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Obama Is Timid Because Progressives Are Timid
Commented Nov 05, 2009 at 09:25:36 in Politics
“Dear Queen, Couldn't agree more.
Reagan had a Democratic Congress for a majority of his 8 years and used the "Bully Pulpit" to get his agenda through. I remember it being said that LBJ used to call congressmen at 2 & 3 in the morning until he got their attention.
Why is Obama trying to apese these lame idiots? He has got to start busting heads? Going to schools to talk about "education" on the evening after a bad election is a bad sign. It is now time he start naming names and explaining to the American people, that love him, just who the bad apples are in Congress. And why are you constantly playing to the Repugs ... they did not elect you ... we did ... Mr President - playing to the middle NEVER works.
You said it best ... "I'm not interested in being a centrist or rushing to the middle, in the sense of just splitting the difference with a radically ideological Bush administration. And that’s how I think we got into trouble in many instances, was we just kept on splitting the difference until you find out you don't stand for anything, you just keep on compromising." -- Barack Obama”
Reagan had a Democratic Congress for a majority of his 8 years and used the "Bully Pulpit" to get his agenda through. I remember it being said that LBJ used to call congressmen at 2 & 3 in the morning until he got their attention.
Why is Obama trying to apese these lame idiots? He has got to start busting heads? Going to schools to talk about "education" on the evening after a bad election is a bad sign. It is now time he start naming names and explaining to the American people, that love him, just who the bad apples are in Congress. And why are you constantly playing to the Repugs ... they did not elect you ... we did ... Mr President - playing to the middle NEVER works.
You said it best ... "I'm not interested in being a centrist or rushing to the middle, in the sense of just splitting the difference with a radically ideological Bush administration. And that’s how I think we got into trouble in many instances, was we just kept on splitting the difference until you find out you don't stand for anything, you just keep on compromising." -- Barack Obama”
BlackQueen40 replied on Nov 06, 2009 at 17:02:32
“Thanks for the reminder of President Obama saying that. Now I wish HE would remember he said that! The American people knew what they were voting for, they knew what his positions were and they elected him on the basis of those promises. It's time he started kicking butt and taking names. He needs to start appealing to the American people just as he did during the campaign. We are with him if he will just get out in front of the Congress and LEAD. When the Republicans start whining about being left out and President Obama gets asked about it, he can say, "Look, I tried to work with them but you've seen them saying NO to everything I want done so there comes a point in time when you just have to decide that if you are going to do what's good for the American people you have to move on by the ones who are blocking your way.".”
Obama Is Timid Because Progressives Are Timid
Commented Nov 04, 2009 at 20:07:48 in Politics
“Please - this has become a matter of complete urgency!!!
If any one can locate the following candidate that said the following statement could you be so kind and please notify the American people. He seems to be missing.
"I'm not interested in being a centrist or rushing to the middle, in the sense of just splitting the difference with a radically ideological Bush administration. And that’s how I think we got into trouble in many instances, was we just kept on splitting the difference until you find out you don't stand for anything, you just keep on compromising."
Only 1 year later ... I had so much hope in this candidate ... but where did he go? There was so much potential there. Such a real shame. I hate milk-toast.”
If any one can locate the following candidate that said the following statement could you be so kind and please notify the American people. He seems to be missing.
"I'm not interested in being a centrist or rushing to the middle, in the sense of just splitting the difference with a radically ideological Bush administration. And that’s how I think we got into trouble in many instances, was we just kept on splitting the difference until you find out you don't stand for anything, you just keep on compromising."
Only 1 year later ... I had so much hope in this candidate ... but where did he go? There was so much potential there. Such a real shame. I hate milk-toast.”
vintagefunk replied on Nov 04, 2009 at 23:11:30
“Obama said that? I'm surprised, since that is his exact modus operandi, as with all moderates.”
mattie wallace replied on Nov 04, 2009 at 22:10:52
“Please, give me a BREAK! go and find BUSH! how dare you try to call out the PRESIDENT! this President has to deal with a bunch of Whining WHITE FOLK'S day in and DAY OUT!
You want to BELITTLE this BLACK MAN! it won't WORK, you want to make him look INAPT! Please, this man has to DEAL with some of the most SELFISH HUMAN BEING'S in AMERICA! guess who they are?
I thank God BLACK'S and HISPANIC'S are having a LITTLE MERCY on the PRESIDENT! for we will not add to his BURDEN! for we know about COMPASSION! and thank God for that!
Gay folk's all over the place CRYING like BABY'S! you people can live in SIN until JESUS come's BACK! MEN wanting to MARRY men! Please!
Now, I refuse to add to his BURDEN! so we have to step back and let you CRY BABY PEOPLE have your way as USUAL! for this is all you know to do! it's time for you people to GROW UP! you make AMERICA look BAD to the other COUNTRY'S!
HUFFINGTON POST! POST my COMMENT! if you can post this COMPLAINER'S COMMENT, you can POST my comment as well!”
You want to BELITTLE this BLACK MAN! it won't WORK, you want to make him look INAPT! Please, this man has to DEAL with some of the most SELFISH HUMAN BEING'S in AMERICA! guess who they are?
I thank God BLACK'S and HISPANIC'S are having a LITTLE MERCY on the PRESIDENT! for we will not add to his BURDEN! for we know about COMPASSION! and thank God for that!
Gay folk's all over the place CRYING like BABY'S! you people can live in SIN until JESUS come's BACK! MEN wanting to MARRY men! Please!
Now, I refuse to add to his BURDEN! so we have to step back and let you CRY BABY PEOPLE have your way as USUAL! for this is all you know to do! it's time for you people to GROW UP! you make AMERICA look BAD to the other COUNTRY'S!
HUFFINGTON POST! POST my COMMENT! if you can post this COMPLAINER'S COMMENT, you can POST my comment as well!”
