Not what I said my next post would be but a crisis is a crisis - and we are headed towards socialism in this country more than ever.
For starters, I love seeing people (i.e. Nancy Pelosi) blame "Bush's failed economic policies" for the current situation. While Bush has screwed up many many things, this one is not his fault. Shockingly it started with one of Jimmy Carter's failures* (worst. president. ever - How the hell did he win a Nobel Prize?). One more example of how the government meddling screws everything up. And as that video goes onto to show, it was then the Clinton Administration who exacerbated the problem. This is why I hear so many people claim how much more Dems care about the people and why Republicans hate poor people. Well now poor people can't afford homes because of the Dems and many have lost their house as well.
As that video also shows, Bush and McCain tried to go after Fannie and Freddie but guess who stopped them? The democrats, of course. Always looking out for the common man, clearly. We always hear about Bush making his "oil buddies" rich and getting rich off the "war for oil", yet we never hear about Obama getting rich off Fannie and Freddie or how he has made many of the people responsible for this mess rich. Yet another free pass for The Chosen One.
*should this video be taken down try going here.
Showing posts with label politics. Show all posts
Showing posts with label politics. Show all posts
Wednesday, October 1, 2008
Tuesday, September 9, 2008
Oh those crazy leftists....
First of all I recommend watching Obama's interview with George Stephanopoulos, mainly the part on the surge in Iraq. It is not possible for Obama to ever admit he was wrong or admit victory over there.
Next I would like to point out that after Sarah Palin nixed the "Bridge to Nowhere", Tom Coburn put forth a vote to push the federal funding from that project to help victims of Hurricane Katrina. And guess who voted to keep the funds on a pointless bridge rather than for families who needed it? That's right, your Democratic Ticket: Obama and Biden. Yeah that's the party for the people.
I am beginning to think that if Joe Biden was a conservative he would be labeled a racist. First there was the "You have to have to have an Indian accent to go into 7-11" comment. To top that, he was/is for segregating Iraq into three different states based on religion/race. Are you kidding me? And this was a proposal for forced segregation, as in you have no choice move to this area of the country.
Is this a man you really want ONE heartbeat away from the presidency?
Next post: Let's take a look at all the positions Obama has flip-flopped on already without admitting he was wrong initially and they ways in which he contradicts himself.
Next I would like to point out that after Sarah Palin nixed the "Bridge to Nowhere", Tom Coburn put forth a vote to push the federal funding from that project to help victims of Hurricane Katrina. And guess who voted to keep the funds on a pointless bridge rather than for families who needed it? That's right, your Democratic Ticket: Obama and Biden. Yeah that's the party for the people.
I am beginning to think that if Joe Biden was a conservative he would be labeled a racist. First there was the "You have to have to have an Indian accent to go into 7-11" comment. To top that, he was/is for segregating Iraq into three different states based on religion/race. Are you kidding me? And this was a proposal for forced segregation, as in you have no choice move to this area of the country.
Is this a man you really want ONE heartbeat away from the presidency?
Next post: Let's take a look at all the positions Obama has flip-flopped on already without admitting he was wrong initially and they ways in which he contradicts himself.
Wednesday, September 3, 2008
Sarah Palin rocks....
That was one hell of a speech. Obama took a beating tonight - Apollo Creed against Ivan Drago type beating. That is all.
Diddy, hypocrisy of the left, and more
Let me just start by saying thank you to all the celebrities out there who keep opening their mouth. They have tried this the past two elections and it has backfired but they simply do not learn. The general public does not give a flying crap what P. Diddy or Paris Hilton think about politics. P Diddy apparently has an Obama-blog and this is his latest genius.
First of all, if a white person came out and said "There are no black people in Alaska. No crack-heads, no crime..." they would be labeled a racist/bigot. Which makes it all that more amusing that P Diddy say it. He also then told Alaska to get some "black policies". Which makes no sense since apparently there are no black people there.
