Mollie Tibbetts' father criticizes conservatives for using her death for 'views she believed were profoundly racist'

WuWei · September 3, 2018, 11:37am

Answer the question.

LucyLou · September 3, 2018, 11:38am

madasheck:

Rob Tibbetts, father of slain student Mollie Tibbetts, came out today and criticized those, including Donald Trump, who used his daughter’s death for “views she believed were profoundly racist.” In a powerful op-ed piece for the Des Moines Register (the full column can be found in the second link), he wrote:

At the outset, politicians and pundits used Mollie’s death to promote various political agendas. We appealed to them and they graciously stopped. For that, we are grateful.

Sadly, others have ignored our request. They have instead chosen to callously distort and corrupt Mollie’s tragic death to advance a cause she vehemently opposed. I encourage the debate on immigration; there is great merit in its reasonable outcome. But do not appropriate Mollie’s soul in advancing views she believed were profoundly racist. The act grievously extends the crime that stole Mollie from our family and is, to quote Donald Trump Jr., “heartless" and "despicable.”

His four paragraphs were directed at those who used her death to turn it into a racial discussion.

The person who is accused of taking Mollie’s life is no more a reflection of the Hispanic community as white supremacists are of all white people. To suggest otherwise is a lie. Justice in my America is blind. This person will receive a fair trial, as it should be. If convicted, he will face the consequences society has set. Beyond that, he deserves no more attention.

To the Hispanic community, my family stands with you and offers its heartfelt apology. That you’ve been beset by the circumstances of Mollie’s death is wrong. We treasure the contribution you bring to the American tapestry in all its color and melody. And yes, we love your food.

My stepdaughter, whom Mollie loved so dearly, is Latina. Her sons — Mollie’s cherished nephews and my grandchildren — are Latino. That means I am Hispanic. I am African. I am Asian. I am European. My blood runs from every corner of the Earth because I am American. As an American, I have one tenet: to respect every citizen of the world and actively engage in the ongoing pursuit to form a more perfect union.

Given that, to knowingly foment discord among races is a disgrace to our flag. It incites fear in innocent communities and lends legitimacy to the darkest, most hate-filled corners of the American soul. It is the opposite of leadership. It is the opposite of humanity. It is heartless. It is despicable. It is shameful.

And finally, he asks that, in the spirit of John McCain, Aretha Franklin and Mollie Tibbetts, the country turn against racism.

We have the opportunity now to take heed of the lessons that Mollie, John McCain and Aretha Franklin taught — humanity, fairness and courage. For most of the summer, the search for Mollie brought this nation together like no other pursuit. There was a common national will that did transcend opinion, race, gender and geography. Let’s not lose sight of that miracle. Let’s not lose sight of Mollie.

Instead, let’s turn against racism in all its ugly manifestations both subtle and overt. Let’s turn toward each other with all the compassion we gave Mollie. Let’s listen, not shout. Let’s build bridges, not walls. Let’s celebrate our diversity rather than argue over our differences. I can tell you, when you’ve lost your best friend, differences are petty and meaningless.

https://www.sfgate.com/news/education/article/Father-of-slain-Iowa-student-decries-using-her-as-13200146.php

Mollie Tibbetts' father: Show decency. Don't use her as debate pawn.

Beautifully written.

WuWei · September 3, 2018, 11:40am

White guys. Seems we already are.

Konssurvative1 · September 3, 2018, 11:58am

You are simply the best, better than all the rest, you’re simply. The. Best.

mobulis · September 3, 2018, 12:10pm

Nope
Nope
Nope
Nope

WuWei · September 3, 2018, 12:14pm

Yes, they are. Ethnicity as well.
Catholic
Spanish
Campesinos

mobulis · September 3, 2018, 12:15pm

Sorry but they aren’t.

JayJay · September 3, 2018, 12:20pm

No…and he didn’t do it because he was an illegal immigrant either.

On top of which, the wall wouldn’t have kept him out.

WuWei · September 3, 2018, 12:22pm

Why did he do it?

Call_me_Ishmael · September 3, 2018, 12:22pm

There’s a trend there. They are loyal… that’s for sure.

WuWei · September 3, 2018, 12:23pm

Prove it.
…

mobulis · September 3, 2018, 12:25pm

So a Chinese illegal is the same as a Mexican or middle eastern illegal?

JayJay · September 3, 2018, 12:25pm

There’s no such culture.

WuWei · September 3, 2018, 12:25pm

I thought so. Have a nice day.

Call_me_Ishmael · September 3, 2018, 12:26pm

You can. You libs would be the only ones bringing race into the discussion though.

WuWei · September 3, 2018, 12:26pm

Of course there is.

JayJay · September 3, 2018, 12:26pm

No…there isn’t.

WildRose · September 3, 2018, 12:28pm

Well that’s completely false on it’s face.

It starts with a complete disrespect for the laws and Sovereignty of the United States and the rights of US citizens.

The tend to self segregate and concentrate in communities with other illegals.

They routinely commit numerous ID fraud and theft without conscience so they can unlawfully take jobs that Americans and legal immigrants would otherwise fill.

The then justify to themselves and anyone who will support all of the above and become as a population more and more brazen about it year by year.

WuWei · September 3, 2018, 12:29pm

That is simply not possible. Denying it doesn’t make it go away. Look at the demographics.

WuWei · September 3, 2018, 12:36pm

VL: Eight out of ten girls and young women are raped along the way. Young women take contraceptive precautions, because they know that in all likelihood, they will be raped.

From the 2nd link.