MegWe replied on Nov 04, 2009 at 20:25:21
“Did you even botgher to read the article? I thought not!
On a positive note: thank you Aaron for a fabulous post! I so agree with your analysis of the reality of the current political climate. I am quite sure that Obama would agree wholeheartedly with you points. Keep writing about this. We need this reasoned approach to get things moving!!!!”
On a positive note: thank you Aaron for a fabulous post! I so agree with your analysis of the reality of the current political climate. I am quite sure that Obama would agree wholeheartedly with you points. Keep writing about this. We need this reasoned approach to get things moving!!!!”
Gay Rights Speech: What Should Obama Say Tonight?
Commented Oct 07, 2009 at 20:01:01 in Politics
“During your campaign for President we heard all the words we needed (or wanted) to hear ...
President Obama, the time for speeches and promises is over ... we need you to act on the commitments you have already made to us:
"It's wrong to have millions of Americans living as SECOND-CLASS CITIZENS in this nation. And I ask for your support in this election so that together we can bring about real change for all LGBT Americans. I WILL NEVER COMPROMISE ON MY COMMITMENT TO EQUAL RIGHTS FOR ALL LGBT AMERICANS.
As your President, I WILL USE THE BULLY PULPIT to urge states to treat same-sex couples with full equality in their family and adoption laws. I support the complete repeal of the Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA). Federal law should not discriminate in any way against gay and lesbian couples, which is precisely what DOMA does.
Americans are yearning for leadership that can empower us to reach for what we know is possible. I believe that we can achieve the goal of full equality for the millions of LGBT people in this country. To do that, WE NEED LEADERSHIP that can appeal to the best parts of the human spirit. JOIN WITH ME, AND I WILL PROVIDE THAT LEADERSHIP.
Together, we will achieve real equality for all Americans, gay and straight alike." -- Barack Obama (February 2008)”
President Obama, the time for speeches and promises is over ... we need you to act on the commitments you have already made to us:
"It's wrong to have millions of Americans living as SECOND-CLASS CITIZENS in this nation. And I ask for your support in this election so that together we can bring about real change for all LGBT Americans. I WILL NEVER COMPROMISE ON MY COMMITMENT TO EQUAL RIGHTS FOR ALL LGBT AMERICANS.
As your President, I WILL USE THE BULLY PULPIT to urge states to treat same-sex couples with full equality in their family and adoption laws. I support the complete repeal of the Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA). Federal law should not discriminate in any way against gay and lesbian couples, which is precisely what DOMA does.
Americans are yearning for leadership that can empower us to reach for what we know is possible. I believe that we can achieve the goal of full equality for the millions of LGBT people in this country. To do that, WE NEED LEADERSHIP that can appeal to the best parts of the human spirit. JOIN WITH ME, AND I WILL PROVIDE THAT LEADERSHIP.
Together, we will achieve real equality for all Americans, gay and straight alike." -- Barack Obama (February 2008)”
pene replied on Oct 07, 2009 at 21:11:01
“exactly...words are cheap....actions speak much louder.”
What Doctors Don't Know About Marshmallows And Happiness
Commented Sep 20, 2009 at 06:19:50 in Living
“This video spread through our office like wildfire ... we even discussed it on-the-air (I work in radio broadcasting here in Europe).
Most thought it was a cute and an interesting experiment ... but strangely, the conclusion here is that Americans are still not put off by what full untethered unchecked of what greed will lead to and the recession has obviously taught the Americans NOTHING.
Don't believe me ... check out the latest findings about Wall Street: They have learned nothing, after the bailouts ... it is business as usual. http://online.wsj.com/article/SB125007909275825709.html#mod=rss_Politics_And_Policy
Strangely, what most saw in the experiment of those children that succeeded: "Greed is good." http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7upG01-XWbY”
Most thought it was a cute and an interesting experiment ... but strangely, the conclusion here is that Americans are still not put off by what full untethered unchecked of what greed will lead to and the recession has obviously taught the Americans NOTHING.
Don't believe me ... check out the latest findings about Wall Street: They have learned nothing, after the bailouts ... it is business as usual. http://online.wsj.com/article/SB125007909275825709.html#mod=rss_Politics_And_Policy
Strangely, what most saw in the experiment of those children that succeeded: "Greed is good." http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7upG01-XWbY”
arabianway replied on Sep 20, 2009 at 12:46:05
“I don't think delayed gratification for one marshmallow can be construed to mean greed. Maybe if they were promised a whole bag..............also, it is quite a stretch to compare small children with a sweet to the conclusion you state that the recession has taught Americans nothing. Anti-American sentiment much?”
Innocent, but Executed
Commented Sep 02, 2009 at 08:24:47 in Politics
“When it comes to being a christian nation I'm always a bit confused. Isn't one of your top 10 rules: Thou shall not kill. (translation: You can not kill.)
After the word "kill" there is a period (.). If I remember my elementary grammar rules - a period (.) meant a "full stop". There is not a comma, semi-colon, the words: "but", "except", "with the exception of" ... there is simply and boldly a PERIOD (.) at the end of that sentence.
Dear christian nation,
What part of "YOU CAN NOT KILL." do you not understand?
"No man ever believes that the Bible means what it says; he is always convinced that it says what he means." -- George Bernard Shaw”
After the word "kill" there is a period (.). If I remember my elementary grammar rules - a period (.) meant a "full stop". There is not a comma, semi-colon, the words: "but", "except", "with the exception of" ... there is simply and boldly a PERIOD (.) at the end of that sentence.
Dear christian nation,
What part of "YOU CAN NOT KILL." do you not understand?
"No man ever believes that the Bible means what it says; he is always convinced that it says what he means." -- George Bernard Shaw”
5wagger replied on Sep 02, 2009 at 14:33:07
“Seriously?
