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to CLW wrote on Dec 15, 2008 10:04 AM:

" Did you say RUDE, IGNORANT and JUST PLAIN NOT NICE?

Funny...I think those terms will do for a start in describing the classmates and instructors of Waverli.

Not a Democrat in that bunch, I'm sure. "




CLW wrote on Dec 15, 2008 7:59 AM:

" Oh Kathy,
I am ashamed of you. This country is so screwed with Obama as our New President, you soon will see. I am not sure how you sleep at night with your thoughts, It seems to me you Democrats are RUDE, IGNORANT, and just plain not nice. You do the democrats proud by writing articles like that. It really shows your partys true colors. Its a very sad time in our country when we have Democrats (people like you) running this country. "




jp wrote on Dec 12, 2008 7:21 AM:

" so what's the difference between Blegojevic and bill clinton? Clinton sold all of us out, not just a senate seat! "




jp wrote on Dec 11, 2008 11:10 PM:

" stock advice; (choose to implement it or not) buy north slope crude, in barrell lot, when it hits $31.80/bbl.
if you do this you'll yield approx. 145% yield in 3 months.

would this be considered inside trading? "




jp to stupid people wrote on Dec 11, 2008 11:04 PM:

" keep up your "normal" train of thought, and i'll keep making loads of money off you total morons! the stock market preys upon people just like you, and i am one of those who pride myself in leading you to the slaughter!

keep it up, i'm making 67.3% off of you right now! "




To Uncle Jed wrote on Dec 11, 2008 3:29 PM:

" A lot of people, Uncle Jed?

I don't think so...

I mean, a LOT OF PEOPLE voted in this landslide election and the people who feel as you, jp and spankles do--were totally buried in it. "




Uncle Jed wrote on Dec 10, 2008 5:16 PM:

" I find commentary authors like jp and spankles very comforting. I think there are a lot of people that share thier opinion. the young gangster generation just go on line more. "




To JP wrote on Dec 10, 2008 1:15 PM:

" In addition the hobbies you stated(chopping wood, shooting animals, and polluting the environment (in a totally legal way of course) and riding snowmobiles) you forgot to include DROOLING IN A BUCKET, YOU NEANDERTHAL. "




Amazing wrote on Dec 10, 2008 1:11 PM:

" I'm sure some here also adore Ann Coulter - thinking she's a wonderful person who makes sense too!

Frightening and sad. "




jp wrote on Dec 10, 2008 12:51 PM:

" hey, i wasn't the one who claimed to be a blog troll, someone on here called me one.
i don't defend Palins actions, nor do i condone them, she is a politician, and all of them are corrupt!
i only defend our state, simply because i live here, and you freaks keep bashing us.
if you truly believe you are better than we are, come on up, and i'll take you all on a wonderous back country expedition!

i'll supply your honey and bacon scented mosquito repellant! "




Spankles to jp wrote on Dec 10, 2008 9:31 AM:

" You are still my hero. You are the only one who makes any sense to me! "




To JP wrote on Dec 10, 2008 7:12 AM:

" Yes, JP, take your own advice and get a life. "




THIS IS TO JP wrote on Dec 10, 2008 6:37 AM:

" "Get a life"? That's interesting coming from you because your name on practically EVERY blog on this lame-excuse for a news site. The hours you've spent blogging here could have been more productive elsewhere - like helping your mom clean her house, which probably still live in. It's you who really needs to get a life.

From your blogs it's obvious that you're dark, intolerant and have very little self-esteem. For the sake of people who wish to exchange opinions in a somewhat civilized manner, do something else, please. "




TO jp wrote on Dec 10, 2008 5:11 AM:

" Nah...you're too reactive (to be telling the truth about blog trolling). You talk too much about Alaska and the outback; are too defensive about work; and make remarks that are not well thought out--just angry and spiteful.

If you were a blog troll your rhetoric would be strategic, and consistently pointed.

You represent the Palin bloggers here, who, when confronted by Obama bloggers, find themselves unable to stand up to the serious questions his supporters pose, cannot back up Palin's character, politics and behavior issues--then fade from view altogether.

You're just looking for an out, jp. "




jpto hahahaha wrote on Dec 9, 2008 9:08 PM:

" if i wanted to be a "true intellectual" i'd have to close my businesses(that pay your welfare) read a bunch of worthless books that are written by a bunch of lazy people, and attend raunchy, back patting luncheons and openings, that serve absolutely no purpose other than to boost ones ego through the roof, and make them smug and completely unlikeable!

why on earth would i want to do that?

i think i'll stick to chopping wood, shooting animals, and polluting the environment (in a totally legal way of course) and riding snowmobiles! "




jp wrote on Dec 9, 2008 8:57 PM:

" hahahaha, "you people" are so gullible, it makes me laugh!
at times, i wonder how any of you can tie your own shoes without help of a website that instructs you on the "art of shoe tying"
i have not a care about who does what, who did who, and who is going to be who!
i do this for the sheer entertainment of seeing how many people i can get all ruffle-feathered.
if you people are stupid enough to take me seriously, you need psychological help indeed!
signed: the Blog Troll
p.s. get a life! "




jack wrote on Dec 9, 2008 7:07 PM:

" personally im a democrat but the abuse of power always have and always will be part of human nature , now have said that , im a d democrat bercause the republican as a party supports the wealthy ..... their whole phillisophy on less government is based on trickle down ecomony .... look it up . but we must alwaysbe wary no matter "




FOX News wrote on Dec 9, 2008 3:44 PM:

" I caught Huckabee on Fox earlier. Under discussion were today's blaring headlines about the Illinois's governor.

