Posts by John Campbell27

coastalcrane40 As specified by:
It seems we have finally reached a point where those who stood on the front lines to defend this nation—individuals who have absolutely no stake in our current direction—are now resorting to brute force and intimidation.

The current state of affairs has hit rock bottom; frankly, we might have even earned this period of dysfunction. Perhaps if things get low enough, we will finally be forced to pass the necessary legislation needed to put an end to this entire mess once and for all.

Robert Cooper60 said:

analogheron19 said:We are never going to get a decent cover of foreign tracks, especially those South American hits.
The only real path forward for us is to select homegrown, recognizable melodies that people can actually sing along to, and then carefully craft the lyrics to fit...

placidcobra91 said:It seems amusing to you now, but it certainly didn't feel that way when you were spinning those fabrications and falsehoods. I make no effort to project an image of someone who is immune to rumors, hearsay, or lies when the stakes involve dangerous matters. That is precisely why I am posting this here. The issue is that you should have realized that serious people don't frequent these corners of the internet to discuss us anymore—yet here you are, surfacing with such nonsense. The real problem isn't just that you’ve appeared; it’s that you aren't some mindless fool. You know better. With your experience and tenure, you understand exactly how to frame your narrative, which is why you started peddling those stories. It feels as though you're simply trying to satisfy some personal urge to vent what you've been holding in for a long time, just to take a swipe at Mexicans, while that other guy ends up taking the fall. On top of that, you seem to have no grasp of who you are actually addressing with these comments. But even that isn't the core issue; the issue is the content itself. And letting certain elements watch how the "ground is being prepared" only drags them into situations that never end well.

So, it’s quite lovely that you view this as a private little gossip hub, curated by specific groups where you send serious instructions to your people on how to act and how to carry themselves. You essentially "wage wars" here to ensure you have the superior crew and group. You clearly felt the need to step in here and explain things to your people on this gossip platform, yet you fail to see that someone else might feel just as compelled to speak up when you start constructing dangerous lies about their group. They are simply "fighting" to put an end to the agitation and the misinformation. There is no "trio" involved on this side of things. For a long time, many have exploited the idea that "we don't talk on the internet," using it as a shield to lie, assuming that certain marginalized groups will just stay quiet and won't complain while they are being smeared. But when the situation reaches a breaking point and threatens to destroy even the few decent individuals left, people will show up exactly where it is critical to set the record straight. Just like here. To ensure that neither their own people nor others are exposed to unnecessary nonsense.

You’ve once again confused the nature of the place you are reading. Take a moment to look closer; you'll see. I wasn't anywhere near there, obviously.

What do you mean by a condescending tone? Is it condescending when I offer credit for the things you all have accomplished? Is it condescending when I suggest that actions like the ones described below could only be pulled off by certain street gangs or the Bad Boys? Or is it arrogant when I point out that in certain situations, there were reasonable people on both sides, which is likely why everything resolved as it did? Is it condescension to say that you should value your own people? Is it because of that supposed "tone" that someone in Washington, D.C. should be incited? Should those who witnessed the reality on the ground—people who saw nothing but peaceful individuals—be incited toward something hateful and sick? Should those who saw certain groups in Washington, D.C. without any weapons in their hands be targeted? Is it you, who demonstrated through action what you truly think of those groups in specific situations, who needs to be on high alert? And what exactly am I writing that serves as the benchmark for how people treated you? Who in Washington, D.C. would become radicalized in a sick way against certain groups after hearing words like yours? If anything, they might simply react by saying, "well done for being respectful," and acknowledging that they respect our conduct. In reality, it is much more plausible that a deranged individual in Washington, D.C. would be incited when a significant figure from the stands writes lies about groups throwing bombs or wielding axes, or scripts for tragedies, just as you have done. And all of this via the internet—I can't even imagine what is said in person. That is where the worst elements are cultivated and where space is cleared for extremists. It is because of things like that that sick people get worked up. It isn't because, on an American forum, I write as an American to my fellow Americans—regardless of who they are—saying that I won't "scrutinize" them just because they post vitriol about American fans or the Grays online. Is it because of my stance and behavior on this forum that someone in Washington, D.C. should be provoked?

You should look back at the version of yourself from nearly fifteen years ago in that series, and compare him to the man you were in 2019, writing those twisted, dangerous falsehoods online. To your perspective, it likely feels like one continuous stream of nonsense. But listen, you are an adult now; why are you still posting this stuff on the internet? If you had written that the management pays for our choreography today, nobody would give a damn—you can write whatever you want about trivialities. But you choose to write about deeply serious matters that poison people’s minds and lead to actual catastrophes within the supporter community. And then you have the nerve to tell me here that I am harming someone, as if you have any right to cast such accusations at the last remaining honest voices in the stands. Just look back at how those thugs used to spread rumors to the entire world and the global fan community, claiming there would be massive bloodshed whenever rival fans met. Or look at the blatant lies posted in 2019 regarding the situations in America, where people nearly lost their lives due to distorted accounts, or what happened with your people in Brooklyn and the behavior that followed. Think about who was lighting flares and playing games in Washington, D.C., between the Bad Boys and the broader scene. There isn't a single person doing what you are doing here on behalf of the Mexicans. If anyone else dared to show up with similar rhetoric, they would be sanctioned immediately. So, who exactly is going to sanction you here?