I'm not really a religious person, but even I know that from its original translation it means "Thou shall not Murder".
I think it even falls under common knowledge.”
I'm not really a religious person, but even I know that from its original translation it means "Thou shall not Murder".
I think it even falls under common knowledge.”
Daggett76 replied on Sep 02, 2009 at 14:22:17
“Here is how the Roman Catechism justifies the death penalty:
"Another kind of lawful slaying belongs to the civil authorities, to whom is entrusted power of life and death, by the legal and judicious exercise of which they punish the guilty and protect the innocent. The just use of this power, far from involving the crime of murder, is an act of paramount obedience to this Commandment which prohibits murder. The end of the Commandment is the preservation and security of human life. Now the punishments inflicted by the civil authority, which is the legitimate avenger of crime, naturally tend to this end, since they give security to life by repressing outrage and violence. Hence these words of David: In the morning I put to death all the wicked of the land, that I might cut off all the workers of iniquity from the city of the Lord."
According to this twisted logic, "Thou shalt not kill" means you have to kill those that disobey that commandment. Wow.”
"Another kind of lawful slaying belongs to the civil authorities, to whom is entrusted power of life and death, by the legal and judicious exercise of which they punish the guilty and protect the innocent. The just use of this power, far from involving the crime of murder, is an act of paramount obedience to this Commandment which prohibits murder. The end of the Commandment is the preservation and security of human life. Now the punishments inflicted by the civil authority, which is the legitimate avenger of crime, naturally tend to this end, since they give security to life by repressing outrage and violence. Hence these words of David: In the morning I put to death all the wicked of the land, that I might cut off all the workers of iniquity from the city of the Lord."
According to this twisted logic, "Thou shalt not kill" means you have to kill those that disobey that commandment. Wow.”
parkerfly38 replied on Sep 02, 2009 at 09:21:38
“The same books that say not to commit murder also proscribe mechanisms for the implementing of a legal penalty system that included death as punishment.
Simple-mindedness and cherry-picking of proof texts on their side or ours is useless. When you seek to admonish them by referencing only a small part of a larger tradition, it only makes you look facile.
I would point out that in the Jewish use of the same proof-texts, however, resulted in historically fewer executions, primarily because the folks that would have to order the death and therefore have the blood on their hands.
Some of the most ardent opponents of the death penalty are Christian. Don't make this about them since your understanding of their faith is so limited. Make it about the ethical issues with state-sponsored execution.”
Simple-mindedness and cherry-picking of proof texts on their side or ours is useless. When you seek to admonish them by referencing only a small part of a larger tradition, it only makes you look facile.
I would point out that in the Jewish use of the same proof-texts, however, resulted in historically fewer executions, primarily because the folks that would have to order the death and therefore have the blood on their hands.
Some of the most ardent opponents of the death penalty are Christian. Don't make this about them since your understanding of their faith is so limited. Make it about the ethical issues with state-sponsored execution.”
b1rd67 replied on Sep 02, 2009 at 09:10:59
“I do not support the Death Penalty, but not out of any moral convictions against executing people (some people deserve it). My objection to the death penalty stems from pragmatism (it costs too much), and the exact scenario referenced in this article. We are human, we make mistakes, there are some mistakes that we cannot undo. The neo-cons, who use their "Christian Righteousness" as justification for every evil policy they support , generally do tend to support the death penalty. These same people claim that the government is so incompetent that it can't even be trusted to provide health care for it's citizens, yet 12 random i.dio.ts, who may or may not have even graduated from high school together with a prosecuting attorney and the police department who are just looking to pad their conviction statistics ARE qualified to sentace a person to death... it's ironic!”
b1rd67 replied on Sep 02, 2009 at 09:10:43
“We are NOT a Christian Nation... we may have been hijacked by the Religious Right, but we are NOT a Christian Nation. The evidence for this can be found in the Establishment Clause of the
First Ammendment of the United States Constitution:
"Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances."
...and also in the writings of one of the primary authors of the Consitution:
"[S]hake off all the fears of servile prejudices
under which weak minds are servilely crouched.
Fix reason firmly in her seat, and call to her tribunal
every fact, every opinion.
Question with boldness even the existence of a god
because, if there be one, he must more approve of the
homage of reason than that of blindfolded fear…"
- Thomas Jefferson
...continued”
First Ammendment of the United States Constitution:
"Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances."
...and also in the writings of one of the primary authors of the Consitution:
"[S]hake off all the fears of servile prejudices
under which weak minds are servilely crouched.
Fix reason firmly in her seat, and call to her tribunal
every fact, every opinion.
Question with boldness even the existence of a god
because, if there be one, he must more approve of the
homage of reason than that of blindfolded fear…"
- Thomas Jefferson
...continued”
Lessig: To Overturn Prop 8, Avoid the Courts
Commented Jun 05, 2009 at 21:53:51 in Politics
“Maybe you need to read my post again ... let me refresh you memory:
"As your President, I WILL USE THE BULLY PULPIT to urge states to treat same-sex couples with full equality in their family and adoption laws."
My grandfather used to have a saying: "Stand behind a mule and you may get kicked in the head, you may lose a few teeth - but you will gain a whole lotta sense."
I now have a lot more sense and I'll remember the next time this man asks for my vote because I am going deaf on the amount of silence coming from the White House.”
"As your President, I WILL USE THE BULLY PULPIT to urge states to treat same-sex couples with full equality in their family and adoption laws."
My grandfather used to have a saying: "Stand behind a mule and you may get kicked in the head, you may lose a few teeth - but you will gain a whole lotta sense."
I now have a lot more sense and I'll remember the next time this man asks for my vote because I am going deaf on the amount of silence coming from the White House.”
Lessig: To Overturn Prop 8, Avoid the Courts
Commented May 28, 2009 at 09:36:30 in Politics
“Has anyone taken note that the silence from the White House on this subject is almost deafening ...