Wait, whats that? There actually are black people in Alaska, in fact 4.72% of the population is black. While that is below national average (13.4%), it seems to be greater than the 1.74% of Diddy's place of residence in NJ. I am sure Diddy lives in an area full of crack-heads and crime as well.
I also love the fact that the "progressive" left is attacking Sarah Palin. "How can she be a mother of 5 and run the country?" Do they ask the same question if a father of 5 kids runs for president? Seems somewhat sexist. Nevermind the fact that as VP, you don't have to run your kids to the doctor or school or go to the store as they have the Secret Service and others to do those types of things. She is married as well and I am guessing Papa Palin will be leaving his job should she win the election. But her accepting the job opportunity of a lifetime is foolhardy and irresponsible as a mother.
Plus the "progressive" left is attacking her family for her 17 year old daughter being pregnant. Aren't they the party who accepts non-traditional ways of life? I'm guessing a substantial amount of the lefts voting constituents might have been born to an unwed mother.
First of all, if a white person came out and said "There are no black people in Alaska. No crack-heads, no crime..." they would be labeled a racist/bigot. Which makes it all that more amusing that P Diddy say it. He also then told Alaska to get some "black policies". Which makes no sense since apparently there are no black people there.
Wait, whats that? There actually are black people in Alaska, in fact 4.72% of the population is black. While that is below national average (13.4%), it seems to be greater than the 1.74% of Diddy's place of residence in NJ. I am sure Diddy lives in an area full of crack-heads and crime as well.
I also love the fact that the "progressive" left is attacking Sarah Palin. "How can she be a mother of 5 and run the country?" Do they ask the same question if a father of 5 kids runs for president? Seems somewhat sexist. Nevermind the fact that as VP, you don't have to run your kids to the doctor or school or go to the store as they have the Secret Service and others to do those types of things. She is married as well and I am guessing Papa Palin will be leaving his job should she win the election. But her accepting the job opportunity of a lifetime is foolhardy and irresponsible as a mother.
Plus the "progressive" left is attacking her family for her 17 year old daughter being pregnant. Aren't they the party who accepts non-traditional ways of life? I'm guessing a substantial amount of the lefts voting constituents might have been born to an unwed mother.
Tuesday, September 2, 2008
Dems are sinking to new alltime lows....
This is making me physically ill. The left, the Democratic party, the party "of the people", the party that cares more have just sunk to an abominable low.
First it started with Michael Moore (surprise, surprise). Moore, appearing on Keith Olbermann (another fine citizen), said that Gustav coming during the RNC is proof that good is on their side. Real compassionate there, Mikey. Of course, we already knew he was unethical (Pantagraph basically sued him and it wasn't for the money), now we know he is also a scumbag, immoral prick.
Next, we had the former head of the DNC and Democratic Rep. Spratt from S. Carolina basically saying the same thing as Moore on an airplane. Unfortunately for them, it was caught on a camera. Oops. The man taping it also says before he got out his camera, they were ripping on Sarah Palin calling her Quayle on steroids. Stay classy.
Now we have all the liberal rags spouting out conspiracy theories that Trig Palin was also Sarah Palin's daughter's baby. Now when Obama says his wife (an adult who has made her own choices as an adult) is off-limits, these same liberal rags trash anyone who brings her up. These same liberal rags refuse to give credence to the John Edwards story as well. But now we have people calling for the medical records to prove whose baby Trig is; where is the uproar over the baby that is supposedly not Edwards? Its not as if they tried to cover her daughter's pregnancy up- everyone up in Alaska knew. She is also five months pregnant, which puts conception in early April at the latest. Trig was born April 18th. But lets not let the facts stand in the way of the media's coronation of Messiah Obama.
First it started with Michael Moore (surprise, surprise). Moore, appearing on Keith Olbermann (another fine citizen), said that Gustav coming during the RNC is proof that good is on their side. Real compassionate there, Mikey. Of course, we already knew he was unethical (Pantagraph basically sued him and it wasn't for the money), now we know he is also a scumbag, immoral prick.
