Say Anything Blog

Those on the left are often quick to note the potential danger of republican government carried to autocratic extremes, although being liberals, their argument is rarely so orderly and reasoned… and is often a good deal more shrill and vehement besides.

But though the Left rarely cares to admit it, there is far more danger to be found in too much democracy, which can all too easily degenerate into mob rule.

MARSHVILLE, N.C. - An angry mob fatally beat a man whom they mistakenly thought was involved in the disappearance of their friend, shortly before police arrested and charged another person in the crime.
Union County Sheriff’s deputies found Tony Lorin Blakeney at his home with serious injuries Friday. He later died at a hospital.

Ten men, ages 16 to 30, were charged with murder in the attack. They were being held without bond until an Oct. 4 court date.

“This is the worst beating attack I’ve ever seen,” Sheriff Eddie Cathey said.

Authorities said they don’t believe Blakeney was connected to the disappearance and death of Patrick Antwone McClendon.