Yippee, martial law is on the way. It will be topped off with the north american union and rescue currency the amero. Throw in a spash of attenuated h5n1 and weatherwars and we are good to go. Yahoo, mommy, I made the red list and get a free ride in a black hawk. Aaaaahhh. Gotta pack for Fema Camp so see ya there. Until the day, Pentecost 2012, the remnant doubt this? google it.

Super bowl win, world series win,NBA championshp win,whatever;it is an excuse for the mentally deficient to loot and commit arson.It is part of the bread and circuses seen during the fall of the Roman Empire

Why doesn't he STOP the everyone from using the phrase "African Americans?" A hyphen separates, it doesn't unite.

I think most whites find this term as insulting to us as the N word is to blacks.

Why can't we all just be Americans. PERIOD

And now that we have a black president, the NAACP, the Rainbow Coalition, and all other black groups can disband.

That would truly be a first step to true unity.

I've recently stopped taking work in downtown Washington, DC (as a contractor) as the election neared. Why? I'm white, DC is mostly black, and I've already felt the eyes looking at me. I'm from the "suburbs"--what am I doing down in the 'hood doing work? The hostility is palpable. I was here for the '68 riots, and regardless of the election's outcome, I predict some measure of civil unrest. For sure, if Obama loses (not likely), the city will come apart. If he wins, only some of it will. But republicans won't be doing the rioting; you can take that to the bank. "By any means necessary" was an expression of the left, not the right.

Let the minorities riot in Toledo if they choose. I would worry more about folks like myself who choose to keep faith with the Founders, The Constitution and other concepts championed by dead white folk. I consider Democratic control of our government the equivelant of an enemy occupation and it should be dealt with in that respect. The Socialists should clearly understand if you really want to change this country, you'll have to do it the old fashioned way, because some of us aren't just going to roll over. Incidentally, don't blame the Drudge Report for my post. Toledo is a stones throw away...

people are idiots.

I assure you there will be no rioting and physical damage caused by repubs. There was none when the Kennedy election was stolen or when the Ford election was stolen.

The only people I've seen with hatred in their eyes and poison in their hearts have been the dems, and there is the last 8 years of nastiness to prove it. The real fear should be if Obama loses then all Hell and earth will pay for the blasphemy of the unbelievers.

I am a well educated African-American profession who was born and raised in Toledo. I moved over 15 years ago because of the many of the dominate race's ignorance and limited world views.
When I come to visit my family three times a year, it is so depressing to drive by inner city community and look at the despair and hopeless on many of the people faces in Toledo.
How can a Chief of Police leap to the conclusion that African American residence will riot after if Obama loses the election? Maybe I have some answers:
• The prevailing covert racism that exist in Lucas Count and Toledo;
• Disparity in unemployment rates between minorities and whites in Toledo
• The disenfranchisement and devaluation of minorities;
• Discriminatory Hiring Practice, and
• The Good Old Boy Network.

African Americans are smart then you give them credit for but the biases and negative stereotypes of minorities distort the view of many public officials in Toledo.

The question I would like to have answered, Will Toledo continue to prepare for a riot if McCain loses tonight?

WAKE UP TOLEDO ALL THE MINORITY CITIZENS IN TOLEDO ARE HURTING, AND NEED A CHANGE AND HOPE!!!!!

In response to: "Police have a right to prepare"... Its amazing that so many people are either so hateful or so stupid to say or believe Obama is a Marxist and will cause "harm" this country. Ridiculous. God forbid Sarah Palin even sees the inside of the White House. Talk about the worst thing that could happen to America since the worst President in this country's history...GW.

Let me assure you all, that by and large, there is no potential for "race rioting" on the part of the black community in the event of an Obama loss. For the record. We too are hard-working, civic minded, decent citizens too. Just like every race has it's element onf unsavory characters, there are a few in our community as well. But please do not believe for one moment that we would sully or besmirch this great moment in history with senseless violence. Rioting is usually the result of some other kind of injustice(be it legal, violence inflicted on us, or another catalyst). Understand that the mere fact that Obama's name is actually on a ballot in 2008 (when our parents and grandparents had to fight for the right to even vote less than 50 years ago) is a victory. Do not insult us with this silly fear and foolishness. We are America too. I persoanlly appreciate the police for being cautious, it makes me feel safer, because those McCain supporters can be scary.

