Minnesota police arrest CNN reporter on air while covering Minneapolis protests.

The Minnesota State Patrol have arrested a CNN reporter reporting live on television while covering the Minneapolis protests, without giving any reason, leading him and three crew members away in handcuffs.

Black reporter Omar Jimenez had just shown a protester being arrested when about half a dozen white police officers surrounded him.

"We can move back to where you like," Jimenez told the officers wearing gas masks and face shields, before explaining live on air that he and his crew were members of the press.

"We're getting out of your way.

"This is among the state patrol unit that was advancing up the street, seeing and scattering the protesters at that point for people to clear the area. And so we walked away," Jimenez said before being told he was under arrest and handcuffed by two officers.

Jimenez and his crew have since been released from police custody.

After the CNN cameraman was arrested, his camera was set on the ground and continued to transmit live footage.

"Why am I under arrest, sir?"

What the f.uck going on over there?  Now the press is being arrested for covering the situation? This is a monumental f.uckup by the police force.

USA Politics is weak at the bottom, strong at the Presidential level.
USA Art is strong at the bottom, weak at the top of Disney.

Why don't all those Rioters pull out all their guns and just starting shooting at everything?
The Moslems in the Middle-East do.

MSM?  Better to just Night and Fog the bloody lot...

They also arrested a white guy. The voice-over from CNN described him as a producer, so perhaps they were hinting that he was Jewish. Would that be worse, do you think?

Raven wrote on May 30^th, 2020 at 12:19am:

Minnesota police arrest CNN reporter on air while covering Minneapolis protests. The Minnesota State Patrol have arrested a CNN reporter reporting live on television while covering the Minneapolis protests, without giving any reason, leading him and three crew members away in handcuffs. Black reporter Omar Jimenez had just shown a protester being arrested when about half a dozen white police officers surrounded him. "We can move back to where you like," Jimenez told the officers wearing gas masks and face shields, before explaining live on air that he and his crew were members of the press. "We're getting out of your way. "This is among the state patrol unit that was advancing up the street, seeing and scattering the protesters at that point for people to clear the area. And so we walked away," Jimenez said before being told he was under arrest and handcuffed by two officers. Jimenez and his crew have since been released from police custody. After the CNN cameraman was arrested, his camera was set on the ground and continued to transmit live footage. "Why am I under arrest, sir?" What the f.uck going on over there?  Now the press is being arrested for covering the situation? This is a monumental f.uckup by the police force.

I saw it.
What were the handcuffs for?
The Yanks really go overboard with everything they do.
It's a sick society.

They use them for arresting people Bobby.

Raven wrote on May 30^th, 2020 at 12:19am:

Minnesota police arrest CNN reporter on air while covering Minneapolis protests. The Minnesota State Patrol have arrested a CNN reporter reporting live on television while covering the Minneapolis protests, without giving any reason, leading him and three crew members away in handcuffs. Black reporter Omar Jimenez had just shown a protester being arrested when about half a dozen white police officers surrounded him. "We can move back to where you like," Jimenez told the officers wearing gas masks and face shields, before explaining live on air that he and his crew were members of the press. "We're getting out of your way. "This is among the state patrol unit that was advancing up the street, seeing and scattering the protesters at that point for people to clear the area. And so we walked away," Jimenez said before being told he was under arrest and handcuffed by two officers. Jimenez and his crew have since been released from police custody. After the CNN cameraman was arrested, his camera was set on the ground and continued to transmit live footage. "Why am I under arrest, sir?" What the f.uck going on over there?  Now the press is being arrested for covering the situation? This is a monumental f.uckup by the police force.

Most prolly a secret directive sent down by trump - he hates CNN

Spot

Will all the people who foam at the mouth about constitutional overreach and stifling of free speech when a YouTube video is demonetised take a stand against this attack on the constitution and the right to free press?

Or will they cream in their tighty-whities because it was CNN?

I got the impression from the video that these people were not wearing anything to identify them as journalists. They were deliberately dressing down. The video quality seemed poor for CNN.

freediver wrote on May 30^th, 2020 at 9:44am:

I got the impression from the video that these people were not wearing anything to identify them as journalists. They were deliberately dressing down. The video quality seemed poor for CNN.

the guy has his press ID hanging on a lanyard off his shorts and. He clearly showed it to the police in the video. Press don't wear uniforms.

With that idiot in charge, America is fast becoming a police state. Instead of easing tensions, the idiot orange oompa loompa is encouraging people to start shooting.

The sooner they get rid of Thrumpy the better of all Americans will be.

John Smith wrote on May 30^th, 2020 at 10:15am:

freediver wrote on May 30th, 2020 at 9:44am: I got the impression from the video that these people were not wearing anything to identify them as journalists. They were deliberately dressing down. The video quality seemed poor for CNN. the guy has his press ID hanging on a lanyard off his shorts and. He clearly showed it to the police in the video. Press don't wear uniforms.

How often do you see a talking head dressed like that guy?

freediver wrote on May 30^th, 2020 at 10:31am:

John Smith wrote on May 30th, 2020 at 10:15am: freediver wrote on May 30th, 2020 at 9:44am: I got the impression from the video that these people were not wearing anything to identify them as journalists. They were deliberately dressing down. The video quality seemed poor for CNN. the guy has his press ID hanging on a lanyard off his shorts and. He clearly showed it to the police in the video. Press don't wear uniforms. How often do you see a talking head dressed like that guy?

was he arrested for being out of uniform  are you suggesting???.. ::) ::)  he had a microphone and huge camera.... that should ring alarm bells.. :( :(

what a sad awful country its wrong to be black.

freediver wrote on May 30^th, 2020 at 10:31am:

John Smith wrote on May 30th, 2020 at 10:15am: freediver wrote on May 30th, 2020 at 9:44am: I got the impression from the video that these people were not wearing anything to identify them as journalists. They were deliberately dressing down. The video quality seemed poor for CNN. the guy has his press ID hanging on a lanyard off his shorts and. He clearly showed it to the police in the video. Press don't wear uniforms. How often do you see a talking head dressed like that guy?

maybe he got caught in the riots unprepared and decided to go live? Or maybe he was supposed to remain behind the camera. Who knows why. We don'thave all the information

Besides, It makes no difference. He clearly had his id and he clearly showed it to the officers arresting him. Even if at first they mistook him for a someone else, once he showed them the id they should have backed off

What's with your focus on the ID? Does the US government dictate who is an official journalist and who is not, and this licence is some kind of permit to wander through a police operation to subdue a riot? Is that really what this is about?

And who do you think they mistook him for? Do you think the police go out and get warrants issued before arresting people in the middle of a riot and mass looting?

freediver wrote on May 30^th, 2020 at 11:46am:

What's with your focus on the ID? Does the US government dictate who is an official journalist and who is not, and this licence is some kind of permit to wander through a police operation to subdue a riot? Is that really what this is about?

You tell me. Afterall, you were the one pretending they were arrested because they weren't wearing anything to identify them as journalists

And no, the us govt. does not dictate who can be a journalist ... but press passes can grant journalists access to otherwise restricted area ... like behind police lines during an operation. It situations such as riots, they can be used to instantly tell police that you're ok and have a valid reason for being there. FYI. Press passes are usually issued by local law enforcement.

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You tell me. Afterall, you were the one pretending they were arrested because they weren't wearing anything to identify them as journalists

No I wasn't. Do try to keep up John.

How does a "press ID" clearly identify anyone if it is just something dangling from your trousers that people make for themselves?

freediver wrote on May 30^th, 2020 at 12:14pm:

No I wasn't

freediver wrote on May 30^th, 2020 at 9:44am:

I got the impression from the video that these people were not wearing anything to identify them as journalists.

freediver wrote on May 30^th, 2020 at 12:14pm:

How does a "press ID" clearly identify anyone if it is just something dangling from your trousers that people make for themselves?

they're issued by local law enforcement FD. I've already told you that. And it wasn't just dangling. if you'd watched the video you would see he was clearly holding it out to several officers to see.

