Thread: ALIPAC Withdraws From AZ Rallies Over Nazi Groups & Tanc

I guess it concerns me that one of the tactics often used by socialists is to infiltrate an organization with some of their own people. The objective is to stir up trouble and make a legitimate group look like a group of right wing radicals, and to disorganize and discredit from within...Sounds like they have a guy in place misguiding ALIPAC, and playing the hate & race cards.

Daniel Smeriglio May 18 at 5:35am Reply
Ladies and Gentlemen,

Please forgive me for having to waste a moment of your time, but sometimes it is necessary to respond when your character, integrity or honor are under attack.

In regards to false statements being made about our rally, June 5, 2010 in Phoenix, Arizona, let me state a few things.

I have always worked on a grassroots level with honor, integrity and passion for always putting the people first and foremost with everything that I do. I do not beg for money, nor am I sponsored by any national organization. No organization funds my efforts to combat unfair and unjust taxation, political corruption on all levels, and of course holding rallies opposed to illegal immigration and amnesty.

My organization operates on a shoestring budget that is self-funded. We believe that our freedoms are guaranteed to us by the bravery and ultimate sacrifices made by our men and women of the armed forces. Our Bill of Rights does not have a price tag attached to it. We do this out of love for our country and a willingness to always put the people first above money and special interest groups. We believe that We the People have the power!

Along the way you hit road blocks and hardships, but it's how you rise above the lies and jealousy that speaks to the character of not only yourself, but of the people that believe in you. I have always held truth to be of the utmost value.

Let me address some toxic lies that are being hurled by those who claim to represent the same beliefs about national security that I do.

First, it was brought to my attention over the last week that some people were concerned about allegations made against me with regards to Facebook friends and a band that appeared on my Facebook profile. Out of the 2,200 friends on my Facebook page, two apparently had or have some association with groups that do NOT represent my beliefs, particularly regarding illegal immigration.

When this was brought to my attention I immediately removed and blocked the two individuals in question, because I stand against illegal immigration with no hatred in my heart for any person, race or religion. I support LEGAL immigration and always pay homage to the millions of hardworking immigrants that have made our nation the beautiful place that it is today. I believe that "illegal" has no race and has no social standing. I am opposed to lawbreakers that damage the good and noble name of all those whom migrate to this country legally every year.

When I learned that these two individuals were connected to my Facebook account I was outraged, disgusted and angry. I am a person from a culturally diverse family and I am extremely proud of that.

Secondly, apparently there was a band that has some form of hatred in their lyrics on my Facebook profile. I assure you that I had never heard the lyrics of this band - which I shall not name because I refuse to advertise for them. I do not have the ability to do a background check on every person or band out of thousands that I come into contact with on Facebook. To link me with this band is absurd and was done with malicious intent. I will have no part of it.

I will never subscribe to a person or group that chooses to hate others for any reason. I find it insulting to be accused of such beliefs. These allegations are unfounded and their claims are baseless.

All that I do comes from a caring and concern for the people of this nation. I have witnessed first hand what happens when national security isn't a primary concern in our nation. My family and many other families all suffered incredible losses on 9/11. I fight because I believe that we are a nation of laws and that the law should apply to everyone equally without exception.

Lies and misinformation will not derail me from my mission. I will pray for those who have spread these lies, that they some day see the error of their ways.
I am determined to put on the largest rally in support of Arizona and the rule of law that our nation has ever seen. It brings me great honor to have you continue to believe in me - and stand with me - as this is all about our survival as a nation. The integrity of this important and patriotic event shall not be infringed upon or sabotaged.

A month ago I made a promise to hold a rally in support of Arizona and I will keep my promise to all of you no matter what is thrown into our path. When the truth is guiding you, you can never be wrong. I am grateful to have so many national leaders and elected officials standing with us. There is no greater honor for me than to make this rally a tremendous success for all of you brave patriots in Arizona and every patriot across this great nation.

I will never resort to the tactic of spreading hateful allegations. I would rather funnel that passion and desire into standing up and doing the right thing, not only for my country, but also for all of you out there who believe in this noble and just cause.

