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Man of the People
Commented Jul 09, 2009 at 15:01:29 in Media
“2 grumpy old men - Sheesh ! Alec you have every right to run for office and Jack, as a journalist, has every right to question your credentials. What a waste of energy if this gets you hot and bothered you lost my vote.”
Man of the People
Commented Jul 09, 2009 at 14:09:33 in Media
“Sheesh talk about two Grumpy 0ld men .... still both would be better than 99% of the l0sers currently on capital hill”
Sunday Roundup
Commented May 03, 2009 at 15:36:16 in Politics
“The fact that the banks own the government is getting beyond frustrating. From failure CEO's being among the top 10 highest paid in the country, dictating bancruptcy and saying no to the govt and tax payers despite that fact that we are their biggest investors. Add to that the fact that that BofA prig still has his job as CEO (something that seems beyond comprehension given the number of shareholders who opposed him). Something is extremely broken - It may be time for organized protest outside these banking headquarters - they need a reality check and as for congress I'm beyond disgusted.”
The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency: Endearing, but not Engaging
Commented May 02, 2009 at 11:29:48 in Entertainment
“I would like to add my respectful disagreement to the long list here. I love this show. If I want ugly grit there are plenty of shows available. That said I think you may have missed some episodes. There are moments of real sadness and harsh reality in this show that have dealt with Aids, street children and poverty in Africa. But it is done with a gentleness that I find refreshing -it's part of the story not the whole story. I'm not sure what you wanted from this show but prehaps you are too cynical to appreciate it.”
nellpost replied on May 02, 2009 at 12:10:23
“I totally agree with you. Why not just enjoy and appreciate when watching television!”
Obama's First 100 Days Report Card: HuffPost Bloggers Give Their Grades
Commented Apr 29, 2009 at 14:13:46 in Politics
“I'm not sure you need to grade a party that by most measures is irrelevant - although I will give them an A+ for self sabotage and general clueless behavior”
Obama's First 100 Days: The Good, the Bad, and the Geithner
Commented Apr 29, 2009 at 13:45:58 in Politics
“Oh come on - What is suspect about disagreeing with what the money is spent on. Your original comment made no sense your subsequent one did and was worth responding too.”
Obama's First 100 Days Report Card: HuffPost Bloggers Give Their Grades
Commented Apr 29, 2009 at 13:35:56 in Politics
“Thank goodness this MSM made up BS importance about the first 100 days is over. I find artificial short term deadline meaningless. Bu$h didn't do any really serious damage until well after 100 days. That said I think he's done a great job A- points off for Wall Street pandering (Geitner et al) and the unwillingness to fully investigate and prosecute on the torture issue. But all said - pretty great.”
StatueOfLiberal replied on Apr 29, 2009 at 13:57:30
“I remember the very first thing Bush did on his very first day was raise the legal levels of arsenic in our drinking water. Oh Bushy!”
Obama's First 100 Days: The Good, the Bad, and the Geithner
Commented Apr 29, 2009 at 13:31:01 in Politics
“I'm not sure you are 100% correct I believe 2 subsequent bailouts are squarely with this administration the 2nd AIG and CITI round. I'm not sure what else they could do under the circumstances but Just saying.”
Obama's First 100 Days: The Good, the Bad, and the Geithner
Commented Apr 29, 2009 at 12:31:58 in Politics
“He was - and on this issue I think most of us agree both adminstrations were wrong, not in principle (you can't allow the banking system to fail) but in execution. I personally think Paulson should go to jail and Geitner et al so far have proved no better.”
Obama's First 100 Days Report Card: HuffPost Bloggers Give Their Grades
Commented Apr 29, 2009 at 12:28:01 in Politics
“One issue only F on the budget - Come on broaden your horizons I think you're over weighting the budget and underestimating how important spending is in a terrible economy with high unemployment. I personally am giving him a A- overall with a C for the economy (related to the wall street bailouts) I think fiscal spending at this time is both prudent and necessary without it there will be little for our kids to inherit.”