"It's wrong to have millions of Americans living as SECOND-CLASS CITIZENS in this nation. And I ASK FOR YOUR SUPPORT IN THIS ELECTION so that together we can bring about real change for all LGBT Americans. I WILL NEVER COMPROMISE ON MY COMMITMENT TO EQUAL RIGHTS FOR ALL LGBT AMERICANS. As your President, I WILL USE THE BULLY PULPIT to urge states to treat same-sex couples with full equality in their family and adoption laws. I support the complete repeal of the Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA). Federal law should not discriminate in any way against gay and lesbian couples, which is precisely what DOMA does. Americans are YEARNING FOR LEADERSHIP that can empower us to reach for what we know is possible. I believe that we can achieve the goal of full equality for the millions of LGBT people in this country. To do that, WE NEED LEADERSHIP that can appeal to the best parts of the human spirit. JOIN WITH ME, AND I WILL PROVIDE THAT LEADERSHIP. Together, we will achieve real equality for all Americans, gay and straight alike.” -- Barack Obama (February 2008)
"In the end, we will remember not the words of our enemies, but the silence of our friends.” -- Martin Luther King Jr.”
"It's wrong to have millions of Americans living as SECOND-CLASS CITIZENS in this nation. And I ASK FOR YOUR SUPPORT IN THIS ELECTION so that together we can bring about real change for all LGBT Americans. I WILL NEVER COMPROMISE ON MY COMMITMENT TO EQUAL RIGHTS FOR ALL LGBT AMERICANS. As your President, I WILL USE THE BULLY PULPIT to urge states to treat same-sex couples with full equality in their family and adoption laws. I support the complete repeal of the Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA). Federal law should not discriminate in any way against gay and lesbian couples, which is precisely what DOMA does. Americans are YEARNING FOR LEADERSHIP that can empower us to reach for what we know is possible. I believe that we can achieve the goal of full equality for the millions of LGBT people in this country. To do that, WE NEED LEADERSHIP that can appeal to the best parts of the human spirit. JOIN WITH ME, AND I WILL PROVIDE THAT LEADERSHIP. Together, we will achieve real equality for all Americans, gay and straight alike.” -- Barack Obama (February 2008)
"In the end, we will remember not the words of our enemies, but the silence of our friends.” -- Martin Luther King Jr.”
Tena replied on May 28, 2009 at 18:55:29
“What is he supposed to do or say about what was totally and completely a matter for a state - California?'
The federal government has nothing to do with this at all - it was voted on in a state and tried in state courts.”
The federal government has nothing to do with this at all - it was voted on in a state and tried in state courts.”
kathy001 replied on May 28, 2009 at 18:06:05
“President Obama can not really say much about a State issue. In this speech he was talking about a Federal law, which is quite different. He's come under serious fire from the GOP for trying to give the States money under the Stimulus Plan - they've freaked out saying that he is usurping State's Rights. Imagine the uproar if he tried to intervene in this election?”
scottowego replied on May 28, 2009 at 10:49:17
“Point well taken. Though I am a supporter of the president I am not surprised by his silence. He played both sides on this issue from the beginning. He also stated that he was against SS Marriage during the campaign. I did not vote for him because of this. I voted for Mr. Nader who was honest and came right out and said he supported SSMarriage. I'm really P@SSED!”
Why Gay Marriage Is Important for All Americans
Commented May 28, 2009 at 06:55:26 in Politics
“And yet, I find it so incredibly ironic that even though "christians" have made this such a core issue to most of their politics and mind-thought that the very person that they follow, namely Christ, remained completely mum on the subject.
If homosexuality is the grand stumbling-block issue for most christians why was their Christ completely silent on the subject?
"There are 6 admonishments in the Bible concerning homosexual activity and our enemies are always throwing them up to us usually in a vicious way and very much out of context.
What they don't want us to remember is that there are 362 admonishments in the Bible concerning heterosexual activity.
I don't mean to imply by this that God doesn't love straight people, only that they seem to require a great deal more supervision." - Lynn Lavner (from Butch Fatale)”
If homosexuality is the grand stumbling-block issue for most christians why was their Christ completely silent on the subject?
"There are 6 admonishments in the Bible concerning homosexual activity and our enemies are always throwing them up to us usually in a vicious way and very much out of context.
What they don't want us to remember is that there are 362 admonishments in the Bible concerning heterosexual activity.
I don't mean to imply by this that God doesn't love straight people, only that they seem to require a great deal more supervision." - Lynn Lavner (from Butch Fatale)”
The Big Gay Chip on My Shoulder
Commented May 28, 2009 at 06:44:46 in Entertainment
“And yet ... again another voice from the fringe school of thought ... the "what ifs" and "what happens ifs"
It is NOT going to happen. period.
Nothing of the sort has taken place in either of the 7 countries where same-sex marriage is legal today.
"The sky will fall!" Show me any evidence of any of this happening anywhere in anyone of those 7 countries thus far. It has NOT.
I can tell you as I keep saying over and over again to my American friends - what will happen is the following scenario:
Two people of the same-sex that are very much in love and willing to make a strong life commitment to one another, to care for one another in all civil and legal matters as one WILL HAVE THE SAME PRIVILEGE ALLOWED to any American ... to be married. period.
Yes, it is that simple and the sky will not fall.”
It is NOT going to happen. period.
Nothing of the sort has taken place in either of the 7 countries where same-sex marriage is legal today.
"The sky will fall!" Show me any evidence of any of this happening anywhere in anyone of those 7 countries thus far. It has NOT.
I can tell you as I keep saying over and over again to my American friends - what will happen is the following scenario:
Two people of the same-sex that are very much in love and willing to make a strong life commitment to one another, to care for one another in all civil and legal matters as one WILL HAVE THE SAME PRIVILEGE ALLOWED to any American ... to be married. period.
