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Keith Bardwell Explains Refusal To Perform Interracial Marriage (VIDEO)
Commented Oct 19, 2009 at 14:32:03 in Politics
“There are those who will never get over like-me-ism (or not-like-me-ism, depending which way you look at it) but some of them will always insist their minds are open and their intentions are just. Still, in America, where "all men are created equal" is one of our most fundamental tenets, and our PRESIDENT is from just such a marriage, it's tempting to wonder how a magistrate can have such an obvious contempt for our Constitution and our oft-lauded status as the world's melting pot.
Want to know how to deal with racist remarks and actions? There's a great video embeded into: http://wp.me/pbSfp-af which focuses on the basic fact that when a person acts in a way you find unacceptable you should hold them accountable for those actions.
In other words, if a guy steals your car you don't chase him down to check out how he feels about it deep in his soul, or what he thinks about theft, you chase him down to hold him accountable for his actions - and hopefully prevent him from repeating the act.”
Want to know how to deal with racist remarks and actions? There's a great video embeded into: http://wp.me/pbSfp-af which focuses on the basic fact that when a person acts in a way you find unacceptable you should hold them accountable for those actions.
In other words, if a guy steals your car you don't chase him down to check out how he feels about it deep in his soul, or what he thinks about theft, you chase him down to hold him accountable for his actions - and hopefully prevent him from repeating the act.”
sepiasiren replied on Oct 19, 2009 at 14:52:54
“what is funny is most racist who claim to want THEIR country back seem to forget that out Melting Pot of diversity is one of the things that makes us great--but they would be happy with whites getting all the breaks and owning every magazine and TV station while us whiny minorities are rarely seen or heard...”
Chicago Favored To Host 2016 Olympics, Rio Close Second
Commented Oct 01, 2009 at 21:24:16 in Chicago
“UPON ENTERING GOVERNMENT, VALERIE JARRETT DIVESTED ALL HER REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT HOLDINGS EXCEPT FOR A SINGLE INVESTMENT THAT HAS NOTHING TO DO WITH THE OLYMPIC BID.
Valerie Jarrett divested all her investment real estate holdings upon entering government except for a single real estate holding that she was unable to sell. This single real estate investment has been determined by White House Counsel and the independent Office of Government Ethics to present no conflict of interest in performing her duties as a White House advisor. It has nothing to do with the Olympic bid.
See: http://www.whitehouse.gov/blog/Reality-Check-Turning-a-Point-of-Pride-into-a-Moment-of-Shame/ before continuing to parrot Beck's misinformation campaign.”
Valerie Jarrett divested all her investment real estate holdings upon entering government except for a single real estate holding that she was unable to sell. This single real estate investment has been determined by White House Counsel and the independent Office of Government Ethics to present no conflict of interest in performing her duties as a White House advisor. It has nothing to do with the Olympic bid.
See: http://www.whitehouse.gov/blog/Reality-Check-Turning-a-Point-of-Pride-into-a-Moment-of-Shame/ before continuing to parrot Beck's misinformation campaign.”
frogboils replied on Oct 02, 2009 at 02:07:21
“Oh that's credible.”
Bachmann Tapes Apology Ad
Commented Oct 26, 2008 at 14:13:31 in Politics
“"Once again, our nation is at a crossroads and it's a time for choosing. We could embrace government as the answer to our problems or we can choose freedom and liberty..."
Why would we want to elect (or re-elect) somebody who doesn't believe government can be a postive force dealing with problems? The only reason they can have for running is self-aggrandizement and greed if they don't believe in the value of the role.”
Why would we want to elect (or re-elect) somebody who doesn't believe government can be a postive force dealing with problems? The only reason they can have for running is self-aggrandizement and greed if they don't believe in the value of the role.”
ACORN: McCain And GOP Used To Be Supporters
Commented Oct 15, 2008 at 11:39:06 in Politics
“McCain's in a glass house, throwing stones. But the fact is, if he can keep the focus off the economy and his ridiculous health care and tax proposals he's winning the spin game, and THAT is the point. http://zennie2005.blogspot.com/2008/10/john-mccain-was-for-acorn-before-he-was.html”
McCain Walks It Back: Obama Is Decent, Nothing To Be Scared Of
Commented Oct 11, 2008 at 00:35:17 in Politics
“It was about time for him to depart from his advisors, they are the ones who got him into the predicament he's in, picking Palin and using phrases such as "That one!" To stay on the same plan would have been the end of his influence in DC, and the antithesis of leadership.