What is going to happen when all these people who think they are going to be taken care of financially
realize all is not true? Will they riot? Seems some of big cities do that anyway and lots bad things happen. Don't believe? just read paper or watch TV.

A "Civilian Defense Force" sounds like what our fathers and grandfathers went to war against to prevent. This simple statement by Mr Obama should bring to mind all of what was bad about former Eastern Europe with secret government informants and Germany's "Hitler Youth" groups. With all of this who even knows if there will be another election. By the way this is just a continuation of what is already happening in the schools with "Homeland Security Studies"...

This is ridiculous! What are we in the middle ages. It is sad that everytime something involves African Americans we immediately think violence. What about the white people that are voting for him? Will they riot and loot as well. Grow up people! We as a nation should be able to come together and do this thing. Get over yourself. This is an historic day no matter what happens and I don't care what any of you say,anything is better than George Bush. No matter his race, He offers me HOPE not HATE like the republican party. Win with issues not drama! You guys are a joke!!!

What I noticed in Toledo is, young Black poll workers replacing some of the usual geriatric volunteers, even in my 'White' neighborhood. Teachers are already telling their 3rd graders that they can also run for president someday, if they do their homework and keep away from gangs and drugs. This is the kind of change we need!

Im so glad Im here in Germany for this election. What a mess you all have gotten yourself into back home. Either way it goes tonight someone is going to be upset and wont like the outcome. (But I have a feeling the Republicans will get over it faster than the Dems did 4 years ago) I would like to see a black man as President, but I wish it were someone who had more experience and who was more conservative and less Marxist in his thinking. Good luck and God bless. I will be home this next summer to see how things turn out.

So that you can see what really happened in Philadelphia...Google "Philadelphia Black Panther" Lord knows we dont want to incite anyone, especially someone carrying a billyclub.

The comment titled "YIKES" written by J E from Toledo is the only one I needed to read. This article, like many other e-mails, rumors and drive-by blogs, is nothing more than fear-mongering. I applaud the citizens of the state of Ohio and the other 49 states + DC who went to vote anyway and voted with their heads and not their imagined nightmares. I, for one, will not be cowed into staying home. THAT, my friends, would be un-American.

Next election we won't have to worry about this. We will have our brand new "CIVILIAN PROTECTION FORCE".

After what Obama is planning to do, every citizen and police organization should prepare for battle.

If this communist Marxist has his way, he will destroy all private business, as well as bankrupt the citizens of this country!

As a resident of Over-the-Rhine in Cincinnati and eyewitness of the 2001 riots I must say that there is a buzz of what may happen tonight and tomorrow regardless of which candidate wins. This is not an issue of race; this is about ignorance and all it takes is a few thugs to ignite a powder keg in a very tense environment that always lingers no matter the political situation. Hopefully, all will go well and we can move forward to better this country and not take steps backwards and make excuses by pointing fingers at an entire race/religion/etc.

The reason why there are so many comments to this post is because the story has been sensationalized by the mainstream media (including well-read websites like the drudge report). It's probably also why people from across the country are posting so much hate and garbage as well. Such stories are like red cloth to a bull except, instead of attracting bulls, these stories attract card-carrying members of racist organizations, ultra right-wing radicals, and other extremists who LOVE to cause problems by stirring up the pot and sticking their noses in where they don't belong. Not that I'm an expert or anything, but it would seem much more effective to ignore the hate-mongerers and know that, whatever happens, Toledo is still a great place to be, with many caring, compassionate folk who are working hard to make this city the best it can be. Don't let the haters get you down. Stay strong.

I would think you Toledoans would be happy the PD is preparing for anything that may come up, especially after the race riots you all encountered when the PD was unprepared. Coming from Columbus with our stupid OSU and their riots, I'm comfortable knowing that every officer working tonight already has their riot gear in their car. Your officers will not be walking around in riot gear intimidating people, they'll just have it close in case they need it. Who knows, you may just wake up tomorrow and have to thank an officer for what they did.