Arch conservatives may be unhappy to know that Huckabee, et al made a point of observing they've found no illegal or questionably ethical links between the governor--and Obama.

An aside: the conservative Chicago Tribune, in a recent editorial critical of the governor, cited a lengthy interview they did with Obama in the last year, from which they were confidently able to put to rest any festering questions the Tribune had had regarding Obama...and Rezko. "




HAHAHAHAHA wrote on Dec 9, 2008 3:16 PM:

" JP, better crawl back into your hole; you've been kicked to the curb here over and over. I admire your desire, but you need to go back to school and educate yourself about political science and history. You're blogging from emotion instead of from an intellectual position. A true intellectual will look honestly at an opposing argument and give credit where credit is due. A true intellectual is not a hypocrite. Are you up to that task? "




Hey Obama-Hater JP wrote on Dec 9, 2008 10:29 AM:

" JP, latest news reports are that the Illinois governor was caught on a wire tap saying the following re: Obama:

At one point, Blagojevich, a Democrat, complained that Obama's team wasn't "willing to give me anything except appreciation. [Bleep] them."

So - if this is accurate, you should quit flapping your gums about Obama somehow being involved with the governor's illegal activities.

Link:
http://www.marketwatch.com/news/story/governor-charged-soliciting-bribes-sell/story.aspx?guid=%7BE74B5227%2D7D01%2D4267%2D83F4%2D8A1BD866CE0C%7D&dist=msr_2&referer=sphere_related_content "




HEY JP wrote on Dec 9, 2008 9:31 AM:

" Just so you are not left wondering...

Obama won the November 2004 US Senate general election, receiving 70% of the vote to Republican opponent, Alan Keyes's 27%--making it the largest victory margin for a statewide race in Illinois history.

Any other questions? "




TO jp wrote on Dec 9, 2008 9:18 AM:

" ...actually, jp, it doesn't make me wonder at all.

do you have anything factual to share with us, that a sane person could take seriously--or is this just another attempt y you to spread right-wing, paranoid propaganda to one and all?

or, could it be you are suffering from an extremist-hangover regarding yesterday's huge news story that the conservative US Supreme Court refuses to take seriously the outrageous suit about Obama's citizenship, alleged by a bunch of conservative whack jobs? "




Ya Gotta Be Kiddin Me wrote on Dec 9, 2008 8:50 AM:

" Ya Gotta Be Kiddin Me is a legend in his own mind. I can't believe he took time to state the mind-numbing obvious: that there's ALWAYS a percentage of people who disagree with their party's choice as a candidate. WOW!!! !!!

What a colossal waste of time reading your comment. Did it take you long to come up with it? Here's an idea: next time have an interesting point before you tap your keyboard. Better yet, post comments on some kiddie site - perhaps those readers will find them remotely interesting. "




TO JP wrote on Dec 9, 2008 8:29 AM:

" Dahhh... No, Not really.

And why is it that when I scrolled through various opinion letters I've seen comments throughout most every one of them? My god, man, you sound like a dork who still lives at home and spends all his entire day blogging - not well to boot! Your comments are shrill and angry - and anything but thought-provoking.

Move out of your parents' home and get a girlfriend for heavens sake! "




TO To Ya Gotta Be Kiddin Me wrote on Dec 9, 2008 8:11 AM:

" Nice try, but you ARE an extreme right-winger. Let me put it as Ms. Sarah might so you can understand it:

Dawgonit, yer a right-winger like me. We're simple. We like utterin Christ's name whenever possible or convenient. Also we speak like REAL Americans - none of them fancy word endins. We (wink) like talkin' to the TRUE Americans: those in rural places or on farms. And we believe in protectin our society from inappropriate books, learnin' our kids wrong.

There's no foolin' readers. Yer like me - Republican and proud, dawgonit "




Independent Observer wrote on Dec 9, 2008 8:10 AM:

" I'm a registered Independent who's been reading a great deal of Conservative news recently. I'm struck by the correlation in the scare tactics--between the right wingers and those of Hitler's Nazi Germany.

Fear, fear, fear is blanketed everywhere throughout copy, broadcast and print media. Very much like Hitler's effective use of the emotion to inspire insensitivity and hatred against the poor Jews.

All of us--each and every American--must be extremely careful about where we receive our news, and to what/whom we listen. For the sake of the country--question everything with consideration. "




I LOVE IT wrote on Dec 9, 2008 7:36 AM:

" NICE! General Shinseki has been vindicated - back as Obama’s choice to run the Department of Veterans Affairs.