Yes, it is that simple and the sky will not fall.”
The Big Gay Chip on My Shoulder
Commented May 28, 2009 at 06:28:50 in Entertainment
“We can go on and on tossing the age-old dispute about "governments and religion ... mixing it up" back and forth till we're blue in the face.
And whether there should be words refering to the great sky-fairy in this or that, or using government services for dispursing letters and prints about the silent grand sky-wizard ... but this settles nothing here in the reality of earth ...
that being the true issue and core question: Should two people of the same-sex that are very much in love and willing to make a strong life commitment to one another, to care for one another in all civil and legal matters as one have the same privileges allowed any other American ... to be married?
"More people have been slaughtered in the name of religion than for any other single reason. That, my friends, that is true perversion." - Harvey Milk”
And whether there should be words refering to the great sky-fairy in this or that, or using government services for dispursing letters and prints about the silent grand sky-wizard ... but this settles nothing here in the reality of earth ...
that being the true issue and core question: Should two people of the same-sex that are very much in love and willing to make a strong life commitment to one another, to care for one another in all civil and legal matters as one have the same privileges allowed any other American ... to be married?
"More people have been slaughtered in the name of religion than for any other single reason. That, my friends, that is true perversion." - Harvey Milk”
The Big Gay Chip on My Shoulder
Commented May 27, 2009 at 21:48:33 in Entertainment
“This is again the fringe school of the thinking ... and the next thing you'll know we'll have marriage ceremonies for zebras and giraffes, kangaroos and koalas ... stop it now, you make yourself look ridiculous.
We had that same silly little small mindedness here in Europe that if this were allowed all hell would break loose and no telling where this would all lead to. "The sky will fall, the sky will fall!" and since early 2001 (Netherlands) nothing has changed. Just as expected - two people very much in love and willing to make a strong commitment to one another - have gotten married. The sky has not fallen, zebras and giraffes, kangaroos and koalas are not getting married.
The next time you're ever visiting your northern neighbour, Canada, ask if polygamy or incest or inter-species sex or pedophilia suddenly took a sudden upturn since 2005 when same-sex marriages were legalized there. You may be surprised by the answer - nothing out of the ordinary has changed ... two people of the same-sex that are very much in love and willing to make a strong commitment to one another - have gotten married.”
We had that same silly little small mindedness here in Europe that if this were allowed all hell would break loose and no telling where this would all lead to. "The sky will fall, the sky will fall!" and since early 2001 (Netherlands) nothing has changed. Just as expected - two people very much in love and willing to make a strong commitment to one another - have gotten married. The sky has not fallen, zebras and giraffes, kangaroos and koalas are not getting married.
The next time you're ever visiting your northern neighbour, Canada, ask if polygamy or incest or inter-species sex or pedophilia suddenly took a sudden upturn since 2005 when same-sex marriages were legalized there. You may be surprised by the answer - nothing out of the ordinary has changed ... two people of the same-sex that are very much in love and willing to make a strong commitment to one another - have gotten married.”
EuroRant1 replied on May 28, 2009 at 09:02:43
“A song to mock Pat Robertson for saying that legalizing gay marriage will lead to sex with ducks.
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2009/05/27/sex-with-ducks-video_n_208258.html”
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2009/05/27/sex-with-ducks-video_n_208258.html”
The Big Gay Chip on My Shoulder
Commented May 27, 2009 at 21:22:14 in Entertainment
“Incredibly interesting and insightful. I was aware that Jefferson was quite affluent in a couple of Native-American languages and I always wondered where or how the learning came from.
The stories that you must be able to tell ... it would be a dream and privilege to listen to you.”
The stories that you must be able to tell ... it would be a dream and privilege to listen to you.”
The Big Gay Chip on My Shoulder
Commented May 27, 2009 at 20:31:16 in Entertainment
“And while you were there ... did you note that there is never one mention of the word GOD anywhere in the Constitution.
And I do recall Kirk mentioning God several times but our fore-fathers seemed to overlook this very important matter. Then again, it appears to be purposely done by James Madison, the main author and outliner of the Constitution of the United States.
"Every new and successful example, therefore, of a perfect separation between the ecclesiastical and civil matters, is of importance; and I have no doubt that every new example will succeed, as every past one has done, in showing that religion and Government will both exist in greater purity the less they are mixed together." - James Madison (Letter to Edward Livingston, July 10, 1822)
"During almost fifteen centuries has the legal establishment of Christianity been on trial. What has been its fruits? More or less, in all places, pride and indolence in the clergy; ignorance and servility in the laity; in both, superstition, bigotry, and persecution." - James Madison
"The purpose of separation of church and state is to keep forever from these shores the ceaseless strife that has soaked the soil of Europe with blood for centuries." - James Madison”
And I do recall Kirk mentioning God several times but our fore-fathers seemed to overlook this very important matter. Then again, it appears to be purposely done by James Madison, the main author and outliner of the Constitution of the United States.
"Every new and successful example, therefore, of a perfect separation between the ecclesiastical and civil matters, is of importance; and I have no doubt that every new example will succeed, as every past one has done, in showing that religion and Government will both exist in greater purity the less they are mixed together." - James Madison (Letter to Edward Livingston, July 10, 1822)
"During almost fifteen centuries has the legal establishment of Christianity been on trial. What has been its fruits? More or less, in all places, pride and indolence in the clergy; ignorance and servility in the laity; in both, superstition, bigotry, and persecution." - James Madison
"The purpose of separation of church and state is to keep forever from these shores the ceaseless strife that has soaked the soil of Europe with blood for centuries." - James Madison”
The Big Gay Chip on My Shoulder
Commented May 27, 2009 at 20:16:38 in Entertainment
“My dear NonLeftist friend ... do yourself an enormous favour: Don't believe everything that is spewed as "truth" from the pulpit. If christians knew the true truth about this nations fore-fathers and their view of christianity/religion there would be a new cry for the seperation of church and state.
