Former MN Gov. Jesse, ‘The Body,‘ Ventura Slams ’The Fascist States of America’
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(The Blaze/AP) Former Minnesota Gov. Jesse Ventura is so upset by the dismissal of his airport security lawsuit that he threatened Friday to apply for dual citizenship so he can spend more time in his beloved Mexico – or run for president of what he labeled “the Fascist States of America.”
Ventura sued the federal government in January, alleging that airport scans and pat-downs amounted to unreasonable search and seizure. A district judge in St. Paul threw out his lawsuit Thursday, ruling it should have been filed in a Circuit Court of Appeals.
Outside the federal courthouse in St. Paul, with a crew from his “Conspiracy Theory” cable TV show filming, Ventura said he hadn’t decided whether to continue pressing his lawsuit. He said he wanted to make his case before a jury not a panel of judges. A video has since been posted on Youtube of Ventura’s rant:
Ventura has said a titanium hip implanted in him in 2008 sets off metal detectors and that agents previously used hand-held wands to scan his body. He said he was subjected to a body pat-down after an airport metal detector went off last November. Ventura said he hasn‘t flown since and won’t fly commercially again.
Ventura, a political independent who served one term as governor, teased that he might have to run for president to change the policy and a court system he regards as broken. Moments later, he vowed to apply for Mexican citizenship so he can live there more months of the year.
The former Navy SEAL said he had lost his patriotism.
“I will never stand for a national anthem again. I will turn my back and I will raise a fist,” he said.
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Comments (205)
LeeroyJenkins
Posted on November 5, 2011 at 4:46pmI pledge allegiance to Obama and to the Democracy he wants to implant One planet under him with riches for him and slavery for you.
I am almost to the point where I am like fudge it I will be dead let them all destroy everything and then wonder why they are starving in 3 months. I hate brainwashed idiots.
Report Post »MONICNE
Posted on November 5, 2011 at 5:38pmAt least you will agree he is a wartime volunteer Navy SEAL Vietnam hero with dozens of operations to his credit. At least he served his country, and helped keep you free. So what if he thinks about political issues in his own. It is a big old country full of thinkers thanks in part to young petty officer Ventura.
TEA
Report Post »author5555
Posted on November 5, 2011 at 7:23pmJDM39, you are no patriot. You are a sham. You disgust me.
Report Post »KTsayz
Posted on November 5, 2011 at 9:42pmVentura is correct about the TSA. He wanted this case to go before a jury but the judge kicked it out so it wouldn’t. The court of popular opinion already says the TSA is corrupt and has stripped us of our 4th amendment right and it‘s time for a real jury of peers to make that decision or we’ll never get rid of it… unless we vote for Ron Paul! Ron Paul was the first and most vocal against the TSA.
Report Post »Buck Shane
Posted on November 5, 2011 at 9:44pmNote, “Jessie the Bidy,“ not ”Jessie the mind”,. But, he’s right.
Report Post »TH30PH1LUS
Posted on November 5, 2011 at 10:32pmJesse,
I’m sorry to hear that you have given up on America. I, for one, have NOT. I still believe that in spite of the mistakes, and even outright degradation of our Constitution that has been going on for the last several decades… that it is STILL the best thing going on the face of the planet. I will love it and fight for it until the bitter end. And I sure as heck will NOT be going down to MEXI-HELL where druglords and corruption reign supreme.
I also detest what air travel has become. I am old enough to recall a time in my youth when flying was a real treat. Stewardesses looked like models, and brought us kids coloring books and gave us plastic “wing” pins. Everyone was served a good hot meal. Adults were allowed to light up a cigar on those long flights. Grandma could come and kiss our faces goodbye at the boarding gate.
We’re better than this. I have to believe we can find a way to restore what is good, and still keep Americans safe without treating civilians like prisoners in a concentration camp.
Jesse – will you be a part of the solution, or will you run away?
Report Post »par4thecourse
Posted on November 5, 2011 at 10:34pmMONICNE, no I don’t agree that he was a wartime volunteer Navy SEAL Vietnam hero. I was a grunt in the Marine Corps in the early 80′s. Marines died and killed while I was on active duty (I was mainly drinking and womanizing in asia) and I would never think of claiming to be recon or a sniper in Beirut.
Report Post »I was ready to do my part as I am sure he was but to claim a piece of honor earned by others is simply wrong and dishonorable and he is again in this instance.
http://cursor.org/venturawatch/dangerous_game.htm
libsdolie
Posted on November 5, 2011 at 10:53pmAppeal,Appeal that is how you stay within the law. Stay with it when yougive up they win
Report Post »s
patriot308
Posted on November 5, 2011 at 10:55pmBye Jesse. Don’t let the cactus hit you in the a** on the way south. The cartels will love your little ponytail.
