Yes after the inconvenience of setting up a burner phone to go through the border I was enraged and returned home to Canada with my regular phone. Why in hell should we feel threatened like this! As it happened my car was searched and I was questioned about drugs when returning from the US😅 not crossing in. The Canadians smiled and I literally laughed…I guess they had to meet their Wednesday quota of stops
Democrats Abroad actually suggested their officers carry burner phones! Democrats Abroad is part of the US Democratic Party. I still carry my main/only phone, but wow!
Some truly awesome things have happened over the course of my lifetime. Simultaneously, it's still almost impossible to wrap my mind around the fact that this "country" has fallen this far and that so many vile, sub-human pieces of shit walk amongst us, believing what they believe.
You are not required to open your phone, but they are still confiscating phones and then they have all the time in the world to peruse it. You may never get it back, and your contacts will hate you! :D
There are ways to encrypt a phone so well that it's essentially a paperweight to anyone who doesn't know the pass code. However, if you forget it you're screwed.
If I do travel outside the country while these cretins (there! I said it!) are still in office, yeah, I'll get a burner phone (there was a time my hubby and I went down to Ensenada for a three-day tour on a small cruise ship [it's why my hubby finally got his passport] a long time B.T. [Before Trump]; can't recall if I had a phone with me or not at the time, but I didn't have any fears getting back into the States...).
Heck, the only reason I even carry one in the first place is for emergencies; it's not hooked up to the Internet or anything and I have less than a dozen contacts (still wouldn't want them hassled, though). :-/
Absolutely correct. But how many of us actually know our full rights in situations like those we face now? It seems that it would be a good idea for us to do a little research and share with this community. The more you know...
It’s one thing to know your rights. It’s another when there is a 250 lb. guy with a gun standing over you. I have no biometrics on my ancient phone, but if I went somewhere less safe than a multi thousand march, I’d buy a burner. 👹
I have two of those, sent to me free by the ACLU as part of a "we gave you a nice gift, now give us some money to show your appreciation! :D" kind of thing; I didn't blame them, they deserve all the help they get. But yeah, it is handy, and at least one of them, the one by my computer (vs. the one in my fanny pack), is full of underlined areas, highlighted areas, etc., etc., etc. ;-)
I bought mine online (can't recall where), but it was inexpensive, and it's handy to have. I've been using it a lot lately. I have to keep checking to see where different things can be found so that I can ensure my rantings on Facebook and responses to MAGA posts are accurate! LOL!
Wasn't there a time when we could get such things from the government printing office for FREE because our tax dollars paid for such things, and they were important for everyone to know, citizens and non-citizens alike? :-/
Is that still the case (not that I'd really trust much coming from the Feds these days...)?
Oh my God, that poor Norwegian tourist! I feel so badly for him. The Dump Regime are evil, insecure sadists. I beg you, world travelers! Please spend your hard-earned money elsewhere, like Canada or Mexico. The USA should be considered off-limits until We the People throw out the fascists. No sooner than 2027. 😑 If you must come here, bring a burner phone with no apps.
I am sad to say that I must agree. I would rather lose the tourism for a while than see travelers lose their freedom, their rights and, maybe, their lives just to see what is still a beautiful country.
What's so amusing is that the travel/tourism industry in the US is looking for ways to attract more tourists and isn't willing to acknowledge the obvious. They are, I'm guessing, all MAGA voters - big money mainly white cis hetero men - and have never spoken out about why people will not come here. What's bigger than an elephant in the room???
I'm heading out of the country in a couple of weeks. I suppose I'll have to come back at some point, and that has me worried, as there have been over 70 documented U.S. citizens that have been deported. Can I choose my country of deportation? I really think if they look at my phone, their heads will explode. Time to get down to AAA and pick up some old school physical maps, so I'm not using the phone for google maps!
You might want to leave your phone at home and bring a burner. Also if you have your own phone, disable biometrics (see Parkrose Permaculture). They can force your fingers or thumb onto your phone to open it.
Sorry, the point is that you get no choice, no lawyer, no phone call. This is domestic terrorism. Put your real phone in your checked luggage and buy a cheap one to carry on the flight. As long as you can stay away, do it. Rotate among your friends and relatives!👹
Uh not now. SCOTUS said they can send you anywhere - and it could be to the being-constructed FL Everglades detention center - or two of them - that will harm the environment and anyone trying to escape. I saw there was a plane waiting to take detainees being deported to S. Sudan. So tho' I joke, be very careful.
