New lawmaker's tattoo has ties to far-right anti-government movement

[TexasTowelie]

CHEYENNE — The Three Percenters movement has gained representation in the Wyoming Legislature — at least symbolically.

A photograph resurfaced this week of freshman Rep. Marshall Burt (L-Green River) that shows a tattoo on his left forearm — the Roman numeral “III” surrounded by 13 stars, above the year 1776. The symbol is commonly associated with a far-right, anti-government movement and the popularization of militia groups.

In a written statement this week, Burt said he is not involved in any militia groups, and got the tattoo because he enjoyed the symbolism of what it stood for.

“I got the tattoo because the American Revolution symbolism appealed to me, and to me it represents my solid commitment to the Second and Tenth Amendment,” Burt wrote. “I have never been a member of a militia group, and I think we have much bigger issues to address, like reducing wasteful spending and getting patients and veterans access to treatments, rather than to dwell on something as minor as a tattoo.”

Read more: https://www.wyofile.com/new-lawmakers-tattoo-has-ties-to-far-right-anti-government-movement/

[Crash2Parties]

1. His statement though...

He believes in the same thing militia groups do, but says he's never been a member.

I notice he doesn't say that he doesn't support them.

[tikka]

2. What absolute BS. There are all sorts of patriot tats and he chose that one for the design?

Being a public official, he should have checked out the tat's symbolism. He probably did and did it anyway.

[RainCaster]

3. Don't let him fool you - he's a Threeper

[Best_man23]

4. I like to say the 3%s

Are just stating their level of brain function, 3%.

This is of course sarcasm, but I like to make fun of them.

[secondwind]

5. The photo of him in a suit...........

I see a very creepy/scary guy.......

Maybe it’s just me...