Obama's First 100 Days: The Good, the Bad, and the Geithner
Commented Apr 29, 2009 at 12:14:06 in Politics
“I don't agree with a lot of the bailouts either but I'm sure if you could express your opinion without resorting to words like "messiah" and actually said I oppose the bailout etc as opposed to insulting Democrats with some poorly thought out comments in your original post people reading it would think you had a brain. Reread your original post and tell me again how you're tired of partisanship. Come on express your opinion but stop using Rushisms to insight - I think it may actually be beneath you.”
DangerSteve replied on Apr 29, 2009 at 13:28:43
“I questioned it, and called it suspect. There I re-read my original post. You could have responded intelligently and not resorted to making some sort of comment about me.
I resorted to words like messiah after you questioned my intelligence. What part about "I didn't even support the first bail out" did you not understand.
Why is it that most liberals have so much of a chip on their shoulder, its like making any sort of discussion is a personal attack.
Jazzdad you are correct, I should have said stimulus when referring to Obama's plan. It was not a bailout.”
I resorted to words like messiah after you questioned my intelligence. What part about "I didn't even support the first bail out" did you not understand.
Why is it that most liberals have so much of a chip on their shoulder, its like making any sort of discussion is a personal attack.
Jazzdad you are correct, I should have said stimulus when referring to Obama's plan. It was not a bailout.”
Obama's First 100 Days: The Good, the Bad, and the Geithner
Commented Apr 29, 2009 at 11:57:44 in Politics
“You really aren't very bright are you Bu$h spent the money on war and destruction. Obama spends the money on building infrustructure, healthcare, education, energy independence - You know stuff to make the US a better place not for k1lling people. Nothing suspect, it just requires more than 2 brain cells to rub together.”
Obama's First 100 Days: The Good, the Bad, and the Geithner
Commented Apr 29, 2009 at 11:32:40 in Politics
“Um Bush spent the money on an illegal war and Obama wants to spend the money on Americans education, energy independence, healthcare etc. See the difference. My guess is not you probably not - It's probably a little to nuanced for you.”
Obama's First 100 Days: The Good, the Bad, and the Geithner
Commented Apr 29, 2009 at 11:23:54 in Politics
“It's a little more pathetic than that - it's a cut an paste job from the Murdoch tabloid NY Post. Sad really but I guess when you use a gossip mag for news original thought is not a strong suit.”
SweetBabu replied on Apr 29, 2009 at 12:23:04
“A cut-and-paste article from the Post that was written by Glenn Beck and Joe Scarborough. Real fact-based reporting they got goin' there.
Guess there are folks out there that will believe ANYTHING.”
Guess there are folks out there that will believe ANYTHING.”
Obama's First 100 Days: The Good, the Bad, and the Geithner
Commented Apr 29, 2009 at 11:22:12 in Politics
“Agreed but the MSM who made up this arbitrary time line get an F”
Obama's First 100 Days: The Good, the Bad, and the Geithner
Commented Apr 29, 2009 at 10:51:49 in Politics
“I'm just glad the 100 days are over and this ridiculous, arbitrary press created timeline will no longer be a point of discussion. All these issues are important and will take time and in some cases years to resolve and using the 100 day benchmark is just stup!d”
IssuesInFocus replied on Apr 29, 2009 at 11:15:39
“Arianna's points are well taken.
Some liberals and progressives are not all together pleased. However, Obama realizes that leading from Center is his best bet to keep some detractors at bay that he's socialist/
Overall, I am in agreement that he has hit the ground running; and when the GOP moves to give him a 'full Cabinet.'. his scores should improve dramatically. He gets an A- on my score card. And I am a tough grader.
As is said in Academia he's holds much promise-- http://www
Some liberals and progressives are not all together pleased. However, Obama realizes that leading from Center is his best bet to keep some detractors at bay that he's socialist/
Overall, I am in agreement that he has hit the ground running; and when the GOP moves to give him a 'full Cabinet.'. his scores should improve dramatically. He gets an A- on my score card. And I am a tough grader.