Sure, some vocal folks on the far right are going to howl, just as some extremists on the left will continue their over-the-top nonsense, but if McCain didn't want to go down in history as a man advised into utter foolishness he had to act to reset his rhetoric and reclaim his campaign. http://obamesque.wordpress.com/2008/10/09/final-month-can-mccain-regain-control-of-his-campaign-or-will-attacks-reign/”
Sure, some vocal folks on the far right are going to howl, just as some extremists on the left will continue their over-the-top nonsense, but if McCain didn't want to go down in history as a man advised into utter foolishness he had to act to reset his rhetoric and reclaim his campaign. http://obamesque.wordpress.com/2008/10/09/final-month-can-mccain-regain-control-of-his-campaign-or-will-attacks-reign/”
snarkopolitan replied on Oct 11, 2008 at 02:36:22
“Too late. I once had an idea that McCain was an honorable man, that his experiences as a POW had taught him all the important things in life. But there is hardly an ideal he once proclaimed that he has not now betayed. To be too weak to stand up to his advisors is too weak to be president. And his campaign has descended into an uglier carnival of bigotry than anyone would have thought possible. I mourn for the reawakened ugliness of the pre-civil rights era, I mourn my lost image of him,”
bpowell1 replied on Oct 11, 2008 at 01:31:25
“He is to erratic. He jumps from one extreme to the next. I am worried that maybe he is not quite healthy. It is time for him to just grab hold and take control of himself.”
Norm Coleman Pulling Down All Negative Ads
Commented Oct 10, 2008 at 17:09:12 in Politics
“I'll believe it when I see it.
Republican operatives working on behalf of Coleman distorted video of Franken telling a story that David Wellstone told him about his father Paul Wellstone — a story about how Paul would run alongside his son during David’s cross-country matches and encourage him all the way to the finish line. As Al retells the story that David told him, he offers an animated impression of Paul’s uniquely enthusiastic personal style that Minnesotans loved so much.
And the Republicans who do Coleman's dirty work took that video and converted it into a smear.
Norm's in deep trouble in the polls and in the hearts of MN voters, as his demeanor - and reactions - at the recent debate revealed. http://obamesque.wordpress.com/2008/10/06/audacious-comedian-out-polls-incumbent-us-senator-in-battleground-state/”
Republican operatives working on behalf of Coleman distorted video of Franken telling a story that David Wellstone told him about his father Paul Wellstone — a story about how Paul would run alongside his son during David’s cross-country matches and encourage him all the way to the finish line. As Al retells the story that David told him, he offers an animated impression of Paul’s uniquely enthusiastic personal style that Minnesotans loved so much.
And the Republicans who do Coleman's dirty work took that video and converted it into a smear.
Norm's in deep trouble in the polls and in the hearts of MN voters, as his demeanor - and reactions - at the recent debate revealed. http://obamesque.wordpress.com/2008/10/06/audacious-comedian-out-polls-incumbent-us-senator-in-battleground-state/”
Obama's Celeb Ad Adopts McCain Line Of Attack
Commented Aug 11, 2008 at 14:05:25 in Politics
“There are many other celebrities, why use the two young sexy starlets in the comparison? And why NOW?
The first McCain "celebrity" ad was in the can, to be launched when the McCain campaign needed a distraction from a gaffe... and the comment in Stugis about Cindy competing topless called for a response that linked Obama to sex, too, although it was "labeled" as celebrity.
Paris and Britney?
This was about SEX and boobs. http://obamesque.wordpress.com/2008/08/11/mr-buffalo-chip/”
The first McCain "celebrity" ad was in the can, to be launched when the McCain campaign needed a distraction from a gaffe... and the comment in Stugis about Cindy competing topless called for a response that linked Obama to sex, too, although it was "labeled" as celebrity.
Paris and Britney?
This was about SEX and boobs. http://obamesque.wordpress.com/2008/08/11/mr-buffalo-chip/”
Kathy Hilton Calls McCain's Celebrity Ad Frivolous, A Waste Of Money, A Waste Of Time
Commented Aug 03, 2008 at 19:11:29 in Politics
“In the midwest people attach value to civility, to being able to disagree without being disagreeable, to respect even when you don't see eye to eye. It's the Obama campaign and Obama himself that resonate with these values where people are tired of business as usual inside the DC beltway. We've had enough of old school fear and smear mongering campaigns.
Evidently the same holds true in the west, too.
Advantage: OBAMA”
Evidently the same holds true in the west, too.