If anyone in DUMB-DUMB's administration (one of the top 5 worst presidents ever) understood what was going to happen in Iraq, it was Shinseki. He advocated a practical strategy and genuinely cared about his fellow soldiers. Too bad Bush in his infinite wisdom sided with Cheney and Rumsfeld.

Bush, Cheney, Rumsfeld ahave been discredited; their party is no longer in charge - THANKFULLY; and Shinseki is back.

OUTSTANDING SELECTION, OBAMA! "




jp wrote on Dec 9, 2008 7:18 AM:

" with the governor of illinois getting busted trying to sell the senate seat, makes you wonder how Obama got the senate seat in illinois don't it ? "




LATEST POLLS wrote on Dec 9, 2008 6:56 AM:

" Apparently, people aren't so unhappy...

http://www.cnn.com/2008/POLITICS/12/09/Obama.poll/index.html "




TO Theyre always funny wrote on Dec 8, 2008 11:21 PM:

" Just an FYI:

I just checked FOX, CNN, ABC, CBS, NBC, the Drudge Report, LA Times, Chicago Tribune, Washington Post and New York Times for the liberals vs. Obama story.

You may be interested in knowing that only ABC and Drudge had that story.

Although I am a journalist, I would say by anyone's estimation, it is indeed a "little story", with not enough legs to make it a national headliner for the day. "




Theyre always funny wrote on Dec 8, 2008 6:41 PM:

" Liberals are always funny when those unfathomable things called 'facts' are thrown at them. There is a growing group of his own party that's starting to see the light about the real Obama. It's in the news more and more. And they call it 'little news story'. 'A few people'. Yeah, OK. I guess these are the same people that thought it was no big deal when Bubba lied under oath, Hillary lied about the missing FBI files, and they both got caught accepting campaing money from the Chinese. But if a Conservative belches in public it's a scandal. "




To Ya Gotta Be Kiddin Me wrote on Dec 8, 2008 6:37 PM:

" Get ready for a shock..there are some of us Democrats that DIDN'T want Obama as President!! (Hard to fathom with a narrow mind, isn't it?!) But the ASSumption that since we wanted any other QUALIFIED Democrat candidate, we must be 'right-wing extremists' (ha ha!) says volumes about your limited perspective on the issue. So..to answer your question..No, you're NOT understanding this correctly! "




jp to to A.B. wrote on Dec 8, 2008 1:00 PM:

" what did i lie about? "




jp wrote on Dec 8, 2008 12:59 PM:

" it doesn't matter who was wrong or who was right.
it comes down to this:
the new president has become Bill Clinton, and he has every cabinet member of the same era, including hillary.

he has a HUGE hole to get out of(not just hillary) and with his team that he's picked, our deficit will become larger than it ever has, as we have nothing more to sell out!
if he can pull us out of this, i would admit that he was one of the best presidents ever.
i bet i won't have to do that "




Ya Gotta Be Kiddin Me wrote on Dec 8, 2008 12:26 PM:

" Let's see--am I understanding this correctly?

A very small portion of the liberal left is expressing some concern that Obama isn't staffing his entire cabinet/post openings with liberals...but is including people from the right, including Republican conservatives...and the right wing extremists on this site are complaining?

If God himself came down from the heavens and said "Obama's who I want for US President!" you people would find fault, or look for some conspiracy, or accuse God of being a commie socialist!

And you wonder why anyone you'd back for president--was rejected by a landslide?!? "




TO DUMB DUMB wrote on Dec 8, 2008 11:46 AM:

" If the most anti-Obama angle you can come up with (so far) is how the Democrats disagreed with him on how the surplus money should be used.... o .... k... Yes, they voiced their disagreement... is there a point here?

Rather than this, your anger should be directed at your boy Bush and the myriad of problems he left to the next president... whoever they may have been!!!!! "




To Dumb Dumb wrote on Dec 8, 2008 11:27 AM:

" Yeah, I saw that little story on Fox's web site. It was there for about 5 minutes, before it was entirely banished and then replaced with "Report: Man Accused of Cooking Girlfriend Dies in Jail".

What a media outlet. They're just so serious over there at Fox. Un-huh. News and reporting one can always count on. Un-huh. "




Jo wrote on Dec 8, 2008 10:50 AM:

" Poll Results wrote,
"You tell us to "accept and deal with it, he won." Sounds like there's a little dictatorship in your socialism."

Dictatorship? Socialism? He did win! Honest democracy there. Everybody had a chance to vote. You can deal with it or not. Your choice. "




To DUMB DUMB TWIT wrote on Dec 8, 2008 10:27 AM:

" ...actually, dumb dumb twit, last week it WAS a lie. The ignorant blogger totally reframed the content of the AP story, blowing it way out of proportion, as we have come to expect from the right wing propagadists.

If you were a real smart cookie, you would know that Obama is the president-elect, and hasn't taken office yet.

Nobody is regretting their vote, for God's sake, the man hasn't even taken office yet and can only do so much in advance.