Next, we had the former head of the DNC and Democratic Rep. Spratt from S. Carolina basically saying the same thing as Moore on an airplane. Unfortunately for them, it was caught on a camera. Oops. The man taping it also says before he got out his camera, they were ripping on Sarah Palin calling her Quayle on steroids. Stay classy.
Now we have all the liberal rags spouting out conspiracy theories that Trig Palin was also Sarah Palin's daughter's baby. Now when Obama says his wife (an adult who has made her own choices as an adult) is off-limits, these same liberal rags trash anyone who brings her up. These same liberal rags refuse to give credence to the John Edwards story as well. But now we have people calling for the medical records to prove whose baby Trig is; where is the uproar over the baby that is supposedly not Edwards? Its not as if they tried to cover her daughter's pregnancy up- everyone up in Alaska knew. She is also five months pregnant, which puts conception in early April at the latest. Trig was born April 18th. But lets not let the facts stand in the way of the media's coronation of Messiah Obama.
Wednesday, August 20, 2008
Well thank god for National Watermelon month...
After reading this article it is no wonder why Congress has like a 20% approval rating and this country is headed for crisis. It makes me want to run for a seat in the House or the Senate but I don't have quite enough experience, unfortunately. That would be like a one-term senator being elected president....
Saturday, August 16, 2008
Freedom of Speech is overrated anyway, right?
It has been a while since my last post, but for those of you in the know it is understandable. Got a lot on my plate as of late. But I digress, and this topic seemed like the best one to get back in the saddle on, as it riled me up quite a bit.
Democrats in Congress are looking into trying to get the Fairness Doctrine re-instated. Basically, they are tired of liberal hosts getting the sh*t kicked out of them in the rating by conservatives. They should call it the Rush Limbaugh Act. I am sure these same Democrats have no problem with the New York Times constantly running their propaganda or CNN and will find a way to not include them in the doctrine, citing non-partisan views. There is a reason very few stations carried Al Franken's show- no one listens. Fox News doesn't dominate the ratings because of the lack of the Fairness Doctrine (I did find it interesting the Dish Network carries CNN and Headline News but not Fox News on their 'Top 100' *cough*bullshit*cough* package).
Not only does this go against the principle of the First Amendment, it goes against capitalism. In Champaign, 1400 WDWS carries Limbaugh because he brings in huge numbers- not because of some corporate conspiracy against liberals. Everyone wants to amke as money as possible in the business world, no matter what it takes. Forcing radio stations to carry unwanted/unneccessary/un-listened to shows hurts their business (bottom line) as well.
In the end, this is all about power (shocking, I know). If the political left has their way, the government would control everything and that never turns out well. Government subsidies are not in the business of making money and that goes against capitalism and hurts the economy. Amtrak is a perfect example as they have stated that turning a profit is not a goal for them. And when they actually did start to make money because of rising fuel prices, they did not have any idea what to do with the profit (read this transcript about halfway down when he starts 'The Real Story"). Yikes. If we aren't careful, the airline industry could be headed this way as fewer and fewer people travel and ticket prices increase - which means more failing airlines and more taxes on the American worker.
Democrats in Congress are looking into trying to get the Fairness Doctrine re-instated. Basically, they are tired of liberal hosts getting the sh*t kicked out of them in the rating by conservatives. They should call it the Rush Limbaugh Act. I am sure these same Democrats have no problem with the New York Times constantly running their propaganda or CNN and will find a way to not include them in the doctrine, citing non-partisan views. There is a reason very few stations carried Al Franken's show- no one listens. Fox News doesn't dominate the ratings because of the lack of the Fairness Doctrine (I did find it interesting the Dish Network carries CNN and Headline News but not Fox News on their 'Top 100' *cough*bullshit*cough* package).
Not only does this go against the principle of the First Amendment, it goes against capitalism. In Champaign, 1400 WDWS carries Limbaugh because he brings in huge numbers- not because of some corporate conspiracy against liberals. Everyone wants to amke as money as possible in the business world, no matter what it takes. Forcing radio stations to carry unwanted/unneccessary/un-listened to shows hurts their business (bottom line) as well.
