What is Straight Edge?
At my recent college freshmen orientation, I met some kids whom claimed to be “Straight Edge.” I did some research when I finally got home, and the results were shocking. The “Straight Edge” is a street gang. Their code of conduct is audacious and they are super violent as well as super home sexual. They prey on the innocent youths of the world and trick them into being their sex and drug partners. They have a special sector of the gang that is responsible for finding new victims. This sector is called, “Edge Watch.”
The Straight Edge gang started when youths went to musical performances at bars. They wanted to ingest so many drinks and drugs that they were on the “Edge of death,” hence the moniker Straight Edge. They told their friends to continue feeding them alcohol even beyond the point of being coherent. They would draw an “X” on their hands with a marker before leaving home for the musical performance. The friends would see the “X” on the back of the hand of a body laying the corner of the bar. With seeing this marking, they would know it was encouraged to force more alcohol into the person. Sexual acts and drugs soon followed.
The Straight Edgers soon developed a code of piercings and tattoos so that the others knew how far the lifeless body of an intoxicated teen would want to go. *note, surprisingly this system is respected as law within the community of Straight Edgers. Apparently, one can be exiled for going beyond the preferences of a passed out gang member.
How to spot “Straight Edge”?
Their outfits of tight fitting and dark colored clothing should have been enough to warn me. However, they also brandished tattoos. Some of these tattoos would even cover an entire arm or leg. Deliberately covering ones entire arm with a series of tattoos is known as “having a Steve.”
This chart correlates the body part to drug preference.
X on back of hand – alcohol
Right Arm “Steve” – all pill drugs (Ecstasy, Ridilin, Ambien, Viagra)
Left Arm “Steve” – anal play
Right Leg “Steve” – cocaine
Left Leg “Steve” – mushrooms
Both Ears holding large plates “Caged” – bestiality
Nose piercing – Open for anything
Some other common body disgracing includes “sXe” “XXX” or names of their specific Straight Edge locality, ex. “Minor Threats”
It should also be noted that many Straight Edgers are also vegetarian or vegan. They chose not to have real food in their system because it supposedly dilutes the high that they want to feel from drugs and narcotics. Their whole lifestyle is supremely un-healthy and therefore it is an honor for a Straight Edger to wake up in a hospital bed not knowing what happened.
That is all I have for now. I will report back when I learn more about them. I really wish my parents had enough money to send me to a private Christian school, that way I would not have to watch my back all the time.
God Bless,
Charles Williams
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7:11 pm
Thank you for the warning, Charles. I’m glad there are some young people with the common sense and courage to report these things.
Praise be,
BB
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This is the most bullshit, wrong, misleading article I’ve ever read, and I read a lot on foxnews.com. Straight Edge is about being POISON FREE. It’s about being pure to your beliefs, NO DRUGS, NO ALCOHOL (not even wine that you pretend is blood..), and NO SEX BEFORE MARRIAGE. Many straight edge people do not drink any drinks with caffeine either.
I am straight edge, and I feel that it is something that many Christians can get on board with. There is nothing inherently homosexual or gay about being straight edge. To be straight edge does not mean one is gay, but unlike the church, we have no problems with freedom of expression and liberty.
Furthermore, it is not a gang in the sense this article suggests. Straight edge people feel a sense of community and unity with each other because of the common beliefs, much the same that Christians do. There are people that are very aggressive and in your face about it, just like the Westboro Baptists are with the Christian beliefs, and there are people that are very laid back and relaxed about their beliefs like Methodists or Unitarians.
This article is pathetic. Although it was really entertaining.
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3:20 pm
there was a gang called straight edge for a while but last i heard theyd been broken up however and unfortinatly very few sites with info on them bothered to keep their data up to date
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I could hug you Mr. Long.
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7:17 am
… ya, let’s all hug Shawn.
Honestly, whoever wrote this article: Your worries should not be whether your parents should send you to a private Christian school. You can be glad if they don’t send you to an asylum. Please learn how to do proper research on things, e. g.: just ASK the right people before spreading prejudices that couldn’t be any more wrong than they are!
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10:23 am
This guy is 100% in the right. This article is misleading and the author has obviously not done any research on what being Straight Edge means. While I don’t do drugs or alcohol I don’t claim edge but many of my friends do. And many people at these music shows are some of the most kind spirited people I have ever met. I don’t know how the author came to the conclution that being straight edge means that you are gay but I would like to see the sources the author used when writing this article.
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9:13 am
The sources are in your Bible, open it sometime.
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I can’t believe that someone can be so nieve. I am straight edge, AND a very devoted christain, I’m not homosexual. I’m not sure what verses of the Bible you say your using as your source, but I’d love to hear where your coming from, but I can definately and confidently say that your wrong. What i hate are all these christians putting us down because of music and misinterprutatations. If you ever want to know about something, just ask those people.
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11:15 am
charles williams go hang your self. Straight edge is the anti-drug and alcohol movement. Fuck your bible and fuck you.
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9:01 am
I have been straight edge since ~15 years old, and I can assure you everything in this article is correct.
Now that I am 28 I am surprised I can still use a computer.
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2:33 pm
“NO SEX BEFORE MARRIAGE” you dumb? If that is the case 99% of the kids who are straight edge have sold out. “many straight edge people do not drink any drinks with caffiene in them either” you dumb? Ever person I know who is striaght edge drinks the fuck out of drinks with caffiene in them.
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How about doing some ACTUAL RESEARCH and getting it right!!!! Straight Edge means being alcohol and drug FREE!!!
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4:30 pm
You realize this is a satire site, yeah?
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11:40 pm
I sincerely hope you guys realize this is a satirical site, and this article is flippin’ hilarious.
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3:42 pm
Dude, it’s Christwire
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12:34 am
What I’ve been reading in this article and its comments remind me a lot of this.
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4:06 pm
wow youre gay…like holy shit wow…
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4:13 pm
This guy is way off the mark. I’ve been straight edge for years and I can assure you the report is accurat. This guy probably doesn’t even have a Steve.
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11:49 pm
It’s called satire, honey. Now change your diaper.
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1:43 am
This is probably the funniest thing I’ve read in a while. What sources did this guy use?! One of my best friends is straight edge and I can tell you he is certainly not homosexual, an alcoholic or drug addict, let alone part of a gang. He is probably one of the most sweetest, nicest and kindest guys I know. Charles, Please do some better research next time before you attack a group that you clearly know nothing about. Any one who thinks this article is the truth, have a read of this site: http://www.straightedge.com/whatissxe.html
But thank you for the entertainment, I needed a laugh!
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10:19 pm
Also, I think it’s funny that this article claims that vegetarianism and veganism are unhealthy, and that it is not real food. Apparently you’re only eating real food if you’re devouring the flesh of another one of “God’s creatures.” I’m not vegetarian but it’s even more bullshit..
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10:58 am
Guys, seriously? Wake up, clearly a satirical piece.
And very funny.
If you took this as a serious observation I feel it is you who may need the asylum.
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6:36 pm
you are so wrong it is scary. “Straight Edge” are kids who swear off drugs and alcohol. The only point of violence committed by Straight Edge kids is at the christian death metal shows(zao, underoath, overcome, ect) and it is exclusive to just mosh pits that are usually filled with other Straight Edge kids.
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oh and the “x” on the hand comes from the mark that concert clubs put on your hand if you are underage or un-allowed to drink.
again your research was very very fail.
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1:48 am
I don’t know if I have to laugh or yell or else…
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Well seems like it’s all wrong again, good boy
Even a bit of research over internet would lead you to what is Straight Edge…
Basically no drugs, no alcohol, no smoking, no sexual promiscuity…
And hey, I’m straight Edge, I’m tattooed XXX Style, but my other tattoos aren’t needles and all
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Good luck with giving a second thought and realize you’re fully-wrong
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Wow…what? I don’t know where you got your information, but you’re SORELY mistaken. Straight Edge is not a homosexual bestiality gang or whatever you’re claiming it to be. It is nothing more than a lifestyle without drugs or alcohol. How do I know? I’m a 30 year old STRAIGHT EDGE stay-home mom. I’ve lived the lifestyle for…well, at least 15 years, if you wanna count when I made the conscious decision to live clean, but really, I’ve NEVER had a sip of alcohol or anything else, and if living CLEAN earns the label of “gang-member,” then this is a sad world we live in.
Get your facts straight.
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6:49 pm
hot topic is just like catholic church i attended both and all i received was a molestation-and a stretched out corn hole!!! christianity here i come!!!
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1:22 am
are you kidding me? are you out of your mind?
I have friends in straight edge. It is not a real gang. it is kids that are prude, and don’t drink, don’t smoke, don’t do drugs, and certainly do NOT participate in homo sexual behavior. … you are one of those crazy lunatics that would believe the article on here entitled “harry potter and the deathly hallows part 2″ is correct. pull our head out of its self ritous behind. please and thank you. btw not attacking your ideals or beliefs i am christian too, just attacking the naiveness.
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2:23 pm
I’m afraid you are misinformed. Though I am not straight-edge myself, I have known many over the years. The term “Straight-Edge” refers to the fact that such people are “straight”, that is, they do not use drugs or alcohol. I repeat, they do NOT use drugs or alcohol.
It is not a gang. It is a way of identifying oneself by how he or she chooses to live, in this case, by not drinking or doing drugs. Many straight-edge kids swear off premarital sex as well. As far as homosexuality goes, I don’t think that there any more homosexual straight-edge kids than there are in the general population.
If my child were to tell me that he or she decided to be straight-edge, then I would be relieved. I would then not have to worry about my kid smoking, drinking, or doing drugs.
And as for the “X” on the hand, it is there to mimic the “X” put on a person’s hand by the bouncer at a music venue or bar to denote that someone is underaged (and therefore, not to be served alcohol).
Charles, please do a little more research (try Wikipedia) before making a snap decision and helping to spread false information, inadvertently as it may have been. There are people out there who like to scare other folks for no reason at all. This is one of those cases. If your child is hanging out with straight-edge kids, you have nothing to worry about. And if you have questions, I suggest you ask him.
God bless, and remember–Don not believe everything you read online.
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8:04 pm
I have grown up in and around the scene of straight edge. Straight edge is a term coined by the band Minor Threat in the 1980′s. Straight Edge is a drug free lifestyle. The X’s on the back of one’s hand signifies the abstinence from all drugs of any sort. The X’s come from the fact that many clubs where bands play would put X’s on the backs of people’s hands who were under 21 so that they could obviously not drink. Many people who adopt the straight edge lifestyle “x up” to show their pride in abstaining from any mind altering substance. Straight edge in its most basic state generally means no alcohol, no drugs, no cigarettes and no promiscuous sex. Some people also include no caffeine and over the counter drugs like advil while others also include vegetarian or veganism. Being straight edge is not how the author made it sound. It’s actually a rather peaceful movement, though as with any movements there are some fanatical followers. Most people in the straight edge scene are very normal individuals working in society like any other average Joe- they just maintain a very clean lifestyle.
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7:41 pm
You invite ads for Gay singles websites when you write stuff like this. Just so you know.
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7:47 am
I do not see any gay on here. Most likely either you or a family member has been linking at kinky linkies for homos and now have your computer infested.
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You are a fucking idiot. I can’t fathom how someone can be so stupid. I for one HATE straight kids I know quite a few. Being straight edge is a commitment. To be edge you CANNOT drink you CAN NOT do any form of drugs and you CANNOT have premarital sex. Oh and the x’s on there hands? That comes from bars that the concerts would be held at, it means your underage and can’t drink. They still do this at almost any bar there is. If you believe ANY of this bullshit at least wikipedia straight edge. Itll tell you alot more
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8:59 pm
Madam,
That is simply not true. The Wikipedia reference has been proven incorrect repeatedly.
Much like NAMBLA, Straight Edge tries to hide its sick beliefs and practices from the public in order to seem legitimate.
There are countless support groups working to assist former Straight Edge and Mormon participants to ubdo the severe damage done to them.
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Mann I really hope this is a joke and this is a fake site. And your fucking with me. Because there is no logic in your reasoning. So how about When I had a girlfriend that claimed edge? We lived and worked together. So we practically around eachother 24/7 she never drank or smoke. Although I tried to get her to several times. I bet your dumb ass didnt even know girls could be edge.
I find it funny how the real in the closet fags are priests that molest little boys. Why don’t you start writing on that fag.
I sure hope you were molested by a priest just sayin
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Why would you hope that somebody was molested? That is vile.
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Four people condemned the fact that I disapprove of molestation. What kind of world do we live in? This is absolutely disgusting!
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Well in that case, August. Claire, There are several HTs in Idaho. There are at least 2 in each state. There are four or five in Idaho. And yes, one is in Boise.
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5:36 pm
Thanks Tokio! And someone from the company contacted me through the site and said they will get me 10 DOMO dolls free of charge for this years tree of sharing. They asked me to remind people there is also a store in Moscow.
I find Claires attempt to put a wedge between us shameful. Praise click for you Hotel!
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5:43 pm
No problem, Mr. August!
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10:34 pm
Show me the proof disproving the WikiPedia article about straight-edge! From my experience they’re pretty damn accurate, but I CHALLENGE YOU TO PROVE OTHERWISE!!
What sick beliefs? What is sick about not doing drugs, not drinking alochol, and not having premarital sex, and being united in those beliefs? Doesn’t the Church promote all of that, and isn’t the Church united in its beliefs? Or do priests get high and have crazy orgies while sword-fighting each other?
What would a support group do to a youth “recovering” from straight edge? Would this give the youth drugs, alcohol, and hookers?
I love how ridiculous all of this is.
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10:39 pm
Also, how did that Judgement Day prediction work out, Harold?
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11:35 pm
Young person,
Very well. And thank you for asking. The number of folks that listen to our program for the Truth is through the roof.
The stroke was a bit of a letdown however.
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11:39 pm
Karma
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11:56 pm
Young man,
At 80 years old, it’s an inevitability – certainly not caused by some hippie voodoo spell.
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12:01 am
Would ya quit calling me a man! I told ya I’d give ya proof if you canter it.
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12:10 am
Shane, my dear boy. You go on and on, and I have no idea what you’re trying to prove. It’s mind-numbing. Can we move on to a more relevant topic please?
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12:12 am
It’s spelled SHANNON and your really starting to work my nerves!
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7:59 am
Be careful. You may provoke a wiccan death chant from Shannon. Hold tight to your Bible! I for one am more worried and Shannon now has relocated right into my back yard!
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8:04 am
I will sing Larion then!
FUCK THIS!
CROSS MY HEART I HOPE YOU DIE!
LEFT ON THE ROADSIDE!
KARMA’S A BITCH,
RIGHT?!
Ahhh. The smell of pissed of christians is the greatest present ever. Happy Birthday to me!
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8:06 am
Alerion…. By Asking Alexandria… Most kickass band… Ever….
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8:11 am
I prayed for you for an entire hour yesterday afternoon with my pastor. After showing him some of your postings he was quite appalled and agreed it was necessary to pray for your salvation.