Advantage: OBAMA”
A New Yorker Cover For National Review
Commented Jul 16, 2008 at 00:32:46 in Media
“Satire was the goal, but it would have been achieved by having Cheney and Bush doing the Obama's fist bump dressed in the styles of the cover. Instead the image will feed the misinformation to the confused in visual form instead of text. A picture's worth how many words? http://obamesque.wordpress.com/2008/07/13/new-yorker-satire-of-obama-smears-falls-flat/”
Yikes! Controversial New Yorker Cover Shows Muslim, Flag-Burning, Osama-Loving, Fist-Bumping Obama
Commented Jul 13, 2008 at 22:50:55 in Media
“The Barry Blitt illustration selected for the cover of the July 21, 2008 New Yorke will echo in viral emails until at least the day of the general election, if not well beyond, feeding the egos of the smear-mongers who will grin like canary-fed Cheshire cats.
Worse however, the imagery demeans more than just the Obamas; it belittles virtually all with African ancestry as well as those of the Muslim faith. It was clearly an attempt at humor, conceived to poke fun at the worst rumors and whisper campaigns. http://obamesque.wordpress.com/2008/07/13/new-yorker-satire-of-obama-smears-falls-flat/
I'm sad - I grew up cherishing the New Yorker, and they had to know what would happen to this cover in an era when the internet is such a major pipeline for information. The article? Well, a few will read it...”
Worse however, the imagery demeans more than just the Obamas; it belittles virtually all with African ancestry as well as those of the Muslim faith. It was clearly an attempt at humor, conceived to poke fun at the worst rumors and whisper campaigns. http://obamesque.wordpress.com/2008/07/13/new-yorker-satire-of-obama-smears-falls-flat/
I'm sad - I grew up cherishing the New Yorker, and they had to know what would happen to this cover in an era when the internet is such a major pipeline for information. The article? Well, a few will read it...”
Cyclone replied on Jul 14, 2008 at 00:36:04
“Thank you No Drama for your insightful comment. As a person of color I found the cover offensive and hurtful. For anyone to claim this is just satire with no understanding of the current political climate is lying. How insulting to Blacks and to Muslims. The comments from the trolls and Hillary supporters are to be expected. I guess "change" for us will have to wait another 100 years. What a country!”
folksonomy replied on Jul 13, 2008 at 23:36:20
“Thanks for this comment and the link. My sentiments exactly.”
Jesse Jackson Disparages Barack Obama: Caught On Tape (VIDEO)
Commented Jul 10, 2008 at 10:54:42 in Politics
“Jesse Jackson's apology is all well and good, he made a mistake. The media loves this stuff, but the bottom line is:
Like James Dobson before him, Jesse Jackson doesn't speak for me. http://obamesque.wordpress.com/2008/07/10/jesse-jackson-doesnt-speak-for-me/”
Like James Dobson before him, Jesse Jackson doesn't speak for me. http://obamesque.wordpress.com/2008/07/10/jesse-jackson-doesnt-speak-for-me/”
SteveOh replied on Jul 10, 2008 at 11:02:26
“JJ is only sorry that he got caught. If you think this is the first time he said something like this you are stupid.
Jesse should resign from Rainbow ... Now”
Jesse should resign from Rainbow ... Now”
Obama Issues Response To RNC Attack Ad
Commented Jul 08, 2008 at 12:37:45 in Politics
“Ironically, McCain's weak grip on economics is reflected in his tax proposals, and the attacks he launches on Obama: http://obamesque.wordpress.com/2008/07/07/mccain-does-not-understand-obamas-tax-proposals/
Meanwhile, it should come as no surprise that the RNC is launching such ads, although the traditional commercial media outlets have no desire to cover it since "follow the money" in this case presents them with a conflict of interest since it threatens their profits: http://obamesque.wordpress.com/2008/06/21/conflict-of-interest-follow-the-money/”
Meanwhile, it should come as no surprise that the RNC is launching such ads, although the traditional commercial media outlets have no desire to cover it since "follow the money" in this case presents them with a conflict of interest since it threatens their profits: http://obamesque.wordpress.com/2008/06/21/conflict-of-interest-follow-the-money/”
Obama Opts Out Of Public Financing, Reformers Back Decision
Commented Jun 19, 2008 at 12:51:42 in Politics
“Of course reformers back the decision -- it's not even a decision. He extended a charitable CONDITIONAL offer to the Republicans, and their front-runner/nominee, the former maverick John McCain, opted to reverse his own request for public financing in favor of relying on big oil and other special interest money.
When McCain decided to stick to the old way, trying to use money instead of basing the election on issues, he essentially gave Obama the green light by rejecting the offer.