As is said in Academia he's holds much promise-- http://www
The Funniest Political Joke I've Ever Heard
Commented Apr 26, 2009 at 13:36:41 in Politics
“Desperate little hypocrite. The worst part of this story is the man is adopting bigotry for political gain. This was a man who used to represent a socially moderate face for the GOP. This is just proof that there is no redeeming features left in the GOP.”
Beowoof replied on Apr 26, 2009 at 14:08:08
“His whole career rise from the abyss was on the deaths of over 3 thousand Americans, so why wouldn't he use a standard demagogue snake-oil sales trick?”
Michelle Obama's Sleevegate: Why Can't America Handle Her Bare Arms?
Commented Mar 03, 2009 at 11:10:31 in Style
“I read this on another site and though Sheesh are we back in the 1800's. Honestly I think she looks great and some people are just nuts.”
Worst Week Ever: Republicans Unhinged
Commented Feb 27, 2009 at 16:40:40 in Politics
“You're wrong the latest polls have almost 70% of the country supporting the president. It's time for you and the rest of the GOP to take your meds. The country is center-nothing or center- left if anything.”
Wake-up replied on Feb 27, 2009 at 18:34:42
“Polls are like feelings, they change and quickly... try Facts.”
Wake-up replied on Feb 27, 2009 at 18:21:56
“Pools are like feelings, they change and quickly... try Facts.”
junkgrl48 replied on Feb 27, 2009 at 17:55:01
“Great article. This week, as I watched the implosion, and reveled in President Obama's soundness, principle and belief in We the People, some of the anxiety I had left over from the hideous election season and just a bit of fear, seemed to slowly melt away. I see the Rushlicans now as one sorry bunch of has-beens. Every dog has it's day, and their dog has died. They left a giant pooper scoop full of dog doo to shovel out, but we are doin' it. So many people are now turning around and seeing where this misery has come from and the growing anger at the banksters is pointing the finger right back at the Rushlicans. What a bunch of silly w an ker s.”
Wake-up replied on Feb 27, 2009 at 17:51:15
“Let me try to hit all of you on one post...
The election (popular vote which is most important when discussing issues not elections): Obama - 52.9% of the popular vote to McCain's - 45.7% That 's not a landslide.
The GOP owned both houses and did not get together with W and put-out a Right Wing Conservative Manifesto as we see now from the left... they tried to play nice politics and got burned, I blame weak GOP Leadership Dennis Hastert and Bill Frist... am I wrong? Prove it.
Polls are a joke as they change day-to-day, week to week... Only the left cares about pools and they are not something to base policy on.
Political landscape shifted? maybe a little but I'd argue that values don't change and while so many are bad-mouthing the economy, that that's scaring people and once this natural downturn comes back the Center-right values will be well known once again.
What's funny to me is two things, first that you-all are eager to give your freedom to the (or any) Gov. Second, that sooner or later, there will be a Republican or Conservative leader in the White House and you-all will have given them your freedom...”
The election (popular vote which is most important when discussing issues not elections): Obama - 52.9% of the popular vote to McCain's - 45.7% That 's not a landslide.
The GOP owned both houses and did not get together with W and put-out a Right Wing Conservative Manifesto as we see now from the left... they tried to play nice politics and got burned, I blame weak GOP Leadership Dennis Hastert and Bill Frist... am I wrong? Prove it.
Polls are a joke as they change day-to-day, week to week... Only the left cares about pools and they are not something to base policy on.
Political landscape shifted? maybe a little but I'd argue that values don't change and while so many are bad-mouthing the economy, that that's scaring people and once this natural downturn comes back the Center-right values will be well known once again.
What's funny to me is two things, first that you-all are eager to give your freedom to the (or any) Gov. Second, that sooner or later, there will be a Republican or Conservative leader in the White House and you-all will have given them your freedom...”
