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Re: MERGED: The Politics Thread
« Reply #705 on: January 19, 2009, 01:29:08 PM »
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I wonder if Obama's presidency will mean the end of political humor as we have known it for the past 16 years?


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Yeah, it will!   And shortly the Congress will be passing a law making it illegal to criticize the Exalted High Ruler and Annointed One, that being Lord Obama. Why, that would be racist.

According to CNN, we all "need to get behind this President" and come together.  Keep hearing how we really need for this President to "succeed"!

Don't recall that CNN put out the same appeal when Clarence Thomas ascended to a seat on the Supreme Court or when Colin Powell, then Condy Rice became Secretary of State?

Oh for the days when you could say anything about anybody AND the TV networks just reported the news everynight.  
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Re: MERGED: The Politics Thread
« Reply #706 on: January 19, 2009, 01:54:52 PM »
 
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Re: MERGED: The Politics Thread
« Reply #707 on: January 19, 2009, 02:24:44 PM »
Point taken, Druul.  Sorry if I appeared to overreact.

Do I believe he could even get away with it?  No.  The idea that a politician and/or an advisor could pose such an idea with any seriousness was what got me angry.  For the record, I'm on the fence if a foreign-born should be president, like Schwarzenegger.  I'm sure there are plenty of those serving longer than I've been alive, which puts it in perspective.  Like Dennis Miller said, we need to "click the refresh button" on the Constitution.

The limits of power and control, checks and balances, what I believe, to be some of the greatest things about how our govt works (when it does work).

I guess I need to remember here at the forum anything Democrats do is great, and Reublicans are total screw ups.  <insert sarcastic smirk>
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Re: MERGED: The Politics Thread
« Reply #708 on: January 19, 2009, 03:00:07 PM »
 
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 Why, that would be racist.

It has nothing to do with race. Clinton and Bush were comedy gold mines. Obama is about as funny as a final exam in physics.
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Re: MERGED: The Politics Thread
« Reply #709 on: January 19, 2009, 05:00:20 PM »
Dearc: Well, this IS a thread named "Barack Obama," and started by that unique post by gOOber, so I think a little support here is going to be expected.
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Re: MERGED: The Politics Thread
« Reply #710 on: January 19, 2009, 05:07:48 PM »
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Dearc: Well, this IS a thread named "Barack Obama," and started by that unique post by gOOber, so I think a little support here is going to be expected.



I beg to differ.  Criticism is just as healthy...even bad criticism like my own.  It's also healthy for supporters to know there's a dissenter in the room.
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Re: MERGED: The Politics Thread
« Reply #711 on: January 19, 2009, 05:12:46 PM »
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TheZookie007 said:
Yup, it's good value for money. I'd rather spend $150 mil on a blowout party...


So much for 'spreading the wealth around a little.'

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He hasn't even been sworn in to his 1st term, and we're supposed to be afraid that he's already plotting his 3rd?? It's going to be a reeeeally long 4 years...  

Well, he is already campaigning for 2012...

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I guess I need to remember here at the forum anything Democrats do is great, and Reublicans are total screw ups.  <insert sarcastic smirk>

Now you're getting it.
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Re: MERGED: The Politics Thread
« Reply #712 on: January 19, 2009, 05:16:53 PM »
There's no difference, dissent away -- said "a little" support, never said "stay off."

The trouble being, I really wish for dissent that was substantive.  I mean, "Mallard Fillmore" -- talk about a lame duck.  Oh no, the Secret Service may kiss the President's ass -- wow, what a shocking new development.

Notty continues to be the best here so far -- pointing up the internal hypocrisy of his stance on coal (and I hail from a city that sees one or two sub-zero days, relied on coal for steel, and is next door to West Virginia) or the crazy money it takes to pull off an inauguration.

I don't despair like others seem to when it comes to criticizing him.  If the man does -- finally DOES -- something blatant, we won't give a damn what color he is.  The Presidency is a job, not simply a prize for this or that team.  The Bush dynasty has already made that clear.
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Re: MERGED: The Politics Thread
« Reply #713 on: January 19, 2009, 05:48:38 PM »
I wasn't planning on posting in this thread after the election, but it seems I can't help myself. I'm sure my mood will improve after the inauguration, but right now I just want to scream, "I didn't vote for Obama! I don't give a shit about this 'historic event!' Go fuck yourself! In the ear!"

*takes a deep breath*

Nonetheless,

When I offer up criticisms of the man, they'll be based on his actions or lack thereof. My personal feelings will only season the dish, not provide the main ingredient.

*smiles sweetly*
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Re: MERGED: The Politics Thread
« Reply #714 on: January 19, 2009, 06:36:26 PM »
Sounds good to me -- looking forward to it.
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Re: MERGED: The Politics Thread
« Reply #715 on: January 19, 2009, 09:41:17 PM »
Notty! Where did you get the figure cost of Obama's inauguration?

I tried to find it and all I get that we wont know for another month what it will be. However I did find the figure for Bush 2005 inauguration at $157 million dollars. Which most of it was spent from taxpayers money, and not like the partial contribution from Obama's. Basic secret service security for all president ran around $115 millions dollar.
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Re: MERGED: The Politics Thread
« Reply #716 on: January 19, 2009, 10:09:25 PM »
That doesn't surprise me. You can always count on Bush to waste millions of dollars. But I HOPED for a CHANGE from Obama.

http://biz.yahoo.com/cnnm/090116/011609_inauguration_costs.html?.v=2
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Re: MERGED: The Politics Thread
« Reply #717 on: January 19, 2009, 10:14:38 PM »
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I'm sure my mood will improve after the inauguration, but right now I just want to scream, "I didn't vote for Obama! I don't give a shit about this 'historic event!' Go fuck yourself! In the ear!"



Notty, I give you lots of credit.  You hit it on the head, because that's EXACTLY the way I feel, too.

Deep down, I wish people would celebrate when appropriate and let the guy go to work when he does.  I just keep thinking, "He hasn't even done anything!" and the world is freaking out.  I can only imagine the fallout when a plan falls through or he didn't do something else first, something that was priority to another.

Honestly, I'm alot more consistent in person.  I can never remember what I type, but very well at what I say.  I'm not that much into blogging or forums anyhow.

Sorry for my stupid rants.  Going to get **92** now.
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Re: MERGED: The Politics Thread
« Reply #718 on: January 19, 2009, 11:37:23 PM »
lol

of course many americans arent ready to do a tumble roll down the middle of the streets at the prospect of ridding themselves of one of the most vile leaders in your history.

i mean 47% of you voted for a ticket with freaking sarah palin on it.  no wonder you scare the shit out of the rest of the world...
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Re: MERGED: The Politics Thread
« Reply #719 on: January 20, 2009, 06:39:20 AM »
Obama's inauguration party expensive? About the same price as W's
http://mediamatters.org/columns/200901170003?f=h_top
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