Thank you very much and may God bless you all,

Daniel Smeriglio
The Voice Of The People USA, PAC
http://www.votpusa.com

you must organize your own rallies and control them – other people can come but not organize – you were correct to withdraw

but you must plan another rally, I suggest the summer solstice June 21 and for this one -- no political speakers or conservative talking heads -- just people saying how they have suffered from illegal immigration and the gov talking about what it cost the state - this movement has to stop its identification with the right because this is not a right or left issue.

Whoever organized this has no commitment to diversity -- the speakers are a good example -- you cannot hold the center with those kind of speakers. I looked at the speakers and said this is the Right co-opting the immigration movement -- all the usual talking heads -- this has to stop. Develop a strategy and plan the event around that -- don't just gather the same bores to lecture people.

Originally Posted by TexDave

I'm devestated by this news. Obviously, any involvement by racist groups are not good for the support of 1070. But I do echo the comments above that we should work to overcome the challenges that are thrown in our path. Illegal Alien supporters have no problem marching in the face of their detractors, I would hope we could have as much steel to support our cause as heartily.

I'm really torn as to what to do...I've been saving my pennies for the long journey across the desert to stand up for America and all she means to her people. What to I do now? Spend the money and hope more than a hundred people show up? Is anybody else still planning on being there on June 12? Who holds the permits? I'd do anything I can within my power to encourage people to stand behind 1070 but I'm just one man.

Go Man, I wish I could.

I do not believe Daniel Smeriglio is a Nazi. I believe this is a tactic from our anti SB 1070 friends. Dan said he has a permit to march. Does he or doesn't he? That should be pretty easy to check out. Did you do that?

Thanks to all for supporting SB 1070. Let's keep America safe.

How unfortunate this incident has come about.

I worked on Tom Tancredo's presidential campaign and not at anytime, anywhere, under any circumstance did I hear a racist comment from him.

To make such a heinous allegation against one of the most patriotic and courageous Americans of our time is uncomprehensible.

Tom Tancredo was the front runner in educating Americans to the devastating results of illegal immigration - at a time - when the majority of Americans were in a coma about this issue. I know what I've been put through opposing illegal immigration in Nebraska and I cannot imagine how very alone Mr. Tancredo must have felt at times.

This is a sad day for Americans and a rejoicing day for the pro illegal alien supporters to see such fraction of great Americans. I looked at the video links but I failed to see anything racist or skin head? What did I miss?

I stand behind Tom Tancredo 100%.

I actually had a discussion (disagreement) with Dan Smeriglio on the wall of the Rally facebook site or the Stand with Arizona facebook site. I don't remember which. But, it was regarding some racist comments he made. Another person and I were trying to get him to see that this is not an issue about race and that bringing race into this issue "poisons the well" so to speak. Dan Smeriglio made many white supremacist comments in that post. His comments were later deleted from the wall. You are absolutely right in not aligning ourselves with white supremacists and right about not allowing race to enter into this issue.

I stand behind you 100%! I can count on you to only uphold TRUTH. I know your facts are verified and accurate. I know I can trust you.

That trust is important to our cause. Truth is of utmost importance to our cause. We must not allow diversions and distractions from the true issue.

Originally Posted by stempal

Inviting skinheads/nazis is one thing that can't be allowed but if a rally anywhere for cause X is announced and they show up spontaneously for or against cause X, there is not much that can be done about it. One just can't cancel events because of those who might show up. A football game is not canceled because there may be a rowdy group of drunks in the crowd; they can be evicted for at the scene behavior but not just showing up.

This was not a case of the skinheads just showing up. This is a case of the primary organizer of the June 5 event was caught by our political opposition associating with skin heads and their activists and music.

Racist showing up has always been a problem and concern that we have dealt with in the past. That is different than the key organizer working with them and our opposition knowing about it.

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Tcooks. welcome to the site.
and to the fight that is illegal immigration.

I commend you on your action to disassociate yourselves from nazi elements. We must always be on guard for this sort of thing. Many so called conservative groups have their own agenda. It's a shame you had to go through all this but your actions make me proud to be a member.