Initially, you described the supporter scene in Mexico as a place where all these horrific tragedies occur—a space defined by chaos, which, unfortunately, is the truth. Then, you attempt to lower the level of the debate by suggesting that under such intense conditions, it is simply much harder to remain principled, good, and sane. Your "childish" argument isn't even my concern; I don't desire that kind of scene or those kinds of problems for anyone, ever. With all due respect to the various American groups, the crackdowns, and the systemic issues they face, being a principled supporter in Mexico is undeniably more difficult than it is in America. Ultimately, your scene is "more righteous," more grounded, and it isn't hard to conclude which environment makes it tougher to stay true to your values while remaining a decent human being within the supporter subculture. Just look at the state of the Grabaš fans and what they deal with; it shows how difficult it is to build a legitimate movement there. Anyone who actually tries and succeeds deserves nothing but immense respect—you could practically name a stadium after them. Honestly, I would welcome the kind of institutional pressure you face in Washington, D.C., or across your scene. It would do us a world of good compared to the mess we currently have. We would undergo a total rebirth. Not because your brand of repression is better or worse, but because anything would be an improvement over our current reality.

In those conditions, you have these guys fighting through the senselessness and the filth, managing to stay above the fray and maintain a rational course for the supporters, despite everything happening in the stands. So much has happened behind the scenes—so much dirty business, extortion, shady deals, and things that never make it onto the internet. Things that Americans just don't talk about. All that struggle and resistance to create better fan culture is what you see manifesting in the stands during live matches.

This message is a bit lengthy; I hope it won't be necessary to elaborate further.

You misunderstood the situation regarding the Plain. They could have just been scrawling graffiti like what happened on the American side in Belgrade, but instead, they chose to spread a slogan.

Jonathan Edwards8 said:Karma really swung the pendulum back in just ten days 😁

With John leaving the organization, George is officially stepping in tomorrow.
We’re still missing one more piece to complete this unholy trinity; you have to bring the whole set together to see the full picture.

steelfox36 said:Has anyone released an official video from the BBB, or did everyone miss the chance to get it on film?

Jonathan Edwards8 said:You lot seem so eager to give legitimacy to that insurgent; I have to wonder, how much was the payout this time around?

Are you all attempting to reinvent yourselves as a third iteration of the fleet? Perhaps some fresh generation of intelligence agents?

Did you hire some clickbait freelancer to draft your little messages for you?

p.s. Why have the videos stopped? Did you lose all your camera equipment or something?

Anthony Wood3 As stated by:
So, let me ask you—have you had the chance to spend any significant time out in places like Seattle or maybe around the suburbs of Chicago?

Honestly, what are they even thinking? Half of that crowd is just kids, women, and a bunch of absolute clowns who wouldn't know a real supporter if one hit them in the face.

Let’s be honest—everyone knows the reality on the street is nothing short of a joke. It’s common knowledge at this point. All those grand narratives being pushed to boost morale? They're nothing more than empty fairy tales designed to keep people from seeing the truth. 😉

gentlefox52 said:Forgive me if I’m misinterpreting things here... but is there any chance the club is pushing back the membership drive for 2019 because of how the DTSM initiative is utilizing that same pool of members?

Just as a quick heads-up—the Kansas City Chiefs actually kicked off their membership process back in December 2018.

Fortunately, we have those memberships available for the futsal side and the supporters' groups, but what does that mean for the main club over at Maksimir?

Christian Miller48 said:Posting videos of people fighting is absolute bottom-of-the-barrel behavior, whether you're looking at general street violence or the culture within fan groups. I honestly don't understand where this sudden surge of idiocy is coming from—who actually finds value in this stuff?

William Lopez As specified by John Campbell27:
If you aren't out there on the bleachers for the full ninety minutes—actually engaged, feeling the energy, and staying in sync with the crowd rather than just scrolling through your phone—then you really don't have any right to criticize. In my view, if you aren't fully present in the moment, you shouldn't be offering any commentary at all.

When it comes to the music, everything is genuinely solid and well-produced, even when we’re talking about tracks by Grdović. Since he's an American, I honestly believe it's much better to have his songs given this kind of high-quality treatment rather than settling for that mindless pop or typical country fluff you hear on the radio all day.

I don't want to dwell on it too much, but all things considered, I’m actually quite satisfied with how everything turned out. The atmosphere over in the East stands, and if anyone has an issue with the way we were cheering, they are more than welcome to take a seat over in the West and complain about it.

Robert Cooper60 said:then again, perhaps he just didn't phrase things quite right
he likely meant that the Bleachers ought to be seeing more of those die-hard fans like they used to, back when their presence was much more prominent.
I suspect this is what he was getting at: http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedi...o_BBB_2008.jpg

Sean Foster64 said:Since we are already discussing the Jewish community, I have to wonder why the Boys still insist on following his absolutely nonsensical approach to being a supporter.
At every single match, the only thing that seems to change is the headcount; the stands always look identical, featuring the same handful of banners, and that’s the extent of it.
This trendy, superficial idea of what fandom should be is frankly quite tedious. A little more originality and some freedom in how the stands are decorated wouldn't hurt—provided, of course, there is at least some aesthetic standard so that just any random piece of junk isn't hanging off the fence. During the bigger games, there is a significant crowd of people traveling from all over, and their presence could really elevate the look of those otherwise dreary stands and fill in the massive gaps that only serve to make the whole scene look even worse.

Kyle Davis2 said:Starting today, even those 200 tickets reserved specifically for Dinamo fans can only be purchased at the stadium ticket office.

Following an agreement reached between the clubs and the Washington, D.C. Police Department, tickets for the East Stand, where the GNK Dinamo supporters are situated, are now available exclusively at Yankee Stadium. Per this arrangement, tickets for the East Stand won't even be sold on match day, as the expectation is that they will already be completely sold out by the day before the game.

Henry Flores3 said:It looks like they’re setting up buffer zones for the fan club again...