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 The Shoe-Thrower SpeaksPosted on Feb 19, 2009
Iraqi journalist Muntadar al-Zaidi, who quickly became renowned throughout the world after chucking his shoes at President George W. Bush during a press conference in Baghdad last December, took the stand in court Thursday to defend his memorable act as a gesture of self-expression, on behalf of both himself and “the Iraqi people.”
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By ZombieNation, February 20 at 4:11 pm #
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“Bush’s visit was unannounced, guests should knock on the door. Those who come sneaking in are not guests.” Neither are those who kick-in your door.
This man is not only a hero but also brilliant, great defense to the charge of insulting a “official” guest.
He should be made Prime Minister of Iraq !!!
Report thisBy Folktruther, February 20 at 2:40 pm #
Aparently in Arab culture it is common to throw something to express defiance and contempt. Thus in Palestine throwing stones at boder guards or other acts of defiance have a different meaning than in Western culture. Otherwise they might have tortured him to death. Now he is obviously a hero to the whole world and so they have to treat him more gingerly. Even under the Freedom and Democracy that the US has installed in their occupations.
Report thisBy nimblehuman, February 20 at 11:58 am #
It’s a terrible reflection on the government of Iraq that they are prosecuting this man so ferociously instead of just giving him a slap on the wrist and letting him go. He did what millions of people the world over wish they had the opportunity, and the bravery, to do.
December 14 should be declared Muntadhar day, and made a national holiday in Iraq (if not also in the US!)
Report thisBy hippy pam, February 20 at 10:15 am #
This guy just did what some[not all]of us would like to have done….Throw SOMETHING at “ole bullshit”.....But there wasn’t any one with the BALLS to do it…..American Sheeple=COWARDS
Report thisTHIS MAN IS A HERO!!!!!!!
By HC, February 20 at 5:23 am #
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M.B.S.S. noted that Dumbya dodged the shoes quite swiftly. Such agility shouldn’t come as much of a surprise, he’s been extremely well practiced in dodging the truth and responsibility his entire life.
Report thisBy PSmith, February 20 at 4:57 am #
THE STATUE - IN THE MALL
We need an Iraqi-sized statue of the shoe—perhaps near the Mall. Even as a temporary event, in order get the photographs for Bush posterity.
Any subversive pranksters in the D.C area like to rise to the challenge?
http://towleroad.typepad.com/photos/uncategorized/2009/01/30/shoebush.jpg
> By amunaor, February 19 at 10:08 pm #
Report this> We should also establish a national shoe day holiday in honor of the size ten, in perpetuity.
By amunaor, February 20 at 3:08 am #
Obama should demand Maliki pardon this brave man and a statue be erected next to Lincoln.
We should also establish a national shoe day holiday in honor of the size ten, in perpetuity.
Report thisBy M.B.S.S., February 20 at 2:14 am #
you have to admit, bush dodged that shoe quite swiftly. its as if he was waiting for something like that to happen.
Report thisBy freeyourmind, February 19 at 11:08 pm #
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do you understand what it means to throw shoes at someone in this mans country.I agree, Bush is lower than dog shit. This man has more balls than all the sheeple in the good old usa.
Report thisBy coloradokarl, February 19 at 10:49 pm #
Throwing shoes at a President, a Plumber or a Clown is still simple assault and depending on past criminal indiscretions should be tried and sentenced as such. Time served?
Report thisBy Paolo, February 19 at 10:34 pm #
Now, if only some Americans had the guts to throw shoes at our leaders, on our soil….
Report thisBy Sepharad, February 19 at 10:20 pm #
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I wish he hadn’t missed.
Report thisBy PSmith, February 19 at 10:17 pm #
Flowers should be thrown in his path and comely maidens attend his every wish ...
Oh, Waitup. Alternatively, STOP torturing him.
Report thisBy PatrickHenry, February 19 at 10:03 pm #
I think we should name a national holiday after this guy.
He puts our “free press” to shame.
Report thisBy amilius, February 19 at 7:52 pm #
Mr. Al-Zaidi is modest. He spoke for the world when he tossed those shoes. He should be thanked, not chastised. Release him now.
Report thisBy dr wu, February 19 at 7:36 pm #
Free the shoethrower—free all political prisoners.
Report thisBy joe, February 19 at 7:21 pm #
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bush got what he deserved,i wish it was me.
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