My Riot Gear is ready.

Locked and loaded in my nightstand

The first things to be hauled off will be the flat screen TVs.

I'll hopefully be celebrating with friends at a party in the Old West End as the results come in. None of us have any plans to riot should Obama lose, but we haven't heard from Central Command as each Riot Cell acts semi-autonomously :).

"Is this what the police fear- that disgruntled, out-of-control McCain supporters, irate over their candidate's loss, will turn to violence and rage "No Justice- No Peace" ???"

Now THAT would be funny, a bunch of ageing WASPS attacking the police with zimmerframes as they shout "drill baby drill!!, no not me you fool I meant oil-wise!"

Someone else already pointed this out, but I agree that whoever wrote this report needs to work on their reading/listening comprehension. The memo doesn't "say otherwise" as they report. "Patrol" and "stationed" are not the the same thing. So the Navarre didn't contradict the memo.

At a the Lord & Taylor's in Scarsdale, I overhead some Junior Leaguers plotting to loot flatscreen TVs if McCain doesn't win this thing. It has come to this, has it?

Probably end up like an NBA championship game. some Obama supporters will riot win or loose.

Ah, another proud moment for the city of Toledo. Hate mongering, intimidation, and hysterical fear of the African American community seem to be second nature to this city. Does it really surprise anybody that this is happening? I'm too disgusted to keep writing. Way to go, Toledo.

The mainstream media has been telling us that if Obama loses there will be riots and blood in the streets for weeks now. It goes to show that MSM thinks all black people are filled with ignorance, violence, and hatred. We will find out if they are right or wrong. I have my riot gear ready.

Welcome to the new world conservatives...

We are all now comrades... :-)

I don't think the election will be decided tonight, I guess civil unrest was about to come for awhile, let's hope it will not come to marshal law, that would really hurt our economy!! Think twice about voting for Senator Obama, Why? Do you really think he will pay for all your needs? We don't have the money!! GET A JOB!

Real Christians do their best to follow the example and teachings of Christ, rather than base their theology entirely on the Old Testament and Revelations.

Have we all gone nuts over an election of a President? Neither Obama or McCain will can fix America's problems. Both are corrupt to the core! Wake up folks. You've got to be an idiot to vote anymore! Read the Bible and you will find all the answers you need.

I'm genuinely shocked at the comments on this site. To think that for years the western world has looked to the US for political, ethical and moral leadership when in reality it is consumed with racism, hatred, bigotry and small mindedness. Perhaps the best thing that George Bush gave us was an administration so repugnant that we finally opened our eyes. The American dream is something that many aspired to, but it appears to just be a myth.

You people need to get a grip and think about the responsibility you hold.

as many former blue collar towns are facing problems so does toledo. look to perrysburgh where wealthy family foundations are enlightening you by donating millions to activist groups like acorn... 3rd and 4th generations are using their new found wisdom and funds from once capitlist formed wealth to educate you... but you also did get a theatre.

An Obama Propagandist attempts to Mislead:

"I was watching that piece on FOX too. You failed to include the fact that they are also booting out the Democratic poll watchers since that polling place was to crowded. Both sides are only allowed to "spot" checks. Include ALL of the facts."

All Democrats were NOT, REPEAT, NOT ask to LEAVE THE POLING Place. The reason the FEDERAL Courts have already ruled it is so important to have the official Election Boards made up of both parties there is to avoid EXACTLY WHAT IS GOING ON IN PHILADELPHIA.

The Election officials running the POLLS are in this and most other precincts made up of just one Party. History in the Untied States has shown when only one party is in charge of a poll is when the BALOT boxes get stuffed.

By throwing out ALL, REPEAT ALL, the Republicans only the Democratic party members ( In this case running the Polling Place ) are left.

History indicates when no one is watching is when the Ballot Boxes get stuffed.

How stupid do you Obama Fanatics believe the American people are ????

Is this what the police fear- that disgruntled, out-of-control McCain supporters, irate over their candidate's loss, will turn to violence and rage "No Justice- No Peace" ???