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they're issued by local law enforcement FD

Did this journalist have a police-issued press ID?

freediver wrote on May 30^th, 2020 at 1:06pm:

Quote: they're issued by local law enforcement FD Did this journalist have a police-issued press ID?

I know that press id's are usually issued by law enforcement. I can't speak as to the specifics of this guys press id.

So you lied. Again.

https://nppa.org/presscredentials

News organizations generally issue their own ID cards that identify employees

Back to the issue at hand. You appear to acknowledge that he was dressed unusually for a talking head representing a major news organisation. Can you think of a more plausible explanation for why he would dress that way?

freediver wrote on May 30^th, 2020 at 8:32am:

They use them for arresting people Bobby.

You don't need handcuffs to arrest someone -
especially not a reporter who is being compliant.

All arrestees are compliant, until they aren't. The place was literally burning down around them. If there was ever a time to use handcuffs as a matter of course, that was it.

freediver wrote on May 30^th, 2020 at 2:42pm:

All arrestees are compliant, until they aren't. The place was literally burning down around them. If there was ever a time to use handcuffs as a matter of course, that was it.

Was he, by any chance, tinted?

freediver wrote on May 30^th, 2020 at 2:25pm:

So you lied. Again. https://nppa.org/presscredentials News organizations generally issue their own ID cards that identify employees Back to the issue at hand. You appear to acknowledge that he was dressed unusually for a talking head representing a major news organisation. Can you think of a more plausible explanation for why he would dress that way?

no, I did not lie. Rather selective of you to bypass everything else in the link and cherry pick one comment


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It is important to realize that you do not need a press "credential" to take pictures or cover events in public places (streets, parks, sidewalks that are not closed off to public access). You do not need government approval to work as a journalist, although it may be beneficial to obtain a “Press ID” or an official government-issued press credential for other reasons. Press credentials related to news coverage are usually issued by law enforcement agencies.

https://nppa.org/page/press-credentials

Another CNN reporter says he was 'treated much differently'

CNN's Josh Campbell, who was in the area but not standing with the on-air crew, said he, too, was approached by police, but was allowed to remain.
"I identified myself ... they said, 'OK, you're permitted to be in the area,'" recounted Campbell,  "I was treated much differently than (Jimenez) was."

The crew's arrest is a counterpoint, CNN political analyst Bakari Sellers said, to anyone who says, "All you have to do is comply; all you have to do is use your nice inside voice, and the police will leave you alone."

"We have a white reporter on the ground, and we have a brown reporter on the ground. They are a block apart. The brown reporter is arrested and the white reporter is telling us what's happening," Sellers said.

"We saw a reporter who is educated, who is brown, who is doing his job better than anybody ... (who) was in harm's way, letting the American people see what's going on, on the ground. He complied. He said he would move. ... You almost have to laugh not to just be furious."

Karnal wrote on May 30^th, 2020 at 4:37pm:

freediver wrote on May 30th, 2020 at 2:42pm: All arrestees are compliant, until they aren't. The place was literally burning down around them. If there was ever a time to use handcuffs as a matter of course, that was it. Was he, by any chance, tinted?

FD?

Raven wrote on May 30^th, 2020 at 9:00pm:

Another CNN reporter says he was 'treated much differently' CNN's Josh Campbell, who was in the area but not standing with the on-air crew, said he, too, was approached by police, but was allowed to remain. "I identified myself ... they said, 'OK, you're permitted to be in the area,'" recounted Campbell,  "I was treated much differently than (Jimenez) was." The crew's arrest is a counterpoint, CNN political analyst Bakari Sellers said, to anyone who says, "All you have to do is comply; all you have to do is use your nice inside voice, and the police will leave you alone." "We have a white reporter on the ground, and we have a brown reporter on the ground. They are a block apart. The brown reporter is arrested and the white reporter is telling us what's happening," Sellers said. "We saw a reporter who is educated, who is brown, who is doing his job better than anybody ... (who) was in harm's way, letting the American people see what's going on, on the ground. He complied. He said he would move. ... You almost have to laugh not to just be furious."

Sure, but he probably had the right press pass.

Ask FD for the details.

freediver wrote on May 30^th, 2020 at 2:42pm:

All arrestees are compliant, until they aren't. The place was literally burning down around them. If there was ever a time to use handcuffs as a matter of course, that was it.

Come on freediver.  The man dont have a weapon, and was not acting suspiciously .  He has clearly identified himself before the attempted arrest.  He has two other persons with him, with a big camera, and a microphone.  All three of them were clearly not participating in looting or rioting.  What reason can there be to arrest him?   

Not unprecedented for journalists to be arrested, can we blame Obama for the arrest of this journalist?


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In Ferguson, Washington Post reporter Wesley Lowery gives account of his arrest By Wesley Lowery August 14, 2014 FERGUSON, Mo. — For the past week in Ferguson, reporters have been using the McDonald’s a few blocks from the scene of Michael Brown’s shooting as a staging area. Demonstrations have blown up each night nearby. But inside there’s WiFi and outlets, so it’s common for reporters to gather there. As I sat there, many armed officers came in — some who were dressed as normal officers, others who were dressed with more gear. More here- https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/in-ferguson-washington-post-reporter-wesley-lowery-gives-account-of-his-arrest/2014/08/13/0fe25c0e-2359-11e4-86ca-6f03cbd15c1a_story.html

Baronvonrort wrote on May 30^th, 2020 at 11:54pm:

Not unprecedented for journalists to be arrested, can we blame Obama for the arrest of this journalist? Quote: In Ferguson, Washington Post reporter Wesley Lowery gives account of his arrest By Wesley Lowery August 14, 2014 FERGUSON, Mo. — For the past week in Ferguson, reporters have been using the McDonald’s a few blocks from the scene of Michael Brown’s shooting as a staging area. Demonstrations have blown up each night nearby. But inside there’s WiFi and outlets, so it’s common for reporters to gather there. As I sat there, many armed officers came in — some who were dressed as normal officers, others who were dressed with more gear. More here- https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/in-ferguson-washington-post-reporter-wesley-lowery-gives-account-of-his-arrest/2014/08/13/0fe25c0e-2359-11e4-86ca-6f03cbd15c1a_story.html

This is a good start.

  Many want all CNN personal arrested. They are not a "news organisation" - CNN is in fact a propaganda outlet making up stories and presenting them as news. They were probably doing just that when arrested.

They just settled a 275 million fine for presenting a group of innocent school kids as vile perpetrators of racism. A lie and they lost!  ;D

Richdude wrote on May 31^st, 2020 at 12:11am:

Baronvonrort wrote on May 30th, 2020 at 11:54pm: Not unprecedented for journalists to be arrested, can we blame Obama for the arrest of this journalist? Quote: In Ferguson, Washington Post reporter Wesley Lowery gives account of his arrest By Wesley Lowery August 14, 2014 FERGUSON, Mo. — For the past week in Ferguson, reporters have been using the McDonald’s a few blocks from the scene of Michael Brown’s shooting as a staging area. Demonstrations have blown up each night nearby. But inside there’s WiFi and outlets, so it’s common for reporters to gather there. As I sat there, many armed officers came in — some who were dressed as normal officers, others who were dressed with more gear. More here- https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/in-ferguson-washington-post-reporter-wesley-lowery-gives-account-of-his-arrest/2014/08/13/0fe25c0e-2359-11e4-86ca-6f03cbd15c1a_story.html This is a good start.   Many want all CNN personal arrested. They are not a "news organisation" - CNN is in fact a propaganda outlet making up stories and presenting them as news. They were probably doing just that when arrested. They just settled a 275 million fine for presenting a group of innocent school kids as vile perpetrators of racism. A lie and they lost!  ;D

This case from the Cartoon News Network?
https://edition.cnn.com/2020/01/07/media/cnn-settles-lawsuit-viral-video/index.html

The rioters attacked CNN building in Atlanta probably the only time worth tuning in for them.

