the fuss is about. I don't think Ian could stay cool, but Mark would own that guy in a rational debate.
Title: Re: Anti-Immigration activist Jared Taylor
Post by: hellbilly on January 18, 2012, 09:03:16 PM
I don't really see what all the fuss is about. I don't think Ian could stay cool, but Mark would own that guy in a rational debate.

Totally agree with you about Ian, but about Mark... really? I don't think so a'tall.
Title: Re: Anti-Immigration activist Jared Taylor
Post by: Turd Ferguson on January 18, 2012, 09:52:18 PM
I don't really see what all the fuss is about. I don't think Ian could stay cool, but Mark would own that guy in a rational debate.

Totally agree with you about Ian, but about Mark... really? I don't think so a'tall.


Yeah, when Mark gets pissed and tries to keep his cool, he turns into a stammering wreck (his own words, not mine). He actually does better when he lets himself go apeshit on people.
Title: Re: Anti-Immigration activist Jared Taylor
Post by: hellbilly on January 18, 2012, 11:37:34 PM
Not Mark's temper so much as it's Taylor's points. He makes sense even if you don't like what he's saying.
Title: Re: Anti-Immigration activist Jared Taylor
Post by: alaric89 on January 19, 2012, 12:08:25 AM
Mark would jump on his inconsistency on the artificially preserved culture vs. merit of a emergent one, just like I would. (Read you can't preserve a culture by force)
Title: Re: Anti-Immigration activist Jared Taylor
Post by: hellbilly on January 20, 2012, 01:25:00 AM
I question that though-

How many "emergent" cultures would be long gone without aid supplied by "superior" cultures? From digging wells to advances in medical technology - or hell, even the use of vitamin A. Natural selection does not apply when those with good intentions cause the unfortunate to thrive - it upsets the balance.

I'm thinking of African tribes who haven't progressed much in a century or so. It's not always the case that the emergent cultures have something superior to offer, could be that those with the upper hand (not necessarily superior) are too generous for their own good - like the Native Americans. From what I know, many natives had grand visions of a peaceful brown world too.

Also true that superior cultures have wiped out "lesser" cultures, still continues in more primitive areas, but I'm betting all future "culture" wars in 1st world countries will be won by aggressive minorities through guilt tripping/psychological means and a healthy does of politically correct laws against a docile majority.

The docile disposition displayed by so many is another quality bit of proof that dispels the notion of superiority.
Title: Re: Anti-Immigration activist Jared Taylor
Post by: alaric89 on January 20, 2012, 03:01:17 AM
You mean like all those cultures over history that tried to artificially preserve their culture at whatever cost, like all those empty buildings in various places around the world? A culture naturally adapt and grows or dies.
In a free society with open borders, there is nothing to stop people from having racially segregated communities, as long as everyone who owned property in that community agreed to do that. Closed borders would hinder that very thing. What if some Nazi shithead wanted to import a wife from Austria? Or a black lady wanted to marry a African?
Open borders and respect for property rights would make it easier for people who want to segregate.
Title: Re: Anti-Immigration activist Jared Taylor
Post by: hellbilly on January 20, 2012, 06:46:32 PM
I'm not suggesting that separatism is the answer... unless it's a separation of the elite from the dimwits, in which case I shall be pleased to rearrange a few things here in the chateau to make room for fellow elites to join me.

Open borders with far less or zero restrictions on travel would be beneficial to all those, myself included, who like to experience other cultures. Would be great, and it may even be possible in the future. At the moment it isn't even a realistic option to explore in any meaningful way - borders aren't going anywhere.

Many cultures have failed, undoubtedly some met their demise as a result of being too friendly.

This is as good a place as any to discuss this I reckon, and you're in Norway so you're the ideal guy to ask..

First though- can you get into any trouble being open with your opinions about this topic in Norway? Free speech issues, etc?