Report Post »libsdolie
Posted on November 5, 2011 at 10:59pmlaws are laws. i think we all obey them i do, you have a vote Jesse you have a unique position to help influence them please with all my heart get back in ther and do whatyou can within the spirit and process of the laws of our country
Report Post »deltazulu
Posted on November 6, 2011 at 11:41amLet’s get some facts straight about ole Jesse. 1) His real name is James George Janos. 2) He NEVER saw combat – proof; he DOES NOT have a Combat Action Ribbon. 3) He was NOT a Navy SEAL, he was UDT, SEALs and UDT merged long after he got out of the Navy
Report Post »Jefferson
Posted on November 6, 2011 at 12:30pmJames Janus (aka Jesse Ventura) has spent over 14 years serving his country in the Navy UDT, as a mayor, and a Governor. I‘d say he’s earned his right to his opinion.
His awakening began when he was at Harvard, and McNamara came through and admitted that the “Gulf of Tonkin” event NEVER HAPPENED.
For those of you who are ignorant of history, that was the (non) event that kicked off the Vietnam war, and killed over 60,000 of his generation.
He may not be perfect, but at least he has the balls to ACTUALLY “Question Boldly,” unlike some that just go with whatever Glenn Beck or the TEEVEE tells them. He is usually one to admit that he has more questions than answers, instead of spewing nonsense like “the truth lives here.“ Anyone who claims to have the market of ”truth” cornered, is suspect in my book. “Beware the Crusader.”
“Dissent is the greatest form of Patriotism” Thomas Jefferson
Also, his wife has a medical condition that makes living in Minnesota in the winter, very dangerous to her health. They live in Mexico during the winter, and Minnesota during the summer.
Here’s some educational material for those who care.
Report Post »http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Fk6qkHs0oM
Ruler4You
Posted on November 6, 2011 at 1:22pmPersonally, IMHBLO, I understand Jesse’ point of view. It’s not “government” that I am sworn to protect, any way. It’s the Constitution.
My problem is that I don’t believe the active military has the same philosophy. And as Waco proved they aren’t afraid to use it, despite an unbeatable presence, compassion is wantonly disregarded.
That isn‘t a ’benevolent leader’ (B.J.Clinton / A.G. J. Reno). It’s a sign of a tyrant. We’ve seen it from China enough, we should know.
I always wanted to elect Pat Paulson when ever he ran for president, also. The thing is, and there is really no way of getting around this, congress has to be willing to work with the president for him to be effective in his own agenda. We are seeing that example right now.
obama had a 100% sympathetic congress when he was elected. But, now that 1 election has demonstrated with crystal clarity that ‘voters’ aren’t going to tolerate this monkey shines any more, attitudes are beginning to change, a bit.
I like Jessee. A lot. But some people aren’t presidential material. He’s one. He’s a common sense unpolished straight forward man with a strong tactical competitive nature. Much of the world diplomatic corps can’t tolerate “unpolished” the way most people can’t tolerate food poisoning.
Some people didn’t think Regan was all that bright, but the Iranians let go a slew of American hostages with in the hour of his inauguration.
Report Post »The_Almighty_Creestof
Posted on November 6, 2011 at 3:58pmJV is just another “I won’t answer the call and run for office…but let me tell you how things ought to be run!”
Maybe he can invite West, Christie, Ryan & Palin over to play some poker.
Report Post »lizziebee
Posted on November 6, 2011 at 8:55pmWay too many muscle enhancing drugs have left him paranoid, anxious and very angry. Besides, the world is on fire and he and his fit is truly insignificant.
Report Post »bombshelterbob
Posted on November 5, 2011 at 4:41pmHey Jesse, when ya head south, don’t forget yer aluminum foil hat!!!!
Report Post »jessieH
Posted on November 5, 2011 at 4:38pmThat’s a good way to get shot in the back. A true Patriot would keep fighting, keep moving forward, not run away like a little girl.
Report Post »jakartaman
Posted on November 5, 2011 at 4:44pmHe should be p-ssed at the liberal judge not America.
Report Post »As for diissing the pledge of allegiance or the flag – I would punch HIM in the mouth.
Why not stay and elect the commies out of the WH and Congress jesse?
Or is it you were kinda a lefty yourself!!