Here's a few examples to chew on:
"But how has it happened that millions of fables, tales, legends, have been blended with both Jewish and Christian revelation that have made them the most bloody religion that ever existed." - John Adams (letter to F.A. Van der Kamp, December 27, 1816)
"The divinity of Jesus is made a convenient cover for absurdity." - John Adams
"Religious bondage shackles and debilitates the mind and unfits it for every noble enterprise." - James Madison
"The purpose of separation of church and state is to keep forever from these shores the ceaseless strife that has soaked the soil of Europe with blood for centuries." - James Madison
"I do not find in orthodox Christianity one redeeming feature." - Thomas Jefferson
"Millions of innocent men, women, and children, since the introduction of Christianity, have been burned, tortured, fined, and imprisoned, yet we have not advanced one inch toward uniformity. What has been the effect of coercion? To make one half of the world fools and the other half hypocrites." - Thomas Jefferson (Notes on Virginia)”
Here's a few examples to chew on:
"But how has it happened that millions of fables, tales, legends, have been blended with both Jewish and Christian revelation that have made them the most bloody religion that ever existed." - John Adams (letter to F.A. Van der Kamp, December 27, 1816)
"The divinity of Jesus is made a convenient cover for absurdity." - John Adams
"Religious bondage shackles and debilitates the mind and unfits it for every noble enterprise." - James Madison
"The purpose of separation of church and state is to keep forever from these shores the ceaseless strife that has soaked the soil of Europe with blood for centuries." - James Madison
"I do not find in orthodox Christianity one redeeming feature." - Thomas Jefferson
"Millions of innocent men, women, and children, since the introduction of Christianity, have been burned, tortured, fined, and imprisoned, yet we have not advanced one inch toward uniformity. What has been the effect of coercion? To make one half of the world fools and the other half hypocrites." - Thomas Jefferson (Notes on Virginia)”
The Big Gay Chip on My Shoulder
Commented May 27, 2009 at 19:17:30 in Entertainment
“Rob ... Bravo. Always loved your music now I love you. Well said.
One point you failed to mention that has been a loud cry from the far-right has been the empty accusation that the allowance of gay-marriage will lead to "inter-species sex, incest and pedophilia". Yet, in the 6 countries (Canada, Netherlands, Belgium, Spain, Norway and Sweden) where gay-marriage is legal not one shere piece of evidence has been proven or been brought forth.
In fact, in these countries just the opposite has taken place. Homosexuals settled down, bought homes, increased the economy, adopted children and have proven to be highly caring and loving parents. In fact, early stats here in Europe point that their adopted children seem to be some of the most open and well-adjusted children and social magnets to other children in our school systems as well as excelling academically.
Here in Europe we heard these same empty accusations but there is absolutely no proof or grounds that this has occured - this has all been proved completely incorrect and devoid of any evidence thereafter.
"It takes no compromising to give people their rights. It takes no money to respect the individual. It takes no survey to remove repressions." - Harvey Milk”
One point you failed to mention that has been a loud cry from the far-right has been the empty accusation that the allowance of gay-marriage will lead to "inter-species sex, incest and pedophilia". Yet, in the 6 countries (Canada, Netherlands, Belgium, Spain, Norway and Sweden) where gay-marriage is legal not one shere piece of evidence has been proven or been brought forth.
In fact, in these countries just the opposite has taken place. Homosexuals settled down, bought homes, increased the economy, adopted children and have proven to be highly caring and loving parents. In fact, early stats here in Europe point that their adopted children seem to be some of the most open and well-adjusted children and social magnets to other children in our school systems as well as excelling academically.
Here in Europe we heard these same empty accusations but there is absolutely no proof or grounds that this has occured - this has all been proved completely incorrect and devoid of any evidence thereafter.
"It takes no compromising to give people their rights. It takes no money to respect the individual. It takes no survey to remove repressions." - Harvey Milk”
Air Force Boots Their 25 Million Dollar Aviator (He's Gay) VIDEO
Commented May 20, 2009 at 09:44:17 in Politics
“and tax payers money.”
Gidster replied on May 20, 2009 at 18:04:19
“Too True!
I would much rather have a highly skilled experienced and decorated gay pilot than a less experienced one in my squadron!”
I would much rather have a highly skilled experienced and decorated gay pilot than a less experienced one in my squadron!”
Air Force Boots Their 25 Million Dollar Aviator (He's Gay) VIDEO
Commented May 20, 2009 at 09:41:27 in Politics
“Yes, you're right, he was probably doing something terrible and then he got caught and now is blaming the military/Air Force for his "sudden" discharge after some 18 years of serving with distinction.
It sort of reminds me of a close relative, namely an uncle (I'll probably get in trouble for saying this). He also was in the Air Force, served in Nam & Korea. Divorced 5 times, continually cheated-on and abused his wives (hence the divorces), accused of molesting 2 step daughters, tried for the forced rape of a female officer (twice) and I can't recall any such medals of distinction ever being awarded my uncle ... I could go on but I'm boring myself ... and he retired with full honours and pension.
My question is ... which of these two men would you invite over to dinner this evening?”
It sort of reminds me of a close relative, namely an uncle (I'll probably get in trouble for saying this). He also was in the Air Force, served in Nam & Korea. Divorced 5 times, continually cheated-on and abused his wives (hence the divorces), accused of molesting 2 step daughters, tried for the forced rape of a female officer (twice) and I can't recall any such medals of distinction ever being awarded my uncle ... I could go on but I'm boring myself ... and he retired with full honours and pension.
My question is ... which of these two men would you invite over to dinner this evening?”