No protestors rioters wearing MAGA hats looked like BLM and Antifa

tickleandrose wrote on May 30^th, 2020 at 11:13pm:

freediver wrote on May 30th, 2020 at 2:42pm: All arrestees are compliant, until they aren't. The place was literally burning down around them. If there was ever a time to use handcuffs as a matter of course, that was it. Come on freediver.  The man dont have a weapon, and was not acting suspiciously .  He has clearly identified himself before the attempted arrest.  He has two other persons with him, with a big camera, and a microphone.  All three of them were clearly not participating in looting or rioting.  What reason can there be to arrest him?

Er, wrong press pass, aparrently.

Now no more questions.

Baronvonrort wrote on May 31^st, 2020 at 12:25am:

Richdude wrote on May 31st, 2020 at 12:11am: Baronvonrort wrote on May 30th, 2020 at 11:54pm: Not unprecedented for journalists to be arrested, can we blame Obama for the arrest of this journalist? Quote: In Ferguson, Washington Post reporter Wesley Lowery gives account of his arrest By Wesley Lowery August 14, 2014 FERGUSON, Mo. — For the past week in Ferguson, reporters have been using the McDonald’s a few blocks from the scene of Michael Brown’s shooting as a staging area. Demonstrations have blown up each night nearby. But inside there’s WiFi and outlets, so it’s common for reporters to gather there. As I sat there, many armed officers came in — some who were dressed as normal officers, others who were dressed with more gear. More here- https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/in-ferguson-washington-post-reporter-wesley-lowery-gives-account-of-his-arrest/2014/08/13/0fe25c0e-2359-11e4-86ca-6f03cbd15c1a_story.html This is a good start.   Many want all CNN personal arrested. They are not a "news organisation" - CNN is in fact a propaganda outlet making up stories and presenting them as news. They were probably doing just that when arrested. They just settled a 275 million fine for presenting a group of innocent school kids as vile perpetrators of racism. A lie and they lost!  ;D This case from the Cartoon News Network? https://edition.cnn.com/2020/01/07/media/cnn-settles-lawsuit-viral-video/index.html The rioters attacked CNN building in Atlanta probably the only time worth tuning in for them. No protestors rioters wearing MAGA hats looked like BLM and Antifa

Probably George's brown shirts at work again.

This is a job for the FBI to track down Antifa personal and punish them and their sources of funding ie George Soros.

Why isn't the FBI doing its job? Too busy releasing hardened criminals back into the community.

Karnal wrote on May 31^st, 2020 at 12:37am:

tickleandrose wrote on May 30th, 2020 at 11:13pm: freediver wrote on May 30th, 2020 at 2:42pm: All arrestees are compliant, until they aren't. The place was literally burning down around them. If there was ever a time to use handcuffs as a matter of course, that was it. Come on freediver.  The man dont have a weapon, and was not acting suspiciously .  He has clearly identified himself before the attempted arrest.  He has two other persons with him, with a big camera, and a microphone.  All three of them were clearly not participating in looting or rioting.  What reason can there be to arrest him?    Er, wrong press pass, aparrently. Now no more questions.

CNN "reporters" are upset - feel they've been victimised.

This is CNN's fault. The police and public have lost respect for journalists because of lies that CNN and other fake news outlets have pushed on an unsuspecting public. Now and in the past.

They did it to themselves.

Karma is a bitch!

John Smith wrote on May 30^th, 2020 at 4:42pm:

freediver wrote on May 30th, 2020 at 2:25pm: So you lied. Again. https://nppa.org/presscredentials News organizations generally issue their own ID cards that identify employees Back to the issue at hand. You appear to acknowledge that he was dressed unusually for a talking head representing a major news organisation. Can you think of a more plausible explanation for why he would dress that way? no, I did not lie. Rather selective of you to bypass everything else in the link and cherry pick one comment Quote: It is important to realize that you do not need a press "credential" to take pictures or cover events in public places (streets, parks, sidewalks that are not closed off to public access). You do not need government approval to work as a journalist, although it may be beneficial to obtain a “Press ID” or an official government-issued press credential for other reasons. Press credentials related to news coverage are usually issued by law enforcement agencies. https://nppa.org/page/press-credentials

You got caught making things up John. Again. Own it. You have no idea whether he had a police-issued press pass, or whether such a pass would have any relevance in that situation. So why did you claim that he did?

Sir Spot of Borg wrote on May 30^th, 2020 at 9:21am:

Raven wrote on May 30th, 2020 at 12:19am: Minnesota police arrest CNN reporter on air while covering Minneapolis protests. The Minnesota State Patrol have arrested a CNN reporter reporting live on television while covering the Minneapolis protests, without giving any reason, leading him and three crew members away in handcuffs. Black reporter Omar Jimenez had just shown a protester being arrested when about half a dozen white police officers surrounded him. "We can move back to where you like," Jimenez told the officers wearing gas masks and face shields, before explaining live on air that he and his crew were members of the press. "We're getting out of your way. "This is among the state patrol unit that was advancing up the street, seeing and scattering the protesters at that point for people to clear the area. And so we walked away," Jimenez said before being told he was under arrest and handcuffed by two officers. Jimenez and his crew have since been released from police custody. After the CNN cameraman was arrested, his camera was set on the ground and continued to transmit live footage. "Why am I under arrest, sir?" What the f.uck going on over there?  Now the press is being arrested for covering the situation? This is a monumental f.uckup by the police force. Most prolly a secret directive sent down by trump - he hates CNN Spot

You 'most PROLLY' post schit.......

freediver wrote on May 31^st, 2020 at 9:17am:

John Smith wrote on May 30th, 2020 at 4:42pm: freediver wrote on May 30th, 2020 at 2:25pm: So you lied. Again. https://nppa.org/presscredentials News organizations generally issue their own ID cards that identify employees Back to the issue at hand. You appear to acknowledge that he was dressed unusually for a talking head representing a major news organisation. Can you think of a more plausible explanation for why he would dress that way? no, I did not lie. Rather selective of you to bypass everything else in the link and cherry pick one comment Quote: It is important to realize that you do not need a press "credential" to take pictures or cover events in public places (streets, parks, sidewalks that are not closed off to public access). You do not need government approval to work as a journalist, although it may be beneficial to obtain a “Press ID” or an official government-issued press credential for other reasons. Press credentials related to news coverage are usually issued by law enforcement agencies. https://nppa.org/page/press-credentials You got caught making things up John. Again. Own it. You have no idea whether he had a police-issued press pass, or whether such a pass would have any relevance in that situation. So why did you claim that he did?

Where did I ever say HE has a police issue press pass? :D :D 

In fact, i specifically told you that


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I can't speak as to the specifics of this guys press id.

Why do you feel the need to make crap up FD? Do you really feel that threatened or is it just in your nature to bullsh1t?

John Smith wrote on May 30^th, 2020 at 1:01pm:

freediver wrote on May 30th, 2020 at 12:14pm: How does a "press ID" clearly identify anyone if it is just something dangling from your trousers that people make for themselves? they're issued by local law enforcement FD. I've already told you that.

What is it with you and making things up John?

Back to the original question. You acknowledge that his dress was uncharacteristic for a journalist from a major news network. You also acknowledge that this press pass you made such a big fuss over may have  no value at all.