Its a bugger when your own ideology wacks you in the face – jerk
hidden_lion
Posted on November 5, 2011 at 5:43pmbecause he “aint got time to bleed..”
Report Post »He is an idiot, but that is the one of the best movie one-liners ever.
408 CheyTac
Posted on November 5, 2011 at 8:19pmYou act like there is any hop of ever overcoming the ‘bamanation. Good for you, keep telling yourself that if it makes feel good.
All in all, people woke up too late. The door is already closed, that little glint of freedom is almost gone, and there is no way you will ever squeeze your butt through that crack before it’s closed all the way.
Report Post »Faith1029
Posted on November 5, 2011 at 8:24pmYes, he should keep fighting. I know he’s a lefty but I have to say, I watched his conspiracy theory show on YouTube and find it fascinating. He exposes much of what the government is doing and it is pretty scary. He seems to have the facts to back it up. I will watch again if it comes back next year.
Report Post »Channel3
Posted on November 6, 2011 at 1:25pmSo Jesse;
You are going to turn away from America and run off to a completly corrupt toilet of a country?
You are going to surrender?
You are an embarassment to the comunity.
Please do not every pin the Trident to your lapel again.
Report Post »ShyMan
Posted on November 5, 2011 at 4:38pmJesse, I’ll distract the bailiff while you poke the judge in the eyes. Then you can jump off the turn-buckle.
Report Post »Patriot Z
Posted on November 5, 2011 at 4:35pmummm jesse your beloved mehico is some of the most corrupt area on the planet…you sure do give up easy and still dont have much of a clue. enough with the conspiracy nonsense and enough of the whinning. you make us liberterians look like nuts and thats not right…you want to go then go, but NO dul citizenship. u gone…u stay gone!
Report Post »glennrocks
Posted on November 5, 2011 at 4:32pmJesse, Jesse, Jesse, this is what steroids do to ya. If you don’t like some things about the country, you don’t turn your back on it. Like Mexico is better pfffffff. If you think it is bad now, what will it be if Obama wins again? Our country is losing it’s soul. Most of the OWS are atheists. There is no way Obama is a Christian. I am voting for Romney in 2012 because of all the candidates he has the most integrity.
Report Post »The10thAmendment
Posted on November 5, 2011 at 5:53pmRomney and integrity in the same sentence. Please tell me that you’re joking! I wouldn’t elect Romney to groom my nutsack, much less as a president.
Report Post »Jefferson
Posted on November 6, 2011 at 12:56pmYes. I like Romney too.
The nice people on the TEEVEE tell me that he is the most electable, and they would NEVER lie to me. Romney has the nicest hair, and even looks like he could play the President on TEEVEE.
Surely HE’LL be different than Ohmamma. That’s what the “fair and balanced” nice TEEVEE people tell me.
I believe them because I am too lazy to do any research for myself, and it is much easier for the TEEVEE to do my thinking for me.
Romney is a WINNER!!
Report Post »I don‘t care that he’s changed his positions like underwear.
I don’t care that he voted for TARP and the bailouts.
I don’t care about his shady business dealings.
HE LOOKS PRESIDENTIAL!!
Ronko
Posted on November 5, 2011 at 4:32pmI agree that privacy is being violated in this country but then again Ventura is a 9/11 truther.
Report Post »Jomil48
Posted on November 5, 2011 at 5:18pmWe all know Jesse is a jerk, but on the TSA he is right. But if he needs help packing to go south I will help
Report Post »Bluebonnet
Posted on November 5, 2011 at 5:36pmI have no love for the TSA and will stand with my pledge: that if I can’t drive, walk, swim or paddle a boat, I’m not going on the plane anymore. Jesse don’t get mad at America, get mad at the ones making up the stupid rules. Stop getting your panties in a wad. If they want to protect us from danger, why don’t they set up a program for profiling the passengers? Read their eyes, look for sweat, anxiety?
If someone has to feel the personal parts of my body, I at least want a kiss when it’s over.
Report Post »endgamer
Posted on November 5, 2011 at 8:20pmWhy are you calling him a 9/11 “truther” when the truth has no agenda? It’s doublespeak.
Report Post »Lotus503
Posted on November 5, 2011 at 4:31pmRunning away from the problem won’t solve anything. I thought that the Navy SEALS were taught to confront problems head-on…not bugging out when things get tough.
I suggest that Jesse read (or reread) “Rogue Warrior”, by Richard Marcinko to remind himself of his military training, and the Constitution and the Bill of Rights to remind him of his duty as a citizen.