Worst Week Ever: Republicans Unhinged
Commented Feb 27, 2009 at 15:12:40 in Politics
“True and awesome. The only sad thing is we actually have huge issues and the MSM still gives these d!ps!ts way over 80% of the air time when the represent around 20% of the country. Their noise is drowning out ideas and solution from independents and moderates- I am now beyond G0P fatigue. They are the party of NO ! Or the party or our ideas work -really just ignore the results of the last 8 years. The press needs to get their collective heads out of their collective a$$es and start treating the G0P as the fringe lunatic, regional party that it is. We will all be better for it.”
wanttruth replied on Feb 28, 2009 at 10:16:14
“Great post. I agree.”
IllinoisTexan43 replied on Feb 27, 2009 at 16:32:55
“So true! They've seemed to have gone into overdrive since the election at a 3:1 ratio. Scary. The "will he keep his campaign promises?" Really? After only 30 days in office? The MSM is part of the problem, too. They're impeding progress as surely as the republicans.”
Tom Hanks, Sean Penn and Prop. 8
Commented Feb 25, 2009 at 19:23:36 in Politics
“While I agree with a lot of your post regarding discussing this issue with civility and better spokes people , I also agree with what akdaca says below. Believing in traditional marriage is a right instilled in freedom of religion but that has nothing to do with Prop 8. Prop 8 was the stripping of the rights of others (something the current president did not support). This is not a difference of opinion on an issue but the oppression of a minority. And oppressors deserve distain- reaching out may educate but don't be fooled not all of these people suffer from a lack of understanding the distinction they are bigots pure and simple/”
On Education, Obama Blows It
Commented Feb 25, 2009 at 14:48:30 in Politics
“Blown it? The man has been on the job a little over a month. He's had other things to deal with. Both you and the author need to relax. Your Blown it BS is ridiculous - give the man a chance. We have an opportunity to really discuss education but your attitudes have no place in reasonable discussion. You sound like the G0P critisize first without t adding construction ideas.”
Stimulus-Hating Governors Need Money More Than Others
Commented Feb 25, 2009 at 14:29:59 in Politics
“Great article - I nearly gagged when Jindal both this weekend on MTP and last night touted how well Louisiana was doing. He failed to mention it was at the expense of many other states who contributed (happily) Federal tax dollars to the rebuilding effort following Katrina. Something I might add he has failed to achieve in any meaningful way. I don't what to punish the people of these states who obviously need the money but I agree if these Gov. want to take a hard line then we should insist they don't take a cent above what they contribute. The Hypocrisy from these southern states on fiscal responsibility is deafening.”
CNN's Wolf Blitzer Lapdogs While Senator Hatch Lies
Commented Feb 25, 2009 at 12:17:44 in Media
“The bottom line is Wolf is a terrible journalist. I started noticing during the primary and stopped watching. That said, I don't think his problem is bias, like some here suggest, but rather stupidity, laziness and a love of gossip that rivals Perez Hilton. If you look at the number of hours he is on he could easily inform the American public by simply having independent experts on even for a small % of the time. Instead he reports the gossip and stupid talking points. If he actually discussed the issues and did research that would require work and IQ points he does not possess.”
Hysteria is So Yesterday: This Is a Media Wake Up Call
Commented Feb 24, 2009 at 21:53:52 in Media
“Well written - unfortunately without the grandstanding or hysteria a large % of out "journalist" would have nothing to say. They are either too lazy, too corrupt or too stupid to actually report the issues with balanced and proper research.”
michellekraus replied on Feb 25, 2009 at 14:08:27
“Thank you. Obama does understand and was very clear last night in his conversation with Congress. In fact, he amusingly repeated his words on taxes several times so that there was no misunderstanding. Remarkably, his talk was very important to the healing of both the members of Congress and the American people. It is time for rifts among the Congressional members to be put aside for the Country. And it is time for the populace to have hope yet again that someone is driving the bus and that someone knows how to drive.”
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