Straight to it:

I've decided I am in support of those individuals who burned the Christian churches in Norway. While I do think it is regrettable that those buildings were beautiful and ancient, and I would have rather seen the buildings relocated and preserved for their historical value, after reading about the intent behind the burnings I think the reasons for doing so are valid.

The primary reason was that Christianity was not native to Norway, instead it was forced upon the people and then, of course, used as a means of control and to erase the Pagan religion and culture that predated it. The goal of those who burned the churches was to reset the balance and take a step back to their true identity. As far as I know no one was injured or killed during the burnings, though some of the guys who did it fought and died amongst themselves - if I'm remembering it all correctly, it's been awhile.

So, I think the guys who did it were right in their intentions, to attempt a return to their core culture, but wrong in taking such drastic actions. What do you and/or the locals think about those guys and their actions? And how invasive is the Islamic influence in Norway?
Title: Re: Anti-Immigration activist Jared Taylor
Post by: alaric89 on January 21, 2012, 12:57:22 PM
Free speech is better here then in the U.S.. But no one will actually do anything. The border between Norway and  Sweden is barely noticeable, customs might call you in but it is doubtful. Norwegians are very difficult for a libertarian to understand. They know they are being fucked over but they think it is just skippy, and they think it is strange when someone gets upset about even the most evil statist shit you can imagine. Taxes is so absurd you wouldn't believe me if I told you what they were. examples 300% on a new car, gas costs around 9 dollars a gallon, national sales tax of 26%, (even between vendors, yes that's correct you as a final customer probably payed it at least twice) I pay 33% income tax.
However you can use the system big time. Back problem? Stay home forever. Kid pukes? Stay home a month. Unemployment for two years if you get fired, which is unlikely since it is close to impossible for a company to do that. Want to start a little company? Great idea, except you will have to compete with someone who is "sick" or retired who can work for 1/3 of what you could take and barely get by. So Norway punishes honest people and rewards dishonest ones, right up to terrorists. That guy who murdered those 80 kids last July lives in a nice country prison and had to select, out of hundreds, 15 women to have his baby. Most Norwegians think that is just swell.
I could rant til my keyboard exploded but I think that will do.
 So because everyone is encouraged to be helpless, Norways whole plan seems to be to turn into one giant nursing home. And indeed many people are brought in to take care of retirees. Norwegians of course don't want to work so companies are allowed to hire people who don't live there. Most of the actual work at the company I work for is done by people who live in and are from Romania.
 You are right about the churches but many of the actual burners were murdering scumbags besides being arsonist and it is hard to like them so much. I will say this though, when a Norwegian becomes a real criminal they tend to be pretty smart. They can do a great deal of damage as well because the authorities are used to such a docile people. That terrorist mentioned earlier actually got bored waiting for the fucking cops to show up.
 Where was I?
 A lot of immigrants come into the country and work hard. These people are generally kicked out. Some immigrants come in and do crime. The authorities can't find these, and unless one is sleeping on the couch in the police station lobby they won't put a lot of effort into finding them either, if they do have to arrest one of them for the blood spatter all over his cloths he gets to go to a prison that is like a hotel. Then of course there are bunches that come in legally and live off the state. During the Cosovo war towards the end Norway sent hard working mothers and innocent children back to Bosnia, while young male "conscientious objectors" got to stay living off the dole.
 Norways culture seems to be committing suicide now that I think about it. Good riddance.
Title: Re: Anti-Immigration activist Jared Taylor
Post by: Tom Foppiano on January 21, 2012, 03:55:02 PM
You live in Norway? WTF?????

You'd better keep your socialist thoughts to yourself or we'll invade! America > Europe! Ahhhhhh!

Seriously, though, one of my econ instructors in college was from Sweden and we studied its labor laws. Basically, due to the fact that its near impossible for fire someone, its near impossible to get hired. The employer is taking a huge risk when he/she hires someone because it will likely be a multi-year gamble.