If it really is your birthday, well, happy birthday! Christ be with you now and always!
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8:18 am
Honey, thank you for the happy birthday. And please don’t waste your breath on me. Your kind has already deemed me diseased and possessed; a lost cause. So I don’t want any prayers from your end. No prayers are going to save you the way you’re going to go anyway.
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8:22 am
Diseased, no. And a lost cause never!
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8:32 am
Diseased and a lost cause, yes. I am a schizophrenic with psychopathic tendencies. The schizophrenia causes me to be a sensitive. I can occasionaly get glimpses of the future, and I can see and sense spirits. I know that the schizophrenia is no the cause because, by some miracle, I have it almost 90% under control. My church deemed me evil when I told them that someone was going to burn our church down. They asked me how I knew, I said I saw it in a dream. They called me a soothsayer and tried to exorcise me. The church I had went to since I was a kid tried to exorcise me. When that didn’t work for them, they told me to leave. And I know that you people here will think I am diseased because your precious Bruce already showed me how ignorant you are of the disease, and called me diseased himself. So thank you, but I am a lost cause, hun.
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8:33 am
And the 10%… that’s where the psychopathic tendencies come in.
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8:41 am
No one is ever a lost cause; it just depends on the cause being promoted. And I don’t think you are diseased, and, although I cannot speak for brother Bruce, I doubt he would think you are either.
Like many of us, you may have problems. But you’re not a pariah.
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8:58 am
Bruce Danus
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2:30 am I wasn’t insinuating that you hallucinate, but that some schizophrenic’s actually remember what the “other” person did. I have never met a schizophrenic, as the Christian Community is not filled with people that have been diseased by God. I will pray for your quick recovery from this infliction
So yes, he does think I am diseased.
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9:11 am
Well, as I said, I can’t speak for him. But I know him to be a genuinely decent person and it is likely he didn’t quite mean it the way it came out. But I must leave it to him to address that directly, as I can only speculate.
No matter — it’s your birthday; a day to celebrate. What are you going to do? Mine was (as you may recall) on Solstice. I mostly hid at home in fear of the Devil’s possible appearance on that fortuitous day.
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10:57 am
Lawrence,
It is difficult to pray for you when you are so stubbornly opposed to being saved. Accept Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior. Only then can you be truly happy. Freed of the chains of sinlust, sexdeath and fecal anal fornication, you can focus on living a meaningful and fulfilling life.
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11:17 am
“Lawrence,
It is difficult to pray for you when you are so stubbornly opposed to being saved. Accept Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior. Only then can you be truly happy. Freed of the chains of sinlust, sexdeath and fecal anal fornication, you can focus on living a meaningful and fulfilling life”
Hank. My name is Lauren Nicole. Not Lawrence. I am happier away from the Church than I ever was with the church. ‘sinlust’? ‘sexdeath’? What is that? I am living the life I want to live. I am doing better than ever, I have close friends who are with me. I have never had anal sex, nor do I ever plan on having anal sex. I love the way you assume things. Hank, you do not know me. Do not judge what you do not understand, okay love? Blessed be.
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11:58 am
Timmay, for my birthday, I am going to Hot Topic to get me a Black Veil Brides shirt and BVB army dogtags, then gonna hang out in Baton rouge with my aunt.
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12:05 pm
Ah, I see. Well be sure to take along a can of gasoline and a lighter, and say hello to Hot Topic for me as you ignite the place.
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12:12 pm
I’m not burning down my favourite store, Timmay. I can’t wait! I’m going to get the Set the World on Fire shirt! With Andy Six! <3 me some Andy Biersack!
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12:17 pm
I love hot topic myself, it’s where I get all my Twilight and Paramore stuff!
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12:20 pm
It’s where I get my Black Veil Brides, Blood on the Dance Floor, Alesana, Asking Alexandria, and Paramore stuff. It’s my home away from home that is in a mall!
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12:26 pm
Right! Lol I needs to find me a hot topic in LA I know there is one just gotta find it
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12:27 pm
Can we please tone down the obscenities?
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12:29 pm
No, I was told Hot Topic was banned here in California. Haven’t looked myself though. But I certainly should be.
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12:32 pm
1) timmay, what obscenities?
2) Hot topic isn’t banned anywhere.
3) here’s an address to one in LA:
Westside Pavillion
10800 West Pico Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA – 90064
Phone : (310)474-8230
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12:34 pm
I highly doubt that Timmay considering the headquarters is here
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12:35 pm
Awesome! Thanks Lauren!
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12:39 pm
You’re not going to break out in a vampirical Wiccan death chant, are you?
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12:41 pm
Ummm. No? And what obscenities Timmay?
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12:43 pm
Timmay now your just talking crazy
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12:53 pm
I’ve walked by hot topic at the mall. I’ve seen the people in it. I always just assumed it was some joke or carnival show or something.
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12:57 pm
Nope August it’s a legit store that sells legit stuff
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12:57 pm
It’s both.
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12:58 pm
There’s a mall in Idaho? That’s definitely an X-Files.
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12:59 pm
*X-File
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12:59 pm
August, have you ever been inside? Don’t judge a book by it’s cover, hun.
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1:04 pm
Actually the mall I was referring to is in Spokane Washington. But you could check and see if Boise has one.
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1:08 pm
Why do you want to know, August? I won’t tell you if you don’t tell me why you want it.
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1:09 pm
BUt have you ever gone inside? Seen what it’s really about? Seen how friendly the people are? Don’t knock it till you atleast know what it’s truly about
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2:01 pm
Lauren,
I mentioned about Boise, only because Claire seemed to think Idaho would not have one.
Shannon,
I have been to a hot topic store. I was advised to go in there last Christmas by the neighbor girl. She told me I might find a studded animal “DOMO” there as it was highly requested in the tree of sharing for needy kids. I was not able to find one there and the employees, while not rude, seemed very aloof and uncaring.
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2:08 pm
We it can’t be all that bad can it like I sad be a little open minded about it and you might find you like some stuff in there
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1:39 pm
WELL, congratulations christians, you’ve managed to completely blow another good thing out of proportion and into a negative light. Then, when some one tries to explain the actuality of the topic, you gang up and start making fun of her. I understand that you have your beliefs, but at an archaic 80 years old I’d think you’d be able to respect other peoples practices and beliefs as they respect yours. Also, karma is in no way related to voodoo, voodoo is an ancient African practice and karma relates to Buddhism, originating in the east. You obviously have no sense of culture nor do you even care to respect others like the bible tells you to. Hypocrisy is very evident through out this whole website.
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2:23 pm
harold camping? like THE harold camping? like “the world is going to end on this specific date, no, i got it wrong, ok its going to end on this other date, crap, i got it wrong again … fuck” harold camping? nice. super nice.
but i do love how you compare striaghtedge kids and mormons. cheers.
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6:31 pm
Harold camping your a fucking joke…hahah FAIL!!
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7:41 pm
Are you fucking serious. i spent the majority of my youth straight edge and i am damn proud of it. straight edge is about a positive mental attitude, a strong sense of unity and community and most importantly, a complete ommition of drugs, alcohol and other “poisons” including promiscuious sex. it revolves around a music scene which from my experience was a positive, supportive environment for kids to participate in, especially during adolescence when they are particularly impressionable. i may no longer claim straight edge but still strongly believe that it helped to shape the level headed, intelligent and happy adult that i am today.
How dare you.
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11:02 am
Harold, are you absolutely insane? Is this site really a cult?
Ive been Straight Edge for 4 years now. Im 36 and a proud father. My kids love and respect me for my Edge beliefs. I was raised in a Christian household and heard at churches and various church functions all the hypocritical things members partook in. Being Edge almost makes us ‘better’ than any religious zealot, such as yourself. We embrace the idea that there are NO foreign poisons ingested. No drugs. No alcohol. No premarital or extra marital sex. Our living is cleaner and in fact could be considered ‘holier’ than how most, not all, but most religious people are. As with ANY organization or movement there are bad seeds. Religion has started more wars and killed more people than any ‘street gang’ could ever achieve. Its this level of ignorance that is the problem with society. Its a shame that itll all go in one ear and out the other but the fact remains, the author of this article is a poor misguided soul that will probably, one day, grow up to be a parent and raise his children to be every bit as retarded as he…and you so blatantly are.
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3:05 pm
You are one stupid ass motherfucker.
You are so inaccurate, if you where a sniper, and tried to shoot a head, you would shoot yourself, you stupid ass prick
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4:00 pm
Mr Harold, you’re a retard. Please stop wasting oxygen
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3:47 am
Please tell me how the North American Man/Boy Love Association is trying to *hide* it’s beliefs?
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9:22 am
You used “there” when you should have used “their.”
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8:05 pm
Oh yea and sorry for type-os I’m using a phone.
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8:36 pm
Joe Hansen is right. They just promote a healthy, sober lifestyle.
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9:21 pm
I disagree. I’ve seen many straight edge youths and they all look extremely unhealthy. Many of them also look like they may be involved in homosexuality, which is also extremely unhealthy, not to mention unnatural.
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9:27 pm
It IS possible, (though unlikely), some moronic group of teens adopted the name as a gang name. In actuality though, “straight edge” is just the name of the lifestyle. It’s usually sponsored by some religikus group. The one that came through my town was sponsored by the Nazerene and Baptist churches.
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9:18 pm
It really annoys me that liberals don’t speak out about this too.
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9:31 pm
Thank goodness they are home sexual. Can you imagine if they were out doing it in public?
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10:37 pm
I promote straight-edge in public! Unfortunately for this article, I’m not gay. I’m straight and I have a lovely straight girlfriend. We’re both straight-edge! We don’t drink alcohol because it’s poison for the body. We don’t do drugs because it’s poison for the body and the mind. Seems like something any Christian could support, right?
I thought so.
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10:41 pm
Actually, a glass of wine a day can be good for the heart. You shouldn’t be so narrow-minded about the gifts that God provides. Surely we are capable of misusing them, but that doesn’t mean we should avoid them altogether.
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11:09 pm
You’re right! Wine can be good for the heart. I don’t deny that. But all alcohol has negative effects as well, and I simple do not want to drink ANY, whether it’s 180 proof vodka or a glass of red wine. It’s a choice I’ve made to avoid all alcohol. I prefer to drink water, which I guess, you would say is a gift from God. You’re going to call me narrow-minded because I choose not to drink alcohol? You must really like Wine.
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11:15 pm
I think your choice is yours to make. But you call alcohol a “poison” when, used properly, it has demonstrably positive effects on one’s health. That you choose to “never” try alcohol is also curious. You may find that you can use it in a healthy manner and enjoy it. It is, by definition, close-minded to reject something without first attempting to understand it.
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11:24 pm
Hank I think you need to take your own advice.
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11:29 pm
Young person,
I suggest you check the Bible before you so cavalierly dismiss Jesus Christ’s teachings from your life.
Jesus manufactured wine. Are you going to spit in his face?
The eternal repercussions can be ghastly.
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6:30 pm
A good series of cardiovascular activities are also good for the heart. I would rather be out on my bike than sitting around drinking wine. It keeps me fit for when the ignorant fools try to chase me
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8:15 pm
I suggest you dont tell people to be “open minded”
These people live a healthy chemical free lifestyle and try to explain how wrong this article is and all you can do is tear them down. Its so frustrating because it seems like all people want to do on here is argue. I find it hilarious that you people think you can call yourselves Christians. God would be ashamed of the way we all treat each other these days.
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9:56 am
Taylor, I assure you. If people didn’t come in here intent on ripping apart every word in our articles, we wouldn’t be forced to respond in kind. As it is however, the nay-sayers here seem capable only of intolerance and rejection. Truly unfortunate. Christ would not approve.
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3:04 am
So, does that mean you like to smoke pot too?
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1:46 pm
god provides marijuana without the fermentation of it right? but that’s a bad thing. If you can worship and invisible man who supposedly created everything, you should be able to worship every last one of his manifestation. Right down to your own rotting feces.
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7:53 pm
A little Elderberry wine can help to calm someone down. Only last week I used some while attempting to instill the Holy Spirit within an exuberant youth. Worked like a charm.
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That’s creepy
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9:41 pm
you people are some damn fools. and j. edgewater, how can someone look like they may be involved in homosexuality? this is the stupidest fucking website i’ve ever seen. i hope satan eats your kids.
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9:48 pm
I haven’t quite decided which side of this I’m on… In one hand, I REALLY enjoy doing lines of coke every night. The sex between my boyfriend and I couldn’t be better each time! On the other hand, I really enjoy the Straight Edge title but that would mean I have to stop having sex, stop drinking alcohol and stop doing those massive piles of pixie dust! OH NO! NOT MY PIXIEFUCKINGDUST!
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9:50 pm
this is even true! you’re stupid. straight edge is about being poison free. NO DRUGS, NO DRINKING, NO SEX. we are staying true to ourselves by not doing this. it’s not a gang.
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this is not even true**
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9:58 pm
You do realize this entire article is a lie? How can you publish such unresearched and false accusations claiming to be a practicing christian? Straight edge is a lifestyle among youths who choose to reject vices such as sex, drugs, and alcohol. Yes some of them may sport tattoo’s and piercings, that is because straight edge is something found in the punk rock music scene. But because they choose to sport these tattoo’s does not mean they are in a gang. And it is called a sleeve not a “steve”.
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10:11 pm
Young man, why do you insist on claiming that good Christian men are liars? It’s a contradiction of terms, paradoxical, foolish. This investigative piece has revealed Straight Edge to be a gang-banging group of hooligans, and you talk about them as though they support purity and love. Satanism is never like that.
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10:26 pm
Businessman Hank, you place too much faith in whoever wrote this article simply because he is a Christian man. Does that mean that because he is a Christian man that he is invincible with his words? That he can say whatever he believes and therefore it must be true?
I can say I believe in God, but that would be a lie, because I don’t. But I guess by your logic it would not matter, because I don’t believe in God or Satan, therefore you would just assume me to be a satanic, sodomite, homosexual, or something like that, correct? No.
Christians can lie!
Have you ever been to a concert where a straight edge band played? Have you ever talked to a straight edge person? Have you ever read any literature about straight edge, aside from this article? If you had, the answer to all 3 of those questions would be no. Go out and learn something for yourself. Don’t believe this nonsense.
I AM CALLING THE CHRISTIAN MAN THAT WROTE THIS ARTICLE A LIAR.
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10:30 pm
Being Christian does not, of course, make a man infallible. But with the strength of Christ, Charles has dug up another grim truth about this dark, troubled world. I’m not basing it purely on the fact that he is Christian.
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10:40 pm
Then what exactly are you basing it off of? Did a burning bush tell you?
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10:56 pm
Well what ARE you basing it upon? What evidence has Charles Williams presented? And are my assertions irrelevant because I’m NOT Christian?
