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July 31, 2005
The Haters and Latoyia
"My point is that this is not national news by any measure. As I've said elsewhere, this woman's best friend says she could have been harmed by any one of the scores of guys by whom she's getting long stroked. This is a woman who leads a dangerous and unconventional lifestyle in a high crime area, and is now missing--big surprise. The Natalee Holloway case, by contrast, is national news because it involves a beautiful, articulate young girl who received a full scholarship to college who turns up missing at an island beach resort where there has been 1 murder in all of 2004. Big, big difference. The radical bedwetters picked the wrong case to make their point and used really poor judgment.

POSSIBLE SUSPECTS: Baby Fatha No. 1; Baby Fatha No. 2.; Guys she's messing wit (see best friend of LaToyia to try to narrow the field); Other woman pregnant by Baby Fatha No. 2 who kicked LaToyia in pregnant stomach.

Do you not want to throw-up from this garbage. These people live like savages and then you sit here being an apologist for them saying they deserve "MORE" news coverage. Are you kidding me?

A POSSIBLE LEAD IN THE CASE:

"Neither of them (LaToyia or Baby Fatha No. 2) had the money to pay the $35 insurance co-pay (to check the baby's health), so they left the hospital and drove back to southwest Philadelphia, police said.

Before heading back to his place, the pair stopped off for some fried food at a seafood-takeout restaurant."

"So, they didn't have enough money collectively to pay for a $35 co-pay, so they decided to get down on some greasy fish sticks and fries. This makes my point. Nothing that happens with these irresponsible people, in this war zone of a neighborhood, should surprise anyone. Hence, it's not national news."


Commenter Michael in comments to this post.

Congratulations Mike! At least you managed to avoid pointing out the Natalee is white. Other than that, you basically said that because Latoyia allegedly lived a lifestyle that you don't approve of, that her value as a human being, and that of her unborn child, who has no "record," alleged or otherwise, is somehow less important than Natalee's.

That is a crock.

EVERY Life has value, and this is not just about Latoyia and Natalee. It is about a sad record by the Major Media of covering infinitum, cases involving attractive white girls and women, while ignoring missing minorities.

Frankly some of your comments are extremely racist in nature:

"So, they didn't have enough money collectively to pay for a $35 co-pay, so they decided to get down on some greasy fish sticks and fries. This makes my point. Nothing that happens with these irresponsible people, in this war zone of a neighborhood, should surprise anyone. Hence, it's not national news."

There is a big difference between $35 for poor people, and $10 worth of fast food. But that is not the point... "These irresponsible people?" Please... What the hell is that supposed to mean?

Finally, why does it upset you so much that Bloggers are trying to help this person and her family?

You make comments about how press interviews with Latoyia's father were embarrassing to minorities.

You spoke about how illiterate he was.... Did you see the interview with the Dad of the little girl from Florida, who was raped and murdered by a child molester a while back? I did not see the interview with Latoyia's father, but I would guess that he was no more illiterate than that little girl's father. Did you see that interview and think, "Jesus, this guy is making all us White Folk look bad?" What I saw was a father in great pain, and I hurt for him, just as I hurt for the Parents of Natalee and Latoyia.

There is room in the National Press for both of these Young Women. Get off your high horse and either help or shut up and let those who want to, to do so.

Posted by David A at July 31, 2005 12:56 PM
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LATOYIA FIGUEROA HYPOCRISY:

Latyoia's case is one of favortism, just like you bedwetters complain about. Her cousin is a Philadelphia City Councilman. Nowhere in the history of Philadelphia has there ever been a case where scores of police officers search a park. What about all the other minority women who don't have cousins on the city council? What about the poor, beautiful white girl from Cali who has been missing for 2 months--do you know her name? Pure hypocrisy. And, the father in Florida was far more literate and dignified. LaToyia's father said he met the guy who got her pregnant once, and didn't even know his name. Her mother died, just as she probably did, because she led the same dangerous lifestyle as LaToyia. Being an apologist for this woman and her dangerous lifestyle only perpetuates the viscious cycle. God Save her daughter.

Posted by: Mike at July 31, 2005 02:06 PM

Dude, you are obsessed aren't you? Why do you hate Latoyia so much? And what is the obsessing with bedwetting? Do you have that problem? Did you have it as a child? Did a Latino or Black person hurt you at some time in your life? Did you get rejected by a pretty girl who you in trun saw as a "whore," for that rejection? What exactly IS your problem. If I, and other bloggers choose to try and help, what is your problem with that. Will you somehow feel vindicated if/when she is found Dead? As for the Father in Florida, like I said, I did not see Latoyia's father and friends, so I have no point of comparrison, but he was an illiterate redneck, and this did not make his case, or his pain, any less important to me.
So what exactly IS your point, other than your rabbid hatred for someone who I suspect you dont even know?