"Concern" and "regret" are not the same--did you know? "




To Dumb Dumb wrote on Dec 8, 2008 9:24 AM:

" Well, today's headline news is "Liberals Voice Concerns About Obama". I see quotes in there from the left like "this isn't the change we had envisioned". I see it on every network, and the Politico article is being mentioned in newspapers. But again, I suppose you think this is something that a single individual in here is 'making up' or some such nonsense, since you obviously don't actually read or watch the news! Again..ANY other Democratic candidate besides Obama would have been the better choice! "




TO A.B. wrote on Dec 8, 2008 8:07 AM:

" Finally! A story is written as of today that characterizes what AB and JP lied about last week in the other blog.

I am the blogger who was asking for that source. They took down the blog before I could respond.

I'd already seen the AP story days before that--and nowhere in it were the Dems characterized the way you people said. I was right--you exaggerated!

NOW you can be pleased that--TODAY--there's a story to back you up. Last week--there wasn't. (You should've told the truth. Always site your sources!) "




RepubNoMore wrote on Dec 8, 2008 7:25 AM:

" To No Wonder: I, too, am ashamed of Republicans and ready to register otherwise.

To all the lunatics who think Obama isn't American, go to factcheck.org or check out the Supreme Court decision to reject arguments to the contrary. Also check out that Berg headcase very carefully.

Everyone needs to move on. Obama will be our next president and that is what the majority of Americans want. "




A.B. wrote on Dec 8, 2008 7:23 AM:

" I'm sort of glad he doesn't seem to be sticking to his original promises. People just don't seem to be educated enough to know his kind of changes are not what America needs. The fact is our country is a contitutional republic and not a democracy, well, it is now, and that is what it should be restore to, not more socialist. And yes, to those who think the liberal left isn't dismayed that Obama isn't leaning towards their leftist view, here is just one story. http://www.politico.com/news/stories/1208/16292.html "




Poll results wrote on Dec 7, 2008 11:44 PM:

" Just like the uneducated majority that voted for Osama, your also leading the results in bashing. Count them up. You can't accept that those who do not recoginize your president as an individual worthy of this position. You tell us to "accept and deal with it, he won." Sounds like there's a little dictatorship in your socialism. How many of you sheep will admit your support of him when he fails? Isn't that what our Presidential leaders do? You sure seem to think Bush did. Add one bash for the good guys. "




No Wonder wrote on Dec 7, 2008 6:47 PM:

" After reading the comments from most of the Republicans on this site, I can see why the article is titled "Ashamed of Republicans." Their behavior is something to be ashamed of. "




To Calo wrote on Dec 7, 2008 6:06 PM:

" The only people laughing, calo, are those witnessing your incredible naivete.

You practically can't even get a library card in this country--post-9/11--without proving your place of birth.

Obama's been a passport holder, frequent flyer, law student, law professor, Senator, and (successful) candidate for US presidency--all of which require a valid birth certificate--yet you hold onto this wild, unfounded belief. Why? Because you want so badly for it to be true.

You need to deal with reality. OBAMA IS A US CITIZEN, WITH AN AMERICAN MOTHER AND THE PRESIDENT-ELECT. PERIOD! "




Oops wrote on Dec 7, 2008 4:58 PM:

" Calo - go play on the interstate. It's a dead issue, Obama was NOT and I repeat was NOT born in Kenya, geez just like Bristol is Trigs mother, People stop the madness "




Jo wrote on Dec 7, 2008 4:49 PM:

" Calo,
Obama was born in Hawaii and that has been a STATE for a long, long time - just like Alaska.

As far as UK laughing at us - they are thrilled out of their minds that he won. My sister lives in UK.

If you really try you will find Obamas "certificate of live birth" which is what Hawaii issued at the time. It is the same as a birth certificate.

AND Phil Berg is a crackpot. He also said that Bush knew in advance about 9/1l. "




to the conspiracy nutcases wrote on Dec 7, 2008 4:44 PM:

" oh calo--put a sock in it!

if someone has proof that obama's not a u.s. citizen get off your lazy rear and notify the supreme court, cia, fbi, local sheriff, avon lady...somebody, for god's sake. enough of your nonsense!

do you really, really, really believe that a man who has a legal background in constitutional law is going to drop the ball on his own citizenship, slip by the fbi, electoral board, supreme court, etc. and somehow pull it all off? good lord--have you completely lost your marbles?

prove it--or shut up! "




calo wrote on Dec 7, 2008 1:25 PM:

" And the shame is on those Americans who fail to fully research the background of their politital representatives. If you do a web search outside the USA you'll find that Obama was indeed born in Kenya, attorney Phil Berg in Pennsylvania has proof of it, and people in the UK and elsewhere are laughing at you for your gullibility and naivete! Grow up America. Your country is in the midst of a political coup and you're too busy arguing, or too impotent to do anything about it! "




calo wrote on Dec 7, 2008 1:10 PM:

" It is amazing to me how often those who profess to hate the Republicans or are ashamed of Republicans don't complain when they benefit from Republican actions. For instance, yes Senator Stevens, a Republican, is now appealing his sentence, handed down in a trial with numerous irregularities that should have led to a mistrial. Senator Stevens helped numerous people in dire need who had nowhere else to turn. Some of whom turned on him rather than wait to see results of his appeal. And shame on those who believed documented media smear campaign against Gov Palin. "




Jo wrote on Dec 7, 2008 10:52 AM:

" The show is over folks. The Democrates won. Deal with it! "




To Shame on you wrote on Dec 7, 2008 9:58 AM:

" 'OSAMA Democrats' did you say?