Do you have to go? Is it for business or family? :-/
None of my business, to be sure, but if it's only for tourism or, y'know, FUN in learning about other cultures and enjoying them, you might want to put it off... :-/
I'm so pleased to hear that you and those others who post optimistically, but supportively about the current state of U.S. politics, are determined to continue your remarks against the present "regime". I don't think they feel any need to tell the truth when they believe a lie will serve them better. Take care, be safe, and keep up the bombardment. I love it!
Paper thin skinned, insecure babies that can't handle the simplest of jokes. I hope when they get to hell, Satan gives them all rooms wallpapered with memes about them with a demon in the corner that constantly cracks jokes about them.
These people are so thin skinned and insecure. We’re going to prevail, with your help.
Bless you.
Thank you.
Amen!
What a bunch of whiny little crybabies. Meme away!
A-meme-away, a-meme-away. Sorry! I changed my phone from biometric unlock to a password just to visit the US. And I'm a citizen!
HA! I did the same thing w/ "Meme away" and started singing then saw yours. Great minds? Musical minds?
Minds "corrupted" by childhoods spent listening to Weird Al Yankovic and other song "desecraters"? :D
"At the border
The peaceful border
The wingnuts lose their minds
At the border
Once-friendly border
It's weakness to be kind..."
Nothing like an earworm to start the day!
Nothing like an earworm to start the day!
Several friends have recently advised: If you’re going to travel internationally, take a burner phone, not your actual phone. This shit is insane.
I refuse to change anything. They are going to have to arrest me for free speech.
I hope God had a good lawyer’s number memorized!👹
Sad to think God needs a lawyer.
Yes after the inconvenience of setting up a burner phone to go through the border I was enraged and returned home to Canada with my regular phone. Why in hell should we feel threatened like this! As it happened my car was searched and I was questioned about drugs when returning from the US😅 not crossing in. The Canadians smiled and I literally laughed…I guess they had to meet their Wednesday quota of stops
Democrats Abroad actually suggested their officers carry burner phones! Democrats Abroad is part of the US Democratic Party. I still carry my main/only phone, but wow!
A friend's immigration lawyer advises the same.
Some truly awesome things have happened over the course of my lifetime. Simultaneously, it's still almost impossible to wrap my mind around the fact that this "country" has fallen this far and that so many vile, sub-human pieces of shit walk amongst us, believing what they believe.
Dear God,
Please tell the Army:
Remove ALL biometrics from your phone.
No one is required to open their phone without a warrant.
Please, everyone...please stay safe and know your RIGHTS.
Love,
me
You are not required to open your phone, but they are still confiscating phones and then they have all the time in the world to peruse it. You may never get it back, and your contacts will hate you! :D
There are ways to encrypt a phone so well that it's essentially a paperweight to anyone who doesn't know the pass code. However, if you forget it you're screwed.
I'm not planning international travel anymore.
If I do travel outside the country while these cretins (there! I said it!) are still in office, yeah, I'll get a burner phone (there was a time my hubby and I went down to Ensenada for a three-day tour on a small cruise ship [it's why my hubby finally got his passport] a long time B.T. [Before Trump]; can't recall if I had a phone with me or not at the time, but I didn't have any fears getting back into the States...).
Heck, the only reason I even carry one in the first place is for emergencies; it's not hooked up to the Internet or anything and I have less than a dozen contacts (still wouldn't want them hassled, though). :-/
Upgrade your Security if you need, and make sure your contacts are uploaded elsewhere. 🙂
Absolutely correct. But how many of us actually know our full rights in situations like those we face now? It seems that it would be a good idea for us to do a little research and share with this community. The more you know...
It’s one thing to know your rights. It’s another when there is a 250 lb. guy with a gun standing over you. I have no biometrics on my ancient phone, but if I went somewhere less safe than a multi thousand march, I’d buy a burner. 👹
Get a pocket copy of the US Constitution & stick it in your car.
Or carry it in your pocket!