I don't think so...

Today Obama urged his supporters to get out the vote. "Vote Early and Vote Often" Obama encouraged his supporters. Members of the crowd and ACORN representatives went wild.

"No Dems, just the GOP."

Now you folks don't even believe FOX reporters???

Bwwwahahaha!!

Real Christians don't riot.
Real Christians don't kill the unborn.
Real Christians understand what a real marrage is.
Real Christians don't lie, steal, or cheat.
Real Christians are not converted by force.

I guess some Americans have forgotten why people came to America in the first place.

Like it or not, this has been an extremely racially charged election. In the event that Obama loses, there will be rioting. And in the slim chance that there isn't, there is nothing wrong with being prepared.

After having read the comments on the article, I am stunned beyond belief! If you haven't lived in Toledo you really can't make a statement on what the citizens here are like, what their beliefs & convictions are, or who is or isn't racist.
All of you who have responded with hate & venom & negativity should be ashamed of yourselves. What chance does anyone in this country have when comments that are so degrading are made? We are ALL lost. Not just a few. While I might not agree with the next person's opinion or who they voted for, I would NEVER convey hatred to them.
My son is serving in the Army at this time for EVERYONE. He doesn't care who you voted for. He is serving to defend all of you. Even the "haters". He was born & raised in Toledo & loves this town.
Perhaps being a little more tolerant, a little more charitable, a little more giving to your fellow-man would better serve this country. Hatred benefits no one.

as many former blue collar towns are facing problems so does toledo. look to perrysburgh where wealthy family foundations are enlightening you by donating millions to activist groups like acorn... 3rd and 4th generations are using their new found wisdom and funds from once capitlist formed wealth to educate you... but you also did get a theatre.

Can't you just see it already, certain people are preparing for a riot because they know the programming code in the voting machines are rigged to out put the results 49/51

FOX NEWS WILL SAY MCCAIN WON BEFORE THEY EVEN FINISH COUNTING THE VOTES.

It is cool that George Costanza is your police chief!

A prayer for peace and brotherhood among the counrty's people, please treat others as you would wish to be treated yourself...Amen

Your comment: I have never seen so much prejudice as this Republicans call them self Christians are the biggist hypocrites and pharisee as they hate and show so much hate to blacks and we are all the same inside . we all came from "Adam and Eve"

So where did the second generation come from? Cain and Abel were both men. Think about it.

The Obama Neo-nazi Gestapo Machine is out in force, they will do anything to win this election. The Liberal Media has given this man a free pass, and we as a country will pay a price for our gullible short term needs.

Forget the fact that America hasnt been attacked, Forget that for the most part the last 7 years have been stable, we are free and the majority of people work, 94%, we have allowed the liberal media to control our minds. With the election of Obama welcome to the New Socialist States of America, god help us.

Flat screen TVs will be the first items carted off.

Just an FYI for the person who still thinks that rabid Republicans were yelling "KILL HIM".

The only person who heard this was the reporter.

This compared to the rabid Dem radio broadcaster from San Francisco who on air, and audio is available, called for the DEATH OF JOE THE PLUMBER.

I don't like fringe elements of any party. But please stayed informed about FACTS, not rumors.

Rumors only inflame.

Riot Gear: I understand what you are saying and I agree in your response to my response. I know we don’t like in a wonderful harmonious world. I know that doesn’t exist, and Yes I think the police should be prepared. It is just Sad that it has to come down to that, and that some people can not be civil anymore, and will resort to violence because they do, or don't get what they want.

Yes, they are throwing out both Democrat and Republican poll watchers. But the election officials are Democrat. There will be times when only one party is represented in the polling area. See if you can guess what will be going on during those times.

Philadelphia has a history of foul play in elections, 4 years ago one of the voting machines had 200 voted for John Kerry before the election. Obama comes from the Chicago political machine, one of the most corrupt in the nation

Toledo really is one of the great armpits of the country. Racist cops--what a surprise.