You really are filthy, aren't you? "




A.B. wrote on Dec 7, 2008 9:49 AM:

" I'm just tired of either group getting painted by the same broad brush. Forget about parties for a moment, forget about the actions of a few. Focus on what a president ought to be doing...which is? In January he will take an oath, that oath is to uphold the Constition, all of it, not just part of it or the part he feels he should, but all of it. That is the guide line in which a president should be held accountable...period. Lets see how he does then go from there. "




Jerry wrote on Dec 7, 2008 9:27 AM:

" I'm embarassed to be an Alaskan. The Governor was a poor pick for John McCain & has no business on the national scene, unless she wants to embarass herself, her family & state again.

First ,she must be educated & lose the dopes that surround her. Second, only give interviews with Fox News. It would have been fun to watch the campaign, if it wasn't so sad. "




McCain Supporter wrote on Dec 7, 2008 9:20 AM:

" Aw, shucks...the Democrats have nothing to worry about regarding Palin. She's so self-destructive and essentially inept--even Dan Quayle advanced himself further than she.

Palin couldn't even clothe her own children yet alone pose a political threat to anyone outside the Wasilla city council.

Her most remarkable accomplishment this election year--making her infant son an uncle--in his first year of life.

The Dems chewed her up, spit her out and sent her packing. So much the better. I'm just grateful we still have McCain in Washington--where he belongs and can do us all some good. "




Republic turned Independent wrote on Dec 7, 2008 8:52 AM:

" Ashamed of Republicans? You betcha!

I switched to Independent when it became obvious that the GOPs internal problems were reaching critical mass. Since the mid-80s, the party has increasingly attracted the fringe element--the Fundamentalists, undereducated, rural poor, and paranoid, gun-toting survivalists who think commies are hiding behind every bush.

I'd go back--if things changed. But I think the real solution is the development of a third political party. That would probably make everybody happier. Then the only problem would be--who gets to keep the Republican name? "




YES--Shame on YOU wrote on Dec 7, 2008 8:42 AM:

" Presidents earn nicknames, Shame on you? Well, so do people.

I crown you Hitler-Loving-Neo-Nazi-Extraordinnaire!

It's just so you.

Anyone who doesn't embrace your minority view--is a terrorist.

Shoes on the other foot now...careful not to stumble. "




Shame on you wrote on Dec 7, 2008 12:27 AM:

" If you even think that the OSAMA democrats have been angels your blindness overshadows your lack of knowledge of what he has done, and potentially will do. Presidents earn nicknames based on their achievements. I therefore now crown your president "The Great Divider." In many years I have never seen such division. Or is he to be called, Mr. Innocent?" (In your eyes!) "




Two way street wrote on Dec 6, 2008 11:27 PM:

" Well, if you CHOOSE and make an effort to misconstrue the body language of those members of the political party you don't like...than I guess you don't have a problem when members of that same party do the same, silly thing to Obama? I guess when he didn't hold his hand over his heart during the Pledge of Allegiance, it really did mean that he's a terrorist-loving, anti-American then? Or when he said 'typical white person' it proved he's a racist? Or are the silly interpretations of wackos from the opposite side the only ones that count? Same nonsense. "




palin rallies wrote on Dec 6, 2008 10:35 PM:

" i saw the video first on ABC--more than once.

one of the evening news broadcasts i caught played the same video--i think that was cbs. which means it was a pooled video.

palin raised her head, tilted it sharply to the right , as if she were acknowledging the remarks--then glanced around the room nervously while she laughed.

i've no idea why this videos existence has become so controversial. i've seen it as have other family members/friends. "




BOB wrote on Dec 6, 2008 10:13 PM:

" Check out the Palin-related Frontiersman blogs Excuse Me and you'll see Palins supporters referring to detractors in the ugliest of words including "homos", "metrosexuals", Obama as "Osama" and more.

Personally, I'm fed up with sore losers referring to Obama as a terrorist by deliberately misspelling his name--but maybe you have the stomach for that, Excuse Me.

I think some bloggers points are well-taken. McVeigh was an American-born/bred terrorist and Republican. Sad fact for Republicans, but true. And yes--he advocated right-wing hatemonger Limbaugh's rhetoric and was inspired by him. "




Did She wrote on Dec 6, 2008 9:43 PM:

" I didn't see Palin laugh at the remarks to kill Obama at her rally. What I did see, though, was her dip her head down and smile. She appeared to be delighted that the remark was made. That's fairly reprehensible in itself. "




Greg J wrote on Dec 6, 2008 9:35 PM:

" First time commenting in here, but I just couldn't help it. I scrolled up and down...and can't help but notice that the most hateful, angry, nasty and immature people posting in here are the people calling others hateful. LOL! You're making fools of yourselves for others (like me) to read! "




To Excuse Me wrote on Dec 6, 2008 8:28 PM:

" I don't care for palin either. But no, she didn't laugh about people speaking of killing obama. That's a lie. Either your lie or a lie you heard and chose to believe. Either way, it's a lie. You people need to get a grip. And if somebody, anybody, said things that hateful about obama...I haven't seen anybody in here do that...so your rational (excuse?) for attacking them is invalid anyway. A lame, broken excuse. Pathetic, sad and childish. I don't care what your political affiliation. "




TO Gene wrote on Dec 6, 2008 8:21 PM:

" Gene, this is not a circle of friends, but a lot of angry Americans who don't like the way Sara Palin treated Biden/Obama during the campaign.