He told us to think of it like this.......pretend that you have to marry the person you meet on your first date for 2-3 years. Would you not be more picky about who you ask out?
Title: Re: Anti-Immigration activist Jared Taylor
Post by: alaric89 on January 21, 2012, 05:06:00 PM
I deleted a lot. My "Norway sucks" rant can go a couple of books. Anti immigration wasn't my thing even when I was a Republican, so its not really my subject, but I tried. They force companies to hire too, though. Honestly, finding a boss to complain about this is almost a pleasure. Norwegians are bizarre. They complain, just not about the state.*


I was Born and raised in Montana. I have to be in Norway because of my kids being here.

You shouldn't marry chicks after a couple of dates?
Ah man... that explains a lot.
Title: Re: Anti-Immigration activist Jared Taylor
Post by: hellbilly on January 23, 2012, 07:21:17 PM
I'm having a hard time wrapping my mind around this stuff. If a country developed a balanced system that actually worked - under the tag of Socialism, Communism, whatever - as long as it worked I'd be fine with paying high taxes. As it is now, Norway's culture is fucked. At least in the ways you've described.

The present day culture there is screwed up, but I don't see it as the "real" Norwegian culture. Just as I don't view today's American culture as being authentic. But I'm probably totally wrong on this and am clinging too hard to nostalgia.
Title: Re: Anti-Immigration activist Jared Taylor
Post by: alaric89 on January 24, 2012, 12:05:45 AM
The real unsubsidised culture, is beautiful. You find it on old farms boat docks etc. they are being crushed by high taxes. Many of the people working on their own accord to preserve that are also immigrants. It is even sadder to watch, they don't have a chance. When the old owner dies, the state will make it impossible for the next generation (or buyer who gives a fuck) to carry on.
Title: Re: Anti-Immigration activist Jared Taylor
Post by: FlashX12 on March 26, 2012, 08:46:28 PM
A First Timer’s View of an American Renaissance Conference

http://amren.com/opinion/2012/03/a-first-timers-view-of-an-american-renaissance-conference/ (http://amren.com/opinion/2012/03/a-first-timers-view-of-an-american-renaissance-conference/)

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A weekend of fellowship and inspiration.

I attended the 2012 American Renaissance Conference, which was held this past weekend, March 16–18. I would like to tell those who wanted to go but were unable to attend, those who are considering attending in the future, as well as those who have their doubts about the whole thing, what it was like.



This was my first AR conference. I had registered for last year’s conference in Charlotte which was canceled due to thuggish intimidation from the enemies of free speech, and the spinelessness of hotel management. But I went to Charlotte anyway and attended the “shadow conference” organized by Matt Parrott and Jaenelle Antas. This small-scale but inspiring event provided a tantalizing glimpse of what a full-scale AR conference might be like, so I was determined not to miss this year’s affair.

To ensure our rights of free speech and assembly would be protected, the 2012 conference was held at the Montgomery Bell State Park Inn and Conference Center, a government property located about 40 miles west of Nashville, in central Tennessee. It was a good choice. The modern facility is a glass, stone and brick structure–very pleasing to the eye–overlooking a lake and set amidst rolling wooded hills. The staff was friendly and efficient, and my room was quite comfortable, with a nice view of the lake. I arrived in the early afternoon on Friday and after a quick workout in the fitness room began meeting other conference goers.

Almost immediately, it felt more like a family reunion—with blood relatives I had not met before—than a formal, academically oriented conference with strangers from all over the United States and Europe. Virtually everyone was warm and friendly—and interesting. I was soon engrossed in conversations with doctors, professors, lawyers, engineers, businessmen, teachers, college students and retirees. These people had come to the conference for the same reason I had: a concern for the future of our people and our civilization. The camaraderie was instant and intense.

The formal part of the conference, from Friday’s reception and welcome by Jared Taylor through the speeches over the next two days and Mr. Taylor’s concluding remarks on Sunday, has already been well described by Henry Wolff. To that I will add a few personal observations about the speakers and my experiences.