I am shocked and disappointed by the hateful and racist comments made by both sides to this story. Toledo is not known for rioting, and we are not generally a racist city. The majority of people in Toledo are good hardworking citizens of many races, and religions. I just hope the extreme personalities on either side are all talk and tonight in Toledo will be just like any other night.

Re: throwing out Republicans
Posted by John Reynolds, Boston - Tuesday, November 04, 2008 at 9:49 a.m.

Posted by: Posted by t k, lima, oh - Tuesday, November 04, 2008 at 9:35 a.m.
"In Philly, they are throwing out Republican election officials"

I was watching that piece on FOX too. You failed to include the fact that they are also booting out the Democratic poll watchers since that polling place was to crowded. Both sides are only allowed to "spot" checks. Include ALL of the facts.

I wasn't watching FoxNews, I got it from townhall.com

GOP Election Board members have been tossed out of polling stations in at least half a dozen polling stations in Philadelphia because of their party status.

No Dems, just the GOP.

Great stuff on this board! One wonders how much is disinformation and how much is an unfiltered agenda. I suspect a lot of libs are posting "hate and racist" comments posing as over-the-top conservatives to stir the pot. One clear post noted the loss of business and tax base in Toledo because of high taxation. Ditto for Michigan and many industrial towns on the Great Lakes and the Northeast. NJ is losing businesses at a rapid pace the last 6 years because of high taxation. Jobs disappear or go to other states or overseas. Meanwhile the high tax states and cities continue to add taxes and maintain the same leadership. I don't know why they don't get it. But, they don't.

snap out of it.....until you see where every dime of the campaign contribution money is coming from why would you think these people represent you?

Follow the money trail.

These two guys are working for the same people, and have favors to pay back once elected. The system is broken. Superdelegates and Delegates picked two poeple for you to fight over. Snap out of it.

What you are about to see in the day following the election will stun many of you. Senator "O" has a seal with the first letter of his name "O" and a "sun rising in the middle of the O." In the Islamic Haddith, a 1,200 year old prophecy predicts that the "sun would rise in the west." Mr. "O" planned this seal (it was designed by a Muslim in Chicao) to sent a cryptic message to the Muslims that he is the "sun rising in the west," that will accept and promote peaceful Islam to America *remember the radical leader of Nation of Islam called Obama the "savior." wonder why???) I have contacts in the Middle East who say the Muslims are thrilled and believe Mr. "O" is actually a secret Muslim (many Muslims are running the campaign). As far as Mr. "O" having people serve as a "police force," this is what Louis Farakkan already does in the inner cities. His followers serve as a "police force." Believe me, you are about to be stunned when on November 5th our enemies will be dancing in the streets in the Middle East. Get ready Ohio, the U.S. is about to elect a man who will "Change" everything you have ever know.

Oh yes, hope and change-platitudes and pandering. Perhaps, if you actually sought the truth, you would have read about the Secret Service investigation about the purported yelling of "kill him (Obama)" at McCain speeches. You would also have seen video footage that proved these things were not said. Of course, I would be asking too much for a liberal and Obama supporter to objectively investigate these reports.

So I live in Arizona and I found my way here via the Drudge Report, and yes it just came across Fox News.... Toledo always finds a way to be highlighted as "that city," much like at the bar there is "that guy."

It would be really nice to see good press for my old hometown of Toledo. Even Toledo's Joe the Plumber was torn apart be his own local paper and news teams and this was highlighted by the national press.

A darn shame Toledo....

Srsly. Non-Story.

I think I would be more scared of those who yell out "Terrorist, Kill Him, Traitor" at political rallies, then the ones who yell out "Yes We Can, Hope, and Change"

I think I would be more scared of those who yell out "Terrorist, Kill Him, Traitor" at political rallies, then the ones who yell out "Yes We Can, Hope, and Change"

For those "posters" not from this area, a little education. 1) Toledo is so Democratic that it bleeds blue. 2) the unions have straggle hold on everything in Toledo 3) We have a county commissioner (Democrat) that is reported to be a card carring member of the Communist Party. 4) Nothing can be done unless our feuher (local paper publisher) approves. 5) You can not run for office unless you receive his blessing 6) More companies are leaving because of the Socialist Agenda that Toledo has a 10% unemployment. 7) We have a levy on our ballot (for the thrid time) to have property owners support a non-profit science/learning center that failed on its own. Because of lack of interest and bad managment. The voters have turned this down two times already! What you have here is what the rest of America will experience. Small business reducing staff or closing altogether. General public forced to accept and pay for things that they do not want or need. Give unpresidented power to a elite few who have no idea on how to use it for the greater good.