Here are the lyrics to the song that the straight edge name came from. It is a pretty clear definition of what the straight edge movement is:
“Straight Edge” by Minor Threat
Lyrics by Ian MacKaye
I’m a person just like you
But I’ve got better things to do
Than sit around and fuck my head
Hang out with the living dead
Snort white shit up my nose
Pass out at the shows
I don’t even think about speed
That’s something I just don’t need
I’ve got the straight edge
I’m a person just like you
But I’ve got better things to do
Than sit around and smoke dope
‘Cause I know I can cope
Laugh at the thought of eating ludes
Laugh at the thought of sniffing glue
Always gonna keep in touch
Never want to use a crutch
I’ve got the straight edge
I’ve got the straight edge
I’ve got the straight edge
I’ve got the straight edge
The 2 verses are all explaining that he does not want to get high or drink alcohol, because he’s “got better things to do.” He followed this sentiment up in other Minor Threat songs. Many other bands have written songs proclaiming their abstinence from alcohol, sex, and drugs.
The reason I am so offended by this article is because this author got this 99% wrong. Straight Edge is a movement that can mesh very well with basic Christian beliefs, and for you people to believe this author, would be to turn your back on people that you can find common ground with. It would be a shame.
And I say 99% wrong, because he mentioned violence. There are a group of Straight Edge people that are very overtly vocal, aggressive, and sometimes violent in promoting their straight edge beliefs. These people, for example, might assault someone they see drinking alcohol in public, or smoking marijuana. These people are what’s called Hardline. Very few straight edge people are hardline about their beliefs. Most are like myself, where they would rather use words than fists.
Is hardline a reason to disown a whole movement? No. Every movement has a violent extreme end to it. You have to judge it on the tenets of its beliefs, not its methods.
Ultimately, this article is bullshit and you people need to do some research for yourself instead of listening to some kid who had a bad experience at his college orientation. He apparently didn’t talk to these straight edge kids at all during his orientation, otherwise this article probably wouldn’t exist.
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11:12 pm
Are you seriously attempting to compare song lyrics to investigative journalism?
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3:24 pm
Businessman Hank, to be 100% honest you’re not listening to the people who are trying to be civil and explain that the original post is a flat-out lie.
If you’d like the truth there is a documentary on the lifestyle known as “Straight Edge”. The movie is named “X” and it delves deep into the lifestyle.
I’m personally involved in the scene. It’s considered a gang, yes, but the vast majority just use the title to acquire a sense of community and don’t consider it a gang. I enjoy hanging out with my friends without feeling the pressure to use or drink.
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6:40 pm
Are you telling me that you will trust someone to be honest based solely on their religion?
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12:10 pm
So Hank, what you are trying to tell me is that we, who claim straight edge, are liars? And are you condemning those who are straight edge?
Doesn’t God accept everyone? If being homosexual is a sin, isn’t telling a white lie a sin? A sin is a sin. There is no sin greater than the other. And sins can be forgiven.
I’m straight edge and I have been for a year now. But I’m also and active and devoted Christian. I’m trying to better my body and my Faith. Why plague myself with drugs and alcohol while I can lead a healthier lifestyle?
I honestly believe some Christians, like you, who don’t fully accept changes in the world. Open your mind to something “new and scary” such as straight edge. I believe you will be pleasantly surprised. Next time you do an article condemning and bashing one’s beliefs and lifestyle, I suggest you ask a said people, such as a straight edge person.
And just remember, Christians are welcoming to everyone, with open arms, regardless of their story.
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1:26 pm
I don’t fully agree with your philosophy, Allison. Christianity is not about approving of every lifestyle equally. If that were true, living a life by Christ’s example would be meaningless; his virtue and eternal wisdom would be “just as good” as any other philosophy. We might as well be hedonists in that case. Love is just as often about helping your neighbor see the error of their ways as it is about accepting them for who they are. You’re not Christian if you’re letting your gay, straight-edge, Chinese, or communist neighbor burn in hell for succumbing to the whims of Satan.
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2:33 pm
sir, who are you to know what an error is in God’s eyes? yes, we have the bible, and it tells us, but WE ARE NOT GOD, and do not have the power to condem our fellow human beings. i am a born again christian, and a straight edge. ( by the way, the movement started with that song, and that is why Shawn posted those lyrics. you need only common sense to know that, and half of you “christians” don’t have it.)
also, god does forgive sins and loves us all. look at the people that are fighting for their christian belifs (and other belifs, they are intitled.) here, against this lie. it says in the bible that that is how you know you are saved, by wittnessing what you belive.
i think that as loving childran of god, we are to litterally be as childran, and not immediately judge people just for what they look like, or dress like.
only god knows our hearts, and you dont have the authority to judge- that is Jesus’ job on Judgement Day.
Also, i shop in hot topic, love Black Veil Brides, and Paramore ( who are, by the way, a christian band.)
i think that the writers and fans of this website need to use some common sense, or let the REAL journalists do their job, unbiased and reporting both sides of the story, reseaching futher than one person. obviously you need more than one opinion to write an article.
i agree with John Doe down there. also, one day, you will be judged on eveything you ever said or thought to or about others. HAHAAHA good luck with that!
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1:43 pm
because your religion is based on a lie. DUH.
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1:49 pm
because your religion is based on one lie.
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6:02 am
dear internet,
parody.
love,
humor
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10:19 pm
Hahahahahaha. This is either the dumbest thing I’ve ever read or the best troll this side of anywhere
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10:39 pm
You also left out tattoos on other body parts. I have my knuckles tattooed which means that I like doing coke off of strippers while another one fondles my balls. And then we orgy. Make sure you add that to the list to make sure that the public is aware.
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10:43 pm
Being a part of the straight edge youth, I for one am completely offended by this. Not only is this completely insulting to my life, but it is completely misleading. I’ve been sober my entire life, and I claimed edge when I was fourteen. Please, inform me on how you’re going to sit at your computer, and write an article such as this. You, as a person, are ignorant, and I find you repulsive. I am not a homosexual, and I’m free of all drugs and alcohol. Go drink “the blood of Christ,” and choke on it.
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10:59 pm
I am Straight Edge, this is obviously a troll. Click around the rest of this website. It’s fake. Like The Onion News.
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11:18 pm
Apparently it is, and I got really bent out of shape about this because I’m really proud of being Edge.
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3:33 am
and because you’re incredibly stupid, don’t forget that minor detail.
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11:19 pm
Oh well.
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12:08 am
You’re a fucking bigoted idiot. Fuck Christians. 666
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12:09 am
If anything, Christians are a gang.
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12:26 am
I’m a rampant drug user and abuser. I drink to the point of black outs and vomiting. Sex (specially anal) is great with multiplier partners. These are things I hold true. And i would NEVER, EVER associate myself with any straight edge person. There just as bad as chrstians with there lame attitudes. If straight edgers where anything like this article describes them to be, I would totally try to convert them to Pastafarianism so that they may be touched by gods noodley appendage and enjoy the thrills of drunken pillaging.
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12:36 am
lol this is retarded and completely wrong
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1:34 am
Christian pieces of shit. Fuck your god.
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10:43 am
A reminder that whatever you think about us or our beliefs, God is perfect. Your attempt to befoul his name will only be met with laughter.
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1:45 am
Very informative. Thank you, Charles, I will avoid these “straight edders.”
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1:48 am
Perhaps ‘Straight edge’ means different things in different parts of the world, but I know many people who live a lifestyle defined as straight edge from all over the world, and their chosen lifestyle is the EXACT opposite to what you describe! Not only do they obstain from any form of drugs, including cigarettes and alcohol, they also do not believe in promiscuity and follow a vegan, and often organic diet.
You are either sincerely misinformed and practicing shameful fear mongering. If this sort of I’ll-researched rubbish can be published here I am honestly reconsidering christwire as a viable resource!
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6:47 am
Vegan? This sounds like so much European Birkenstock wearing commie propaganda.
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1:49 am
Hail Satan.
-Fuck you, Stay Cold
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2:19 am
I love this! Well, not the article, which is about as accurate as saying that you can prevent sore throats by gargling with battery acid, but I give credit to the people who run this website! Hasn’t it occurred to ANYBODY? Jesus was the first “Internet” troll, and clearly, a damn good role model for those of us who wanna mindlessly brainwash millions of people!
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2:20 am
I wish ignorance was a sin because you’d all be headed straight for hell. Journalism is about presenting facts and actual evidence, where is the proof at all of what you’re saying? Also learn to read and actually TALK to other human beings before you spout your unfounded vitriol all over the internet. You sound like an inbred illiterate sheltered fuck stick.
Until today I didn’t believe in God, but I have been so shocked by your abyssal stupidity that I will personally petition him and pray daily that he raptures you early so we don’t have to deal with your ignorant retarded bullshit one day longer.
Fuck, please kill yourself. You are so FUCKING stupid. Have a nice day
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3:11 am
I fear for the safety of my grand kids!
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3:31 am
Satan rules!
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10:00 am
*Sigh* … What is the POINT of a comment like this? Grow up.
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3:54 am
I’ve also read that the despicable, God-hating act of tongue piercing with a half right arm Steve is code for gay fellatio with a strong tendency toward Replubicans in bathroom stalls. It’s an abomination that these gay straight edgers are going around and tempting good, God-fearing Repulican politicians in bathrooms with their sweet, young, and moist mouths with welcome abandon.
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4:08 am
I believe in jesus christ as my lord and savior, and I’m not dissing your beliefs or anything, but I’m also educated about straight edge. It is a lifestyle that adolecents and adults choose to embrace, it was founded by the band minor threat with the song straight edge which is now used for people to choose to abstain from achohol and drugs. I know many christians who claim edge. This whole article is very misleading, the xs were created because it signifys who is not old enough to drink at venues that serve achohol. Therefore the kids picked it up as a trademark to show they are straight edge. Watch discovery channel they have a whole issue about the lifestyle. We should not judge others, even if what this mans research was true we should be trying to help them not condemn them, jesus loves each and everyone of us, it is unconditional and I’m seeing a christlike message in this article at all, I’m disappointed about how truly wrong we as christians look through this article, love one another as I have loved you is the message jesus preached to us. We all need to open our minds and hearts and understand the passion of certain people and that the people who are straight edge are defending this. God bless everyone
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4:39 am
Oh, there’s nothing like being lectured about Jesus and the Bible by a Straight-Edge apologist. Everybody’s onto you. May the Lord have mercy on your soul for your vegan ways.
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4:20 am
Interesting how anyone can take an innocuous phrase like “straight edged” and turn it into something entirely different. Kids today love this sort of word game, where bad is good and good is… Well who knows what good means anymore. Hot and cool mean the same thing… What a strange world we live in.
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6:51 am
I feel really sorry you Christians having such people in your community. No wonder why no one treats your religion seriously…
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7:46 am
Jesus loves me, and he loves you too. Gods got my picture in his wallet
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7:52 am
What a fascinating piece, Charles. I have heard this ‘Straight Edge’ kids also throw Skittles Parties? Is this true?
Apparently, a Skittles Party is where the multi-Steve tattoed will go and bring random pills from home and put them in a bowl, then when everyone deposits their pill they mix them up, close their eyes, reach in and ingest whatever they get in a handful. They call it ‘tasting the rainbow’ of pills, using actual Skittles candy product marketing but using these pills to replace skittles.
I had almost forgot about this strange practice and seeing it shored up here with your article just really strikes fear and sorrow in my heart. How can we help these kids? Thank you for this informative piece and now I’m really thinknig it’s these same kids behind the Skittles parties that are plaguing concerned parents out here in California.
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12:17 pm
That is truely disgusting. I hope that the trends from the west coast do not make it’s way to my college which is in North Carolina. Thank you for the warning.
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7:38 pm
Thank you for the warning brother Adam. Just last week I saw one of my youth madrigal group passing Skittles around to the others. I will immediately ban these vile candies, and administer some healing to the young transgressor. Thanks to Charles’ article I am more aware of the signs of evil. Another member of my group was recently found sporting a nasal piercing. Suffice to say I have now separated him from the others and had him severely admonished to drive the demons out. During the thorough cleansing, he revealed that the Hot Topic stores are being used as recruitment agencies for this Straight Edge peril. I would urge all malls in our great country to address this issue and act accordingly – cancelling their leases in order to quell this rising beast. The burden of staying the Devil’s hand weighs heavily upon my shoulders. I must retire now to the cloister and sing praise to Our Lord.
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8:24 am
After reading this article I am tempted to change my surname lest people mistake me for being straight edged. It sounds like a horrible, wasting, lifestyle.
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8:56 am
you’re all idiots. christwire is a satirical website. much like the onion. eat a dick.
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10:52 am
this has seriously made my day, i didnt realize promoting a healthy lifestyle and keeping clear of the “threats” posed in todays world makes you an overdosing homo. i myself am not straight edge but grew up going to concerts and had many straight edge friends. not a single one was gay, nor had they ever touched a sip of alcohol or attempted any drug in there entire lives. the shear ignorance of this entire article proves that your “investigative journalist” is awful at what he does. you should fire him immediately and replace him with a non-bias high school student. my 3 year old daughter could do a better job than this. please before you publish an article with the ability to be viewed internationally, check your facts. you’ve obviously botched this attempt at hating another group for no reason. you give good christians a bad name and demoralize the entire religion. your stupidity has given me a headache.
get sick motherfuckers.
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10:57 am
It sounds like you need a strong, healthy, dose of Christ added into your life. Falling into this hobby — nay, cult — is dangerous business, and you should not be mocking it. I have seen it ruin quite a number of people.
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11:52 am
where do you see cult antics?
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12:05 pm
I have been told that this strait edge gang also “self cuts”, then they rub wounds to spread bloodborne disease.
It is widely known that self-cutting is a sign of devil possession.
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12:08 pm
ive been told you cant spell. where are you getting this?
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12:13 pm
After this article was released we had 4 straight edge members turn themselves in to our church yesterday. They all wanted to make new starts as real and productive members of society. They provided this info and much more.
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12:19 pm
Brother Weisz, I shall discuss this with my pastor. I’m sure something similar will happen here and he should be made aware of it so as to be prepared. Thanks!
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6:45 am
That is wonderful! I feel we can still do some good! Praise be.
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9:09 am
They were either fucking with you, or sheep.
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12:11 pm
Sounds like they must listen to that BDSM bad too…
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12:14 pm
I cut. I’m not straight edge. I am not possessed. How is cutting a sign of possession?
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12:27 pm
Show your parents your act of self cutting. Let them watch you as you do it. They will fill you in on how its wrong.
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12:30 pm
I know it is wrong. Like I would let them watch me dig a razor into my wrist!
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12:24 pm
im convinced these people are the ones who are possessed. by some sort of stupid devil or something. i dont believe a single word of what any of these religious nut jobs say.
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12:31 pm
I used the weekend to think more about my situation with this gang. My pastor, parents, and I all agree that it would be best to stay as far away as possible. Where are some good Christian schools that I could transfer to? (I’m located in the south east US.)
Thanks and God Bless.
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12:56 pm
southeast? how about the university of my foot your ass. you disgust me you closed minded piece of trash. get a real job.
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1:13 pm
Such anger and rudeness toward someone simply reaching out for help. Shame, shame!