Although all the speakers were interesting, and often entertaining, I had several favorites: Robert Weissburg, for his puckish humor and practical advice on how to use the hypocrisy and implicit racism of the Left to keep our communities white–implicitly, but effectively; Alex Kurtagic, for his fiery demand that we must be creators of a new, better, Western man, not mere defenders of the old, flawed version–still beloved by “mainstream” conservatives—which is bringing us closer to destruction each day; and David Yeagley, whose unique perspective as a Comanche Indian lent special punch to his message for the white race: Man up!

But despite the high quality of the speakers, the best part of the conference for me was the fellowship I’ve already described, plus the opportunity to meet people I’ve come to know and admire on the internet. I was delighted to meet in person Courtney, a strong-willed and beautiful young woman from Alabama who is one of the fixtures of the Council of Conservative Citizens’ chat room. I had a chance to talk with James Edwards, the dynamic and charismatic host of The Political Cesspool radio show, whom I had met once before. And I finally got to meet James’ co-host, the great Keith Alexander, whose “take no prisoners” commentary and exposés of what really happened during the civil-rights movement make him–as James often says–a national treasure.

On Saturday night, long after the last speech, I found myself deep in conversation with some of the “young guns” of our movement, many of whom were college students or recent graduates. The idealism, intensity, and intelligence of these young people were inspiring and filled me with hope for the future.

It’s difficult to sum up exactly what it was like to finally attend an AmRen conference, but I’ll give it a try. I like to hike, camp, and climb mountains. Sometimes, after a long, hard day, through hail and snow and slippery rocks, the hiker comes to a point where the air is especially clean, the view is especially glorious, and the feeling of accomplishment is especially satisfying–where he feels like he has done a good thing.

That’s the feeling I have after attending the 2012 AR conference.
Title: Re: Anti-Immigration activist Jared Taylor
Post by: hellbilly on March 26, 2012, 09:03:25 PM
A First Timer’s View of an American Renaissance Conference

http://amren.com/opinion/2012/03/a-first-timers-view-of-an-american-renaissance-conference/ (http://amren.com/opinion/2012/03/a-first-timers-view-of-an-american-renaissance-conference/)


Hope you'll answer a few questions.

Average age of attendees? Do you feel the organization is primarily older individuals?

Average disposition of attendees? Bitter, cowardly, meek, pleasant?

Is the morality centered on Christianity? For instance, how open is the group to atheists & gays or others outside the "mainstream"?

For that matter, would minorities be welcome to attend, assuming they had a peaceful presence?
Title: Re: Anti-Immigration activist Jared Taylor
Post by: FlashX12 on March 26, 2012, 09:36:44 PM
-- One of the main speakers was a minority. Many Americans, of all colors, want less immigration.

-- Many people are sympathetic to Homosexuality, and are homosexual themselves, which brings them to the movement in the first place. As gays are being persecuted by third world immigrants in western nations.
Title: Re: Anti-Immigration activist Jared Taylor
Post by: Turd Ferguson on March 26, 2012, 09:41:06 PM
Many Americans, of all colors, want less immigration.

 

How can you have less immigration without a huge police presence and central authority? Seems the two always go hand in hand.
Title: Re: Anti-Immigration activist Jared Taylor
Post by: FlashX12 on April 13, 2012, 09:47:23 PM
The Trayvon Shooting: Fact Versus Fantasy (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HSnX7NSMs6I#ws) New Jared Taylor video on Zimmerman.
Title: sorry lost my old account name...
Post by: TheHideOut on October 08, 2012, 11:28:05 PM
I dont' know if it'll work out right. But it's worth a shot at setting up an interview
Title: Re: Anti-Immigration activist Jared Taylor
Post by: dalebert on October 09, 2012, 01:10:31 AM
Necroed