The repercussions of the way in which she (mis)conducted herself cannot be foretold; as a direct consequence, the Secret Service is very concerned.

You're right--there are civil ways in which people should behave when they disgree with another's ideologies. Palin and her supporters did not play by the usual, acceptable rules of conduct.

Words--however base--must bring them to heel. "




Excuse me Cynthia wrote on Dec 6, 2008 7:49 PM:

" Palin laughed while her supporters shouted for the killing--and even beheading--of Obama.

Palin accused Obama of '...palling around with terrorists' because he was remotely, professionally affiliated with the Republican-loving Annenberg family's Foundation, and one of their grant writers with a dubious past (not TOO DUBIOUS for the Annenberg's, however).

And you wanna talk about people using terms like 'moron'?

Thing is...Palin supporters aren't strong enough to take the abuse that Palin dishes out.

This election was lively before Palin joined; hateful thereafter.

From a hateful Palin, such blogs are made. "




Believe it or not wrote on Dec 6, 2008 6:13 PM:

" Believe it or not, folks...there were lots of Republicans that were disappointed when Bush won the primaries in 2000 and went on to win the election. There were better candidates. There are several Democrats that are disappointed that Obama won the primary went on to win the election. There were better candidates (like, all of them!) "




Gene wrote on Dec 6, 2008 5:10 PM:

" You know, I have a nice circle of friends. Some, like me, are right-leaning conservatives. Others are generally left-leaning. We tease each other, call each other some of the names that you call each other in here. But we laugh because we all know that we're good people and that we're just ribbing each other. I'm glad they don't think of me as being uni-bomber lovers, or McVeigh whatever. They're glad that I don't think of them as being soft on terrorism, communist lovers. It's good to know that the childish name-callers in here don't represent thier party! "




Cynthia wrote on Dec 6, 2008 4:44 PM:

" 'Dumb-dumb', 'moron', 'idiot', '1st-grader', 'Doyyyy' (my personal favorite), 'unibomber', 'McVeigh supporter'. This is intelligent debate? This is respectful difference of opinion? I don't see people in here referring to the people that posted these things as 'terrorist-lovers' or other nonsense, much as what they wrote is nonsense. When you stoop this low as a means to disagree, you have already lost. Any attempt at making a point is a failure. I appreciate a free press, but I wouldn't mind of this site didn't print blogs like that. And you people insult HIS intelligence? Wow... "




Ranger wrote on Dec 6, 2008 4:34 PM:

" Oh goody! More posts from people from out-of-state! Best to ignore thier posts...the fact that they feel the need to ooze in here and not stick to their local paper pretty much tells the tale. "




To the childish wrote on Dec 6, 2008 4:31 PM:

" Your back and forth is getting tiresome. But just for fun I typed in 'Obama's 30 million surplus' and what-do-you-know.....page after page of newspapers and sites with the same article by AP author Philip Elliot. For those of you who don't know...Mr. Elliot typically writes in favor of progressive politics. Oh, and by the way...I was (and am) a Hillary supporter who isn't so taken with Obama either. But I'll take him over the alternative. Does that make me a 'Sarah lover' too who will now be subjegated to your name calling? Grow up. "




To Dumb Dumb Reponder wrote on Dec 6, 2008 4:28 PM:

" So - this all stems from AJ saying the Dems are unhappy about Obama sitting on the excess $ he has from his election? That's it? That's what started the string? Good god... so what's the next major problem with Obama according to you FOX Nazi Network stooges? "




Ben C wrote on Dec 6, 2008 4:24 PM:

" HA HA!! Oh my gosh some of you people are SO amazingly ignorant! AJ mentions something that was on the mainstream news and you thing he made it up? He mentioned NOTHING about Palin yet you somehow manage to assume he's a supporter? Your defense is idiotic name calling and you compare him to a 1st-grader? Oh, and FYI...I see the link that he posted that you somehow missed (it probably confused you!) And I see that you feel the AP isn't 'legitimate press'? PLEASE keep posting! You prove a point with every post, just not the one you intend! "




NOT VERY BRIGHT AJ wrote on Dec 6, 2008 4:15 PM:

" Sure he ain't so bright - AJ is a Sarah supporter... Doyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy

Do you talk like a 1st grade school teacher like Sarah, AJ? Do you wink when you utter your inane talking points - like ALL THE DEMOCRATS ARE MAD WITH OBAMA - JUST READ IT - WHEREVER THAT MAY BE - MUST BE SOMEWHERE!!!

