Twin Tiers Living 464 Posted September 11 Quote This story contains crude language, including racist, sexist and homophobic slurs. CAROLINE, N.Y. — About a hundred people gathered at the Caroline Town Court Monday evening in support of local Black farmer, educator and business owner, Amanda David. Dozens of David’s supporters packed into the old white wooden courthouse, with more still spilling out into the hall and onto the building’s steps. As the court’s small parking lot and adjoining field filled, parked cars began to line the streets of Slaterville Springs. The crowd was there to witness the arraignment of David’s neighbor and Brooktondale resident Robert Whittaker Jr. on hate crime charges and contempt of court. Court filings and other documents reviewed by The Ithaca Voice indicate a pattern of threats, harassment and vandalism targeting David and her children that has played out over the last three years. Of the documented incidents reviewed by the Voice, Whittaker, who is white, frequently used racist, sexist and homophobic slurs and language. “I just did not feel safe or comfortable outside. At any point [if I went] outside, I would be yelled at, my kids would be yelled at,” David said. “My daughter won’t go outside alone. Everyone carries their phone at all times [in case they need to] to record [an incident.]” Read the rest here. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pvt Snowball 43 Posted September 13 As he should be charged I hope justice is served. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hal 542 Posted September 13 13 hours ago, Pvt Snowball said: As he should be charged I hope justice is served. Yes , he deserves whatever punishment he gets . I’m thinking there may be some mental issues here as he doesn’t seem to realize he took that just too , too far ! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pvt Snowball 43 Posted September 13 Oh I'm sure this guy is who he really is loud and proud 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hal 542 Posted September 13 9 minutes ago, Pvt Snowball said: Oh I'm sure this guy is who he really is loud and proud Unfortunately yes ! But what is that saying… pride goeth before the fall ?! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pvt Snowball 43 Posted September 14 It a shame that there are people still out here who thinks likes this guy this is why there a mistrust amongst folks Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hal 542 Posted September 14 18 hours ago, Pvt Snowball said: It a shame that there are people still out here who thinks likes this guy this is why there a mistrust amongst folks Yes Pvt Snowball , there are still people out there that can’t look beyond skin color . Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pvt Snowball 43 Posted September 15 17 hours ago, Hal said: Yes Pvt Snowball , there are still people out there that can’t look beyond skin color . This is why I have The Talk with my kids people are crazy with their backwards thinking 🤔 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hal 542 Posted September 16 10 hours ago, Pvt Snowball said: This is why I have The Talk with my kids people are crazy with their backwards thinking 🤔 “ The talk “ ? Like about sex ? Kidding of course Pvt. but do you make sure to tell them that not everyone is backward thinking relative to what ( i think ) “ the Talk “ is ?! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