Air Force Boots Their 25 Million Dollar Aviator (He's Gay) VIDEO
Commented May 20, 2009 at 09:19:52 in Politics
“And then there was that gay cry-baby Alexander the Great.
Perhaps the greatest warrior and conquerer this world has ever known when poor Alexander had wiped out every civilization and conquered every land and army and foe ... he sat down and cried because there was nothing more standing in his way left to conquer. Gay cry-baby.”
Perhaps the greatest warrior and conquerer this world has ever known when poor Alexander had wiped out every civilization and conquered every land and army and foe ... he sat down and cried because there was nothing more standing in his way left to conquer. Gay cry-baby.”
Obama Needs to End Silence on Biggest Civil Rights Move of Our Time
Commented May 08, 2009 at 20:59:38 in Politics
“And I have always had this burning question that I can not seem to get a straight (no pun intended) answer on.
Did Jesus address the issue of homosexuality directly? I am not asking did he generally insuate anything about homosexuality, because frankly "insuating" can be broad enough to cover any subject if you try hard enough ... but what I am asking, "Did Jesus full-on directly address the homosexuality issue by name."
And if not, then what are "his" followers so tied up in knots over homosexuality if Jesus himself did not say one single word about this full-grown humongous and boastfully large spiritual issue.
I am waiting for your answer. Please.”
Did Jesus address the issue of homosexuality directly? I am not asking did he generally insuate anything about homosexuality, because frankly "insuating" can be broad enough to cover any subject if you try hard enough ... but what I am asking, "Did Jesus full-on directly address the homosexuality issue by name."
And if not, then what are "his" followers so tied up in knots over homosexuality if Jesus himself did not say one single word about this full-grown humongous and boastfully large spiritual issue.
I am waiting for your answer. Please.”
Mr. Manners: What Obama Teaches Us About Excellent Etiquette (SLIDESHOW)
Commented Apr 26, 2009 at 09:11:17 in Style
“I just have to comment on this one ... as someone living in Europe (almost 20 years) and witnessing first-hand what this President did in a few short hours to completely rebuild our honour and respect and especially our standing in the world is beyond words. The photo of the President greeting President Leonel Fernandez of the Dominican Republic speaks volumes above the last 8 embarrasing years.
3 weeks after Obamas left Europe the people of Paris and London are still buzzing about them. A week after all the hoopla about Michelle touching the Queens back and then the Queen returning the gesture. Buckingham Palace issued a formal announcement that, "There was no break in etiquette because the Queen mutually respects the First Lady of the United States. There was no break in protocol and therefore no further need of explanation."
It is not required but there is always an exchange of gifts between visiting heads of state and especially to royalty. In Europe here, one NEVER shows up for dinner or a visit (even a drop-by) empty-handed, you can but don't expect to ever be invited back.
I am an American and I have never bowed in any form (except in the orient and mid-east) to any royalty or head of state. Michelle got it very, very correct. Say what you will about these two but they have brought back honour and dignity back to America. I walk a lot prouder these days.”
3 weeks after Obamas left Europe the people of Paris and London are still buzzing about them. A week after all the hoopla about Michelle touching the Queens back and then the Queen returning the gesture. Buckingham Palace issued a formal announcement that, "There was no break in etiquette because the Queen mutually respects the First Lady of the United States. There was no break in protocol and therefore no further need of explanation."
It is not required but there is always an exchange of gifts between visiting heads of state and especially to royalty. In Europe here, one NEVER shows up for dinner or a visit (even a drop-by) empty-handed, you can but don't expect to ever be invited back.
I am an American and I have never bowed in any form (except in the orient and mid-east) to any royalty or head of state. Michelle got it very, very correct. Say what you will about these two but they have brought back honour and dignity back to America. I walk a lot prouder these days.”
Mr. Manners: What Obama Teaches Us About Excellent Etiquette (SLIDESHOW)
Commented Apr 26, 2009 at 07:15:06 in Style
“Amen.
I was raised on modest means, all my education couldn't teach me anything about good manners and etiquette. The doors and opportunities that have opened to me are countless.
I have lived in Europe almost 20 years now. I am not bragging when I state that I have slept in palaces and dined with kings and royalty. It will cost you nothing but the benefits are great.”
I was raised on modest means, all my education couldn't teach me anything about good manners and etiquette. The doors and opportunities that have opened to me are countless.
I have lived in Europe almost 20 years now. I am not bragging when I state that I have slept in palaces and dined with kings and royalty. It will cost you nothing but the benefits are great.”
Mr. Manners: What Obama Teaches Us About Excellent Etiquette (SLIDESHOW)
Commented Apr 25, 2009 at 20:45:33 in Style
“Living here in Europe for many a year ... I have re-educated myself in the proper graces of etiquette, it took me a while but I have arrived. There is no amount of words to tell how many doors open up, being a gentleman takes no effort and the rewards are countless. I live in a part of the world where such small things don't go un-noticed.
President Obama made huge waves here for his diplomacy as well as for his social graces. It is absolutely moving to see a man so earning of our respect. Words escape me to explain how proud he makes me to be an American living abroad.”
President Obama made huge waves here for his diplomacy as well as for his social graces. It is absolutely moving to see a man so earning of our respect. Words escape me to explain how proud he makes me to be an American living abroad.”
Have We Reached the Tipping Point on Guns?
Commented Apr 09, 2009 at 23:17:55 in Politics
“Today I live in Europe and I could go on and tell you about the gun-free nirvana I have been living in for the past 16+ years but that would be too simple. We have our share of crime here but it is few and far-between and nothing like that portrayed in films or on the scale that could match anything near Americas gun/crime rate.
What I most want to say here is that over the years visiting friends and family are always commenting about how safe and carefree life seems to be here. Admittedly I do take it for granted and when I read all the headlines about the constant gun violence in my home country I get a sense of real privilege to be living here and I constantly wonder when are you people going to say, "enough".