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1:17 pm
Actually, Timmay’s right. You don’t have to be a dick.
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1:20 pm
cutter
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1:23 pm
Fucking asswipe. I know I’m a cutter. Whopdy fucking doo! You can read!
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5:36 pm
I do plan to get a real job after I get a degree, hence going to school. Thanks
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9:07 am
Are you joking? Please don’t have children, so that your insufficiencies will die with you.
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1:24 pm
i hear christ can help with that.
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1:28 pm
You can shove Christ up your ass. I never meant to offend you, I was telling the truth. You were acting like a fucking dick. I’ve been in a pretty fucking decent mood today. Asshole. Me cago en tu madre.
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1:33 pm
relax dude im just screwing around.
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1:33 pm
I don’t quite know what this person’s problem is, Lauren. You’ve been totally nice, and even I pleasantly suggested to him he was being rude. Such vitriol in his responses is totally uncalled for, and unappreciated by everyone here no matter what their belief.
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1:40 pm
Thanks Timmay. I was in a real good mood. I get called cutter and emo enough at school. I wasn’t rude. I might not’ve been all that nice to him, but I wasn’t exactly rude. I don’t watch my words, I speak what’s on my mind. If I think you’re a dick, I’ll tell you. You don’t have to worry about me lying cause I tell the truth. The only thing I have ever lied about is my cutting to my mom. I speak my mind. If you don’t like it, ‘Ryan’, stfu.
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1:44 pm
Well, don’t let it spoil your mood. Hoof it on over to Hot Topic (don’t forget the gasoline and a lighter. Please.) and enjoy your birthday!
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3:31 pm
Lol. Timmay. I am! Hot topic got postponed though. :’( Makes me sad but I’ll find something to do… maybe get another feather in my hair!
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1:27 pm
this site is ignorant. Christians are ignorant. Dont tell us something is unnatural when in your precious bible there is talking snakes. fuck you! I am straight edge. it is a drug free alcohol free life choice. not a street gang. Most are not violent at all. I would like to know where the information was gathered for this article? every article i have read on this bullshit site was completely false. I really hope its a joke. I cant stand you fucking idiots. Oh homosexuality is not a bad thing. But straight edge is a life style for all kinds of people. In fact there are a shit ton of Christian straight edgers. i would like you all to know that by talking down on others and trying to warn young people to stay away from this stuff and come to christianity you are doing the same thing that you warn against in this article. Aiming to “save” kids. In reality you are adopting them to a CULT that is nothing but judgemental ingnorance. Have fun learning about your beloved fucking God. Fuck you youre a joke.
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^agree
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4:30 pm
I’m sorry, Christians are ignorant? You don’t make your case look any stronger when you make sweeping statements about billions of people. I’m sure that many Christians ARE ignorant, but your irrational hatred of all things holy is disturbing, to say the least.
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4:32 pm
In one post, you say both that all Christians are ignorant, every last one of them. Then you say that there are many Christians that are straight-edge, a culture that you seem to hold in high-esteem. So are ALL Christians ignorant, or just the ones that aren’t straight-edge? Or perhaps you just talk in circles so frequently you don’t even realize when you’ve contradicted yourself.
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4:43 pm
Hank is right for once. You did talk in circles a bit.
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5:19 pm
All christians. Even straightedge ones. But nowhere in my arguement did i say that the straight edge christians werent ignorant. i just simply said that this article is filled with ignorance and that there are christian straight edgers. Sorry i didnt make that more clear.
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5:30 pm
Okay. I read it and petty much got the same thing hank did. Thanks for clearing that up!
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7:41 pm
My original statement stands, Cody. You’re talking about billions of people. You ought to be careful when you generalize about that many individuals. I have just as much basis to say all Atheists are ignorant: that is to say, none.
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9:13 pm
But, you do say all atheists are ignorant. You say that they are all rude. THey aren’t. Just like you say all us Pagans are Atheist. 1) Impossible since we believe in the Lord and Lady, and 2)Not all people who practice magick are evil. My teacher is actually a really nice guy. I met him through my best friend. He is kind and sweet and is helping me through a really tough time. So don’t claim to be innocent when you yourself is just as guilty as the next guy, Hank.
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10:32 pm
this article itself is talking about millions. You probably interact with many straight edgers without even knowing it. But my original statement also stands. And nobody said i was atheist. Im agnostic to tell you the truth. i would like to beleive there is something there but dont agree with the bible. Most of it. I did study the bible for a long time. Including my time with the military. I went to many different religious services of many different religions. Christian, Jewish, Wiccan, Hinduism and plenty more. I sat down with pastors, in fact one of my best friends is a reverend. So I respect everyones choice in religion, i just dont agree with it. Being Straight Edge that is all we want from society is respect. Me saying they are ignorant is maybe the wrong way of showing my opinion but after reading this article i was a little pissed off. So i sincerely apologize to you if i offended you or anyone. But this article did offend me to the max. Thank you for not being rude to me in your replies like many have to above straight edgers. i do appreciate that alot. Have yourself a nice night.
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2:02 pm
There’s no way people are THIS unable to read sarcasm/satire.
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3:09 pm
I am not Straight Edge but have plenty of friends who are….Everything in this article is 100% incorrect! I dont know where you got your information. Straight Edge means being poison free and sustaining from any sort of substance that may cloud your judgement. As far as it being a gang, that is not true… most straight edge kids are in the hardcore music scene (which is all about brotherhood and watching each others backs)… definitley not a gang. Do a little more educated research next time.
p.s. Christianity is a cult!
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4:11 pm
“Thou Shall Not Bear False Witness Against Thy Neighbor.”
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5:27 pm
This is fucking ridiculous. You obviously are a moron who doesn’t know how to research for shit. No wonder people look down on christians so much.
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5:37 pm
Wow, what BS, straight edge is coined from the band Minor Threat, in the song “Straight Edge” and they are talking about how they don’t need drugs or alcohol or sex to have a good time. I’m Christian and this is all BS… do your research before you make stuff up, you ignorant twat.
here’s the link to the song, with lyrics.
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5:40 pm
You are obviously a fucking moron that doesn’t know how to research for shit. No wonder people look down on christianity. Get your fucking facts straight you stupid ass dork.
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5:41 pm
IM EDGE. IM DANGEROUS. PREPARE YOUR ANUS
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7:47 pm
I am sure brother Bruce has a will strong enough to repel the likes of you!
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8:49 pm
IN MY BUTT
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8:59 pm
What is the world coming to? You and your Straight Edge friends cavorting at Phish concerts and Bonaroo. This is truly a signal for The End of Days!
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10:12 pm
I ain’t no fucking hipster. Phish smokes weed. I don’t. Hail Satan. Get bent.
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5:56 pm
I’m straight edge and ever since I had this mindset and been hanging around other straight edge kids, i’ve come to realize that I’ve been happier. I used to smoke cigarettes and since i quit a couple months ago. I’m sorry, that this group of kids isn’t the type of kids society wants us to be, but most of us are happy. better than being a juggalo.
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5:57 pm
Dear Charles Williams And To All Others Who Agree With Him,Kill Yourself Please.
You And Tyson Post Nothing But Bullshit
And None Of It Is Backed By Research
“Both Ears holding large plates “Caged” – bestiality”
What Kind Of Shit Is That? On Account Of Stretched Ears Arent Anything New Because Of Their Origin In Africa Before The Term Straight Edge Even Existed. And The Funny Thing Is Alot Of Christians Are Straight Edge And Since Homosexuality Is A Bad Thing According To The Bible Then Do You Really Think That Straight Edge Christians If They Were True Believers, They Wouldnt Commit Anal Sex Acts?
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6:00 pm
Damn dude you are retarded as hell straight edge is the choice to refuse the consumption of alcohol and drugs and not to practice premarital sex yet you bash it as if it is selling sex drugs and violence. Your a the main reason why people turn from Christianity and go forth and try new religion. Christianity is supposed to live like Jesus and last time I checked Jesus allowed us to be forgiven for what was wrong, so thus we are setting up major restrictions for what we know are wrong. So please do proper research before you bash another person’s life choice you incompetent piece of shit.
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6:05 pm
I must respectfully ask where exactly you found Edge kids engaging in such disgusting behaviour. If you did in deed see such things or hear of them then they are myth propagated by ignorant fools with no better things to do than slander decent folk.
Straight Edge is a declaration against the social norms of Drinking, Drug Use and Promiscuity. It is our heartfelt promise to ourselves and fellow edge brothers and sisters that we will live a life clean of poisons and toxins that much of society indulges in. Compare this to many Christians chosen vow of abstinence. Some of us choose a life of Vegetarianism or Veganism as a way to combat the horrific slaughter of countless animals that suffer in unimaginable ways before they end up on ones dinner plate.
We as a group do not necessarily discriminate against religion, race, or sexual orientation. Individuals may have their qualms, but in order to join the movement you only have to give up three small things. And promise to be a better human being for it.
I will be the first to admit that my subculture’s history is stained in blood. Straight Edge has been linked to bullying against users in the past. It isn’t uncommon to hear comments such as “Kill your local drug dealer” in our midst. Ours is a lifestyle strongly steeped in music. With messages in lyrics ranging from the uplifting to the combative.
I dare any one of you to listen to the words of a Have Heart song and tell me we are a group of devil worshiping sex demons. You’re prejudice as always is horrifically uncalled for. And it’s reading such things that make me even prouder to be Edge, and Non- American.
Raevyn
SxE
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6:24 pm
This article is the biggest load of horseshit…. besides harold camping’s predictions. You fail old man and bussinessman hank looks like a local sex offender haha
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6:35 pm
you are so wrong it is scary. “Straight Edge” are kids who swear off drugs and alcohol. The only point of violence committed by Straight Edge kids is at the christian death metal shows(zao, underoath, overcome, ect) and it is exclusive to just mosh pits that are usually filled with other Straight Edge kids.
your research as failed you.
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6:47 pm
its not just at christian shows.
so idk why youd just limit it to that.
Theres violence in hardcore in general.
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6:37 pm
woooooooooah is this for real? you guys can’t seriously believe this can you? honestly, it makes all christians look bad when you people take terribly obviously fake information as fact. This guy is leading you on. its a troll. he’s trying to misinform you and you just eat it up. Get a brain. seriously you make us all look soooooooo bad its depressing i have to fight so hard with my friends to be a christian and not be looked at as some illiterate moron. you people disgust me
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6:38 pm
oh and the “x” on the hand comes from the mark that concert clubs put on your hand if you are underage or un-allowed to drink.
again your research was very fail.
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6:56 pm
I have many Christian friends who are Straight-Edge, and I’m sure they would be very upset to know that this is what is being portrayed as their beliefs.
Quite literally, if you take everything described in this article, and find the exact opposite of said things, it is then that you would have the TRUE meaning of Straight-Edge.
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7:01 pm
This is the funniest fucking thing I’ve seen all day
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7:04 pm
Wait wait… “Having a Steve.”?!?!?
Do you mean SLEEVE???
LUUUUULLLLZZZZZ.
I never knew such ignorance could exist, but this really just took this to a new level.
Nothing could be the exact opposite of straight-edge more than this.
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7:58 pm
I WON’T BE SKULL FUCKED BY FAITH, I AM THE UPSIDE-DOWN CROSS.
It’s ignorant bigots like you why I believe there is no god and Jesus was a liar. I’m straight edge. And believe me, that did a whole lot more saving than your ‘god’ ever did and ever will. Religion is a sham, and it is just for money and trolling. Drug free that’s the life for me. Hail Satan. XXX.
- Laine
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8:01 pm
Have you been sent by Shannon to attack us? This outburt bears a remarkable similarity to her twisted posts.
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8:04 pm
Not even close friar dick!
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8:07 pm
You responded quite quickly when your plot was spotted. Never fear ChristWire followers. I am ever vigilant towards Shannons heathen tactics. We must remain steadfast in our faith to repel these horrific verbal onslaughts.
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8:10 pm
I just happened to be online at the moment and seen it thereof no plot going on and I have not sent anyone
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8:18 pm
Your evil Wiccan beliefs betray you. Lies and falsehoods surround you. This most recent plan that you and Lauren have hatched to use Hot Topic stores as Straight Edge recruitment centres is poisoning the youth of our society. We are aware of your subterfuge and stand resolutely against the evil that spurts forth from your mouth.
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8:23 pm
Where did you pull this crap from? Everything you just said was an outright lie
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9:19 pm
he pulled it from his ass. Like usual.
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3:37 am
yes, it’s almost as if ‘friar DICK BOTHHOLES’ is a real person and not joking or trolling or anything.
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9:22 pm
Umm. Iu like Hot Topic because of the clothes… I am not straght edge, and even though I support them, I don’t want to be straight edge. Seriously. I’m happy the way I am. How come when I am in a good mood everyone attacks me? Seriously. First that Ryan ass and now you.
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9:27 pm
He’s always a jerk thinks I have some sort of agenda
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9:32 pm
They all think the same of me, too. Just because we dare voice our opinions… I found a teacher.
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9:40 pm
Great! I actually still really don’t have one
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9:42 pm
He is my best friend’s boyfriend. well, they are about to break up. he said he doesn’t want a boyfriend right now.
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9:45 pm
Understandable, I know I am not looking for one at the moment either, enjoying being single in a new big city
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11:20 pm
staight edge kids dont shop at hot topic thats for trendy music that isnt even involved with edge. Edge is not what this article says im posotive. Either this is the bigest trolling webiste or all of you are ignorant old men who sit at home read the bible and are blind to whats actually happening around them.
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9:38 pm
Would you like to know something about this Pagan? I know the lord’s prayer…
Our father who art in heaven
hallowed be thy name
they kingdom come
thy will be done
on earth as it is
in heaven
give us this day our daily bread
and forgive us or debts as we forgive our debtor
and lead us not into temptation
but deliver us from all evil
for thine is the kingdom
the power
the glory
forever.
Amen
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9:43 pm
I know it to! I also love the footprints poem, have a fairly large mirror with it panted on it
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9:48 pm
But you see, they think that we are ignorant of the bible and it’s teachings. we need to ‘silence the crooked holy; unchain the tied and bound. No time for allegory; one true reigning sound.” Because this is our sweet Blasphemy. I know the bible frontwards and back. I grew up in a christian household. I know enough to know that it is not for me.
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9:52 pm
Ive looked into many things before I came toy decision as a pagan, even considered myself Methodist at one point, but ultimately I decided that this was the path for me
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10:00 pm
My friend Keller is walking me through it, opening my eyes to things I had never before seen. He told me not to be ashamed of my gift of seeing spirits, and to hone it and stregthen it since I have repressed it so long.
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10:06 pm
I know the feeling, I’ve seen stuff and felt stuff other people haven’t, I’ve even had premonitions in the past, and sometimes they scare me on how accurate they can be
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10:10 pm
I used to have them often. But I realised that if I was stupid and told someone when and how they were going to die, even by accident, I’d be exorcised… again. My gift used to be extremely strong, but i’ve repressed it for so long I don’t even know if it is still there.
