Indiana Black Expo, what are you doing to get ready?

[NordicHeathenVinlander]

I AM OBNOXIOUS!!!!!!!!



Can we create a Gun owners expo?

 

[Benny]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0MQtPl5t2ik

Wow, that was hard to watch. It was awfully nice of that good samaritan at the end to check that unconscious guy's pockets to see if he had a medical history so he could alert the paramedics when they arrived.

Staying in Evansville.

Ya think?

"Indiana Black Expo generates $38 million for the city."

Always follow the money and you'll get your answer.

Is $38 million for an entire weekend(or however long it lasts) even that much money? Subtract all the crime, $$$ for extra LEOs and businesses closing down and I wonder what the number is?

 

[Tactical Dave]

Is $38 million for an entire weekend(or however long it lasts) even that much money? Subtract all the crime, $$$ for extra LEOs and businesses closing down and I wonder what the number is?

There are extra police for any big event and I am sure there are damages with them also but I am not a LEO so I am not 100% sure about it.

 

[Benny]

BTW, Que that's a really nice offer and you seem like a great guy, but for some reason or another I don't think I'd feel very welcome there.

 

[jsharmon7]

Is $38 million for an entire weekend(or however long it lasts) even that much money? Subtract all the crime, $$$ for extra LEOs and businesses closing down and I wonder what the number is?

Even if you're correct, the city would never be able to shut IBE down or refuse to host it. Could you imagine if they tried?

 

[MarkM]

I'm ready for the black expo. I've chained my bigscreen tv to the floor. Went ahead and put my car on cinderblocks and told my GF not to go outside

 

[ihateiraq]

BTW, Que that's a really nice offer and you seem like a great guy, but for some reason or another I don't think I'd feel very welcome there.

from my experiences in situations where a crowd is all black and a black guy shows up with white people, que might not be welcome either.

we once got bounced out of a club and were told to "take your uncle tom with you". ive had similar situations 3 or 4 times.

 

[alwalker84]

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[Expat]

from my experiences in situations where a crowd is all black and a black guy shows up with white people, que might not be welcome either.

we once got bounced out of a club and were told to "take your uncle tom with you". ive had similar situations 3 or 4 times.

I am really surprised by that. Most of the places I have been where one black man or woman shows up in a group of white folk, everyone bends over backwards to welcome him/her. In fact I often wonder if they will make the guy uncomfortable being overly friendly. But that has just been my experience.

 

[eldirector]

Even if you're correct, the city would never be able to shut IBE down or refuse to host it. Could you imagine if they tried?

The city can't, but the Convention Center can. Heck, if a couple-dozen other big events canceled because they didn't want to be associated with IBE, the Convention Center would drop them in a heartbeat.

Right now, its all about the money. The Convention Center and the CIB are raking in the dough, and other folks get to foot the bill. No reason to change anything from their perspective.

 

[redneckmedic]

I admire the Country folks, you guys have it made.. You dont even know.

OH WE KNOW

[ame=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kzldLJcorbo]YouTube - Thank God I'm a Country Boy:John Denver[/ame]

 

[JetGirl]

IL and I decided to start up a "legal gun owner's expo"...because we're a minority.
Will it fly?

Can we create a Gun owners expo?

What. Am I on your ignore list too?

 

[ihateiraq]

I am really surprised by that. Most of the places I have been where one black man or woman shows up in a group of white folk, everyone bends over backwards to welcome him/her. In fact I often wonder if they will make the guy uncomfortable being overly friendly. But that has just been my experience.

depends on the crowd i guess. the whole issue started bc i danced with a black girl. i felt like it was 1950s alabama, but reversed.

 

[45calibre]

You got a youtube account?


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0MQtPl5t2ik

You have to be registered, and above the age of 18, no issues.

This video is incredibly violent, but shows the nature of the 'hood' and certainly what you can expect in Indy and Black Expo.

I wonder why these Asians were singled out? Easy victims?

in all honesty i would have killed him.

 

[E5RANGER375]

in all honesty i would have killed him.

heck yeah!! as soon as his dirty paws entered my car window the FIRST time, he would have been breathing through his chest cavity

 

[Expat]

in all honesty i would have killed him.

I wondered about this. How much of this guy leaning into my car punching me in the face do I put up with before I put one between his beady little eyes? I think I would have had it in hand when I saw him approaching and his big fat mouth running.

 

[45calibre]

yeah you can tell by the way he had his right hand that he was gonna strike.

 

[bwframe]

This thread is full of lose.

 

[Que]

Never heard about Oktoberfest? Really? If something is even remotely German, they throw a party for Oktoberfest! The Greek Festival is usually all over the local news. The French Festival was practically in my backyard for 8 years, and was bigger every year. And yes, the others could advertise more than just on the local TV stations and local papers.

Yes, I have attended many of these events, and will continue. No event is 100% crime free. There are always a few bad apples (drunks, idiots, etc...). When would I chose to not attend an event?
- when previous experience has told me I am not welcome
- when the local and national news reports an increase in violence during the event

Would you really suggest that I take my wife and infant daughter for a walk wound the circle after dark on THIS Saturday evening?

I've heard about all kinds of cultural events, but I'm specifically addressing dates and times. How were these events publicized?

Which year did you attend the Expo and you felt like you weren't welcome? What happened to make you feel like you weren't welcome. Anyway, I guess, due to your reply, you don't go a lot of places you don't necessarily feel welcome, but I suggest you try it. You just may meet some nice people who will not only make you feel welcome, but you may find that you have a lot in common with them.

I wouldn't suggest you take your wife and infant daughter for a walk around the circle after dark on any Saturday night. I often see a lot of bikers around there on Saturday nights and they look pretty mean. Years ago, I was told not to ride downtown on Saturday nights or not to go into any town with ...wood, ...ville, etc., in the name. I go wherever I want and yes, I take my family with me. If it's a public event, I welcome myself.

 

[Benny]

I wondered about this. How much of this guy leaning into my car punching me in the face do I put up with before I put one between his beady little eyes? I think I would have had it in hand when I saw him approaching and his big fat mouth running.

I think E5 has the right idea. Put your shoplifters on me while I'm sitting in my car and there's a good chance you won't have to chance to wish you didn't.