So, can you think of a more plausible explanation for his uncharacteristic presentation?

freediver wrote on May 31^st, 2020 at 9:46am:

John Smith wrote on May 30th, 2020 at 1:01pm: freediver wrote on May 30th, 2020 at 12:14pm: How does a "press ID" clearly identify anyone if it is just something dangling from your trousers that people make for themselves? they're issued by local law enforcement FD. I've already told you that. What is it with you and making things up John?

I even gave you the quote and the link to that fd ... :D :D

You contradicted yourself. You backpedaled. That does not mean you did not get caught making things up. Again. Why don't you own it John?

freediver wrote on May 31^st, 2020 at 9:49am:

You contradicted yourself. You backpedaled. That does not mean you did not get caught making things up. Again. Why don't you own it John?

I did not contradict myself, your just playing the idiot today.

Stop pretending, stop lying and stop making crap up about what I said.

John Smith wrote on May 30^th, 2020 at 1:01pm:

freediver wrote on May 30th, 2020 at 12:14pm: How does a "press ID" clearly identify anyone if it is just something dangling from your trousers that people make for themselves? they're issued by local law enforcement FD. I've already told you that.

Do you still think this is true John? Do you think it contradicts other things you have said here?

Also, where had you "already told me" that they are issued by law enforcement? Is this yet another example of you making things up?

Back to the original question. You acknowledge that his dress was uncharacteristic for a journalist from a major news network. You also acknowledge that this press pass you made such a big fuss over may have  merely been something that any person can make for themselves.

So, can you think of a more plausible explanation for his uncharacteristic presentation?

freediver wrote on May 31^st, 2020 at 9:59am:

Do you still think this is true John?

Bloody oath it's true. Unless you think the NPAA is lying
https://nppa.org/page/press-credentials


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It is important to realize that you do not need a press "credential" to take pictures or cover events in public places (streets, parks, sidewalks that are not closed off to public access). You do not need government approval to work as a journalist, although it may be beneficial to obtain a “Press ID” or an official government-issued press credential for other reasons. Press credentials related to news coverage are usually issued by law enforcement agencies. Requirements for the issuance of credentials are established by those agencies and vary by department. One agency may not recognize the privileges granted by the credentials from another department. Event specific press credentials are usually provided by the organizers of the event, i.e. major league sports, concerts, festivals, press conferences, corporate meetings.

freediver wrote on May 31^st, 2020 at 9:59am:

Do you think it contradicts other things you have said here?

not in the slightest


freediver wrote on May 31^st, 2020 at 9:59am:

Is this yet another example of you making things up?

no, I usually leave the making up crap to you. See the highlighted section of the quote apart


freediver wrote on May 31^st, 2020 at 9:59am:

You acknowledge that his dress was uncharacteristic for a journalist from a major news network.

I did no such thing


freediver wrote on May 31^st, 2020 at 9:59am:

. You also acknowledge that this press pass you made such a big fuss over may have  merely been something that any person can make for themselves.

again, I did no such thing


why make crap up FD?


freediver wrote on May 31^st, 2020 at 9:59am:

So, can you think of a more plausible explanation for his uncharacteristic presentation?

I've already given you two plausible explanations


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maybe he got caught in the riots unprepared and decided to go live? Or maybe he was supposed to remain behind the camera. Who knows why. We don'thave all the information

John Smith wrote on May 31^st, 2020 at 10:08am:

freediver wrote on May 31st, 2020 at 9:59am: John Smith wrote on May 30th, 2020 at 1:01pm: freediver wrote on May 30th, 2020 at 12:14pm: How does a "press ID" clearly identify anyone if it is just something dangling from your trousers that people make for themselves? they're issued by local law enforcement FD. I've already told you that. Do you still think this is true John? Bloody oath it's true. Unless you think the NPAA is lying https://nppa.org/page/press-credentials Quote: It is important to realize that you do not need a press "credential" to take pictures or cover events in public places (streets, parks, sidewalks that are not closed off to public access).

How do you know it is true?


John Smith wrote on May 30^th, 2020 at 1:34pm:

freediver wrote on May 30th, 2020 at 1:06pm: Quote: they're issued by local law enforcement FD Did this journalist have a police-issued press ID? I know that press id's are usually issued by law enforcement. I can't speak as to the specifics of this guys press id.

freediver wrote on May 31^st, 2020 at 10:11am:

How do you know it is true?

you haven't proven it's not

John Smith wrote on May 31^st, 2020 at 10:14am:

freediver wrote on May 31st, 2020 at 10:11am: How do you know it is true? you haven't proven it's not

So your ignorance of whether it is true makes it true?

freediver wrote on May 31^st, 2020 at 10:16am:

John Smith wrote on May 31st, 2020 at 10:14am: freediver wrote on May 31st, 2020 at 10:11am: How do you know it is true? you haven't proven it's not So your ignorance of whether it is true makes it true?

or alternatively it might have something to do with the quote you've been given multiple times by a credible source. :D :D

But you keep pretending fd, it's all you've got these days

John Smith wrote on May 31^st, 2020 at 10:08am:

freediver wrote on May 31st, 2020 at 9:59am: So, can you think of a more plausible explanation for his uncharacteristic presentation? I've already given you two plausible explanations Quote: maybe he got caught in the riots unprepared and decided to go live? Or maybe he was supposed to remain behind the camera. Who knows why. We don'thave all the information

So the most plausible explanation you can think of is that he managed to get several of his colleagues and all that recording equipment together, but forget to get changed out of his trackies and baseball cap?

Do you acknowledge that his dress was uncharacteristic?

freediver wrote on May 31^st, 2020 at 9:46am:

John Smith wrote on May 30th, 2020 at 1:01pm: freediver wrote on May 30th, 2020 at 12:14pm: How does a "press ID" clearly identify anyone if it is just something dangling from your trousers that people make for themselves? they're issued by local law enforcement FD. I've already told you that. What is it with you and making things up John? Back to the original question. You acknowledge that his dress was uncharacteristic for a journalist from a major news network. You also acknowledge that this press pass you made such a big fuss over may have  no value at all. So, can you think of a more plausible explanation for his uncharacteristic presentation?

He's asking if he was tinted, JS.

Better stay away from this one. FD's managed to avoid it thus far.

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Trump should be Australian head of state

capitosinora wrote on May 31^st, 2020 at 11:48am:

https://assets.catawiki.nl/assets/2019/10/30/5/b/b/5bba34a7-a2d4-4e77-b03a-b89ed80c9c30.jpg Trump should be Australian head of state

I agree but "people get the leader they deserve" - Australia does not deserve such a leader.

freediver wrote on May 31^st, 2020 at 10:37am:

John Smith wrote on May 31st, 2020 at 10:08am: freediver wrote on May 31st, 2020 at 9:59am: So, can you think of a more plausible explanation for his uncharacteristic presentation? I've already given you two plausible explanations Quote: maybe he got caught in the riots unprepared and decided to go live? Or maybe he was supposed to remain behind the camera. Who knows why. We don'thave all the information So the most plausible explanation you can think of is that he managed to get several of his colleagues and all that recording equipment together, but forget to get changed out of his trackies and baseball cap? Do you acknowledge that his dress was uncharacteristic?

no, the plausible explanations i gave were that he got caught in the riots unprepared and decided to go live? Or maybe he was supposed to remain behind the camera, everything else is you pretending i said something else.

You're getting to the stage where you lie with almost every post FD.  Not a great look for you

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the plausible explanations i gave were that he got caught in the riots unprepared

Unprepared in the sense that he was wearing his trackies and a baseball cap, but not in the sense that he had several colleagues and all that recording equipment ready to go?


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Or maybe he was supposed to remain behind the camera

Because he is black?

freediver wrote on May 31^st, 2020 at 1:42pm:

Quote: the plausible explanations i gave were that he got caught in the riots unprepared Unprepared in the sense that he was wearing his trackies and a baseball cap, but not in the sense that he had several colleagues and all that recording equipment ready to go? [quote]Or maybe he was supposed to remain behind the camera

Because he is black?[/quote]

Sorry, did you just say he is black?

