As previously reported by Twitchy, Lansing’s “Hot Dog Guy,” Clint Tarver, had his hot dog stand destroyed by union thugs who were tearing down an Americans For Prosperity tent. In addition, union members hurled racist epithets at him as he attempted to clean up the mess.
Though most of the media have ignored the incident and have failed to denounce Democrats’ use of incendiary language, CNN contributor Roland Martin took to Twitter on Wednesday to do just that.
Tarver's tent was located next to conservative group, Americans for Prosperity. That tent was toppled and overrun by union supporters
— rolandsmartin (@rolandsmartin) December 12, 2012
Tarver was hired by the conservative group to provide hot dogs. He as he was called an Uncle Tom and the n-word by the union protesters
— rolandsmartin (@rolandsmartin) December 12, 2012
The actions of these union protesters is ridiculous and nonsensical, and the treatment of Tarver is uncalled for. MLK spoke of non-violence
— rolandsmartin (@rolandsmartin) December 12, 2012
The efforts of the GOP-led Michigan legislature is an attack on union workers, but I don't defend pushing, shoving, and fighting. Ever.
— rolandsmartin (@rolandsmartin) December 12, 2012
Tarver – or any conservative or union protester – doesn't deserve that kind of treatment. It's called PEACEFULLY protest.
— rolandsmartin (@rolandsmartin) December 12, 2012
The union activists owe Tarver an apology and they should be called out by their fellow union and civil rights supporters.
— rolandsmartin (@rolandsmartin) December 12, 2012
As an entrepreneur, Tarver has a right to work for anyone. I just don't understand why anyone wouldn't call out such treatment.
— rolandsmartin (@rolandsmartin) December 12, 2012
And pro-union lawmakers should cut the crap with "blood on your hands" comments. Inciting or alluding to violence is unnecessary
— rolandsmartin (@rolandsmartin) December 12, 2012
The best payback for union supporters in Michigan is to target their opponents at the ballot box. Violence will not help their cause.
— rolandsmartin (@rolandsmartin) December 12, 2012
These are admirable tweets from Martin. Certainly we can all agree with his calls for civility in the face of disagreement.
This should not be about liberal or conservative. Not Dem or GOP. You beat em at the ballot box. That's the ultimate revenge.
— rolandsmartin (@rolandsmartin) December 12, 2012
Well, that was a nice moment while it lasted. Now we’re on to revenge talk again.
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