WOW YOU'RE IGNORANT! "




Baloney wrote on Dec 6, 2008 4:13 PM:

" Face it, AJ, you don't want to name your resource and provide a link to the specific story because you can't. The rest of your brouhaha about people being stupid for not finding it everywhere is just hot air.

There isn't a story out there as you describe it by any legitimate press--and you know it.

You probably saw something on some blog by one of the many McVeigh-sympathizers people of your ilk attract, and parroted it here.

Your lack of integrity wouldn't be surprising. It seems to be a consistent blemish among Palin supporters. "




To Dumb Dumb name caller wrote on Dec 6, 2008 4:09 PM:

" A) The main article that was in most newspapers was written my AP writer Philip Elliot. It appeared in many national newspapers, including our local paper. I just looked it up again and the hits were numerous for almost every major paper nation-wide. If you still aren't smart enough to find it yourself, here's a link our local paper that carried it;
http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/O/OBAMA_DEMOCRATS?SITE=CAVEN&SECTION=HOME&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT
Nice try, but with every post you just look sillier and sillier. And no, this isn't AJ (but I suppose you think that there's only one person in here that disagrees with somebody as silly as you?) "




Hmmm wrote on Dec 6, 2008 3:51 PM:

" TO: To Hmmmmm/Dec 5, 2008 7:55 PM

My goodness you're so easy to ratlle. Your response is just so unibomber.

Sounds like I digest far more quality news than you do--no surprise there. To watch "...all the networks" for backgound shows how naive you are of the international press, and the worldview.

I feel sorry for you. You sound like someone snowed in in Palmer, AK who's never functioned in the real world.

Then again, I can't say you'd be very welcomed...with your brand of hostility. "




TO AJ AJs Parasite wrote on Dec 6, 2008 3:10 PM:

" Listen you smarmy little twit--the question was to identify your source for VERACITY ABOUT WHAT YOU SAY IN YOUR POST. Can'tcha read, boy?

If you can't provide a link to the SPECIFIC ARTICLE TO WHICH YOU ARE REFERRING WE WILL UNDERSTAND YOU TO BE EXAGGERATING THE CONTENTS.

I read more than a dozen papers online daily, plus national and international news. I have not seen one article with Democrats characterizing Obama as you suggest.

Be specific--give us a link here--or slink away like the other Palin parasites who lie, lie, lie, lie, lie. "




Sherr is good facts AJ NOT ASSOCIATED WITH PREVIOUS POST wrote on Dec 6, 2008 3:08 PM:

" LOL - - - YOUZ SHERR IS A WIZE ONE, AJ... YOUZ MAKES ALASKINS LIKES ME SOO PROWD!! YOU TELL EMS ABOUTS OBAMA.... YOU KNOWD DAT TROOTH - HIS OWN DEMERCRATS IS MAD ABOUT HIM DOIN NUTHIN.. RIGHT? AJ IS MY IDILE "




Dumb-dumb AJ wrote on Dec 6, 2008 2:58 PM:

" First of all, I notice that the person named "Good Facts To AJ" wrote 3 minutes after AJ... hmm... Nice try AJ; You have to be retarded to think nobody would know that's you again! You're PATHETIC!

Oh and I checked AP over the past few weeks - the only thing the dems aren't happy with are Obama's selections of republicans... You Dork!

You Alaskans sher is smertt! I'm embarassed for AJ about as much as I was when I watched the winker (Sarah) talking at a 4th grade level during her debates!! LOL "




To Good Facts AJ wrote on Dec 6, 2008 12:03 PM:

" You just showed everybody in here how uninformed you are. The news that AJ referred to has been in national news for days now. Let me say it again...nation-wide news, nearly every major newspaper, for days now. Holy moly man..you need to pick up a paper once in awhile (or go to other web-sites) "




AJ wrote on Dec 6, 2008 12:00 PM:

" You guys are really sad. You want me to name my sources? You're that lazy you can't look it up for yourselves? And you just showed your hand...you obviously never pick up a paper because IT'S BEEN IN NEARLY EVERY MAJOR PAPER FOR THE LAST WEEK! It was reported by the AP (that means 'Associated Press', since you probably don't know that). The first article was in the Washington Post (typically a LEFT-LEANING PAPER!) So next time, try READING the news instead of having the other sheep tell you what to think. "




TO A.J. wrote on Dec 6, 2008 10:03 AM:

" TO: AJ wrote on Dec 5, 2008 8:00 PM

Cite your news source, AJ. I think we'd like to check out what this article really says. "




Oops wrote on Dec 6, 2008 8:58 AM:

" Wonder what give-away s Palin is working on for votes in 2010? Bet it's single moms, special needs and hunters. Oh and AGIA silly "




WOO HOO SARAH wrote on Dec 6, 2008 6:46 AM:

" It now comes out that Sarah ran up 180K in clothing and personal services over her campaign - which lasted about - what - 7 or 8 weeks? Yeah - they found an additional 30K... Way to go Sarah... you may have dolled yourself up... just too bad you couldn't buy intelligence!