It appeared that way. It was a bit hard to tell because apparently CNN don't give black reporters decent quality gear, so the video was a bit dodgy, but they did say his name was Omar.

freediver wrote on May 31^st, 2020 at 1:42pm:

Unprepared in the sense that he was wearing his trackies and a baseball cap, but not in the sense that he had several colleagues and all that recording equipment ready to go?

In the sense that he didn't have time to get changed. I would think news crews have their equipment loaded in their van or car ready to go at a moments notice. But you keep grasping those straws fd :D :D


freediver wrote on May 31^st, 2020 at 1:42pm:

Because he is black?

I'm sure that if it was up to you that would certainly be a consideration.

John Smith wrote on May 31^st, 2020 at 2:06pm:

freediver wrote on May 31st, 2020 at 1:42pm: Unprepared in the sense that he was wearing his trackies and a baseball cap, but not in the sense that he had several colleagues and all that recording equipment ready to go? In the sense that he didn't have time to get changed. I would think news crews have their equipment loaded in their van or car ready to go at a moments notice. But you keep grasping those straws fd :D :D freediver wrote on May 31st, 2020 at 1:42pm: Because he is black? I'm sure that if it was up to you that would certainly be a consideration.

So he has several colleagues and all that gear just sitting in a van in his driveway waiting to go, but nowhere to place his baseball cap and no jacket, and none of the other stuff that white journalists wouldn't be seen dead without? A good white female journalist can apply makeup while chasing an ambulance at speed, but a black man cannot remove his cap?

freediver wrote on May 31^st, 2020 at 2:15pm:

So he has several colleagues and all that gear just sitting in a van in his driveway waiting to go, but nowhere to place his baseball cap and no jacket, and none of the other stuff that white journalists wouldn't be seen dead without?

who said it was his car or in his driveway?

John Smith wrote on May 31^st, 2020 at 2:19pm:

freediver wrote on May 31st, 2020 at 2:15pm: So he has several colleagues and all that gear just sitting in a van in his driveway waiting to go, but nowhere to place his baseball cap and no jacket, and none of the other stuff that white journalists wouldn't be seen dead without? who said it was his car or in his driveway?

Where, in your "plausible explanation," does he keep all that equipment and colleagues ready to go, but none of the other paraphernalia of a major network journalist?

Or perhaps, being black, they just don't pay him enough to own a suit?

freediver wrote on May 31^st, 2020 at 2:22pm:

John Smith wrote on May 31st, 2020 at 2:19pm: freediver wrote on May 31st, 2020 at 2:15pm: So he has several colleagues and all that gear just sitting in a van in his driveway waiting to go, but nowhere to place his baseball cap and no jacket, and none of the other stuff that white journalists wouldn't be seen dead without? who said it was his car or in his driveway? Where, in your "plausible explanation," does he keep all that equipment and colleagues ready to go, but none of the other paraphernalia of a major network journalist? Or perhaps, being black, they just don't pay him enough to own a suit?

all asked and answered


but you keep grasping FD :D :D

John is your "plausible explanation" that this black man, who is a talking head for a major news network, turned up to work on what might be the biggest news day of his life, wearing his trakkie daks and a baseball cap, and a riot kicked off without warning while he was enjoying his morning coffee?

Also John, was the fact that Omar is black the only reason for your assumption that this was some kind of unintentional unprofessional behaviour?

freediver wrote on May 31^st, 2020 at 3:34pm:

John is your "plausible explanation" that this black man, who is a talking head for a major news network, turned up to work on what might be the biggest news day of his life, wearing his trakkie daks and a baseball cap, and a riot kicked off without warning while he was enjoying his morning coffee?

no. thats yours


freediver wrote on May 31^st, 2020 at 4:50pm:

Also John, was the fact that Omar is black the only reason for your assumption that this was some kind of unintentional unprofessional behaviour?

it wasn't even a reason, let alone the only reason. :D :D

So why did you automatically assume that the black man is a hapless victim of circumstance, lacking the intelligence and situational awareness to act in his own interest?

freediver wrote on May 31^st, 2020 at 5:37pm:

So why did you automatically assume that the black man is a hapless victim of circumstance, lacking the intelligence and situational awareness to act in his own interest?

not the black man, just you.


Are you drunk already FD?

So the black man, who is not a hapless victim of circumstance, just happened to get arrested after turning up to work in a tracksuit and baseball cap and being sent into the middle of a riot without getting time to change?

freediver wrote on May 31^st, 2020 at 6:00pm:

So the black man, who is not a hapless victim of circumstance, just happened to get arrested after turning up to work in a tracksuit and baseball cap and being sent into the middle of a riot without getting time to change?

is there a point you're trying to make FD?

That you do not even realise that you deny black people the power of self determination.

freediver wrote on May 31^st, 2020 at 6:03pm:

That you do not even realise that you deny black people the power of self determination.

I haven't denied black people anything. You asked for 'plausible' , I gave you plausible.

Did you use that word without even knowing what it meant?

The only plausible explanation you allowed yourself was that it was entirely attributable to the black man's incompetence.

freediver wrote on May 31^st, 2020 at 1:51pm:

It appeared that way. It was a bit hard to tell because apparently CNN don't give black reporters decent quality gear, so the video was a bit dodgy, but they did say his name was Omar.

I see. Well, that's CNN's fault then, not the cops. They were just doing their job, arresting journalists not dressed properly with dodgy video, fake press passes and oh, tinted.

Is that right? I don't want to misquote you, dear.

freediver wrote on May 31^st, 2020 at 2:22pm:

John Smith wrote on May 31st, 2020 at 2:19pm: freediver wrote on May 31st, 2020 at 2:15pm: So he has several colleagues and all that gear just sitting in a van in his driveway waiting to go, but nowhere to place his baseball cap and no jacket, and none of the other stuff that white journalists wouldn't be seen dead without? who said it was his car or in his driveway? Where, in your "plausible explanation," does he keep all that equipment and colleagues ready to go, but none of the other paraphernalia of a major network journalist? Or perhaps, being black, they just don't pay him enough to own a suit?

Perhaps he just blows his paycheck on broads, booze and craps, like the rest of them uppity Niggra-rich journalists.

freediver wrote on May 31^st, 2020 at 4:50pm:

Also John, was the fact that Omar is black the only reason for your assumption that this was some kind of unintentional unprofessional behaviour?

The unprofessional behaviour of being arrested or lying to the police that he was a journalist?

Please explain?

freediver wrote on May 31^st, 2020 at 5:37pm:

So why did you automatically assume that the black man is a hapless victim of circumstance, lacking the intelligence and situational awareness to act in his own interest?

Exactly. They wouldn't get arrested if they didn't do the wrong thing in the first place.

It's good to see you picking sides in this debate and standing up for white cops, FD.

Those blacks ask for everything they get: dodgy video, tracksuit pants, baseball cap, fake press pass, oh - and tinted.

Karnal wrote on May 31^st, 2020 at 7:02pm:

freediver wrote on May 31st, 2020 at 1:51pm: It appeared that way. It was a bit hard to tell because apparently CNN don't give black reporters decent quality gear, so the video was a bit dodgy, but they did say his name was Omar. I see. Well, that's CNN's fault then, not the cops. They were just doing their job, arresting journalists not dressed properly with dodgy video, fake press passes and oh, tinted. Is that right? I don't want to misquote you, dear.

You managed to correctly copy and paste what I posted. I'd say they were arresting everyone who didn't run away, and the "official press pass" thing was just a red herring that appealed to the public but made him look slightly loony to the police.


