From The Washington Post: “(Stewart) Rhodes, a former Army paratrooper … started the Oath Keepers in 2009 with the stated mission of preventing a ‘full-blown totalitarian dictatorship,’ and the group has emphasized recruitment among members of the military and law enforcement.” (“DOJ seeks to build large conspiracy case against Oath Keepers for Jan. 6 riot,” March 11).
On Joe Kent, local candidate for Congress: “Kent said his experience as a U.S. intelligence agent and nearly two decades as a Green Beret enable him to view a ‘clear and present threat,’ just like on the battlefield. He said he wants to defend voters against the Radical Left, who are trying to undermine the country’s democracy, free speech and gun rights.”
“The end game for the Left is total control,” said Kent. “These aren’t Socialists, these aren’t Communists, these are totalitarian dictators hiding behind elected officials.” (“Republican Third Congressional District candidates rally 16 months ahead of primary to unseat Jaime Herrera Beutler,” The Daily News).
The Columbian should ask if Mr. Kent is or has ever been a member, supporter or sympathizer of the Oath Keepers.