Posted by: David Anderson at July 31, 2005 02:54 PM

Little guy:

First, I'd suggest you get a copy of Webster's Dictionary and Strunk & White. Your spelling and grammar are terrible.

In any event, the point is that LaToyia's case is one of hypocrisy of the highest order. Her case is receiving preferential treatment because her cousin is on city council. It's a slap in the face to the families of other missing people in Philadelphia and elsewhere.

The point is this--disparaging the Natalee Holloway case to propel some inane political agenda, by using some piece of garbage like LaToyia, is fundamentally wrong.

Know your role little man, and get an education.

Posted by: Mike at July 31, 2005 03:15 PM

Little guy? LMAO, obviously you have not seen my picture! As for the grammar and spelling, whatever, I dont compose web post in Word, or sit here obsessively with Elements of Style as I write. That is a strawman that has been used often by the arrogant Right in attacking this blog. I wasn't concerned then, and I'm not now. Now back to the point. What do you KNOW about Latoyia that the rest of us don't?

Posted by: David Anderson at July 31, 2005 03:24 PM

It is my view that LaToyia is hopelessly irresponsible and selfish. Every apparent life decision she has made makes that abundantly clear. It is interesting, however, to hear liberal bedwetters talk about the value of life. In any event, the bottom line is this--you people picked the wrong martyr because this woman, and her family, are anything but sympathetic characters. Imagine not having a $35 co-pay, but getting pregnant with another child? Imagine not having the $35 co-pay for your child's prenatal care, and then rather than saving more money, you and Baby Fatha No. 2 go spend it on fried seafood and a pack of Newports. Disgusting.

Posted by: Mike at July 31, 2005 05:30 PM

Dude you have some major hatred/anger issues... Beats the hell out of me with whom you have them, but you do!
I am done with this discussion.

Posted by: David Anderson at July 31, 2005 05:55 PM

That's fine. The national media is done with the issue too because I have pointed out the favoritism, intellectual dishonesty, ugly political motives of those pushing this story, and the reasons why LaToyia is not a sympathetic martyr. I'd also be interested in knowing who is personally collecting the Reward moneys--a bank or an independent accouting firm, and regardless of the custodian, how they are being safekept?

Posted by: Mike at July 31, 2005 06:20 PM

Well, if that is true, I guess you must be pretty happy huh? I imagine you might just ejaculate in your pants if she if found dead huh?
You are one "interesting," individual.

Posted by: David Anderson at July 31, 2005 07:18 PM

Hey, Mikey, that's "monies" not "moneys."Maybe you need to get out your Websters for the spelling and your Strunk and White, emphasis on the "white" in your case.

David, this dude is trolling everywhere spouting this ractist crap. This crazy ranting he does, in effect taking credit for the national media laying off the story "because I have pointed out the favoritism, intellectual dishonesty, and ugly political motives of those pushing this story," is just out of touch with reality. I bet his Labrador retriever talks to him, too.

This story moved forward because bloggers in Philly picked up the charge, the idea spread, and a CNN producer ran with the idea. Little Mikey's reaching WAY FAR when he talks about LaToyia's connection to city council, which I'm not even sure is true.

Mikey, don't bother. We're done with you. Kind of like the rest of the world. That's why you have so much time to be an anonymous racist.

Posted by: Frank at July 31, 2005 09:33 PM

Frank, I realize the guy was starting to get under my skin when I devoted a whole post to his idiotic rants, which is probably what motivated him to continue. I am sure the guy came in his pants.

Posted by: David Anderson at July 31, 2005 11:15 PM

Jeez, David, that's some troll you've got here.

Back to your original subject: I agree that the difference of press in the cases is the racism. What I'd like to see is a middle ground of every missing person being treated like someone worthy of searching for. I'm not keen on this idea of "disposable people" who aren't worth the effort. That's bull.

Anyway, good post! And don't let the snipes about spelling bug you (they don't seem to.) I don't think blogs are about anally perfect writing; they're about communicating. (Ha! If I could only take my own advice...)

Posted by: Wordlackey at August 1, 2005 12:36 AM

In the name of justice, I am obliged to help to disseminate story of a religious persecution ... My apologies for irrelevance.

Breaking News!
Barbaric persecution of an apostate …

The Malaysian authorities are persecuting an ex-Muslim fondly known as Ayah Pin and flattened his religious commune dubbed as Sky Kingdom, which is a quasi-religious commune located in north east Malaysian.

Once Muslim, Forever Slave!
Ayah Pin has publicly renounced his Islamic faith in 1998 but was REJECTED by the state (NB: Apostasy is a capital crime is Malaysia punishable by DEATH!)