Great... this is McCain's way to preserve my home's value. I should buy up the neighborhood after this GOP-induced riot ends.

Posted by: Posted by t k, lima, oh - Tuesday, November 04, 2008 at 9:35 a.m.
"In Philly, they are throwing out Republican election officials"

I was watching that piece on FOX too. You failed to include the fact that they are also booting out the Democratic poll watchers since that polling place was to crowded. Both sides are only allowed to "spot" checks. Include ALL of the facts.

MB, in response to your post. Are you suggesting that the police should not be prepared? It would be a nice world to live in if we didn't have to worry about riots and fighting and violence but that is the world we live in. Please get a clue. There are people out there that are just bad. They don't care about peace, love, and hope. They don't want a peaceful world. They want violence and riots and it's the sane people of this world that must protect us and our families against them.

Why police prep for POSSIBLE riots-because SOME (not all but enough)are violent when they WIN (see Detroit*),lose (see James Carville's comments*)or when ever-birthday/wedding/block party/MLK parade/Mardi gras parade -(see New Orleans newspapers*)
...better to hope for the best and prepare for the worst ...as do the THOUSANDS in FL who have recently bought guns (see recent news coverage*)
*=not "urban myths but facts available for all who bother to look this up

Of course Toledo would make this headline! Afterall, we are the city with the Mayor who allowed the neo-nazis to march down our city streets, kicked the army out for practicing war-games, and wanted to move all deaf people next door to the airport! It doesn't surprise me.

Having lived near Toledo for over 30 years I'm not surprised that they anticipate riots. There are too many people who prefer to resort to violence instead of using their brains. Businesses keep leaving Toledo and people keep voting to increase taxes on those that remain. It's no wonder so many people have left, Toledo is a prime example of what Obama's financial strategy will do to America's economy - you better pack a lunch, it's gonna be a long 4 years if The One is elected. I haven't talked to a Democrat yet who hasn't admitted wondering if Obama is the Anti-Christ...hm... interesting....

Maybe the police are bracing for a riot because they expect your state will be rigging the election Republican again, just like it did in 2004 and 2000.

Also, the racist comments on this page are jaw dropping. Morons....

Riot Gear should be mandatory equipment on election day in every major inner city in Ohio, Michigan, Missouri, Illinois......heck, the entire US. Whether Obama wins or loses there will be a lot of "activity" tonight.

Wow. What has this world come to? Why do people have to worry about others turning violent? Don’t you think that there are more important things in life to have to worry about than Riots, and People behaving badly? Shouldn’t we focus more on the important issues that we all face and work to make those better. It would put all that energy used for hateful things to a much better use. We are all entitled to our freedoms…. Freedom of speech, ECT. But I don’t think that includes taking from others and damaging other people properties if that is what certain people have in store regardless of the outcome of this election. It is just wrong. If you do your part and Vote, then hope for the best outcome, and that would be the best outcome for our country. Hope for whoever will be the best candidate to make this Country a better place. Hope for Peace, and for those who serve our country not just here, but over sea’s to be Safe, and be thankful that we still have people willing to put their lives on the line for all of the freedoms that we have and that we enjoy each day.

This makes me think of two major natural disasters. New Orleans and the midwest. When New Orleans was flooded by hurricane Katrina what happened? Certain people rioted, killed, and stole! When the midwest was flooded this past summer and millions of people were displaced and their homes and lives were destroyed, what happened? They acted in a very civil manner and dealt with it by picking them selves up and moving on.

If Obama loses a fair election and riots occur, the rioters should be dealt with using the harshest possible tactics and techniques. They should then be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law. (If Obama wins the "celebrations" will probably look like riots!!)