I have two of those, sent to me free by the ACLU as part of a "we gave you a nice gift, now give us some money to show your appreciation! :D" kind of thing; I didn't blame them, they deserve all the help they get. But yeah, it is handy, and at least one of them, the one by my computer (vs. the one in my fanny pack), is full of underlined areas, highlighted areas, etc., etc., etc. ;-)
I bought mine online (can't recall where), but it was inexpensive, and it's handy to have. I've been using it a lot lately. I have to keep checking to see where different things can be found so that I can ensure my rantings on Facebook and responses to MAGA posts are accurate! LOL!
Wasn't there a time when we could get such things from the government printing office for FREE because our tax dollars paid for such things, and they were important for everyone to know, citizens and non-citizens alike? :-/
Is that still the case (not that I'd really trust much coming from the Feds these days...)?
We have your back, God!
Dear God, SMITE THEM! Please!
Oh my God, that poor Norwegian tourist! I feel so badly for him. The Dump Regime are evil, insecure sadists. I beg you, world travelers! Please spend your hard-earned money elsewhere, like Canada or Mexico. The USA should be considered off-limits until We the People throw out the fascists. No sooner than 2027. 😑 If you must come here, bring a burner phone with no apps.
I am sad to say that I must agree. I would rather lose the tourism for a while than see travelers lose their freedom, their rights and, maybe, their lives just to see what is still a beautiful country.
What's so amusing is that the travel/tourism industry in the US is looking for ways to attract more tourists and isn't willing to acknowledge the obvious. They are, I'm guessing, all MAGA voters - big money mainly white cis hetero men - and have never spoken out about why people will not come here. What's bigger than an elephant in the room???
I'm in the UK . How many reasons can you list NOT to come to the US?
Uncontrolled guns
Untrained armed police
Unregulated food
An unvaccinated public
Chaos in Air Traffic Control
ICE with unlimited powers (I don't want to pay $2k for a holiday in Miami and end up in Sudan!)
One of the most expensive Health Care services in the world.
Danger of running into people who think like trump and LIKE him!
The American tourist industry is predicted to lose $12.5 BILLION this year.
Great work, Donnie!
I think they're picking citizens and tourists at random to make a point.
They said they refused him because of "previous drug use".
I bet if he'd had a meme of trump dressed as Superman, they'd have let him in. . .
I'm heading out of the country in a couple of weeks. I suppose I'll have to come back at some point, and that has me worried, as there have been over 70 documented U.S. citizens that have been deported. Can I choose my country of deportation? I really think if they look at my phone, their heads will explode. Time to get down to AAA and pick up some old school physical maps, so I'm not using the phone for google maps!
You might want to leave your phone at home and bring a burner. Also if you have your own phone, disable biometrics (see Parkrose Permaculture). They can force your fingers or thumb onto your phone to open it.
Sorry, the point is that you get no choice, no lawyer, no phone call. This is domestic terrorism. Put your real phone in your checked luggage and buy a cheap one to carry on the flight. As long as you can stay away, do it. Rotate among your friends and relatives!👹
Sometimes you can find physical maps at a bookstore.
Uh not now. SCOTUS said they can send you anywhere - and it could be to the being-constructed FL Everglades detention center - or two of them - that will harm the environment and anyone trying to escape. I saw there was a plane waiting to take detainees being deported to S. Sudan. So tho' I joke, be very careful.
Do you have to go? Is it for business or family? :-/
None of my business, to be sure, but if it's only for tourism or, y'know, FUN in learning about other cultures and enjoying them, you might want to put it off... :-/
Keep up the good (Godly) work... you are a constant light in the darkness emanating from the WH!
Don’t let those boneheaded shitweasels get to you God, we will stand with you, ALWAYS!! ❤️❤️
I'm so pleased to hear that you and those others who post optimistically, but supportively about the current state of U.S. politics, are determined to continue your remarks against the present "regime". I don't think they feel any need to tell the truth when they believe a lie will serve them better. Take care, be safe, and keep up the bombardment. I love it!
Trump is a twat.
I wish I could like this more than once, but since I can't, here's this: ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Thank you for standing up for all the rights we used to have. Know they don’t like memes but it Free Speech for HEAVENS sake. Amen
Snowflakes! The whole lot!
Definition of a snowflake: cold, fragile, and brittle.
Paper thin skinned, insecure babies that can't handle the simplest of jokes. I hope when they get to hell, Satan gives them all rooms wallpapered with memes about them with a demon in the corner that constantly cracks jokes about them.