Karnal wrote on May 31^st, 2020 at 7:07pm:

freediver wrote on May 31st, 2020 at 4:50pm: Also John, was the fact that Omar is black the only reason for your assumption that this was some kind of unintentional unprofessional behaviour? The unprofessional behaviour of being arrested or lying to the police that he was a journalist? Please explain?

The unprofessional behaviour that John felt compelled to offer racist excuses for.

freediver wrote on May 31^st, 2020 at 7:12pm:

Karnal wrote on May 31st, 2020 at 7:02pm: freediver wrote on May 31st, 2020 at 1:51pm: It appeared that way. It was a bit hard to tell because apparently CNN don't give black reporters decent quality gear, so the video was a bit dodgy, but they did say his name was Omar. I see. Well, that's CNN's fault then, not the cops. They were just doing their job, arresting journalists not dressed properly with dodgy video, fake press passes and oh, tinted. Is that right? I don't want to misquote you, dear. You managed to correctly copy and paste what I posted. I'd say they were arresting everyone who didn't run away, and the "official press pass" thing was just a red herring that appealed to the public but made him look slightly loony to the police.

Slightly loony? They arrested him. You're defending this arrest because he's tinted.

There's only one reason cops arrest journos during riots: so they don't get caught on camera.

Karnal wrote on May 31^st, 2020 at 7:19pm:

freediver wrote on May 31st, 2020 at 7:12pm: Karnal wrote on May 31st, 2020 at 7:02pm: freediver wrote on May 31st, 2020 at 1:51pm: It appeared that way. It was a bit hard to tell because apparently CNN don't give black reporters decent quality gear, so the video was a bit dodgy, but they did say his name was Omar. I see. Well, that's CNN's fault then, not the cops. They were just doing their job, arresting journalists not dressed properly with dodgy video, fake press passes and oh, tinted. Is that right? I don't want to misquote you, dear. You managed to correctly copy and paste what I posted. I'd say they were arresting everyone who didn't run away, and the "official press pass" thing was just a red herring that appealed to the public but made him look slightly loony to the police. Slightly loony? They arrested him. You're defending this arrest because he's tinted. There's only one reason cops arrest journos during riots: so they don't get caught on camera.

Everyone with a phone is a journalist today.

freediver wrote on May 31^st, 2020 at 7:12pm:

Karnal wrote on May 31st, 2020 at 7:02pm: freediver wrote on May 31st, 2020 at 1:51pm: It appeared that way. It was a bit hard to tell because apparently CNN don't give black reporters decent quality gear, so the video was a bit dodgy, but they did say his name was Omar. I see. Well, that's CNN's fault then, not the cops. They were just doing their job, arresting journalists not dressed properly with dodgy video, fake press passes and oh, tinted. Is that right? I don't want to misquote you, dear. You managed to correctly copy and paste what I posted. I'd say they were arresting everyone who didn't run away, and the "official press pass" thing was just a red herring that appealed to the public but made him look slightly loony to the police. Karnal wrote on May 31st, 2020 at 7:07pm: freediver wrote on May 31st, 2020 at 4:50pm: Also John, was the fact that Omar is black the only reason for your assumption that this was some kind of unintentional unprofessional behaviour? The unprofessional behaviour of being arrested or lying to the police that he was a journalist? Please explain? The unprofessional behaviour that John felt compelled to offer racist excuses for.

JS didn't mention race. You said they're sloppy dressers, make dodgy videos and blow their wages on booze and broads instead of getting measured up for a nice suit.

freediver wrote on May 31^st, 2020 at 7:21pm:

Karnal wrote on May 31st, 2020 at 7:19pm: freediver wrote on May 31st, 2020 at 7:12pm: Karnal wrote on May 31st, 2020 at 7:02pm: freediver wrote on May 31st, 2020 at 1:51pm: It appeared that way. It was a bit hard to tell because apparently CNN don't give black reporters decent quality gear, so the video was a bit dodgy, but they did say his name was Omar. I see. Well, that's CNN's fault then, not the cops. They were just doing their job, arresting journalists not dressed properly with dodgy video, fake press passes and oh, tinted. Is that right? I don't want to misquote you, dear. You managed to correctly copy and paste what I posted. I'd say they were arresting everyone who didn't run away, and the "official press pass" thing was just a red herring that appealed to the public but made him look slightly loony to the police. Slightly loony? They arrested him. You're defending this arrest because he's tinted. There's only one reason cops arrest journos during riots: so they don't get caught on camera. Everyone with a phone is a journalist today.

Sure, but how many work for CNN? If you want to defend the arrest of a journalist filming cops at a riot, you're going to need to take everything back that you've ever said about Freeeeeedom.

Karnal wrote on May 31^st, 2020 at 7:24pm:

freediver wrote on May 31st, 2020 at 7:21pm: Karnal wrote on May 31st, 2020 at 7:19pm: freediver wrote on May 31st, 2020 at 7:12pm: Karnal wrote on May 31st, 2020 at 7:02pm: freediver wrote on May 31st, 2020 at 1:51pm: It appeared that way. It was a bit hard to tell because apparently CNN don't give black reporters decent quality gear, so the video was a bit dodgy, but they did say his name was Omar. I see. Well, that's CNN's fault then, not the cops. They were just doing their job, arresting journalists not dressed properly with dodgy video, fake press passes and oh, tinted. Is that right? I don't want to misquote you, dear. You managed to correctly copy and paste what I posted. I'd say they were arresting everyone who didn't run away, and the "official press pass" thing was just a red herring that appealed to the public but made him look slightly loony to the police. Slightly loony? They arrested him. You're defending this arrest because he's tinted. There's only one reason cops arrest journos during riots: so they don't get caught on camera. Everyone with a phone is a journalist today. Sure, but how many work for CNN? If you want to defend the arrest of a journalist filming cops at a riot, you're going to need to take everything back that you've ever said about Freeeeeedom.

You're right in principle, police should not arrest journos. BUT we are talking about CNN. A thoroughly disgraced "news" outlet. Never letting a crisis go to waste to push their far left race-baiting woke propaganda.

How many times have we seen CNN make up news stories - too many.

CNN journos shouldn't be regarded as such but provocateurs, causing trouble.

So this time the police were hip to their tricks and nipped them beforehand! And police do have a wide latitude when dealing in extreme events such as this.

Richdude wrote on Jun 1^st, 2020 at 2:08am:

Karnal wrote on May 31st, 2020 at 7:24pm: freediver wrote on May 31st, 2020 at 7:21pm: Karnal wrote on May 31st, 2020 at 7:19pm: freediver wrote on May 31st, 2020 at 7:12pm: Karnal wrote on May 31st, 2020 at 7:02pm: freediver wrote on May 31st, 2020 at 1:51pm: It appeared that way. It was a bit hard to tell because apparently CNN don't give black reporters decent quality gear, so the video was a bit dodgy, but they did say his name was Omar. I see. Well, that's CNN's fault then, not the cops. They were just doing their job, arresting journalists not dressed properly with dodgy video, fake press passes and oh, tinted. Is that right? I don't want to misquote you, dear. You managed to correctly copy and paste what I posted. I'd say they were arresting everyone who didn't run away, and the "official press pass" thing was just a red herring that appealed to the public but made him look slightly loony to the police. Slightly loony? They arrested him. You're defending this arrest because he's tinted. There's only one reason cops arrest journos during riots: so they don't get caught on camera. Everyone with a phone is a journalist today. Sure, but how many work for CNN? If you want to defend the arrest of a journalist filming cops at a riot, you're going to need to take everything back that you've ever said about Freeeeeedom. You're right in principle, police should not arrest journos. BUT we are talking about CNN. A thoroughly disgraced "news" outlet. Never letting a crisis go to waste to push their far left race-baiting woke propaganda. How many times have we seen CNN make up news stories - too many. CNN journos shouldn't be regarded as such but provocateurs, causing trouble. So this time the police were hip to their tricks and nipped them beforehand! And police do have a wide latitude when dealing in extreme events such as this.

