jimmy@ctconnect.com
Saturday, January 10, 2009 5:07:00 PM
... ok ... serious question ...

"if" you were asked/selected for the Secret Service ... would you accept knowing that, in an emergency, you would be expected to take a bullet for him ... and moreso, WOULD you take a bullet for him?

wheelrite
Saturday, January 10, 2009 5:08:00 PM
Nope,

wheel,

seaborn
Saturday, January 10, 2009 5:10:00 PM
I don't know. Seems like the current crew wouldn't take a shoe for Bush.
beanasdad
Saturday, January 10, 2009 5:11:00 PM
^LMAO!
ddandb
Saturday, January 10, 2009 6:04:00 PM
Has any Secret Service agent ever been killed protecting a President?
jimmy@ctconnect.com
Saturday, January 10, 2009 6:27:00 PM
^ ... Brady may well have been ...
edsbar60
Saturday, January 10, 2009 6:43:00 PM
I'd say there's probably high chance that an attempt or two will be made on Obama during his presidency so this is a valid question.

I'd never do it since I hate all politicians anyway.

8trackdisco
Saturday, January 10, 2009 6:46:00 PM
I'd take a bullet for about 15 people on the planet.

No politician is in my top 15.

8trackdisco
Saturday, January 10, 2009 6:48:00 PM
If they call the Central Intelligence Agency is called the CIA, and Federal Bureau of Investigation is the FBI...

Why isn't the Secret Service called the SS?

lluvia
Saturday, January 10, 2009 6:49:00 PM
I'd hit that

...oh sorry, wrong thread

--noob

jimmy@ctconnect.com
Saturday, January 10, 2009 7:00:00 PM
re: #9

... SS = Stupid Sh&ts ...

8trackdisco
Saturday, January 10, 2009 7:02:00 PM
They let on silly 12 year reich get in the way of keeping the naming pattern of the agency?

Silly Spanks.

jimmy@ctconnect.com
Sunday, January 11, 2009 3:59:00 AM
... I would not accept the position for starters ... that's too much of a thankless task in my book ... you'll never get rich by pulling off a stunt like that ... you may however get a Darwin award at best...

... the mere fact that the "new" and "improved" armored presidential car (equiped with CBC warfare, 5" plated armor, etc, ,,,,) ... well, that says that they are going to extreme preventative measures already ...

... I wish Barry the best ... I hope he does well ... but I would not want to stant within 1 mile of him at any time ...

victor808
Sunday, January 11, 2009 6:17:00 AM
Going to the inauguration myself...

should be interesting. probably won't be able to see a thing.

SS is a thankless job, and one in which you're required to put aside any like/dislike you may have for the person you are protecting. I would never want the job, but I believe those who seek it out are able to do this.

neopuritan
Sunday, January 11, 2009 6:18:00 AM
The Westminster Larger Catechism, the Protestant Reformed Christian (not necessarily referring to any denomination) catechism, delineates as follows:

Question 134: Which is the sixth commandment?

Answer: The sixth commandment is, Thou shalt not kill.

Question 135: What are the duties required in the sixth commandment?

Answer: The duties required in the sixth commandment are, all careful studies, and lawful endeavors, to preserve the life of ourselves and others by resisting all thoughts and purposes, subduing all passions, and avoiding all occasions, temptations, and practices, which tend to the unjust taking away the life of any; by just defense thereof against violence, patient bearing of the hand of God, quietness of mind, cheerfulness of spirit; a sober use of meat, drink, physic, sleep, labor, and recreations; by charitable thoughts, love, compassion, meekness, gentleness, kindness; peaceable, mild and courteous speeches and behavior; forbearance, readiness to be reconciled, patient bearing and forgiving of injuries, and requiting good for evil; comforting and succoring the distressed, and protecting and defending the innocent.

Question 136: What are the sins forbidden in the sixth commandment?

Answer: The sins forbidden in the sixth commandment are, all taking away the life of ourselves, or of others, except in case of public justice, lawful war, or necessary defense; the neglecting or withdrawing the lawful and necessary means of preservation of life; sinful anger, hatred, envy, desire of revenge;all excessive passions, distracting cares; immoderate use of meat, drink, labor, and recreations; provoking words, oppression, quarreling, striking, wounding, and: Whatsoever else tends to the destruction of the life of any.

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There are several key phrases which afford Obama the right to protection, "The dut[y]...to preserve the life of...others...;forbearance, ...requiring good for evil... protecting and defending the innocent." "... neglecting or withdrawing the lawful and necessary means of preservation of life; sinful anger, hatred, envy, desire of revenge; all excessive passions..." For Obama's case of peculiar need of protection, such a position would indeed necessitate calling, whether realized or not. To be sure, in the sovereignty of God, all things happen for our good and His glory, so ultimately, even Obama's life is in God's hands, as are all of ours. We remain obliged, nevertheless, under the command of God, to preserve the life of all men, "...except [of course] in case of public justice..."

Since I have exceeded the 200 word post limit, I'll summarize my answer as "No." It is not my calling.

Whistlebritches
Sunday, January 11, 2009 10:43:00 AM
Yes.............if it were my job.Thank GOD it isn't.

I personally think I would have to ask to be removed from that particular detail.I would put my life on the line for someone I thought was bettering this great nation..............he ain't it!!!!!!!!!!!

Ron

jpotts
Sunday, January 11, 2009 2:59:00 PM
I would take a bullet for His Excellency Barack (Idi) Hussein (Amin) Obama.

Only to prevent the disaster that would be a Joe (foot-n-mouth) Biden presidency.

donutboy2000
Sunday, January 11, 2009 3:14:00 PM
Thank you sir!