I guess this was the sort of Change we needed. A change from a 1st world country to a socialist nation that will soon have a brand new civilian armed force (otherwise known as the S.A.). People who slept in history, refer to 1937 Germany. Someone else wanted an armed civilian force as powerful as the military. So welcome to change and hope.

First, let's be clear. Barrack Obama does not represent the middle class nor does he represent all people of color. If the police in Toledo and other cities did not prepare, and riots occur, you liberals would be the first to scream at the police, "why weren't you ready?" Now because they are ready, you are saying that is wrong. And quit already trying to blame the potential loss for Obama on Fox News. You liberals had all that free press on ABC, CBS, CNN and especially NBC. Add to that all of the major newspapers. Quit already trying to play the victim card. Win or lose for Obama, the riots will make for great TV just like the 1992 Los Angeles riots.

After reading all of your comments thus far, I can say for certain that America is rotting from the inside out. All of you arrogant, greedy, half-literate, poorly informed people are the poster children for hypocrisy. Ignorance is not bliss, it is dangerous. All of you must face a SUPREMELY large learning curve before you are able to make sound decisions at your polling places. You disgust me and you make me ashamed to be an American.

COL J - DETROIT STILL HASN'T RECOVERED FROM THE RIOTS IN '67. NO CITY IS BETTER AFTER RIOTERS LET LOOSE. THOSE WHO RIOT REMAIN, WHILE THOSE WHO DON'T LEAVE AND NEVER COME BACK.

I think if I had to put up with living in a 'ghetto', working a monkeys job just so I can eat, and not being able to pay health insurance(what kind of country puts a price on peoples lives??), i'd be pretty angry if my fellow countrymen did not want CHANGE.

this is really not surprising coming from small town ohio. the police should be protecting voters and ensure that NO voter fraud takes place, from either party. this is such a hamfisted approach to civics. these police orders remind me of the gestapo's way of dealing with free speech. disgusting.

I have never seen so much prejudice as this Republicans call them self Christians are the biggist hypocrites and pharisee as they hate and show so much hate to blacks and we are all the same inside . we all came from "Adam and Eve"

Two reasons why the Democrats are more likely to riot than the Republicans:

1) Most Republicans will have already taken their medication, had their adult diapers changed, and been put to sleep by the time the election is decided late tonight or early tomorrow.

2) The youth of America, decidedly more Democratic than Republican, will be outraged if yet another Republican has the chance to further tarnish the most powerful position in the world.

WHO riots over an election? This is insane! Who are these people? This is America not some third world country. I can guarantee that if McCain loses there will be NO rioting.............the other side riots at the drop of a hat and we're pretty fed up with it.

I just voted in OK for the first time since moving from TX. What a mess! A woman (who just happened to look like Obama) was allowed to vote TWICE! They had a record of her casting absentee vote but gave her another ballot anyway. Now, I showed up, voting once on this Constitutionally appointed day, with my medical ID (for metal detectors), Driver's license and voter registration, all three which I presented to vote in TX with officers present. Here? Not even a deputy and all they asked was my name and handed me a ballot. If it's that easy to cheat in a McCain state I can just imagine the ACORN saturated situation in Ohio and like states. This may just be the day the U.S. Constitution will become BHO's toilet paper; and we await the patriot's battle cry of Freedom!

When did we become a Banana Republic?

I think we're going to see riots regardless - if Obama loses the election there will be definate rioting. If he wins, we will see large celebrating "mobs" and those situations most always turn ugly. Regardless of the election outcome, we can expect riots to occur and they will be caused by the same groups of people.

Police in riot gear stationed at polling places -- smells like voter suppression to me.

What no riots because the government let millions of jobs go overseas? No riots because of unrestricted illegals flooding the country? What no riots because of the Bailout Rip off? No riots because of the 911 scandle?

Yet, we're going to riot because of the out come of a rigged election which means nothing?

We should riot just because we're all stupid!

This is what the republicans have left...scare tactics to try and keep people from voiting. This is even more pathetic than their sad excuse for a Vice Presidential candidate.

Are we truly afraid of ourselves?

Only if there is evidence that the election was stolen and that evidence was being ignored would there be civil unrest.