The Persecution
In 2001, the Malaysian authorities jailed Ayah Pin for 11 months for attempting to renounce Islam. He is viewed as a security threat and they continue to harass him with all sorts of uncivilized threats befitting the low-life including smashing up the lovely giant teapot and flattening the commune, which they just did yesterday!

Prior to the destruction yesterday, the authorities raided the commune in July, 2005 and detained 45 faithful including a Kiwi, senior citizens and among others, 3 children of Ayah Pin and his 3 wives. I read somewhere; there are kids left behind unattended in commune and while some faithful have to pawn all they have to bail themselves out, the rest are still in custody.

Their crime: Being unIslamic!

As if the arrest was not good enough, mobs made up of some 35 unidentified assailants armed with Molotov cocktails attacked the commune and set the place ablaze …. Assailants attack Ayah Pin's commune with Molotov cocktails! ... I supposed mobs and Molotov cocktails are Islamic.

If you have a comment, please do not hesitate to email me at divinetalk@gamil.com. Alternately, you are welcome to do so at the forum (http://divinetalk.blogspot.com/2005/07/islam-persecution-i.html)

Posted by: La Bona [TypeKey Profile Page] at August 1, 2005 01:56 PM

david, you are an ignorant ass. I feel truly sorry for your wife and kids.

Posted by: terrie at August 2, 2005 03:11 AM

Eh you want to elaborate on my ignorance,or is that just I am ignorant in general? And what exactly are your qualifications to make this assessment?

Posted by: David Anderson at August 2, 2005 10:38 AM

Latoyia is a friend of mine. I drove her and her first and only true love to the emergency room to give birth to their beautiful daughter. Regardless of what is said out of ignorance about Latoyia--she is and has always been a wonderful person. Many times young black women do not have the proper guidance with certain issues, but that does not make them any less than white women. Latoyia has a daughter that she loves and cares for tremendously. Not knowing the status of her being, all negative words slice like razors covered with salt. We all love Latoyia--We all miss Latoyia---COME BACK HOME

If you dont know who she is--you just wouldn't understand. Her life is just as precious as the Pope's or the Virgin Mary. God placed her here on this earth to live and learn--just like every other person who is blessed enough to be born.

Posted by: Gabe at August 4, 2005 07:14 PM

Thanks Gabe for that moving testimonial. I agree with you 100%, and that is why I am joining others in trying to help find her.

Posted by: David Anderson at August 4, 2005 07:19 PM

Thank you for your efforts. It is very hard trying to surf the internet and news stations to find out the status of those efforts. It is a nightmare not knowing. Everyday that passes could be another day subtracted from Latoyia's life. More media attention equals more eyes, and more eyes will equal somebody finding Latoyia.

Always remember that Savage Neighborhoods were created by The Savage Government filled with savage ingorant redneck whites with the same mentality as Mike.

Posted by: Gabe at August 4, 2005 07:38 PM

Before I reply to this idiot's post, let me begin by saying Latoyia is and always will be a friend of mine. Not only was she a good mother, but she was a funny, beautiful woman. She is loved by many people, hence the huge rewards and the minions of people searching for her and praying for her safe return.

Wow. This post proves to me that the Internet is now available in trailers across America. It is extremely appalling to me that some idiot like you is making judgement calls on someone that quite possibly might have lost her life. I, like my brother Gabe, had the pleasure of knowing Toyia for many years. Contrary to your ignorant ass statements, Toyia was just as important as the Halloway girl. Irresponsibe lifestyle? She was a mother that worked 2 jobs to support her daughter. What's irresponsible about that?

Dangerous lifestyle? High Crime area? Well, Mr. Caveman, I am a product of this same area, and I am both very intelligent and successful. Unlike many of your suicidal counterparts, our people are strong and resiliant. Our surroundings do not determine our outcomes.

Your 2nd grade education is extremely evident in your ill-conceived jokes about "fried foods" and "savages". Just remember that daily on Jerry Springer, more than one of your relatives from your trailer park are represented.

I am glad to see that this case is getting national media attention. No one complained when Lacy Peterson's story was on the news daily. I have yet to hear anyone mention anything about being annoyed about Jon Benet Ramsey, whose story is STILL in the news sometimes. Stories like this need to be placed on the news, and need to continue to be covered until they are solved. If you don't like it, turn your little tv off in your double wide, and put your head back up your ass.

Posted by: Raph Baker at August 4, 2005 08:24 PM

You know what! Natalie also put her self in an unsafe situation! Who leaves a bar with guys she barely knows by herself! Doesn't sound like something an articulate, educated girl should do, but she made that mistake. Still what happened to her is not her fault, just like what happened to Latoyia is not her fault. Sometimes bad things just happen. No reason to be insensitive to Latoyia's case just because you are a racist jack ass.
Signed, A white girl from the trailer park

Posted by: Mcagle95 at August 19, 2005 01:10 PM

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