Contradictory messages originating from the same people tend to do that.
And I am glad I have not faced a crowd of idiots screaming “SAY HIS NAME!” because my brain wants to answer “GEORGE ZIMMERMAN!” and that probably would not be received nicely.
And I know the USPSA guys are thinking “HANDS UP – SHOOTER READY!”
I see no contradictions here. Remember: all these phrases are tailored specifically to empower themselves while delegitimizing their opponents (us).
Same with “diversity is our strength” and “our democracy”. It’s *their* strength and democracy, not ours.
“Say his name!”
“John Jacob Jingleheimer Schmitt! HIS NAME IS MY NAME TOO!”
I am Spartacus!
“Harry Callahan!”
“Bernie Goetz! How do you DO!”
David Dorn