Can't recall it that way? Read and learn: http://obamesque.wordpress.com/2008/06/19/obama-reluctantly-follows-mccain-out-of-public-campaign-financing/
Now we find out if the special interests and big oil can buy another election, or if Obama's grassroots success to this point will translate into a win in November.”
When McCain decided to stick to the old way, trying to use money instead of basing the election on issues, he essentially gave Obama the green light by rejecting the offer.
Can't recall it that way? Read and learn: http://obamesque.wordpress.com/2008/06/19/obama-reluctantly-follows-mccain-out-of-public-campaign-financing/
Now we find out if the special interests and big oil can buy another election, or if Obama's grassroots success to this point will translate into a win in November.”
xmw replied on Jun 19, 2008 at 13:26:06
“could not have said it better!!”
Bill Maher's Hillary Clinton Monologue: "Get Elected Or Lie Trying"
Commented Apr 02, 2008 at 09:16:18 in Politics
“Andrew Sullivan is threatened by Senator Clinton? I don't see it.
The sad note in all of this is that most Democrats really, really wanted this to be a great, historical contest, but instead Clinton has turned it into some bizarre caricature of herself with these stupid lies and the denials that they are - most of us recall her husband denying he had sexual relations with that woman, and the echoes call up that failed bullshit, which stands out as one of the low points in modern presidential politics.”
The sad note in all of this is that most Democrats really, really wanted this to be a great, historical contest, but instead Clinton has turned it into some bizarre caricature of herself with these stupid lies and the denials that they are - most of us recall her husband denying he had sexual relations with that woman, and the echoes call up that failed bullshit, which stands out as one of the low points in modern presidential politics.”
Bill Maher's Hillary Clinton Monologue: "Get Elected Or Lie Trying"
Commented Apr 02, 2008 at 09:16:18 in Politics
“Andrew Sullivan is threatened by Senator Clinton? I don't see it.
The sad note in all of this is that most Democrats really, really wanted this to be a great, historical contest, but instead Clinton has turned it into some bizarre caricature of herself with these stupid lies and the denials that they are - most of us recall her husband denying he had sexual relations with that woman, and the echoes call up that failed bullshit, which stands out as one of the low points in modern presidential politics.”
The sad note in all of this is that most Democrats really, really wanted this to be a great, historical contest, but instead Clinton has turned it into some bizarre caricature of herself with these stupid lies and the denials that they are - most of us recall her husband denying he had sexual relations with that woman, and the echoes call up that failed bullshit, which stands out as one of the low points in modern presidential politics.”
Samantha Power Unapologetic About Iraq Remarks, Hints At Return
Commented Mar 26, 2008 at 23:41:36 in Politics
“Ms. Power should employ the "I mis-spoke" defense, she probably got less sleep than Senator Clinton does.”
Samantha Power Unapologetic About Iraq Remarks, Hints At Return
Commented Mar 26, 2008 at 23:41:36 in Politics
“Ms. Power should employ the "I mis-spoke" defense, she probably got less sleep than Senator Clinton does.”
Sean Hannity Confronted Over His Relationship With Neo-Nazi Hal Turner
Commented Mar 24, 2008 at 15:43:40 in Media
“Perhaps Hannity "simply misspoke." I realize we hold persons of color to a higher standard lately, but surely if the former First Lady can misspeak about sniper fire then a TV personality can misspeak about associations he has with neo-nazis.”
transendentilist replied on Mar 24, 2008 at 16:08:34
“Do you walk to work, or carry a lunch? What does one have to do with the other??? I didn't see Hillary's name in the article. Maybe because this thread isn't about Hillary. Surely there are other threads here where you can chastize Hillary and STILL BE ON TOPIC!!!!!”
transendentilist replied on Mar 24, 2008 at 16:08:34
“Do you walk to work, or carry a lunch? What does one have to do with the other??? I didn't see Hillary's name in the article. Maybe because this thread isn't about Hillary. Surely there are other threads here where you can chastize Hillary and STILL BE ON TOPIC!!!!!”
Sean Hannity Confronted Over His Relationship With Neo-Nazi Hal Turner
Commented Mar 24, 2008 at 15:43:40 in Media
“Perhaps Hannity "simply misspoke." I realize we hold persons of color to a higher standard lately, but surely if the former First Lady can misspeak about sniper fire then a TV personality can misspeak about associations he has with neo-nazis.”
transendentilist replied on Mar 24, 2008 at 16:08:34
“Do you walk to work, or carry a lunch? What does one have to do with the other??? I didn't see Hillary's name in the article. Maybe because this thread isn't about Hillary. Surely there are other threads here where you can chastize Hillary and STILL BE ON TOPIC!!!!!”
transendentilist replied on Mar 24, 2008 at 16:08:34
“Do you walk to work, or carry a lunch? What does one have to do with the other??? I didn't see Hillary's name in the article. Maybe because this thread isn't about Hillary. Surely there are other threads here where you can chastize Hillary and STILL BE ON TOPIC!!!!!”
