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I made a mention of the young man who was a hero in the Waffle House shooting. A fellow who has never, at least that I know of, been mentioned on TOTV in anyway, nor by any national leaders, but this warms my heart a bit to know he IS appreciated....

"NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — The Predators gave Nashville a chance to give the man who wrestled an AR-15 rifle away from a gunman at a Waffle House a standing ovation.

James Shaw Jr. met with Nashville coach Peter Laviolette before Game 2 Sunday night of the Predators' Western Conference semifinal with Winnipeg and he was given his own personalized jersey.

The Predators recognized several of the first responders from that deadly shooting a week ago in Nashville. The sold-out crowd gave Shaw a roaring ovation.

Police have credited the 29-year-old Shaw for averting more bloodshed after a gunman opened fire outside the Waffle House and then stormed the restaurant. Four people were killed and four others, including Shaw, were wounded.

Shaw also has raised more than $200,000 for the victims."

Predators honor hero in Waffle House shooting before Game 2 - NY Daily News

He is of the spoiled, "all about me" group.
Yep, James Shaw Jr. is a true hero...in every sense of the word.


And yet, his selfless and heroic actions have been totally ignored on the national stage...by certain folks.


I wonder why?
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Old 05-02-2018, 11:12 AM
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Here is another person who deserves honor.

Sarasota police officer's emotional farewell goes viral - News - Sarasota Herald-Tribune - Sarasota, FL
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Too much of this type of thing is ignored as well. FACT CHECK: Deputy Scott Wood Shooting
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Yes, James Shaw Jr. is quite a remarkable, brave and giving man. He is very deserving of the recognition and accolades he is receiving. Waffle House Hero Raising Money for Victims''' Families | PEOPLE.com
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Yes, James Shaw Jr. is quite a remarkable, brave and giving man. He is very deserving of the recognition and accolades he is receiving. Waffle House Hero Raising Money for Victims''' Families | PEOPLE.com
Yep...he certainly is!


It is revealing however, that we haven't seen any high-level public comments/tweets...about his exceptional heroism.
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Yep...he certainly is!


It is revealing however, that we haven't seen any high-level public comments/tweets...about his exceptional heroism.
I have seen a lot about it, especially on FB. He was on TV with Ellen Ellen Sits Down with Waffle House Hero James Shaw Jr. - YouTube

and may get an invitation to the White House. Waffle House shooting: Hero James Shaw Jr. may get White House invite.

Vice President Pence tweeted about his selfless bravery. Pence tweets thanks to Waffle House hero | TheHill
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"May?"


"VP?"


I rest my case.
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I do understand exactly why you posted this, but I assume you do know he has been doing his job, received money and will have a great pension.

That is not to say he should not be honored for his service, but I find your comparing these two quite......."odd"
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Yep, James Shaw Jr. is a true hero...in every sense of the word.


And yet, his selfless and heroic actions have been totally ignored on the national stage...by certain folks.


I wonder why?
White House talking to Waffle House hero about Trump meeting
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I have seen a lot about it, especially on FB. He was on TV with Ellen Ellen Sits Down with Waffle House Hero James Shaw Jr. - YouTube

and may get an invitation to the White House. Waffle House shooting: Hero James Shaw Jr. may get White House invite.

Vice President Pence tweeted about his selfless bravery. Pence tweets thanks to Waffle House hero | TheHill
He "may" get an invitation?
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Ours is doomed as well.


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Enjoy it while you can. It might be the last generation.


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In your link.

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Trump himself has not tweeted or spoken about Shaw since the incident.
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I think this bears repeating.

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Yep, James Shaw Jr. is a true hero...in every sense of the word.


And yet, his selfless and heroic actions have been totally ignored on the national stage...by certain folks.


I wonder why?
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I think this bears repeating.
With about 20% of the posts in this thread being yours, I think you like to repeat a lot.. lol
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With about 20% of the posts in this thread being yours, I think you like to repeat a lot.. lol
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