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No one can quibble with the celebration of the heroes who emerge from an event like this. People who ran into the chaos, risking their own lives in the confusion, are rightfully portrayed as symbols of all that is good in the world. We saw such celebration in Patton Oswalt's reminder that there are more good people than bad ones, and in stories about Carlos Arredondo, the cowboy-hatted hero. So far so good. But soon thereafter the coverage of the tragedy took on a stranger tone, as if this was first and foremost an opportunity to champion the flinty New England spirit.
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I have to comment on my own post in order to keep the original post short enough to be readable. Now you know I'm not very opinionated but this article tickled my anger strings... First of all, Luke, who are you. Why does your opinion matter? Are you an expert deflater or a know it all college douche. You're opinion obviously means something to someone because 'Slate' allows you to write on their website. I will give you that. First time 'Slate' reader, last time 'Slate' reader.. Okay now. A few questions for Sir O'Neil,
Are you from Boston?
I mean are you actually from Massachusetts or did you go to college here and decide to move here. I'm going to say there's a possibility that you are because your last name is O'Neil. If you are you aren't a Bostonian, you're a squatter.
Was anyone injured or killed in any way involved in your life?
I know people that were directly connected. They're hurt, their hearts are swollen. Disproving your point, we are Boston. These families rely on our hope and love to help their hearts heal. Some rely on the money being donated to help with medical bills. This city is close nit and strong. It just is. It's a big city but its like a small town. My condolences to the families.
Did you forget about the heroic bystanders and first responders? Police? Firemen? Feds?
It takes some serious STRENGTH and COURAGE to run towards an explosion. I don't care who you are. Trained or not. That to me is the most wonderful and unselfish thing anyone can do. To just do it. WOW! It gives hope and love a new meaning. The police, firemen, and federal agents that tirelessly searched for the cowards. We should all be so proud of them. These people keep us safe and will not back down to anyone. Thank you all for what you've done from the bottom of my heart.
What about Boston and some of greater Boston shutting down? What about all of the images and videos given to authorities to help the investigation?
An entire city and a few more shut down to find the bombers. This speak for itself. It's called solidarity. It's called having great elected officials and intelligent leaders. It's called people knowing what needs to be done and doing it. It's called SOLIDARITY.
You're right. We aren't the only city that would be like this but we set a precedent.
We are BOSTON. We are SOLID, COURAGEOUS, BRAVE, LOVING, PROUD, FEARLESS. We are STRONG. BOSTON STRONG!
First time Slate reader, or first time reader period? I don't think you retained much of what you read. Thanks though.
Ironically many of the comments about your article on slate.com, almost all in fact, give my same sentiment. Why is that Luke? Are you calling your readers illiterate? Or maybe you just can't write? Maybe you're an elitist that thinks his articles must be interpreted in a certain way? What does your article mean Luke? To me, and many others, it's condescending and makes you sound like a lonely, cynical ass. Good day sir.
It is flinty, but resilient? jury's still out on that one
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