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10:15 pm
The one that scared me the most is when I had one about my mom dying 6 months before she did, in detail exactly how it ended up happening
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6:42 am
Oh Lauren, every day I pray for you, but you er further and further away from our Lord and his straight and narrow. I feel as if we are losing you to the straight-edged demons.
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2:40 pm
My dear Lurlene,
I really don’t like you. Seriously. You have done nothing to gain my respect at all. You threaten my fellow Wiccans, you attack a band that has saved my life more than once, and you are really quite rude to me. Timmay, on the other hand, isn’t. See, I listen to and respect Timmay. I do not respect you. My Lord and Lady watch over me. Blessed be, Lurlene. Mayhaps you will one day find a path that will lessen your hostility.
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9:16 pm
I am a strong Christan and youth worker (but that shouldn’t be relevant to my opinion) and 100% disagree with the content of this article.
I’m not sure where Charles Williams found this information, but I can say that “straight edge” is far from what it is described as here.
To clear things up:
1. Straight Edge is not a gang. It is a culture and a lifestyle where the adherents refrain from smoking/drinking/drugs and premarital sex. That is all.
2. People shouldn’t be judged, especially by their appearance. The only symbolism attached tp “straight edge” is an “X” on the hands which only shows they DON’T drink, smoke or put any poisons into their body.
3. People have the right to choose their own beliefs and values. Christians and non-christian’s alike.
From a christian perspective, I believe it’s sad we live in a society where just about all youth are pressured by peers to experiment with various substances. But it’s this straight edge community that is making a strong stand against these social pressures and social norms by refusing to ingest what will cause bodily harm, or even alter their mind state.
And, just because Charles Williams published an inaccurate article does not give grounds for people to start saying who is right/wrong with religion.
On behalf of all Christians id like to apologize to anyone offended by this article or the response comments from christians. We aren’t all crazy uninformed retards. Please don’t judge us from the voice of the ones on this website.
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1:54 pm
I think you are being overly dramatic in addressing the legitimate fears these people pose to society.
Punk rock is called Punk Rock because it attracts Punks. These are not executives, titans of real estate or logistics magnates. Their contributions are what? Increased deafness? What charitable or societal good to they serve other than a horrible example?
Please, I think this issue has been throughly reported here and the community at large agrees. To continue your Christian hate bashing is just ludicrous, but punks rarely know when to quit.
Kind regards,
BB
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9:20 pm
I demand to know your sources for this “investigation” because this report “my brother” is 100% defamation and full of terrible lies that just make people have fake information.
I even straight edge for almost 9 years, straight edge is about being clean minded with that i mean we dont consume illegal or legal drugs (ex: cigarettes) and we dont consume any kind alcoholic drinks.
Apparently you didnt even took the effort of looking at wikipedia.
You should be a shame of yourself for “reporting” this joke.
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9:44 pm
This is just Lies you are a complete idiot ! If you had done any true research you would know what you have written is so far from the truth its almost laughable, as for Violence well Yes id Love to punch your face in for writing such bullshit !!
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10:32 pm
What a bunch of lies. I hope satan condemns you for writing this. Straight edge is a positive thing. God bess. and in god I mean satan.
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10:51 pm
Discredit this entire article its wrong. Edge music is about positivity, being a good person, and staying drug and alcohol free. No part of this is right. Not a single thing in this article is right and I’m posotive go look it up anywhere else.
I dont go to other websites and slander jesus cuase I dont know enough to say. So dont talk about edge cuase you dont know it.
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11:33 pm
This is insane. That’s exactly the opposite of what SxE stands for. Being a straight edge youth, I find this repulsive. Straight edge is for kids who want to avoid drinking , drugs, and sex. Get your research straight before you go making a fool of yourself.
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6:40 am
Clearly you are deluding yourself.
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12:40 am
I’m so glad someone brought this to my attention. I’ve seen these kids at my school and i always had a bad feeling about them. I’m glad to see something like this here so that people can be ready when confronted by violent delinquents like these. God bless.
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12:43 am
Your God doesn’t exist and your article is full of shit. Go fuck yourself, you christian twat. Having fun living your life by a false prophet.
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12:57 am
Care to provide evidence for those claims, young man?
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1:32 am
-sighs- why do your responses have to be hate filled if you don’t have anything nice to say don’t say it.however constructive critisism is ok because it helps improves the authors work now if you gave us links to credible site(meaning no wikipedia) where you got your information i would then start to believe this article
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12:44 am
I’d like to see your sources from the research you have gathered for this post. Please provide valid and credible links to where you got all of this information because I cannot seem to find it. It just so happens that this sums up everything I have read on the topic.
“Straight edge is a subculture of hardcore punk which the adherents refrain from using alcohol, tobacco, and recreational drugs. It was a direct reaction to the sexual revolution, hedonism, and excess associated with punk rock.”
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1:19 am
I cannot believe this, guys the christians found out we are all gays and big time druggies and that our beliefs are just fake. Like theirs. lol. If Satan promotes being drug free, then i am on his side because that’s the way i want to be.
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1:41 am
Can i Just ask you christians something?
why do you believe a peice of black and white information someone has posted and it seems you believe it purley because that person shares the same religous views as you.
But when theres people in church are no better and do ‘sinful’ things and then other people not to do it.
“A friend of mine who was a founding father of the Church of Satan, who later I compared notes with, said when he was a kid, he too managed to get into Sally’s Nude Ranch, and in the corral he saw his Sunday school teacher!!! That was a real epiphany for him. From that moment on he was a Satanist.” – Anton LaVey
I’m not religous but i was brought up with morales and manners, I went to christian schools and was baptised and confirmed but I had no choice and had religon forced on me. but i realised aswell how many hipocrits there were in this christian community so i immediatley refused to be part of it. I respect your religious views but putting this in the nicest way I think you shouldnt just look on the internet and use secondry sources, as theres a good chance their incorrect. Just like the bible, its been tampered with and changed over the 100′s of years it been around. You should go out and find a primary source and actually meet or talk to people who chose to be straight edge. Its a pure lifestyle and it should not be confused with anything else.
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2:35 am
All the ultra right wing “Christians” posting in the comments here are jokes right? I can tell the obvious jokes. But Businessman Hank and Harold Camping and stuff. These guys aren’t for real are they? And at the very least not the real Camping right? Either way, this whole thing is hilarious. It was worth a phenomenal laugh. For that, I thank you all.
Also, when they put “having a steve” they did just mean sleeve right? Like a tattoo sleeve on your arm or leg? That would be hilarious if that was the mess up… or intentional, I can’t tell if this article is supposed to be genuine or if it’s meant as a joke. Also, who else thought it was funny that “minor threats” was mentioned as a locality? Classic.
Anyway, if you supposed super right winger Christians are real, I’m sorry for you. Also, if you people who are responding incredibly negatively are real (and this isn’t a completely fabricated joke thing) I’m also sorry. Straight Edge did have a history of being violent, and people who adhered to the lifestyle were sometimes known for being quite intolerant of not being SE and becoming violent about it. Similar to incredibly right wing fundamentalist Christian circles. Really SE is just Christian-lite in a lot of ways. There are those with good intentions who do well, good intentions and do bad, some who don’t care and are just there who do good or bad, etc. etc. ad infinitum.
Regardless, what I’m getting at is that this is hilarious from all angles. Ridiculous reactions to ridiculous claims, and then back again. Non-Christians here, you won’t change these Christians minds. They will argue you and say you’re lost, confused, deceived, and they worry for your soul and will pray for you. Christians on here, you won’t change these non-Christians hearts. They will argue you and say that you are close-minded, bigoted, ignorant, and brainwashed. You are both driving each other further away from each other’s sides of the argument. More moderate Christians on here who understand how ridiculous the ultra right wing Christian remarks are on here, just go elsewhere. These are lost causes. They are old and set in there ways. Etc.
Tolerance, and not being pulled in by trolls. The two true keys. Also doubt. Always doubt your own beliefs and world views. Never have certainty. Certainty is the bedfellow of ignorance and hypocrisy; doubt is the necessary progenitor of open-mindedness, well adjustment, and well rounded critical understanding.
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2:53 am
Am i the only on surprised they havent said anything about bronies?
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3:09 am
They actually covered that a few weeks ago. I was scared of them.
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3:15 am
wait what was the article under?
and pls link me so i can tell wether they reseached or not
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3:21 am
i’m not sure, either they wrote this to get some attention for promote this site or the author is an idiot guy who really don’t know anything about SxE. I hope the author get enlightenment from his God..
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4:07 am
OMG. Thank you for warning others about this terrible gang and what they do. I’ve been trying to tell others about the dangers that these people pose, but to no avail. You didn’t even touch on “Project X”, which is a top secret mission to kill everyone who doesn’t drink or smoke with a “Firestorm”.
Thanks again for this great article!
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4:35 am
And Americans wonder people are always trying to drop bombs on them. Maybe it’s coz most of the country is full of pig ignorant fucks like the writer of this article who should be ‘ethnically’ clensed from this Earth…Yes you fundamentalist Christians morons, the judgement day IS coming but it’s coming for YOU!!!!
Better watch your backs coz God hates bigots.
P.S. If you’re gonna play at being a journalist at least use the computer spell check to fix up your dismal spelling and punctuation.
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4:56 am
WHAT A FAIL this article is! To the absolute opposite of what Straight Edge means… God, where did you catch your informations?! O_o
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6:26 am
clearly this is a joke. a super hilarious joke.
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6:27 am
a STEVE for christs sake? c’mon thats funny.
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6:37 am
Truly yet another unchristian cult that prays on the young.
I suspect this one, who also has a steve on one arm, is one of these Godless straight edgers.
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9:00 am
Sister Lurlene,
This is horrific!
As a wife and mother, I am well aware of the agave syrup addict’s blank, lifeless stare. Hopped up on chia seed ‘gels’ made with that lifeless tahini heroin, poor girl doesn’t see her hormonal imbalance is transforming her into a neck beard. When will people learn that this raw lifestyle is just greasing the slide to Satan’s ovens?
I say give me well prepared meals with fresh ingredients. Flour and sugar are for cake. And if we weren’t supposed to eat cake, we wouldn’t have a cake hole.
Praise be,
BB
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4:35 pm
I again hope this is a joke. This is a guy.. it’s not a girl and the tattoo is called a sleeve.. not a steve.
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6:54 pm
Nonsense. A sleeve is something those of us with piety use to cover our armes, these straight-edged heathen satan worshippers put steves on their arms to signal copious drug use, unnatural fornication, both, or worse.
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7:09 pm
A tattoo sleeve.
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7:10 pm
Lauren, this really isn’t the place to post your pornographic personal advertisements. Children watch this site.
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7:17 pm
My Lord and Lady I wish that was me! Nope! That was the best version I could find. Here is another:
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7:17 pm
My Lord and Lady I wish that was me! Nope! That was the best version I could find. Here is another:
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12:22 am
In any case you should stop posting your sinful uncovered mammaries here. Perhaps have them removed to prevent both temptation and breast cancer.
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9:09 am
Lurlene, as I said, that is not me. The Lord and Lady didn’t feel it necessary to bless me in that way, although i have many other blessings.
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6:59 am
Charles Williams is a moron.
What research exactly did you do?
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10:28 am
You are a moron. JAB? is that what you do to your multiple same sex partners while being intoxicated on mathemphetamines?
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8:15 am
how come jesus christ said “let he who has commited no sin cast the first stone” and “turn the other cheek” yet you christians consistantly judge everyone for their lifestyle? a bit hypocritical, also i suggest you listen to sxe music, the early stuff is good (for example minor threat, gorilla biscuits, ssd) all which promote an indulgence free lifestyle. Not only is it better than pansy christian music but it also has integrity, the bands live the life they promote, whereas christian bands make money as they articulate their sound through mainstream channels. Also what is the deal with the new testament? you christians just add on a sequel and dont even follow the rules of the (old) testament or the new testament correctly. your religious book is considered to be the highlander 2 of religious doctrines. And before im criticised, imagine if jesus did exist and go to a sxe concert/gig, he would love it, the first christians were all outcasts, he would say “sod the cross, is all about XXX”
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8:37 am
Atari,
I like your message, even if it is very misdirected and fraught with erroneous accusations and libelous intent.
Warning others of this lifestyle is not judging or attacking, it is simply educating the public of the dangers. To internalize this is simply self centered on your part, but speaks more to the dangers than delineating an alternative view. It must be the lack of quality protein in the diet.
No one uses the term ‘sod’ the way you do in your barely intelligible rant. I must assume you are reaching out to your dope doer friends for assistance. Please be advised this is a Christian web site and we don’t cotton to that type of behavior.
Kind regards,
BB
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8:47 am
I sense the forked tongue and squinting eyes of a Chinaman in this “atari” individual…
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8:33 am
harold camping forgot to carry the one
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8:43 am
Harold Camping-
I want to smash your fucking face in you minion of satan.
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8:48 am
This is a Christian site. Neither violence nor unnecessary profanity will be tolerated.
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8:56 am
This website isn’t christian. It is full of self righteous, sick minded, evil people who deserve death.
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9:00 am
sXe es todo lo contrario a lo que dice este estúpido texto.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Straight_edge
Straight edge is a subculture of hardcore punk which the adherents refrain from using alcohol, tobacco, and recreational drugs. It was a direct reaction to the sexual revolution, hedonism, and excess associated with punk rock.[1][2] For some, this extends to not engaging in promiscuous sex, following a vegetarian or vegan diet, and not using caffeine or prescription drugs.[1] The term was coined by the 1980s hardcore punk band Minor Threat in their song “Straight Edge”.[3]
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9:08 am
Wiki is not a reliable source. Copying and pasting is not research, no matter what your union loving high school teacher tells you.
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3:38 pm
Everyone on here is a fool. You are a bunch of misinformed naysayers who will spout whatever comes to mind for any type of attention or self-gratification. But I don’t blame you for the way you are it just saddens me that intelligent people are misguided by outdated traditionalism. Christianity just like any other “organized” religion are (Charles Williams said it best) “propaganda machines” drowning people in their own self-induced apocalypse. People who conform to such senseless behaviors are just another dumbfounded statistic in my book.
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10:14 am
Wikipedia is not a source, it is a liberal propaganda machine. There are zero professors or teachers that accept wikipedia as a useable source for research.
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11:54 am
My father, who was raised in a Christian home, same with myself uses wikipedia. He’s a professor at Houghton College, a CHRISTIAN college. This article is spouting nonsense.
http://lmgtfy.com/?q=straight+edge
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12:48 pm
I hope your parents are ashamed that they created you.
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1:47 pm
Is this an online college without buildings and a library?
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2:18 pm
I think it’s one of those inside of a matchbook degree places.
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12:03 pm
actually wiki is a source just unreliable one but you guys are hypocrytes because you admitted in the past to using it
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9:06 am
1. I grew up in the Straight Edge Scene. If you did even the simplest of research on any website that can be considered a reliable source you would know that the basic beliefs of a Straightedge person is to lead a clean and sober lifestyle.