How could they tell he was from CNN?

Karnal wrote on Jun 1^st, 2020 at 2:33am:

Richdude wrote on Jun 1st, 2020 at 2:08am: Karnal wrote on May 31st, 2020 at 7:24pm: freediver wrote on May 31st, 2020 at 7:21pm: Karnal wrote on May 31st, 2020 at 7:19pm: freediver wrote on May 31st, 2020 at 7:12pm: Karnal wrote on May 31st, 2020 at 7:02pm: freediver wrote on May 31st, 2020 at 1:51pm: It appeared that way. It was a bit hard to tell because apparently CNN don't give black reporters decent quality gear, so the video was a bit dodgy, but they did say his name was Omar. I see. Well, that's CNN's fault then, not the cops. They were just doing their job, arresting journalists not dressed properly with dodgy video, fake press passes and oh, tinted. Is that right? I don't want to misquote you, dear. You managed to correctly copy and paste what I posted. I'd say they were arresting everyone who didn't run away, and the "official press pass" thing was just a red herring that appealed to the public but made him look slightly loony to the police. Slightly loony? They arrested him. You're defending this arrest because he's tinted. There's only one reason cops arrest journos during riots: so they don't get caught on camera. Everyone with a phone is a journalist today. Sure, but how many work for CNN? If you want to defend the arrest of a journalist filming cops at a riot, you're going to need to take everything back that you've ever said about Freeeeeedom. You're right in principle, police should not arrest journos. BUT we are talking about CNN. A thoroughly disgraced "news" outlet. Never letting a crisis go to waste to push their far left race-baiting woke propaganda. How many times have we seen CNN make up news stories - too many. CNN journos shouldn't be regarded as such but provocateurs, causing trouble. So this time the police were hip to their tricks and nipped them beforehand! And police do have a wide latitude when dealing in extreme events such as this. How could they tell he was from CNN?

Black balaclava? Asked for his ID?

Its 3.30am in Sydney!

Don't you have a life?

  What we want to know is how much do you get paid?

;D ;D ;D


I think FD's been eating to many bunya nuts ;D ;D

John Smith wrote on Jun 1^st, 2020 at 10:22am:

;D ;D ;D I think FD's been eating to many bunya nuts ;D ;D

I think he's gone.

freediver wrote on May 31^st, 2020 at 7:12pm:

I'd say they were arresting everyone who didn't run away, and the "official press pass" thing was just a red herring that appealed to the public but made him look slightly loony to the police.

I'd say you're to busy making up excuses for blatant racism. Was it that his name 'Omar' that has got you triggered? Or was it just the skin colour? Not just black, but possibly muslim ... ohhh noo, quick hide

The same day, same riot, just a bit further down the road.


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CNN's Josh Campbell, who was also reporting in the area but not standing with the on-air crew, said he was also approached by police but was allowed to remain. "I identified myself … they said, 'OK, you're permitted to be in the area," said Campbell, who is white.     "I was treated much differently than [Jimenez] was."

:D :D
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2020-05-29/cnn-reporter-arrested-on-air-minneapolis-riots/12302624

John Smith wrote on Jun 1^st, 2020 at 12:30pm:

freediver wrote on May 31st, 2020 at 7:12pm: I'd say they were arresting everyone who didn't run away, and the "official press pass" thing was just a red herring that appealed to the public but made him look slightly loony to the police. I'd say you're to busy making up excuses for blatant racism. Was it that his name 'Omar' that has got you triggered? Or was it just the skin colour? Not just black, but possibly muslim ... ohhh noo, quick hide The same day, same riot, just a bit further down the road. Quote: CNN's Josh Campbell, who was also reporting in the area but not standing with the on-air crew, said he was also approached by police but was allowed to remain. "I identified myself … they said, 'OK, you're permitted to be in the area," said Campbell, who is white.     "I was treated much differently than [Jimenez] was." :D :D https://www.abc.net.au/news/2020-05-29/cnn-reporter-arrested-on-air-minneapolis-riots/12302624

Sure he was white. But he also dressed properly, didn't use dodgy video, and presented the proper press pass.

If all you can do is focus on somebody's colour, you do know what that makes you, right?

Same as those racist/sexist Boongs who won't let anyone climb their rock.

Do you know?

John Smith wrote on Jun 1^st, 2020 at 12:30pm:

freediver wrote on May 31st, 2020 at 7:12pm: I'd say they were arresting everyone who didn't run away, and the "official press pass" thing was just a red herring that appealed to the public but made him look slightly loony to the police. I'd say you're to busy making up excuses for blatant racism. Was it that his name 'Omar' that has got you triggered? Or was it just the skin colour? Not just black, but possibly muslim ... ohhh noo, quick hide The same day, same riot, just a bit further down the road. Quote: CNN's Josh Campbell, who was also reporting in the area but not standing with the on-air crew, said he was also approached by police but was allowed to remain. "I identified myself … they said, 'OK, you're permitted to be in the area," said Campbell, who is white.     "I was treated much differently than [Jimenez] was." :D :D https://www.abc.net.au/news/2020-05-29/cnn-reporter-arrested-on-air-minneapolis-riots/12302624

Do you think he was treated differently based on his race?

freediver wrote on Jun 1^st, 2020 at 5:24pm:

John Smith wrote on Jun 1st, 2020 at 12:30pm: freediver wrote on May 31st, 2020 at 7:12pm: I'd say they were arresting everyone who didn't run away, and the "official press pass" thing was just a red herring that appealed to the public but made him look slightly loony to the police. I'd say you're to busy making up excuses for blatant racism. Was it that his name 'Omar' that has got you triggered? Or was it just the skin colour? Not just black, but possibly muslim ... ohhh noo, quick hide The same day, same riot, just a bit further down the road. Quote: CNN's Josh Campbell, who was also reporting in the area but not standing with the on-air crew, said he was also approached by police but was allowed to remain. "I identified myself … they said, 'OK, you're permitted to be in the area," said Campbell, who is white.     "I was treated much differently than [Jimenez] was." :D :D https://www.abc.net.au/news/2020-05-29/cnn-reporter-arrested-on-air-minneapolis-riots/12302624 Do you think he was treated differently based on his race?

I certainly don't think it was because they didn't like his hoodie  :D :D

John Smith wrote on Jun 1^st, 2020 at 5:58pm:

freediver wrote on Jun 1st, 2020 at 5:24pm: John Smith wrote on Jun 1st, 2020 at 12:30pm: freediver wrote on May 31st, 2020 at 7:12pm: I'd say they were arresting everyone who didn't run away, and the "official press pass" thing was just a red herring that appealed to the public but made him look slightly loony to the police. I'd say you're to busy making up excuses for blatant racism. Was it that his name 'Omar' that has got you triggered? Or was it just the skin colour? Not just black, but possibly muslim ... ohhh noo, quick hide The same day, same riot, just a bit further down the road. Quote: CNN's Josh Campbell, who was also reporting in the area but not standing with the on-air crew, said he was also approached by police but was allowed to remain. "I identified myself … they said, 'OK, you're permitted to be in the area," said Campbell, who is white.     "I was treated much differently than [Jimenez] was." :D :D https://www.abc.net.au/news/2020-05-29/cnn-reporter-arrested-on-air-minneapolis-riots/12302624 Do you think he was treated differently based on his race? I certainly don't think it was because they didn't like his hoodie  :D :D

Neither do I.