In the end, this is all about power (shocking, I know). If the political left has their way, the government would control everything and that never turns out well. Government subsidies are not in the business of making money and that goes against capitalism and hurts the economy. Amtrak is a perfect example as they have stated that turning a profit is not a goal for them. And when they actually did start to make money because of rising fuel prices, they did not have any idea what to do with the profit (read this transcript about halfway down when he starts 'The Real Story"). Yikes. If we aren't careful, the airline industry could be headed this way as fewer and fewer people travel and ticket prices increase - which means more failing airlines and more taxes on the American worker.
Tuesday, July 15, 2008
Poverty in America
After a 'friendly' discussion with my soon-to-be mother-in-law, I needed to post about this. She is an ultra-liberal, while I am, of course, quite the conservative. My main contention was that poverty was being overblown by manipulating statistics by the left; there were other much more pressing concerns. In my mind, oil should come first. Nothing else needs to get done until these idiots in Washington lift drilling bans offshore, in Alaska, in the Rockies, and start turning coal into oil.
Here's why I think that:
1. Of those defined as poor by the census, 89% had enough food to eat throughout the year and only 2% had regular bouts with hunger.
2. 96% of poor households avoided utility shut off and 99% avoided eviction.
3. Did you know that 55% of POOR households own 2 or more TVs. And 63% have cable or satellite. 25% own a big screen TV. If that many of them are spending money on these LUXURIES then they don't need the governments attention.
(stats pulled from Glenn Beck's An Inconvenient Book)
Now you must be thinking I am some sort of callous bastard who sticks his nose up at poor people. Not true. My plan for oil will help poor people immensely. Right now, the cost of EVERYTHING is skyrocketing (3.69/gallon of milk?!?!) because of oil prices. And without the serious threat of us becoming more independent, those gas prices are not going anywhere but up. If the cost of everything continues to rise, then the poverty rate will rise with it as well. The poverty line right now is at $9,979 and if common goods such as milk start costing $5/gallon and upwards, then we are pricing more and more Americans out of these goods.
My last point/dig at liberals is if you look at the cities with the highest poverty rates in America, most have been run by non-republicans since 1965:
Cleveland is #1 on this list with 32.4% poverty rate and there has been a Republican Mayor just 38% of the time since 1965. In fact, of the worst 11 cities with regards to poverty, 8 have not had a SINGLE REPUBLICAN MAYOR since '65. Food for thought.
Here's why I think that:
1. Of those defined as poor by the census, 89% had enough food to eat throughout the year and only 2% had regular bouts with hunger.
2. 96% of poor households avoided utility shut off and 99% avoided eviction.
3. Did you know that 55% of POOR households own 2 or more TVs. And 63% have cable or satellite. 25% own a big screen TV. If that many of them are spending money on these LUXURIES then they don't need the governments attention.
(stats pulled from Glenn Beck's An Inconvenient Book)
Now you must be thinking I am some sort of callous bastard who sticks his nose up at poor people. Not true. My plan for oil will help poor people immensely. Right now, the cost of EVERYTHING is skyrocketing (3.69/gallon of milk?!?!) because of oil prices. And without the serious threat of us becoming more independent, those gas prices are not going anywhere but up. If the cost of everything continues to rise, then the poverty rate will rise with it as well. The poverty line right now is at $9,979 and if common goods such as milk start costing $5/gallon and upwards, then we are pricing more and more Americans out of these goods.
My last point/dig at liberals is if you look at the cities with the highest poverty rates in America, most have been run by non-republicans since 1965:
Cleveland is #1 on this list with 32.4% poverty rate and there has been a Republican Mayor just 38% of the time since 1965. In fact, of the worst 11 cities with regards to poverty, 8 have not had a SINGLE REPUBLICAN MAYOR since '65. Food for thought.
Friday, July 11, 2008
Political Correctness or Idiocy?