Report Post »Dustoff
Posted on November 5, 2011 at 7:41pmOMG…. where does this nutty info come from. Jesse was UDT, never a SEAL!
Report Post »Max jones
Posted on November 5, 2011 at 10:12pm\That is the difference between the navy and the marine corps. Semper fi.
Report Post »Lotus503
Posted on November 5, 2011 at 10:36pmMy apologies…I though I read somewhere that he was a SEAL.
It’s still inexcusable that a U. S. Navy UDT man is running away from a fight with is tail between his legs…AND insult what our country is SUPPOSE to represent.
Just because we have a runaway government doesn‘t mean it’s okay to insult what the majority of the hearts and minds of this county still deeply believe in. We can also do without some prima donna threatening to run off to some foreign country, like some left-wing nut threatens to do if a right-wing Presidential candidate is elected
On second thought, maybe we would be better off if he did run away to Mexico.
Report Post »ROE-SMELLEN
Posted on November 5, 2011 at 4:30pmThis is true! I swear by Alley-Oop is true! I have seen!
Report Post »In Nevada is whore-house with sign out front that say:
“Jesse Ventura had sex here” Is true! I have seen!
Maybe airport security can put up similar sign now!
“Jesse Ventura got felt up by gay guy here”
I glad he go Mex-hee-co. He not hairy enough!
grayling646
Posted on November 6, 2011 at 11:23amlol you had to be at that house to have seen it so what’s your point?
Report Post »godlovinmom
Posted on November 5, 2011 at 4:29pmI always wondered why my birth state elected this guy…now I know…didn’t realize Minnesota was such a whacky state!
Report Post »Alucard
Posted on November 5, 2011 at 4:38pmSounds like you escaped at least, I’m still stuck here with Franken, Ellison, Klobuchar and Dayton for crying out loud. :(
Report Post »godlovinmom
Posted on November 5, 2011 at 4:48pmI know right…Al Franken…what were they thinking???
Report Post »garyM
Posted on November 5, 2011 at 5:13pmAlucard I agree, your state needs help with your politicians, Bubba hang in there, we all do!
Report Post »garyM
Posted on November 5, 2011 at 5:15pmKeith Ellison is muslim, I guess is a peceful mulim like our prez, Ellison was sworn in on the quron, first time ever, That’s worse than Frankin I think!
Report Post »pharmtech
Posted on November 5, 2011 at 4:27pmBye… And take that aging hipster ponytail with you….
Report Post »BIGJAYINPA
Posted on November 5, 2011 at 4:30pmHey Jesse, Don’t let the door hit you in the A** on your way out. Don’t go away mad, just go away. I always thought Gorilla Monsoon was a better Wrassler, anyway…..Just sayin’
Report Post »KidCharlemagne
Posted on November 5, 2011 at 4:26pmVentura is correct. The 4th Amendment has gradually been repealed over the past 25 to 30 years or so.
We see examples of this constantly nowadays:
“No-Knock Raid”
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pV7u91A3KGQ
But because the change has occurred so gradually, hardly anyone even notices.
Report Post »Jaxco
Posted on November 5, 2011 at 4:32pmYep, he is right in this case no matter how incoherent the rant. He is absolutely right.
Report Post »pharmtech
Posted on November 5, 2011 at 4:23pmAnd take that stupid, aging hipster, ponytail with you…
Report Post »Dustyluv
Posted on November 5, 2011 at 4:29pmTitanium hipster….
Report Post »burnteye86
Posted on November 5, 2011 at 4:16pmTurn your back and raise a fist? Well Congratulations Jesse, you are a real class act, you dumbass
Report Post »bulldog62
Posted on November 5, 2011 at 5:32pmYep, and when he does it I hope a PROUD veteran beats his A@@. This guy is a disgrace, if you agree or don’t agree with the govt., people died for that flag and what it stands for. It deserves respect, Jesse, you do not.
Report Post »bikerr
Posted on November 5, 2011 at 4:16pmAlso the lawsuit was filed in the wrong court. Just shows his ability at doing the right thing.
Report Post »Secessionista
Posted on November 5, 2011 at 4:26pmSince when is a suit supposed to first be filed in an APPEALS court? An appeals court is where you go after losing the first round in a primary court. This is the federal court system simply refusing to hear the case, as they have done thousands of times already. The federal court system is just as married to big government as the congressmen.
By the way, TSA has never interceded or stopped a single terrorist. And they never will.