Do you think he was treated differently based on his race?

freediver wrote on Jun 1^st, 2020 at 6:06pm:

John Smith wrote on Jun 1st, 2020 at 5:58pm: freediver wrote on Jun 1st, 2020 at 5:24pm: John Smith wrote on Jun 1st, 2020 at 12:30pm: freediver wrote on May 31st, 2020 at 7:12pm: I'd say they were arresting everyone who didn't run away, and the "official press pass" thing was just a red herring that appealed to the public but made him look slightly loony to the police. I'd say you're to busy making up excuses for blatant racism. Was it that his name 'Omar' that has got you triggered? Or was it just the skin colour? Not just black, but possibly muslim ... ohhh noo, quick hide The same day, same riot, just a bit further down the road. Quote: CNN's Josh Campbell, who was also reporting in the area but not standing with the on-air crew, said he was also approached by police but was allowed to remain. "I identified myself … they said, 'OK, you're permitted to be in the area," said Campbell, who is white.     "I was treated much differently than [Jimenez] was." :D :D https://www.abc.net.au/news/2020-05-29/cnn-reporter-arrested-on-air-minneapolis-riots/12302624 Do you think he was treated differently based on his race? I certainly don't think it was because they didn't like his hoodie  :D :D Neither do I. Do you think he was treated differently based on his race?

I think it's a possibility.

John Smith wrote on Jun 1^st, 2020 at 6:40pm:

freediver wrote on Jun 1st, 2020 at 6:06pm: John Smith wrote on Jun 1st, 2020 at 5:58pm: freediver wrote on Jun 1st, 2020 at 5:24pm: John Smith wrote on Jun 1st, 2020 at 12:30pm: freediver wrote on May 31st, 2020 at 7:12pm: I'd say they were arresting everyone who didn't run away, and the "official press pass" thing was just a red herring that appealed to the public but made him look slightly loony to the police. I'd say you're to busy making up excuses for blatant racism. Was it that his name 'Omar' that has got you triggered? Or was it just the skin colour? Not just black, but possibly muslim ... ohhh noo, quick hide The same day, same riot, just a bit further down the road. Quote: CNN's Josh Campbell, who was also reporting in the area but not standing with the on-air crew, said he was also approached by police but was allowed to remain. "I identified myself … they said, 'OK, you're permitted to be in the area," said Campbell, who is white.     "I was treated much differently than [Jimenez] was." :D :D https://www.abc.net.au/news/2020-05-29/cnn-reporter-arrested-on-air-minneapolis-riots/12302624 Do you think he was treated differently based on his race? I certainly don't think it was because they didn't like his hoodie  :D :D Neither do I. Do you think he was treated differently based on his race? I think it's a possibility.

What do you think had more influence on how he was treated, his race or his presentation at the time?

freediver wrote on Jun 1^st, 2020 at 7:29pm:

John Smith wrote on Jun 1st, 2020 at 6:40pm: freediver wrote on Jun 1st, 2020 at 6:06pm: John Smith wrote on Jun 1st, 2020 at 5:58pm: freediver wrote on Jun 1st, 2020 at 5:24pm: John Smith wrote on Jun 1st, 2020 at 12:30pm: freediver wrote on May 31st, 2020 at 7:12pm: I'd say they were arresting everyone who didn't run away, and the "official press pass" thing was just a red herring that appealed to the public but made him look slightly loony to the police. I'd say you're to busy making up excuses for blatant racism. Was it that his name 'Omar' that has got you triggered? Or was it just the skin colour? Not just black, but possibly muslim ... ohhh noo, quick hide The same day, same riot, just a bit further down the road. Quote: CNN's Josh Campbell, who was also reporting in the area but not standing with the on-air crew, said he was also approached by police but was allowed to remain. "I identified myself … they said, 'OK, you're permitted to be in the area," said Campbell, who is white.     "I was treated much differently than [Jimenez] was." :D :D https://www.abc.net.au/news/2020-05-29/cnn-reporter-arrested-on-air-minneapolis-riots/12302624 Do you think he was treated differently based on his race? I certainly don't think it was because they didn't like his hoodie  :D :D Neither do I. Do you think he was treated differently based on his race? I think it's a possibility. What do you think had more influence on how he was treated, his race or his presentation at the time?

Unlike you, I don't think his hoodie had anything to do with it.

John Smith wrote on Jun 1^st, 2020 at 8:44pm:

freediver wrote on Jun 1st, 2020 at 7:29pm: John Smith wrote on Jun 1st, 2020 at 6:40pm: freediver wrote on Jun 1st, 2020 at 6:06pm: John Smith wrote on Jun 1st, 2020 at 5:58pm: freediver wrote on Jun 1st, 2020 at 5:24pm: John Smith wrote on Jun 1st, 2020 at 12:30pm: freediver wrote on May 31st, 2020 at 7:12pm: I'd say they were arresting everyone who didn't run away, and the "official press pass" thing was just a red herring that appealed to the public but made him look slightly loony to the police. I'd say you're to busy making up excuses for blatant racism. Was it that his name 'Omar' that has got you triggered? Or was it just the skin colour? Not just black, but possibly muslim ... ohhh noo, quick hide The same day, same riot, just a bit further down the road. Quote: CNN's Josh Campbell, who was also reporting in the area but not standing with the on-air crew, said he was also approached by police but was allowed to remain. "I identified myself … they said, 'OK, you're permitted to be in the area," said Campbell, who is white.     "I was treated much differently than [Jimenez] was." :D :D https://www.abc.net.au/news/2020-05-29/cnn-reporter-arrested-on-air-minneapolis-riots/12302624 Do you think he was treated differently based on his race? I certainly don't think it was because they didn't like his hoodie  :D :D Neither do I. Do you think he was treated differently based on his race? I think it's a possibility. What do you think had more influence on how he was treated, his race or his presentation at the time? Unlike you, I don't think his hoodie had anything to do with it.

What do you think had more influence on how he was treated, his race or his presentation at the time?

FYI, he was not wearing a hoodie. You shouldn't assume he was just because he's black.

freediver wrote on Jun 1^st, 2020 at 8:48pm:

John Smith wrote on Jun 1st, 2020 at 8:44pm: freediver wrote on Jun 1st, 2020 at 7:29pm: John Smith wrote on Jun 1st, 2020 at 6:40pm: freediver wrote on Jun 1st, 2020 at 6:06pm: John Smith wrote on Jun 1st, 2020 at 5:58pm: freediver wrote on Jun 1st, 2020 at 5:24pm: John Smith wrote on Jun 1st, 2020 at 12:30pm: freediver wrote on May 31st, 2020 at 7:12pm: I'd say they were arresting everyone who didn't run away, and the "official press pass" thing was just a red herring that appealed to the public but made him look slightly loony to the police. I'd say you're to busy making up excuses for blatant racism. Was it that his name 'Omar' that has got you triggered? Or was it just the skin colour? Not just black, but possibly muslim ... ohhh noo, quick hide The same day, same riot, just a bit further down the road. Quote: CNN's Josh Campbell, who was also reporting in the area but not standing with the on-air crew, said he was also approached by police but was allowed to remain. "I identified myself … they said, 'OK, you're permitted to be in the area," said Campbell, who is white.     "I was treated much differently than [Jimenez] was." :D :D https://www.abc.net.au/news/2020-05-29/cnn-reporter-arrested-on-air-minneapolis-riots/12302624 Do you think he was treated differently based on his race? I certainly don't think it was because they didn't like his hoodie  :D :D Neither do I. Do you think he was treated differently based on his race? I think it's a possibility. What do you think had more influence on how he was treated, his race or his presentation at the time? Unlike you, I don't think his hoodie had anything to do with it. What do you think had more influence on how he was treated, his race or his presentation at the time? FYI, he was not wearing a hoodie. You shouldn't assume he was just because he's black.

Did he have anything with stealing Ayers Rock?

I'm confused. What do you think, FD?

I agree with you Karnal.