2. I can tell when I get a creepy vibe from someone, and it is funny because the people who claim to be righteous and christian on this site seem to be the most jacked up in the head, and the people defending straight edge seem to be more sane, level headed, sound minded, and just more down to earth generally speaking.
Harold Camping is Satan in purest form.
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9:11 am
You malign a man’s name based on what? Meetings with Satan?
If you are unable to see how ‘jacked’ your own comments are, I really can’t bring you back from this lifestyle. The first step in addressing a problem is admitting you have one.
I hope you can let go of some of your hate and disingenuous habits for a more pure and abiding faith.
Kind regards,
BB
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9:16 am
Blame, I think when you say “more down to earth” what you really mean is “more down deep in the earth.” Very deep, right in the fiery pit with his infernal majesty.
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9:09 am
oh and Blanchee Beecham or who ever you are. I bet you are some old lady freak who murdered her husband or something. you suck.
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9:11 am
Get thee behind me, Satan!
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9:15 am
Straight edgers have been responsible for some many evils in the past. I was once touched up by a straight edge atheist who asked me if I’d like to try some ‘Snapcase,’ I felt pressurised and helpless, like I was on somekind of ‘Earth Crisis’ (another substance that these perverts use,) they’ve also forced me to watch a famous straight edger from Wales copulating with a sheep.
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9:27 am
Anybody on this site with comments coming from the “christian” camp, seem like the more jacked up group of people. The so called straight edgers here posting comments seem more connected with god and inner peace. I suggest YOU get right with god cause right now I can tell you flat out that your not.
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9:31 am
I can’t even remember your name because the comment list is so long and I’m viewing this on my phone but “dude” bless your heart; you’re a retard. And I don’t mean “special” I mean you’re a straight up, fucking retard
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10:30 am
Lmao! You people are idiots this website is a satyr.
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8:57 am
If you want to convince people it’s SATIRE spell it right, love. A satyr is a half-goat being in Greek mythology.
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9:30 am
It’s DEFINITELY satire, Lauren. Whether or not somebody spells it right doesn’t make that fact any different. You’ve been trolled for months.
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4:37 pm
Actually, I’m having fun. I’ve been knowing it was Satire. So do Shannon and Alison Manson. We know it is Satire, we are just havin fun.
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5:16 pm
It is not satire http://christwire.org/2011/04/laweekly-attacks-freedom-of-religion-calls-it-%e2%80%9ca-joke%e2%80%9d/
I’ll even invite you to attend church with me in person.
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9:06 pm
I. Do. Not. Go. To. Church. It is pure misery for me. I smile, but in my head I am praying to my Lord and Lady. Or reading through my Book
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11:02 am
Better watch out for those “rock steady” kids too.
GAY RUDE BOYS UNITE!!!!!!!!!!!!
to combat christian ignorance.
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11:22 am
must read “straight edge: clean living youth” author by Ross Haenfler
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11:35 am
Lol at all these people thinking this article is real. Its obviously a joke since you can google straightedge and everything is the exact opposite of what was stated (as if the grammatical mistakes and things like saying “Steve” weren’t enough) Straightedge is something positive, not doing drugs, alcohol, etc.
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11:37 am
Looks, like me becomes Straight edge OR Christian is still 0%. Looks like I can only go to Buddhism. 阿彌陀佛…
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11:37 am
AHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAAAHAHAHAHAHAHA. THIS IS FUCKING PRICELESS!!!!!!
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11:38 am
Looks like me becomes Straight edge OR Christian is still 0%. Looks like I can only go to Buddhism. 阿彌陀佛…
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11:49 am
wow . . I thought this was a joke, but it seems not, thats absolutely crazy and ridiculous at the same time . .. where or where have you been reading into this? looool
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11:50 am
wow . . I thought this was a joke, but it seems not, thats absolutely crazy and ridiculous at the same time . .. where oh where have you been reading into this? looool
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11:50 am
This article offends me. I am Wesleyan Christian, I am 18, and I am straight edge. I have no history of violence, I am not a homosexual, I have never had non-perscription illegal drugs in my system, and I don’t drink alcohol. You are SEVERELY misinformed as to what straight edge is sirs and madams. Please, indulge yourself in knowledge and go google straight edge. Wait, actually, let me get that for you.
http://lmgtfy.com/?q=straight+edge
Anyone who reads this article and believes a word of this nonsense is close minded and a sheep. Be a lamb for Christ, don’t be led around by these men who spout nothings from their wide open maws.
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11:50 am
This gave me a good laugh. It’s called research, and maybe it won’t make you look like such a dumbass next time, if you utilized it.
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12:22 pm
This gave me a good laugh. It’s called spell check, and maybe it won’t make you look like such a dumbass next time, if you utilized it. Mr. “Anoymous” :^)
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12:53 pm
You will be the one who looks like a dumbass when I am in Heaven and you are in Hell.
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1:15 pm
You will look like the dumbass when you are frying in hell. It’s not to late to change your ways.
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12:02 pm
Wow, I never leave comments because usually, they are all just a joke. I am hoping that also, this post is a joke, but considering the uber right wing christian based nature of the site, I’m going to guess that it’s not.
Being straight edge is to be poison free. NO drugs, NO promiscuous sex and NO alcohol. You have it backwards.
I’ve been straight edge since 14 and now at 25, still intend to live my life this way.
This should be on the Onion.
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12:08 pm
For those of you that realize that this article is just a joke saying the complete opposite of what be straight edge actually is… Good for you. you have a sense of humor.
If you think this is a serious article. Stop being a fag.
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12:17 pm
but its oh so much fun to roleplay
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12:21 pm
I find this entire line of comments & arguing over the article (which was clearly intended to be a joke) very entertaining. I’ve got a few things to say to all of you.
First, I’m a Christian, believe I’m going to heaven. But I’m also a drug user, I like to drink alcohol & energy drinks, and I have sex all the time with my beautiful girlfriend. So I’m really rather entertained at all the fighting going on here. But one side clearly seems to be wrong here, and that’s the “Christian” haters. Reading through these comments, I see that all you are doing is trying to prove yourself somehow superior to the “devil-worshipping possessed Satanists” you view us metalheads & drug users to be. That’s not what Christianity is supposed to be about. God is love, RIIIIGHTT? How does trying to force your beliefs down our throats make you more holy? You seem to have forgotten that God loves us all equally, no matter what we do. So stop it with the holier-than-thou shtick. Nobody cares what you think of us.
Also, to the guy who wrote this article in the first place, cheers man! Got a lot of good laughs from this.
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12:51 pm
thrash you are one fine example of what all the christains i know in rl are like they say the same things(except for the drug and girlfriendparts) and don’t constantly try to convert me…wish i could say same of the satanists next door wish they would leave me alone
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12:31 pm
OH YOUR GOD! I have never been so disgusted and amused at the same time in MY LIFE! I am Straight Edge, my wife is straight edge. I have friends who are straight edge. I’ve never had any drugs in my life, I drank once (when I was a stupid kid), and I only enjoy intimacy with my wife. I was never in a gang, in fact I was the only straight edge kid of all my friends for a very long time. The fact that this person found a completely made up fantasy gang is just hilarious. the black X started when bands in the 80s wanted to play bars but didn’t want to drink. Obviously this person has never been to a show because all clubs X up kids under age so they don’t buy alcohol at the club. This is the VERY REASON I don’t believe in organized religion. One person makes false accusations without learning the truth, and everyone believes them without researching it themselves. I also don’t know what Home Sexual means, if the person meant homo sexual, I am not, but I support homosexuality because THEY ARE PEOPLE TOO!!! also I don’t know what a “steve” is. Think for yourselves, stop being sheep
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1:05 pm
How can you sleep at night while living a lie? This is why your parents disowned you, Straight Edger.
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10:53 pm
You are a liar, Deuteronomy. I could spot your reasoning anywhere. You and your “wife” should go find yourselves somebody else to torment.
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1:23 pm
Another thing, all you “Christians” out there hating on those who don’t follow your beliefs. Straight Edgers are in reality people who don’t do drugs or smoke or drink or have sex or do any of those other things that God created to make life fun for us. And then they look down on those who do because they think they’re better. They have so much in common with you “Christians” that you should all get together and have a “we’re better than everyone else” party. But it’s still really funny to watch you fighting each other like little girls.
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1:34 pm
When I was 19 I was abducted by a Straight Edge sex gang. They took me to their mountain hideout for a week and shot me full of drugs. I did things I’ll never forget. These people had awful names, like Deuteronomy, Belfast and Kevin. They told me, “You shouldn’t ever listen to Wikipedia.” Much of the sex was photographed and edited using really good software then uploaded to a variety of websites. I was shocked when, several months later, after recovering from the ordeal, I clicked on a link at Red Tube and saw myself degraded again by Belfast. It was only about a thirty second clip and I had to enter my credit card to get the whole thing in HD. Of course those Straight Edgers stole the card number and ran up a huge huge bill, for things like liquor, cigarettes and copies of Leg Show. YOU MUST BEWARE. THEY HAVE SEX WITH YOU AND UPLOAD THE FOOTAGE AND NEVER PAY YOU FOR YOUR TIME.
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1:58 pm
No doubt this mountain hideaway is the very same oubliette known as ‘The Bonaroo Boneroom’. During this evil festival, Straight Edge gang leaders kidnap unsuspecting young people and spirit them away to the cave system in the nearby mountain. Here they meet up with Phish fans and the VANS crew (Vampiric Agents of the New Satan). The kidnapped victim is subjected to unmentionable acts of sin. No hole is left untouched. They then return the immolated husk that remains to the festival for the rampant pleasure of the evil Moshers. Disturbing indeed!
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2:00 pm
Sometimes when I’m being extra home sexual, I’ll have myself a Steve.
Come on, guys… This is obviously a smear piece intentionally filled with conservative disinformation (and unintentionally filled with typos and awkward phrasing). This is the sort of ineffectual tripe that we should be collectively ignoring, rather than lending credence by engaging it’s author in conversation.
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2:01 pm
Hello,
I would like to tell you that the comments above have morbidly disgusted me, along with the article. Charles, you are completely wrong on Straight Edge, and your article is very much bull shit.
Lets start off with the fact that Straight Edge is a gang, yes, but Straight Edge does not promote drugs, alcohol, sex, nonetheless sexual abuse. Straight Edge members refrain from using alcohol, tobacco, drugs, and avoid promiscuous sex; meaning they do not have many sexual partners, or engage in casual sex.
Not all Straight Edge members go vegan or vegetarian, that is not what the gang revolves around. That is basically just an original life choice; it doesn’t matter.
Also, Straight Edge was formed from Minor Threats song “Straight Edge”. Not that bull shit from your article.
Thank you, I hope this helps.
-Anonymous
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2:01 pm
The fact that Fox News can correctly report on this subject should really show everyone how completely moronic this website is. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s9QCOQ6KTik
You guys must be an off-shoot of The Onion. There really is no other explanation.
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2:17 pm
The evil purveyors of this disturbing trend are still at large. Chris Wrenn, Sweet Pete and Pat Flynn are tainting the minds of today’s youth. Parents should be warned lest their children start listening to – Bridge 9, In My Eyes and Have Heart. These bands are at the core of this foul Straight Edge menace. I urge families to act accordingly and write to your Congressman asking that they be banned from further public performances.
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5:16 pm
It is clear you are chopping an onion of sin whose layers have left your eyes clouded to the truth. Repent.
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2:24 pm
Whoa, the fact that so many people cannot tell that this is a fake, satirical piece is blowing my mind.
I’m straight edge, and I had a good laugh.
The only real bit of information I picked up from reading the article and some comments is that the majority of straight edge kids are dumb as hell.
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3:13 pm
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Poe%27s_law
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3:21 pm
This is why ‘god’ hates christians. Because you’re all fucking stupid enough to believe this shit.
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3:25 pm
Lies like this make me ashamed to call myself Christian. Minor Threat rules!
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3:44 pm
Everyone on here is a fool. You are a bunch of misinformed naysayers who will spout whatever comes to mind for any type of attention or self-gratification. But I don’t blame you for the way you are it just saddens me that intelligent people are misguided by outdated traditionalism. Christianity just like any other “organized” religion are (Charles Williams said it best) “propaganda machines” drowning people in their own self-induced apocalypse. People who conform to such senseless behaviors are just another dumbfounded statistic in my book.
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3:51 pm
WHO THE FUCK IS STEVE AND WHY DOES HE MEAN THINGS WHEN I GET HIM ON MY ARMS?
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3:56 pm
I think they mean ‘sleeve’. You know, a tattoo sleeve?
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4:23 pm
I can’t believe all of you fools who are taking this so seriously. The writer is obviously joking. How could it be taken any other way? Probably because of all you straight edge kids taking offense to it are under 16 years old. Kids. haha.
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8:59 am
The writer is illiterate, and sincere in his poisonous thinking- however, I agree, it’s a joke for sure.
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4:27 pm
I think gay people are great, lesbians, homosexuals, queers, dykes, transvestites and trans-sexuals have the same rights as anyone else: to be respected as human beings.
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4:31 pm
I think straight edge, and gay people are great, heterosexuals, lesbians, homosexuals, queers, dykes, transvestites and trans-sexuals have the same rights as anyone else: to be respected as human beings.
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7:13 pm
Like I said to Lauren upthread, this isn’t the place to post your pornographic personal advertisements for trinity sex or threeways or whatever you heathens want to call this abomination. There are children reading this site, consider them.
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8:37 pm
Maybe you should consider the children when you fill the site with negativity and hatred to those who don’t think like you, I’m with Lauren I don’t like you hand will never have respect for you, Timmay and August have gained it from me but you never will
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10:58 pm
Shannon, please stay away from Straight Edgers. I know you believe yourself safe, but sooner or later they’ll kidnap you and post the footage on Dumpster Sluts. If you have any respect for yourself or your unborn children, listen to a friend and STAY AWAY. Every time you defend them, you come a little closer to being abducted.
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11:03 pm
I’m am scared of nothing, I have been alone in this world since I was 15 and have moved across county, these harmless people do not even come close to scaring me
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11:05 pm
Good point Monkey. She is in a new and dangerous city. We don’t want anything to happen to her. Remember Stranger=Danger.
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11:12 pm
Young man,
Please be very careful of the homeless people in LA. They are a dangerous, schizophrenic bunch.
And remember, if you drive alone, you drive with Hitler.
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11:13 pm
I’ve been roaming the city alone the past week, nothing happened yet except I missed my bus and had to wait for the next one
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11:29 pm
Im still praying for you. People like Claire are out there who would wish harm to our friends.
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11:35 pm
nothing to fear but fear itself also shannon even though nothing has happened yet doesnt mean nothing will if i were you id consider taking self defense classes
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11:44 pm
I know it’s always a possability
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8:57 am
You are so foul. Those who spread fear and distrust are such Devil worshipers.
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4:09 pm
its funny how you know wat dumbster sluts is monkey… been purging yourself lately?
