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by Tom_Sussi from Lake Mary, FL

Last Post 38 days, 22 hours Ago


We have the right to protest. It's protected under our constitution. And I support it.

But what's going on at Casey Anthony's parents' home is out of control. The signs. The name-calling. The shoving. It's a circus, and I fear it's only a matter of time before one of these protesters, maybe even one of Casey's family or friends, snaps and seriously hurts somebody.

I'm mad, too. And, like you, I want some answers. But this mob-like madness has to stop. I mean, come on, this isn't the Wild West, where we drag people out onto the streets and lynch 'em!

Pack up your lawn chairs, signs and hatred and go home. Let the justice system handle it. Sooner or later, we'll all know what happened to Caylee, and who's responsible.

Bring it.

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Ericjhach read my blog view my photos
Sep 11, 2008 | 3:33 AM

You are right Tom. Now you got some people bringing their dogs. How stupid they look. To do that, everyone knows all they want is their face on TV and you people at Fox are playing into their hand by showing them. Maybe, and this is a sujestion, if the media ignores the prootestors and not show them they would leave.

robinc read my blog view my photos
Sep 11, 2008 | 5:41 AM

Tom and Eric, I couldn't agree more. Everyone feels emotionally attached to this story now. Some people just want to be in the spotlight, but I beleive more people think that they are helping in some strange way. Regardless of their motives or intentions, they are only making a bad situation worse. Leave these poor people alone! Aren't they suffering enough? The ONLY person who really knows isn't talking. Casey isn't even in the house for the majority of the day (she's with her lawyer). So who is suffering the brunt of this circus???? Her family, who are victims as well as Caylee, the neighbors, who just happen to live near the family and the community resources (police, sheriff, etc)that have to waste more time & energy responding to the complaints brought on by the disturbences. These misguided citizens now beleive they have a right to harrass this family because they want answers. The family have come off badly because of how they handled themselves in the media. So what, That doesn't make them guilty of harming Caylee or covering up anything. Anything we think that we would have said or done doesn't really matter, we're not in their shoes. No one knows what they would do because thank goodness we aren't in there position. I don't see how people can still think that the family hasn't raked her over the coals for the truth. Behind closed doors that house must be an angry, sad, painful place to be. They loved their granddaughter, that is abundantly clear to me. They know what a waste Casey is. They also know she is their only hope of finding her(alive or dead)

Cracker2008 read my blog
Sep 11, 2008 | 7:43 AM

Tom.
I totally agree with you. But I could'nt help notice the use of the word lynch'em from the wild west era. Next time the noose becomes a head line would someone at the station bring it to everyones attention that it was used in the west on cowboys, and was a form of capital punishment until the late 60's on all types of races, and probably still is in some countrys. So african americans shouldnt be so affended. It should only instill fear to the guilty.

mscsailor read my blog
Sep 11, 2008 | 8:25 AM

Emotions are certainly running high. No matter what the personal feelings about Casey, Cindy, and George, the protesters need to back off. It's grossly unfair to the neighbors who have absolutely nothing to do with the case. Grandstanding by getting your face on TV holding your dog isn't going to help find Caylee. Some of the responsibility for the circus atmosphere has to go the the media for giving protesters face time, but also some blame has to go to Sheriff Beary who is letting this go on unchecked.

davidpatrick344 read my blog view my photos
Sep 11, 2008 | 8:47 AM

where are the cops this has gone way to far bring some peace back to that street if they stop moving arest them

muddngina
Sep 11, 2008 | 10:02 AM

I think the protesters need to do something better with there time. instead of yelling and standing outside there house why dont they help in the search or something. we all think this is a terable thing that has happen but i dont we should judge anyone and they just want to be on tv i think cause there not doing anything but causeing trouble maybe someone should look in to some of their back grounds I bet they dont live perfect lives

dks75 read my blog
Sep 11, 2008 | 10:11 AM

I wonder if those hours spent protesting would be beneficial to help look for a body? .. Heh I would have shot someone by now if I lived across the street.

Tom_Sussi read my blog view my photos
Sep 11, 2008 | 10:21 AM

All good comments.
Drop the signs and go look for Caylee.
Enough already!
This reminds me of those wigged out Right-To-Lifers harrassing people in front of abortion clinics.

jen74ky read my blog
Sep 11, 2008 | 10:33 AM

I hope that between now and the end of time that Caylee is found. I really do, and put this to some kind of end. I understand the anger and frustration that the protesters feel. Every week has been something, and I don't know that we are any closer to knowing or even finding Caylee than 12 weeks ago. However, I don't think that standing in front of someone's house screaming at any of the Anthony's is going to make it any better. I think the Anthony's need to stop encouraging the reporters and the protesters. They don't have to say anything or yell back at them. Or even push them.