The media however likes to gossip, it's the essential life blood of its existence. Gathering little pieces of information and throwing it back out there for our speculation consumption.

Our need to gossip then feeds itself as we respond with our own take on the matters at hand.

But lets look at the facts. The police are carrying riot gear. Sounds like a good idea, as even some here are thinking like police and believe there is a chance of violence.

But I don't believe that there will be a riot just because their guy lost.

However it makes good gossip.

There will be rejoicing not rioting. Obama is going to win and if the Whites try to stop us we will fight it. When Obama wins we will take your car for ourselves. We will get a house redistributed. We can have anything we want now.

WOW! Toledo on the map for a 'potential' riot? They should be rioting over how poor their economy is and not over an election. Toledo, the forgotten city. Glad I got out when I did!

In Mexico they ban the sale of all alcohol and close bars on Election Day....

Since Election Day is on July 1 (4th of July weekend)-a lot of Californians who head to Baja to party discover that the spigot is dry....the good news is that they only elect El Presidente every six years...

Another Democrat Riot in Toledo expected!

Ok! so if that is what will happen then let it happen keep the police officers safe, and let those who want to burn and loot “Have at it” and then look for the tax payer to rebuild everything. Maybe then people will wake up and “ Call a spade a spade” and stop all this legislating how people should think about each other.
Let a mans deeds show who and what he is . I believe in an eye for an eye.

Riot,Riot, Riot isn't it the way all the time.
God help us.

Move to Alabama

odd, that the republicans never get accused of voter fraud until the democrat loses, while there have been many stories about acorn registering false voters. and as for the riots...we all knew there was a chance for this to happen, the only question is when they will start.

good.

Sounds like more fear mongering from the same people that brought us George W. Bush and his 8 years of tyranny.

The Republican party will not tolerate bad behaviour and have dispatched General Colin Foul to Toledo to keep his fellow Republicans in line. Once they leave the country club,does Toledo have one, you never know what those mean spirited Republicans will do. Nordstroms, does Toledo have one, had better board up their windows.

Oh, those McCain/Palin supporters!! They're dangerous!! They will be rioting in the streets, whether their candidate wins or loses, breaking into stores to celebrate victory by walking away with a tv or Xbox or, if their candidate loses, breaking into a store to walk away with a tv or Xbox.

Its a shame that we have to worry about the democrat's response to this election, to the point we have to prepare for riots. You will not see any republicans posing a threat.

There is a big difference between patrolling the polling places and being stationed there. Being stationed there means a police officer is static and waiting at that location for something to happen. Patrolling means that they make an effort to drive by from time to time watching for things there, but not neglecting everything else.

TOLEDO WILL BE ON FIRE EITHER WAY. BUT IF BARACK LOSES... IT WILL BE A HUGE MESS! I AM PULLING FOR MCCAIN BUT I AM SCARED OF THE CRAZY BARACK FANATICS!

I am sure if Toledo, OH is considered a "hot spot" just imagine what is going on inside the police departments of New York City, Philadelphia, Cleveland, Detroit, New Orleans, Atlanta, Chicago...and any other major city with a huge black population?! Considering the NAACP has asked for longer voting hours and more voting machines...(these people make me sick!) I am sure that win or lose, there is going to be destruction of property that doesn't belong to those destroying it, looting for items that don't belong to those who are doing the stealing, etc. I mean, why should this group of our population who has for all intense and purposes let the world pass them by while they sit around and play the victim card, why now all of a sudden should they get more time to vote and more equipment be allocated to their areas when they have not taken an interest in the system before?

I pray for our entire nation today, but especially for the men and women who put their lives on the line day in and day out in our cities to keep us safe and protect us from the criminal element who have more time on their hands than brains.

If we win we Riot!
If We loose we Riot!
Riot is what we do.
Riot is how we improve our cities.
Glad when we get over this and become productive citizens?
Judge me for what I am not my RACE or any other government mandated measurement!
Col J.W.
Native American!

Only in Toledo will they freak out over an election. In the old days they wouldn't serve booze until the polls closed. Now THAT is worth rioting about...