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4:17 pm
It’s an actual site? Just thought he was pulling crap outa his ass again! Lol
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4:06 pm
fuck your children. they need to see these things, they need to learn that everything you teach them is bullshit. there is more to life than jesus christ.
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7:39 pm
Mine was relevent, Lurlene. This one is not.
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10:14 pm
Wow just fucking wow a week goes by, I lose 4 ribsi go to 12 concerts and come back to u people still lying! I thought u people said that the Internet would send u to he’ll and yet ur still here. You talk all ur bullshit and then u don’t even live by it! That my dear morons is why I Alison, voted hottest collage girl in the nation am sayinggood fucking bye! Yes, and is u look me up then I lied so stalkers like billings bowers and all the child molesters like them I changed my age and no i’m not 26 I’m 16 and yea I’m not in collage bt I am going to marry and my birth name Alison Manson
and I made great friends here I truly love like
Shannon and lauren and I will pray in front of all u fuckers oh and btw! I may have lied about my age bt I never lied about my job or my respects for everyone except u lying fuckers! So now beloved morons I say good bye and for any one who wants to add me on facebook then look me up I’m the jayy Von Monroe pic and I also have a pic of my self so I guess all that’s left is my prayer, ferwell
Dear God stay the fuck away from me and if u do exsit and u do lobe me then kill all these fuckers that lie and hurt the innocent! A-Fucking-Men
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10:32 pm
Aw gonna miss you! Come back on here every now and than
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4:32 pm
I sincerely hope that this is a joke. straight edge truly does mean to abstain from drugs, alcohol, sex, and so on. Very much a CHRISTIAN lifestyle. I will agree that yes, it has become a bit of a trend and some teenagers will say that they are straight edge and may not follow all of these practices. I’ve met many straight edge kids in my life, and i assure you that it is far from being any sort of secret gang. The “x”s on the hands mean that you are in a drinking bar and you are either too young to drink or else you have chosen to not provide ID. I’m not sure where this kid got his info, but tattoos are not called “steves” but rather “sleeves” because they look like a sleeve of clothing and when your ears are stretched it’s referred to as “gauging” not “caged”. If this kid can’t even get his vocabulary right, how can you honestly believe this article. I’m really hoping it’s a joke.
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7:16 pm
Whether gauging or caged, the straight edgers’ ear torture is clearly part of an obscure ritual sadomasochistic practice from Europe, so let’s not argue about semantics but exterminate this vile custom. Ears should not be involved in sex acts, it is an abomination unto the Lord.
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7:25 pm
Actually, as far as I know, not just straight edgers gauge their ears and I am postive it is not for sex….
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8:55 am
Please, go back to submitting to your daddy-uncle and stay on the farm.
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8:53 am
It’s a joke no matter the intention.
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4:52 pm
I would’ve recognized the Bonaroo Boneroom.
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4:54 pm
Seriously, who reads this stuff, and moreover who actually believes any of it?
I’ve most likely been Straight Edge as long (and most likely longer) than many of you here have purported to be christians! Where do you get this fake information? I have to say that I’m disgusted at the blatant misrepresentation of Straight Edge that is this article.
In all honesty I don’t even care because it’s beyond ludicrous anyway.
Stands to reason, it goes hand-in-hand with the rest of this site.
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5:02 pm
I can’t belive you didn’t metion the Devil Worshiping Satanic Black Masses that Straight Edgers hold on Friday s and Saturdays at Midnight You know that they sacrifice Black Cats at these masses and then go to McDonalds and chow down on bugers and shakes after
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5:38 pm
this article it’s totally bullshit….
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6:11 pm
Sad, very sad… im from Mexico City and is very sad hear things like that. Maybe we need say a little about christ and how all the people who follow an image, and use that to bleed the money of the ignorants. Here in Mexico use your god to rape kids… and when we say that, change their “peaceful attitude” to a “gang attitude” using everything to fight “for your believes”.
Here en Mexico the church are united with the government, and use all the power, and all the money (maybe your god says about ask for the money of the people who search a kind of spiritual shelter…), and have all the priorities, including the police squads. Can i write, and write about the constant pedophilia inside the “sons of god, the sheeps of jesus”. But maybe you can send me a “truth squad” to silence me.
Live and let live! Straight edge for life, drug free!
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6:22 pm
Wow this is the most ridiculously absurd pile of lies I’ve read in a LONG TIME, how about you try not to bear false witness buddy? The principles of straight edge are to ABSTAIN from drugs, alcohol and promiscuous sex (not to be confused with premarital sex like a few people have said). Not only do straight edge people abstain from drugs, many DESPISE them and the usage of them. To say that a straight edge person does the things you’re claiming is the equivalent of you being accused of sacrificing virgins to Satan. This is blatantly incorrect and I honestly hope it’s a joke because I really don’t know how you could be so flagrantly wrong.
The X symbol? Absolutely NOTHING to do with sexual preferences, drug preference or whatever you’re assuming. The X stems from a band called the Teen Idols that were touring in 1980 and tried to play in a bar that they weren’t old enough to play in, to let them play, the bar marked them with X’s on their hands so the staff would know not to serve them alcohol. They took it home and applied it to local concerts and it expanded from there to eventually become the trademark of straight edge. People with tattoos of Xs abstain from drug use, alcoholism and all the substances people these days rely on as crutches.
Furthermore straight edge is not a “gang” by any means. Yes, there are militant people but as already stated on here, militant or “hardline” edge kids are regarded similarly to Westborough, sure they share similar fundamental beliefs but they take it completely out of control. Straight edge also has no “sexual” disposition, there’s no majority of straight or gay or whatever of people that claim edge. People just do it, because they DON’T want to get high or drunk, not because they’re gay. While there is absolutely nothing wrong with being gay (don’t even argue with me, if you’d read the bible more than selectively and knew how to read contextually you might come across Hebrews 7:13 and Romans 6:14 and know better), that’s not what straight edge is about. On top of all this, no straight edge person is a vegetarian or vegan to intensify a high, because… you know. They don’t do drugs (how much more do I have to beat this dead horse?). It is either out of concern for animals and to prevent animal cruelty or for dietary reasons. You’ve got some imagination man…
Every single thing you’ve said is a completely outrageous lie. Straight edge is about living an intentional life, free of crutches and substance abuse. We don’t use drugs, we don’t engage in promiscuous sex, we don’t drink, hell, we don’t even smoke cigarettes. Congrats, you’re completely misinformed and look like a total imbecile. How dare you try to spread such ignorantly false statements against something that is such much more than the incredulous nonsense you’re spouting. And for the record, I personally am straight edge and am saved, although I won’t call myself a christian because people like you are a disgrace to faith and I refuse to associate with you. Get educated.
Obviously we like to do all the drugs ever. Try to know what you’re talking about next time.
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11:02 pm
You’re fooling nobody with your propaganda. On top of being a godless gangbanger, you and your disciples are surely some kind of fascist communists. I can tell.
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11:38 pm
monkey let it go holding onto the past will ruin your future
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6:49 pm
All of you people getting heated crack me up. Do you honestly thinking the author is being serious?! c’mon, assholes- take a joke!
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7:24 pm
ASU KONTOLLOYO FUCK TO JESUS.. JESUS IN MY ASS
JESUS IT’S A BASTARD
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7:25 pm
KONTOL BUSUK , DSAR ANAK LONTE MEMEK BUSUK
IDBUSUK
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7:29 pm
atas gue anjing
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7:31 pm
ATAS GUA ANAK PEREK BAPAK LO TUKANG NGENTOT PEREK NJING BABI JALANG ASU NYOKAP LO TUKANG NGEWE
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7:37 pm
atas gua peranakan perek hasil kimpoi silang ama babi
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7:56 pm
for the cave Peranakan slut pig outcome similar cross mating? sorry, had to use google translate, I’m not good with indonesian
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12:17 am
Clearly you are possessed by demons and speaking in tongues. Seek shelter in an evangelist church and ask for a ritual cleansing.
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7:46 pm
Derka derka bingty bingty bing a boo boo boo
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9:31 pm
Okay. Firsst off. You’re all stupid for believing this.
Straight edgers are AGAINST drugs, alcohol, and sex. Hence the X.X.X.
Not all of them are voilent. That depends on the person themself.
So go ahead and Hate on them. Even though they could be out raping people. Drinking. Or doing drugs. Insted that pick a good path and are hated for it.
And, most the edgers I know, ARE CHRISTIANS!
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9:38 pm
they say the opposite of what they do i think we pretty much already cleared this up
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10:22 pm
Mr. Grammer,
We will explore the lies and hypocrisy of the Straight Edge lifestyle from a Scriptural point-of-view on Sunday’s radio program.
And we will touch on what Jesus would say about the violence and the home sexual initiation rites.
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10:34 pm
The only one lying about it is you Harold, and I swear if you can me a man one more time I will call in your radio show and give you a piece of my mind
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10:44 pm
Son,
“Can me a man” must be awfully depraved.
I am not your procurer.
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10:49 pm
It’s a typo for call, typing on a phone here! So quit calling me man, son, young man. I am a woman, lady or young woman.
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10:56 pm
Shannahan,
“I am a woman, lady or young woman.”
Is it any wonder everyone here is confused about your gender. You don’t even seem to know.
Shannon is a venerated name from the Bible and means “the manliest of men.”
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10:59 pm
I know what I am! A woman, and I don’t care what your bible says about my name it does not change my gender, female
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11:04 pm
Young woman,
Then I apologize.
There are a number of Shannie on this site – especially in our Members Only section.
They are all men.
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11:10 pm
Well then as long as you keep me straight I will accept your apology
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11:25 pm
Only Jesus can keep you straight!
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11:32 pm
Well he’s not doing a very good job with you than you cannot lee anything straight
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11:35 pm
Shane is a girl? I’m sorry about that, my mistake.
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11:41 pm
Shannon, Hank my name is Shannon and yes as I’ve said many times I’m female
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10:42 pm
I don’t cae if you think i have bad grammer or not i just type it as i think it.Also you need to stop insulting other people by saying their the gender they are obviusly not.
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10:49 pm
Young man,
What are you prattling on about?
My comment was for Kelsey Grammer. He is one of the few Christian Republicans in Hollywood, and a frequent guest on our radio program, and frequent visitor to this site.
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10:53 pm
im sorry i didnt know that man and from previus places people would say mr.grammer if you did somethingg wrong grammer wise
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10:55 pm
Kelsey Grammer married well.
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9:13 pm
Lmao. Ya’ll talk about SHANNON’S NAME! A guy named KELSEY?! Hahahaha.
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10:48 pm
Please include a full description of these rites you speak of.
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11:20 pm
look up bible black ep 1 thats a satanic ritual if there ever was one
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9:38 pm
I’m straight edge, and I thought this article was hilarious. Everyone getting all cranky about it needs to relax and stop being so easily offended. Do you people understand the concept of satire?
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8:49 am
I am not giving this idiot credit for intelligence enough to be satirical.
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9:57 pm
Then you clearly don’t understand satire. The whole point is to annoy people, and obviously, it worked.
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2:23 pm
I am only trying to inform the public of the dangers that may lay ahead. If you prosecute me on the internet cross, that is fine. I will be back, just like Jesus.
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10:45 pm
this couldnt be any more farther from the truth of what straight edge actually is. if anything straight edge is the complete opposite of what is written. this is close minded and entirely wrong. 1st of all its called a sleeve genius. not a steve. and its a form of art. christias too have tattoos does that make them some kind of homosexua as well? This entire writing is complete and utter bullshit … no wonder people frown against christians. They will believe anything they read. A tattoo is a form of expression. As is the cross most people on this website wear. And is it very christianly to wear a necklace of a gun? A crack pipe? Because a cross is what ur jesus died on. … another form of causing death is it not? So why don’tyou all rade the crosses in for a hand gun on a necklace with a roman behind it … maybe
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11:44 pm
Andie,
Thank you. Your comment helps to clear up this controversy very nicely; “straight edge is the complete opposite of what is written.”
By that I assume you mean the opposite of what is written in the Bible. Satan also uses the exact same language in comparing his truth to the Bible.
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11:54 pm
again with the twisting of others words i see
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11:58 pm
Madame,
I don’t see how I could have possibly twisted the young woman’s words. Did I mis-translate?
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12:01 am
…did you just call me madame? when did i ever say i was a girl? also by the complete opposite he meant of the article all these comments are for
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12:08 am
My apologies,
In Members-only mode we only see an avatar that is either pink or blue depending on the genderfication of the poster, along with either Crosses or Blivets.
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12:12 am
i havent made account yet -_-
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12:13 am
You will have all of eternity for that!
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12:21 am
“will we burn in the fire of a thousand suns for the sins of our hand’for the ins of of our young,or for the sins of our tounge?”the cataclyst by linkin park i think this sums up alot of what you guys may be feeling and why you want to change the world so much
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11:16 pm
CHRISTIANS TO THE LIONS
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11:44 pm
Can’t be thankful enough for the warning, I’ll definitely be looking for these members of the Straight Edge gang with their arm Steves.
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8:47 am
sheep.
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3:15 am
SILENCE! All of you. I’m God and I say you’re all wrong and I’m right. Condemn me and I will banish you all to the fiery depths of Hell with Judas, Brutus, and Cassius. Harold Camping, you’re going to hell for impersonating (breaking the first commandment) me by “predicting” the “end of humanity” when only I DECIDE! THAT IS MY DECISION AND NOT YOUR’S YOU MORTAL SWINE! DO NOT ACT LIKE A FALSE PROPHET! WHAT DO YOU SAY I AM? I AM THE FATHER, SON, HOLY GHOST! I AM YOUR CREATOR. THIS WEBSITE IS BLASPHEMY! I HAVE A SPECIAL PLACE IN HELL FOR ALL OF YOU!
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7:48 am
This has got to be one of the funniest articles I have read in awhile. While I do give you credit for one thing. There is something called “Straight Edge” the rest is pretty much a bit “Fairly Unbalanced”.
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8:45 am
You might actually be the stupidest, most mendacious Christ-twister on the planet. You’re in for a big ole surprise when you die and find out how God may really feel about things.
It’s disgusting to watch so-called “Christians” lie about other people, and presume to know the word and mind of God. The Bible was written by humans for the same reason as any other religion- to control the society its inflicted upon. Good luck, ass****: you’re going to need it.
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9:30 am
Clearly the work of the devil.
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9:39 am
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Christwire
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9:40 am
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Christwire
Christwire is a satirical website that publishes blog style articles that highlight perceived excesses of Un-christlike hypocritical Christian conservatives.[1][2][3][4] [5]
Like similar satire websites, Christwire’s stories have sometimes erroneously been taken at face value.[2] This may be an example of “Poe’s law”, an adage regarding the difficulty of distinguishing some parodies from serious material.
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9:46 am
this shity article shows how stupid all those christians and belivers are. fuck the church and fuck this author. i would punch him if i would know who he is.