Report Post »bikerr
Posted on November 5, 2011 at 4:14pmWhat all need to know is that Jesse is all about Jesse. He got elected governor on the promise of a tax rebate. When he got into office he cut the rebate in half. He got elected to a mayoral position because the city was gonna build a road close to his house. He is a big self promoter and was best as a all star wrestler.Even though he did refuse to arm wrestle “hulk” hogan.
Report Post »stillshocked
Posted on November 5, 2011 at 4:12pmVentura is still “in the ring” only now he is craving publicity and attention for fringe ideas. What other job would he want? I hope he moves to Mexico permanently.
Report Post »Jomil48
Posted on November 5, 2011 at 4:07pmI refuse to fly as well, I hope Mr. Ventura follows through with his suit. I have a 19 year old special needs daughter who is wheelchair bound, and I’ll be danmed I will never let one of those idiots put their hands on her private parts. It would frighten her beyond belief. When in this country did we lose our IV amendment rights. Shame on you and shame on me for sitting quietly by while our rights erode away. We have allowed people who hate this nation to steal them from us. Our founding father who gave their all fighting for those rights would be ashamed of us.
Report Post »stillshocked
Posted on November 5, 2011 at 4:15pmI agree…..I think terrorists or anyone wishing to do our country harm are laughing at our misguided and politically correct “solutions” to our safety problems.
Report Post »Dustyluv
Posted on November 5, 2011 at 4:16pmI refuse to fly as well. I know me, if a man touched my junk he would get the crap kicked out of him. I have never been in jail and dont want to go to one either. Our Government sucks, but this is still the greatest country in thew world. Jessie can still drive cant he? And why the hell would you want to go anywhere else but the States. He could take a boat to Hawaii…
Report Post »flatdaddio
Posted on November 5, 2011 at 4:07pmit’s not the country…it‘s a leadership problem that’s been here for some time…
Report Post »Dustyluv
Posted on November 5, 2011 at 4:06pmVentura, a political independent who served one term as governor, teased that he might have to run for president to change the policy and a court system he regards as broken.
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Uhhhhhhhhhhh…So he will make himself King like Obama has by using executive orders? So he is just as bad as the Fhole in Chief…He does not understand the Costitution, so Jesse, you are an utter moron!
Try standing a backwards during the Star Spangled Banner in Texas. Someone will take your titanium hip and beat you silly with it.
Report Post »hagar
Posted on November 5, 2011 at 4:00pmWe have all kinds of problems in this country but Ventura has gone over to the lunitic fringe. I dont klike the TSA either so follow up and file your suit properly
Report Post »ZAP
Posted on November 5, 2011 at 3:58pmJessie sue them,the TSA are qu.eers trying to get a free feel
Report Post »wisehiney
Posted on November 5, 2011 at 3:57pmWe have become rotten. Can you smell the decay? Let’s tear it down, clean out the deadwood, and rebuild. Hurry systemic breakdown! Let the sport begin.
Report Post »MONICNE
Posted on November 5, 2011 at 3:55pmJesse is a Navy Seal, Vietnam Veteran, and a national hero. Well Done, Happy Veterans Day, and God Bless.
Report Post »TEA
Dustoff
Posted on November 5, 2011 at 8:04pmWhere do you get this BS from? Jesse was never a SAEL and never in Combat… He was UDT only!
Report Post »Theodwulf
Posted on November 6, 2011 at 12:55pmYes Jesse is a Veteren…that does NOT make his opinion correct (Argument of Authority). I am a Veteren, there are lots of Veterens, they have a wide range of opinions, some are crazy…Like Jesses’.
Define “Unreasonable”. Before People used airplanes as missles ,many would agree with Jesse’s opinion, NOW not so many. It all comes down to someone definition of “Unreasonable” and the only thing “unreasonable” in this story, is Jesse Ventura. He realy is a dimwit, no one MUST board a Plane, you do NOT have a right to fly.
@Monicne you foolish “Tea” spam is just that, foolish. If you can’t keep up and/or contribute to a conversation it is considered polite to be silent…please keep silent.
Report Post »Dougral Supports Israel
Posted on November 5, 2011 at 3:52pmI thought being a SEAL was all about never giving up. Well Mr Ventura, it sounds like you‘ve surrendered to your anger instead of seeking supporters and trying to change the policy you don’t like through legislative means. Perhaps you should go to Mexico, I hear its nice there this time of year.
Report Post »Dustyluv
Posted on November 5, 2011 at 4:08pmNo…the Mexicans would steal his titanium hip and make a hubcap out of it…
Report Post »Dustoff
Posted on November 5, 2011 at 7:39pmJezzzz guys. Jesse was NEVER a SEAL!
Does anyone ever read anymore?
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