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Free Tibet...Protesters.

The hell with an overpass on I-5; when you want to make a statement you might as well go big or go home…or go to jail. Three protesters scaled the Golden Gate Bridge on Monday and hung banners that read “One World, One Dream, Free Tibet.” These activists are part of a group known as Students for a Free Tibet. Seven total protesters were hauled to jail and charged with misdemeanor trespassing, nuisance, and felony conspiracy.

Upon hearing about the act of protest the Chinese government promptly diminished the sentences of their protesters, which set them free. They also drew up a treaty that allows Tibet to act as their own entity and finally be a free nation. No, just kidding. They actually kicked a couple of puppies, gassed some butterflies, and randomly shot people in the streets. Why, because their China, they don’t care, and they don’t like puppies.

The good news is that those who scaled the bridge now know that they’re good climbers. Rock climbing 101 really paid off! And they got their 15 minutes of fame, which means we don’t have to hear about them ever again. Hooray. They can also take solace in knowing they won’t get 3 ½ years in prison. Instead, they’ll probably get community service and timed served.

Unfortunately, the Olympic torch is just now coming to the States, so expect more delays caused by protesters followed by more injured puppies in China. Oh well, I guess someone has to try to make a difference.