NOBSHERE read my blog
Sep 11, 2008 | 11:19 AM

Step right up and get your tickets for the biggest moron show on earth!!! Problem is, it's the media that has caused this. Cameras everywhere and even a freakin' WEB CAM?? Give me a break.. Just when you though it couldn't get more ridiculous, now we have the loser pet-a-thon going on at the Anthony's. Do these folks think their goint to actually to accomplish anything? Hardly. Guess it gives them a warm-fuzzy thinking, "I'm going to make a difference". And it's obvious the protestors NOR the media give a rats butt about the neighbors who have nothing to do with any of this. Like those shirtless hicks almost coming to blows the other day. Have they been back? Of course not, but they and the fat trash momma holding the umbrella had to get on TV. Oh, and it's on YouTube also, gotta get that little bit of fame! Wonder how many would be protesting if there were no cameras present? But we know that won't happen...ratings folks, ratings! Like someone on CNN said this morning, "This entire thing has become a circus and the protestors are the clowns". Especially the ignorant bimbo going through the trash. LOL You're right Sussi, it has gotten out of hand thanks to the coverage it's receiving. Oh, wait!! Gotta go, breaking news about Casey taking a whizz!!!!!!!!!

Tom_Sussi read my blog view my photos
Sep 11, 2008 | 11:33 AM

To an extent, you're right. The media is part of the blame. We've given these idiots are stage to perform on. However, it's still a news event that must be covered.

ChicagoWendy
Sep 11, 2008 | 11:42 AM

Now I have been following this for as long as its been going on, I do understand the utter despair of the general public knowing this child is out there and that slack and poor excuse of a woman Casey is not helping what so ever, we all know it, and even I want to go to Florida and scream at her, drag her out by the hair and pummel her until she talks, but I won't, its wrong, wishful thinking is one thing, doing it is another.

You don't camp in front of someone's home and act like a loony toon, and that's what some of these people are beginning to look like, pure nut cases, the sheer audacity of confronting Caylee's Grandfather about a body in the trunk is so wrong in sooo many ways, this poor mans heart must be breaking and these clowns are out from of his home screaming the most outrageous cruel things that should not be said.

I do not believe that Cindy and George know more, they are most likely caught in the evil and cruel trap of Casey. It may be obvious in front of our eyes but in the eyes of Grandparents who absolutely LOVE their grandchild they do not want to accept in any circumstance the fate of that child, and they do not need clowns out front reminding them of that.

But hey, that's what happens, you put a situation in front of an unstable person and here's what you get, and in another sense, Casey deserves this, why can't she cooperate, why can't she help. I hope she has nothing to do with her child missing, I hope and Pray that Caylee is safe and sound somewhere and better off with out Casey. How could someone be so cruel.
Casey, I hope you had not

mscsailor read my blog
Sep 11, 2008 | 12:03 PM

Right! Enough already. Reminds me of those wigged out CodePinkers harassing wounded vets' families in front of Walter Reed hospital a couple of years ago.

FLAlleycat
Sep 11, 2008 | 2:26 PM

I don't understand why the law enforcement doesn't do anything. They state they can't make any trespassing arrests unless they are there and actually witness the trespassing. They say people have the right to "protest". What these idiots are doing, however, is beyond protest. I thought there was a law against disturbing the peace, which they (and the media) surely are doing. I'm rapidly losing respect for Orlando law enforcement who appear to be turning their backs on the family and neighbors.
Allie

FLAlleycat
Sep 11, 2008 | 3:16 PM

Now some retarded woman (Melissa Dodgen) is hysterical because her, um, unattended daughter "almost got run over" by Lee Anthony. Daughter is putting on outstanding performance . . . obviously been coached by mumsie about what horrid people the Anthonys are. Ms. Dodgen wouldn't need to worry about the safety of her kid and two neices if she'd just take them home! Alas, difficult concept.

WESH's reporter, Gail Paschall-Brown, is just as bad as the protesters, running after Lee Anthony asking why he almost ran over the girl. She didn't see it; she is just taking the kid's word on the incident. What drama.
Allie

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Tom grew up in Flint, Michigan and has worked in radio, newspaper and television. A graduate of Michigan State University; Tom has worked in Lansing, Flint, Detroit, Pittsburgh and Cincinnati. In his television career, he’s won numerous awards including an Emmy and Reporter of the Year honors. At WOFL, Tom is the Consumer Investigator. Simply put, Tom has headed south to do what he does best and what he loves most. He’s here to stick up for the little guy. Expect to see Tom hold rip-off artists accountable; help solve your consumer problems; and investigate government spending. So, do you need help? Send Tom an email if you have a question or a problem! His address is askfox@foxwofl.com.

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