CNN Re-Legitimizes 'Scurrilous' Obama Email
Commented Feb 26, 2008 at 00:28:56 in Politics
“"The polls go up, the word goes out, partisans of all stripes rush to the site, and eventually, the Ron Paul supporters stay up all night to try to generate a result that proves Paul is the only candidate who really believes in freedom."
That is one of the most insightful dismissals of non-random polling on the internet I've ever enjoyed reading. It almost overshadows the point of the article, which is that this was for all intents and purposes a push-poll, done right out in broad daylight by a supposedly objective news service. Why is it that they're rushing to be the new "Fair & Balanced" when we already have FOX?”
That is one of the most insightful dismissals of non-random polling on the internet I've ever enjoyed reading. It almost overshadows the point of the article, which is that this was for all intents and purposes a push-poll, done right out in broad daylight by a supposedly objective news service. Why is it that they're rushing to be the new "Fair & Balanced" when we already have FOX?”
Chairman Of Homeland Security Committee Endorses Obama
Commented Jan 22, 2008 at 17:38:09 in Politics
“rssai, you clearly haven't researched Senator Obama's statements or his position with regard to fixing the Health Care system. He's said he'd favor single-payer if starting from scratch, but has a more pragmatic approach given that you can't reasonably expect to simply dismantle the vast, entrenched bureaucracy currently administering the system since that would threaten their very life-blood, their profits and jobs. However, if you want to pursue mandating everybody buys insurance, as Senator Clinton does, explain how that would work more effectively than the current mandate that drivers buy insurance. Did you know that over 10% of drivers plain ignore that law? ( suggest you get your facts working before you hurl slanderous epithets.”
nuthinbutnet replied on Jan 22, 2008 at 23:07:36
“Too wet behind the ears. Come on! OBama is just too inexperienced. He'll never get anything done. He's a plant. I have not heard or seen any solutions to our problems from him.
You are not going to get anything close to universal healthcare for the masses until your able to pay for it. This, we have not heard from the OBama people. How are you going to pay for it. It is assumed, the people with jobs will be the only ones paying for it.
We have 731 military bases around the world in 130 different coutries with a $1 Trillion budget. OBama will not do anything with that. He will be too busy changing from white to black (which is normal) to concentrate on healthcare. Who's advising him? Brezinski? He's Clinton stuff. You trust that? As for Hillary, it ain't going to happen either. She's nothing but a Bushie. More of the same.
Ron Paul wants to bring all the troops home from all those 731 bases. Bring the money home. Cut our taxes, which take us up to June 1st of each year to pay to begin with. He wants to have sound money again. All the good things for this country for you and me alike. He's the only one promoting this. OBama has no real plan.
Where are these demos going to get the money if they are going to still fight wars?
Tell me. Please tell me.
OBama has no real plan! He's too green.
Maybe next time...
We are in big trouble in this country. We need a man that has a track record on what he believes.
And that man is Dr. Ron Paul.
OBama's a good guy, and I like him. But, we need a man with true convictions right NOW...
Maybe next time....
We have no room for error anymore.”
You are not going to get anything close to universal healthcare for the masses until your able to pay for it. This, we have not heard from the OBama people. How are you going to pay for it. It is assumed, the people with jobs will be the only ones paying for it.
We have 731 military bases around the world in 130 different coutries with a $1 Trillion budget. OBama will not do anything with that. He will be too busy changing from white to black (which is normal) to concentrate on healthcare. Who's advising him? Brezinski? He's Clinton stuff. You trust that? As for Hillary, it ain't going to happen either. She's nothing but a Bushie. More of the same.
Ron Paul wants to bring all the troops home from all those 731 bases. Bring the money home. Cut our taxes, which take us up to June 1st of each year to pay to begin with. He wants to have sound money again. All the good things for this country for you and me alike. He's the only one promoting this. OBama has no real plan.
Where are these demos going to get the money if they are going to still fight wars?
Tell me. Please tell me.
OBama has no real plan! He's too green.
Maybe next time...
We are in big trouble in this country. We need a man that has a track record on what he believes.
And that man is Dr. Ron Paul.
OBama's a good guy, and I like him. But, we need a man with true convictions right NOW...
Maybe next time....
We have no room for error anymore.”