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9:59 am
*Shitty, *believers, *I would punch him if *I *knew who he *was. This website is satire and you are an idiot.
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2:08 pm
Where do you live? I travel a lot and we can maybe have a scuffle sometime soon.
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10:56 am
hilarious article. you guys dont understand its satirical? you guys dont understand that YOUR COMMENTS raging at this fake article ist the main attraction? YOU GUYS GOT PUNK’D
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11:39 am
10/10 – Great article! Successful troll is successful!
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11:56 am
Straight edge and Christianity. Perfect together… Perfect for assholes.
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2:14 pm
Thank you for enlightenating me, God bless and keep you safety, I hope scurge like this not got a feet hold in my beloved Pakistan, zindabad.
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2:20 pm
Funny article. Christianity, Hot Topic, Wiccans and most of the comments on here are retarded. Good work.
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4:01 pm
Hahaha, if this were a real post, the author would’ve gotten jumpe by the “kind spirited indviduals.”
TRUTH! TRUTH!
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5:03 pm
This article is the equivalent of saying Christians worship Satan. Are you really that dumb?
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5:23 pm
This page has such ignorance on both sides of the spectrum. Clearly many people won’t understand.. but since I grew up in a family of 100+ devout Christians and then discovered punk rock (must be because I am a degenerate punk), hardcore, and metal…
I’m just going to assume there’s a lot of fake posting, trolling, and ignorant morons saying half of these comments..because nobody in my family is stupid enough to think anything remotely close to what was assumed in the original article about straight edge. They also.. don’t care.
Generalizing about misinformed/idiotic “Christians” is almost as bad as accusing straight edge of being a gang (which is something I thought that we had all moved past from after the news reports on SLC straight edge years ago).
Also LOL at the author saying vegetarians don’t want “real food” in their system. THIS HAS GOT TO BE A FAKE ARTICLE. (good job troll)
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5:34 pm
wow you guys really are crazy. My EDGE CHRISTAN (non catholic friend) does not drink. This is the worst investigative journalisim I have ever heard of.
Faith over facts and citations.
IDIOTS!!!
keep imagining and judging, these straight edge kids are better christians than you’ll ever be.
oh and it DID start from that minor threat song. They were sick of the people that surrounded them. It’s called a movement, they can start from anything, and they usually start from artist.
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5:42 pm
oh now I see that this is a site for bullshit. I get it… lame, who actually reads this? What if kids fall upon this bs and believe it? I guess that would be like someone thinking the Onion articles were real.. *sigh OHH internet.
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10:48 pm
This is pure gold. Thanks for this article, Christwire. This is irrefutable proof that Straight Edgers have absolutely no sense of humour and are 100% incapable of detecting irony or sarcasm. Maybe if they smoked a joint and got rid of their sexual frustrations with prostitutes they would be able to detect such things. Straight Edge is just religious fundamentalism with less meat, less wine and less Jesus.
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3:08 pm
Hahaha this is fucking great ^.^
biggest amount of bullshit i’ve ever read in my entire life
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3:56 pm
this is honestly the most retarded and disrespectful thing ive ever read. everything in the article is a lie. and anyone of you christ loving cunts who agrees and believes this. you should just kill yourself now. being SxE is about not doing drugs or drinking Alcohol. No pills, tabacoo, any kind of alcohol at all. “Edge watch” is when you watch a struggling SxE friend so they dont “Break Edge” by drinking or doing any kind of drugs. now im not Sxe nor am i a “Christian”. i believe in the whole Jesus Christ thing, but this is pure fucking bullshit. if you self righteous, Christ cock sucking fuckers honestly believe this. then you are damned to burn in hell when you die. and its called a “Sleeve” not a Steve you fucking cunts. its called a sleeve because itt covers the whole are like a shirt sleeve. the “ears holding large plates” are called plugs and there get that way by Gauging or Streching your ears. Tattoos are not a sin, no where in the bible does it say they are, same with body piercings. it does say our bodys are god temples, but that doesnt me we shouldnt have own specially designed temples does it? does Christ have no originality? You can all kill yourselves for this bullshit. – Jake Gainey.
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4:43 pm
First things first who ever wrote this article please email me with a link as to where you got your info. second I personally am straightedge, with that being said let me tell you what its really all about to be edge. Being edge means that you stay away from drugs and alcohol and do not engage in random sexual acts with people. Its not about doing drugs and all the other bull shit you put up! I read this and got angry because when I claim edge to people, which by the way i have gotten in physical fights with some of my best friends because i was claiming edge and lost those friends, I represent the exact opposite you ignorant (insert your own insult here). How fucking sheltered were you that you dont understand or have even ever heard of someone being SxE or not understand what a sleeve of tatoos are? Being SxE is in a way some of what your religion talks about and preaches respecting your self and gods temple aka your body. so please tell me where you got your info from cuz I would love to tell that fucking moron that he is wrong as well! XSTRAIGHTXEDGEX FOR LIFE and by that i dont mean i get wasted and have sex with dudes I mean that I have no drugs no alcohol in my body and that I only have sex with the girl I love not random ass chicks that i meet random places. Become better informed before you post shit you ignorant fuck!
P.s. Usually I leave ignorant internet ass clowns alone but you pretty much just insulted what I stand for!
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9:38 pm
What is your email address? I have oodles and oodles of research.
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9:43 pm
Charles, send it to me. sutured.heart@yahoo.com
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9:48 pm
If you are depressed about the sperm caked image presented to you when you look in the mirror after one of your Straight Edge festivals, you can find solace in the arms of The Lord. While eternal life is reserved for those who have not partaken of the homogay lifestyle, you may still find a warmth in your heart from the light Our Lord shines down upon us all – until the eternal damnation that waits for you due to your horrendous sins.
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6:50 pm
”Their code of conduct is audacious and they are super violent as well as super home sexual.” What is Home Sexual? Is that like Home Schooling and do your parents teach that too?
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7:07 pm
wow im 13 and even i know that the “x” on the hand means you paid to get in. you people are retarded go ahead call me a homo.
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9:06 am
Your parents should be ashamed for allowing a 13 year old child access to the internet. You need to report them to the Child Abuse agency in your state/territory.
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9:32 am
Possibly the worst, most uninformed , misguided article on straight edge I have ever had the displeasure in reading. My favorite quote: “They prey on the innocent youths of the world and trick them into being their sex and drug partners. ” Wow.
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3:44 pm
Hahahahahahahahaha! This is the most ignorant article I have ever read. Is this a joke? I laughed my entire way through. A steve? Hahahahaha.
Just because you disagree with someone’s lifestyle does not make you better. You’re even more damned if you are self righteous.
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7:14 pm
This is a joke, right? What a moron. hahahahaha
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1:14 pm
Time for a Vegan Straight Edge kid with an IQ that is higher than room temperature to chime in.
ATTENTION STRAIGHT EDGE MEAT HEADS:
This article is a JOKE. It is NOT (I repeat) is NOT meant to be taken seriously. It is a writing style known by academics as SATIRE. I was going to tell you to look it up in the dictionary, but I forgot that you guys don’t know how to use those. So I’ll just give you the definition here.
Satire:
noun
The use of humor, irony, or ridicule to expose and criticize people’s stupidity and vices, especially in the context of contemporary politics.
It’s also hysterical, ya morons! Lighten up or start using your sobriety to be pissed about something that actually matters!
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5:00 pm
Hahaha, what a funny article
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6:02 pm
Whoever did the research for this article clearly looked at the wrong websites, probably Wikipedia.
Look I’m Straight Edge and have been for three years. It’s not a gang because I’ve never met another Edger face to face (I live in a sleepy, no-population UK town). I’m a Reborn Christian, I work in childcare, I donate to Charity, I’m not violent or hateful.
To whoever started this article, I don’t wholey blame you. You found some bad rep on websites, that’s understandable. But you shouldn’t post this kind of thing on a big website until you’ve spoken to the people who’ve lived through Straight Edge.
S/E has done nothing but good things for me and honestly, Straight Edge saved my life. Think about that.
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7:22 am
I don’t even know where to start. But here is an obvious one.
It’s not a “STEVE” or a “BARNABY” or “CHARLES”.
When someone has their arm covered in tattoos it’s called…..wait for it……A SLEEVE.
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like a shirt. The real problem is that you may have been accepted into ANY college after writing (barely) this. Good luck. Hopefully you’ll take out lots of student loans and pay them back for the next 30 years and stimulate (is that gay?) the economy.
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7:37 am
If your intention is to “stimulate” someone with your “steve,” then yes, I would say that is pretty homogay of you. That is certainly not the intention of this article’s author though. This young man was simply asking advice via a Christian forum for dealing with the vileness he was exposed to, and you berate him? I think you need a good dose of church!
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9:50 am
Mr. Clown, I am simply informing the Christian population of the certain dangers in our modern day society. If my writing style is offensive to you, then please refrain from reading it in the future.
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2:54 pm
you’re lying to people. your article is 100% bullshit. and the saddest part is the people read what you have to say, without doing any research themselves, believe you.
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3:09 pm
This is by far the dumbest piece of shit “author” i have ever come across. Anyone who thinks straight edge is anything else other than a choice that will only positively affect ones life is a ignorant human being. Fuck this whole article and fuck everyone who sides with it. You people are ridiculous.
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3:11 pm
Informing him on the dangers of society? What about being drug free alcohol free and against promiscuity is a danger to society? Charles Williams you are an ignorant fuck.
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3:23 am
Straight edge are those who refrain from using alcohol, tobacco, and recreational drugs. For some, this extends to not engaging in promiscuous sex, following a vegetarian or vegan diet, and not using caffeine or prescription drugs.
Get your facts right before you report them.
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2:50 pm
this article is completely wrong… COMPLETELY
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9:45 pm
THIS IS SUCH A LIE.
I am a STRONG CHRISTIAN, abstain from sex, drugs and alcohol,eating meat, and live a VERY conservative lifestyle that is by definition, STRAIGHT EDGE.
When people say they are straight edge, they don’t mean they are part of a gang. Straight edge has variations, but always means drinking, drugs and tobacco free. Some also are vegan or vegetarian.
I am the captain of my schools debate team, in Student Advisory council at my school, a leader in my schools history club, and the president of my schools Christian Club.
And I am a professed straight edge student, and proud. Because I am not a gang member. I am a student who is Christian and lives a ethical life. And a LOT of strong Christians who are young call themselves this.
So maybe a gang exists that is called straight edge, but when someone says, I’m straight edge, it means they are abstaining from drugs, alcohol, and tobacco.
It was a trend started in the 80′s to support a tough lifestyle where people didn’t NEED to be high to be cool, or have fun. It’s about self liberation, and a lot of Christians call themselves this because it tells young people who know the jargon what they abstain from in a quick fashion.
I really hope you guys trust me, I’m telling the truth. Research this on your own and you’ll understand that it isn’t a gang. AT ALL.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Straight_edge
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11:41 pm
I think somebody was messing with this kid who wrote this article. He is obviously misinformed! I have, nor, have I ever been straight-edge, but I have a lot of respect for those who keep to it. It is a movement of clean living kids that started in the early 80′s that some members of certain hardcore bands like minor threat. They abstain from drugs, alcohol, and promiscuous sex. Some choose not to have sex until they are married, others don’t, and some even abstain from eating meat, caffeine, other animal products (veganism), etc. Most of the straight edgers I have met are into hardcore bands and/or punk rock. They love going to shows and are generally open and excepting people. It is certainly not a gang, although, I have heard of some straight-edgers that are more hard line messing with kids who do choose to drink, do drugs, etc. In general, all the people who I know who are straight edge (with a few exceptions to those who haven’t kept it up) treat it as a personal ethos to live by. They just do not want to poison their bodies with drugs, alcohol, etc. Hopefully comments like this shed some light on what straight-edge actually is. It is not a gang it is a lifestyle.
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11:22 am
fuck christianty. it’ should just be called insanity the narrowminded comments coming about gay people and straight edge. I wish I had a gun to remove the earth of the evil know as christianity.
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11:28 pm
Is this a joke or not?
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11:35 pm
This has to be the most ignorant and stupid thing I have ever read to say the least. Straight edge is a lifestyle to where you don’t drink, don’t do drugs, and don’t have per-marital sex. Where the hell did you do your research?! You could have found a better answer on wikipedia!
-Sincerly,
Pissed off christian that thinks you should go repent and do more research before you get recruited into this ‘gang’
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1:40 am
…Um, does no one get that this is the best troll site ever?
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2:34 am
who ever wrote this shit is a fool.you obviously have no clue of what your talking about.take you nosy ass out of things that dont concern you.dont believe all shit you see on the internet do better research you dumbass.like i said go somwhere else and talk about the shit and not shit you dont know. xEDGExLIFEx
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11:55 pm
You really did your research, you are a very smart person. JK lolz. You are impressively clueless. At first I thought this was a joke, it really sounds like internet trolling. It’s hard to believe you’re this naive. It blows me away that people like you can function in “real life”. Try going out of your house (church, youth group, etc doesn’t count). Best of luck you need it.
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1:14 am
dude “ears holding large plates caged” im pretty sure you mean ears that are gauged.
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8:09 pm
This is a perfect example of how someone can manipulate things into their own way and post it on the web. It’s a fact that this person hasn’t done any research, and yet, calling himself a “devout christian” would lie and pretty much try to get into the heads of people thinking that he’s way is the right way, and so call it “God’s way”.
The Straight Edge movement started in the 1980′s. only 3 Edge bands, SSDecontrol, Dept. of youth services(DYS) and Minor threat. The movement didn’t really kick off until the band the “youth of today”. with that they also, along with many bands, spoke out against drinking, taking drugs, eating meat, Nazism, Fascism, Homophobia, pretty much anything that had to do with the harming of people. A person can say that they looked out for people, they didn’t care who another person is, they, along with many other bands were about uniting people. its a community of people that come together for the positive aspects of living a clean life, making positive choices, and being happy. People wear the X as a symbol of honor, to show people that they don’t need to indulge in what society makes them to do. Jesus Drank wine, the man wasn’t exactly perfect himself. with anything there will be factions that cause violence, one is FSU. who knows they claim, many claim that they are edge, and many of them don’t claim it because they are not. you know there are a lot of horrible things done in the name of god. but no one wants to point them out. The Straight Edge is a philosophy of the young generation. there are people that are vegan because they are allergic to meats or anything that has to do with any kind of animal products. or they don’t want introduce into their bodies all the chemicals that are introduces into our food supply. a healthy way of living, so sorry if someone likes their fruits and veggies more than slabs of meat.
The Straight Edge is term, it’s not a gang. MS-13, 18th Street, La Eme, Latin Kings, those are streets gangs, and most times influenced by the racial gangs inside the prison system.
The Straight Edge is revolved around the hardcore punk music. for most kids it’s a release, kids feel more welcomed at hardcore show, then they do with their families. H20 is a perfect example, of PMA positive mental attitude.
http://www.onelifeonechance.com/
People know see the straight edge on tv shows like WWE, which is stupid, a scripted way to make money off a gimmick.
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