Protecting an outdated and archaic amendment over protecting the lives of it's citizenry is long past due for changes. In the meantime I will continue to live in a part of the world where I as a human mean more than protecting the rights of others to murder freely.”
What I most want to say here is that over the years visiting friends and family are always commenting about how safe and carefree life seems to be here. Admittedly I do take it for granted and when I read all the headlines about the constant gun violence in my home country I get a sense of real privilege to be living here and I constantly wonder when are you people going to say, "enough".
Protecting an outdated and archaic amendment over protecting the lives of it's citizenry is long past due for changes. In the meantime I will continue to live in a part of the world where I as a human mean more than protecting the rights of others to murder freely.”
confidance government replied on Apr 10, 2009 at 11:19:35
“Right, gun free nirvana. I am living in Europe as well in one of the northern Suburbs of Paris. I have to say BS. They are definitely guns here, just that only the gangsters and cops have them.
And actually your crime rate can compare with the US crime rate once you remove the bias in the data due to our more dogged prosecution of the war on drugs. You take out the violence related to the US drug trade and it is more or less equal.
Finally, why do you find only 10% of the bill of rights archaic and outdated? Why do we even need a bill of rights? If we are going to trust the government and we assume you are right, and there no longer exists a reason for the 2nd amendment. Then, logically, we could get rid of the other 9 rights in the bill of rights.”
And actually your crime rate can compare with the US crime rate once you remove the bias in the data due to our more dogged prosecution of the war on drugs. You take out the violence related to the US drug trade and it is more or less equal.
Finally, why do you find only 10% of the bill of rights archaic and outdated? Why do we even need a bill of rights? If we are going to trust the government and we assume you are right, and there no longer exists a reason for the 2nd amendment. Then, logically, we could get rid of the other 9 rights in the bill of rights.”
OdinsEye replied on Apr 10, 2009 at 10:36:02
“"Today I live in Europe and I could go on and tell you about the gun-free nirvana I have been living in for the past 16+ years but that would be too simple. "
Having lived in Europe myself and done a fiar bit of hunting and recreational shooting there, I can tell you that such a story would be a fantasy.
Maybe you have heard of these Europian firearm companies before?
Beretta,
Walther,
Glock,
Sako,
Heckler & Koch,
CZ,
Tanfoglio,
Uberti,
Blaser,
Kreighoff,
Holland & Holland,
Sig Arms/Sig Sauer/Swiss Arms,
Mauser,
Hämmerli,
Fabrique Nationale de Herstal,
Steyr Mannlicher,
Sauer & Sohn,
Accuracy International,
Parker Hale,
Benelli,
Perazzi,
And I could keep going for a while.”
Having lived in Europe myself and done a fiar bit of hunting and recreational shooting there, I can tell you that such a story would be a fantasy.
Maybe you have heard of these Europian firearm companies before?
Beretta,
Walther,
Glock,
Sako,
Heckler & Koch,
CZ,
Tanfoglio,
Uberti,
Blaser,
Kreighoff,
Holland & Holland,
Sig Arms/Sig Sauer/Swiss Arms,
Mauser,
Hämmerli,
Fabrique Nationale de Herstal,
Steyr Mannlicher,
Sauer & Sohn,
Accuracy International,
Parker Hale,
Benelli,
Perazzi,
And I could keep going for a while.”
Have We Reached the Tipping Point on Guns?
Commented Apr 06, 2009 at 11:48:25 in Politics
“I always thought it would be a great experimental idea to take a monkey and train him how to shoot a gun. Then to take that monkey and place him in an area crowded with humans, for instance a mall at Christmas shopping season. Then let the little fella go at it.
Why? Because I have always wanted a bumper sticker that says, "Guns don't kill people, monkeys kill people."”
Why? Because I have always wanted a bumper sticker that says, "Guns don't kill people, monkeys kill people."”
LeftRight replied on Apr 06, 2009 at 14:41:59
“I don't know, I always liked the shirt that Happy Gilmore's boss wore at the end of the movie..... The one that said "Guns don't kill people..... *I* kill people"”
Telemachus replied on Apr 06, 2009 at 12:22:02
“LMAO! I'm gonna remember that one.”
Michelle Obama's Lost Her Mind! 3 Reasons She's Suddenly A Fashion Disaster
Commented Apr 05, 2009 at 12:29:14 in Style
“Where ever you are here in Europe it really seems as though Obama's have set the entire continent on fire. Walking past kiosks after corner kiosk and in every meeting I've had ... the Europeans are completely enchanted and enamoured with the Obamas.
There is not a (fashion) magazine that Michelle is not gracing the cover of. Every newspaper and political pundit both in the media and behind the scenes are stirred by the openness, their grace and his diplomatic style. For anyone who has not been been in Europe for the last eight years ... it's really almost dreamlike ... something about our President encourages those near him to do better and to forget their petty and shallow differences and move forward.
This is going to be a great Presidency ... we are really watching something extraordinary happening. The Obamas here have very few critics. It seems everything they do and touch seems to turn to gold ... there are few Europeans that could name any mis-steps they have taken since arriving.
After 8 ugly dark years ... it really is wonderful to be an American living abroad ... again.”
There is not a (fashion) magazine that Michelle is not gracing the cover of. Every newspaper and political pundit both in the media and behind the scenes are stirred by the openness, their grace and his diplomatic style. For anyone who has not been been in Europe for the last eight years ... it's really almost dreamlike ... something about our President encourages those near him to do better and to forget their petty and shallow differences and move forward.
This is going to be a great Presidency ... we are really watching something extraordinary happening. The Obamas here have very few critics. It seems everything they do and touch seems to turn to gold ... there are few Europeans that could name any mis-steps they have taken since arriving.
After 8 ugly dark years ... it really is wonderful to be an American living abroad ... again.”
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