It's been a while since my last post, but getting engaged eats up a lot of your time (especially when the goal is for a winter wedding in 7 months). But this absurdity had to be posted on. For those of you who have not heard, at a meeting of county commissioners in the Dallas area, one of the commissioners (who happens to be white) said the filing system had turned into a 'black hole'. Harmless, right? Well not to two of the black members at the meeting. One retorted with, "Don't you mean a white hole?" while the other demanded an apology. I recommend watching the video in this link, it is quite astonishing when you stop to consider that second graders understand it is simply a scientific term.
But it does not stop there. Commissioner Price (the 'white hole' genius) now has come out and alleged racism on cakes! Angel's food cake and Devil's food cake to be exact. Also no one can be called the black sheep of the family either according to his genius intellect. (Nevermind the fact that the phrase was coined due to black sheep born into a herd of white sheep) Perhaps Jesse Jackson should threaten to cut his nuts off. (Full disclosure: I whole-heartily believe Jesse Jackson is an attention whore and a moron. Dating all the way back to his days at U of I.)
But it does not stop there. Commissioner Price (the 'white hole' genius) now has come out and alleged racism on cakes! Angel's food cake and Devil's food cake to be exact. Also no one can be called the black sheep of the family either according to his genius intellect. (Nevermind the fact that the phrase was coined due to black sheep born into a herd of white sheep) Perhaps Jesse Jackson should threaten to cut his nuts off. (Full disclosure: I whole-heartily believe Jesse Jackson is an attention whore and a moron. Dating all the way back to his days at U of I.)
Friday, June 20, 2008
Obama at it again...
I can't honestly believe that Barack Obama is going to be the next president of the United States. Lord, help us all. In a classic dirty political backtrack, Obama has rescinded his pledge to use public funding in the election. All of his messages about change and hope don't seem to apply to him. He seems to feel he sets the ground rules for this election; whether its with his wife, his past, or his 'feelings' toward the country about to elect him. I have my problems with McCain, but he has stayed true to his word so far and will apparently use the public funds. This of course puts him at a great disadvantage in terms of spending.
"We have to reject the candidates who use gutter politics to get elected, and we have to favor the ones who put principles over party and political games.
We the people still have the ultimate voice in this country, and we can change our course by empowering those who not only stand for the truth but will fight for it.
When politicians are forced to care about every voter, when they are constantly reminded that they serve at the will of the people, when we start to reconnect with our values, politicians will be forced to reconnect with us."
"We have to reject the candidates who use gutter politics to get elected, and we have to favor the ones who put principles over party and political games.
We the people still have the ultimate voice in this country, and we can change our course by empowering those who not only stand for the truth but will fight for it.
When politicians are forced to care about every voter, when they are constantly reminded that they serve at the will of the people, when we start to reconnect with our values, politicians will be forced to reconnect with us."
Glenn Beck, An Inconvenient Book
Wednesday, June 11, 2008
Liberal Media
Its been said that the media is more enamoured/in love with Barack Obama than they ever were with JFK. Yikes. He has been given a free pass on every questionable decision he has made and all his shady acquaintances/pastors/friends. I am not sure if the media has just fallen under his charismatic spell or they just hate George W. Bush so much, that the farthest option from him is the best choice no matter what the cost.
Unfortunately, that cost will be at our expense. Obama is going to tax the shit out of everyone. Working for a small business myself, and not making all that much money, this is not good news. There was positive to come out of yesterday, as the Ohio governor pulled his name from consideration and that may be the most important state in the election. When this election got started, I never thought I could be behind McCain passionately; Obama has pushed me into doing just that.
Unfortunately, that cost will be at our expense. Obama is going to tax the shit out of everyone. Working for a small business myself, and not making all that much money, this is not good news. There was positive to come out of yesterday, as the Ohio governor pulled his name from consideration and that may be the most important state in the election. When this election got started, I never thought I could be behind McCain passionately; Obama has pushed me into doing just that.
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