WAY TO GO ALASKA!! YOU MAY ACTUALLY BE DUMBER THAN SOUTHERNERS!! "




HEY JP wrote on Dec 6, 2008 6:29 AM:

" At least we know something about Obama's plans - have heard some of things he'd like to prioritize - we knew nothing about Bush's plans over the past 8 years... We had a do-nothing, clueless president and you're ripping a man who hasn't even taken office yet... You guys are pathetic! "




Good facts AJ wrote on Dec 6, 2008 5:58 AM:

" I like AJ's facts: Just AJ saying congressional democrats are irritated with Obama's "lack of involvement." If AJ said it, it must be fact!

Obama is the president-ELECT! He's NOT president YET - you moron. And yes - he has gotten involved - remember he was the one who advocated providing some loans to the automakers when Bush said NO WAY! Now Bush said - hmm... something may need to be done to assist automakers, unfortunately.

AJ - it's really more that Bush is doing more of the same - NOTHING! "




In Defense wrote on Dec 5, 2008 10:14 PM:

" I agree with those of you who have the wisdom to realize that education is not an indication of intelligence or the possession of common sense. You can tell when you read the "post" who has common sense and who doesn't.
I have a suggestion for people who would like to get to know Obama better. Read his books. You will find out where this man's heart is and where he gets his values.
I have one comment to make about socialism. Socialism is not the same thing as communism. Communism takes away thegoldenrule,socialismdoesnotneccessarilydothis. "




jp wrote on Dec 5, 2008 10:08 PM:

" in defense of Obamas lack of response to the economic crisis:

he's not worried at all, he has an awesome plan!

the plan: when the country bombs in it's plan for economic reform, Obama has the back up plan ; just put the country on welfare, and everything will be just fine!

sounds plausible to me ! "




AJ wrote on Dec 5, 2008 8:00 PM:

" I LOVE all the liberals in here with thier neat 'facts' about the magic of Obama! A 'brighter' future? HA! Here's some more news 'caught' on the networks...Congressional Democrats are beginning to get irritated with Obama's lack of involvement with the economic crisis. Congressional Democrats are annoyed that Obama is sitting on his $30 million campaign surplus while they are broke and preparing for mid-term elections soon. (Much like Bill C did and ended up watching several lose thier seats). So I'd have to say 'yes' to the smarmy questions of 'any more questions?'...as a matter of fact, I do! "




To Hmmmmm wrote on Dec 5, 2008 7:55 PM:

" I bet you say that alot "Hmmmmm...."?? As you scratch your head with a puzzled look on your face. Because again, you either missed (or more likely, you just can't understand) what I've said twice now; a smart person is skeptical of ANY poll, whether it supports his/her beliefs or not. (Did I use small enough words?) A smart person watches ALL the networks, reads and such before making a conclusion. And a smart person doesn't really care whether or not others agree with them if they've done that. Now a good sheep, on the other hand.... "




TO INTERESTING wrote on Dec 5, 2008 4:55 PM:

" YES--CAUGHT IT ON FOX, TOO. KISSINGER AND OTHER REAL REPUBLICANS CONCUR THAT OBAMA'S ON THE RIGHT PATH.

IT IS ONLY THE FACTIOUS SECTION OF THE REPUBLICAN PARTY WHO IS HOLDING OUT...

THEY ARE TO BE LEFT BEHIND...WE SHALL MOVE INTO A BRIGHTER FUTURE WITHOUT THEM! "




to benc wrote on Dec 5, 2008 4:53 PM:

" well, benc, perhaps then you should leave it to the illinois voters the final verdict on obama, as they know him best.

overwhelming, they say 'YES' to his pending presidency!

any other questions? "




Hmmm wrote on Dec 5, 2008 4:41 PM:

" BenC, so very sorry...truth be told I'm a former researcher for two renowned sociologists. If I believe in the integrity of a poll, it comes from experience.

Further bursting your bubble...I not only include CNN in my daily reading, but Fox, Drudge, N'tl Review and a host of other "credible" media.

Betcha tune into two of those...

You may be interested in knowing that...statistically...the views you've blogged here represent less than 20% of the n'tl average.

Enjoy your minority status. Obama maximized his...to the detriment of the most hateful, right-wingers.

Awwwwwww... "




jp wrote on Dec 5, 2008 4:26 PM:

" henry kissinger has alzheimers, should we believe what he thinks? i don't know if he'd believe that he even said it 5 minutes from now.

bi-partisan? the clinton administration2 ? "




Reader wrote on Dec 5, 2008 4:17 PM:

" Hey Ben C

Read your post on the gun issue. You said you read the national papers - so we can't read Alaska papers - ya can't have it both ways - "




AK Territory Baby wrote on Dec 5, 2008 3:59 PM:

" I see after several days now you are all still bellyaching and blaming each other for all the downfalls of Americas problems. It is time for you all to suck it up and either do something to make change or sit down and shut your mouth while the rest of us try to fix what is broken! "




POOR BEN wrote on Dec 5, 2008 3:39 PM:

" Ben - all you have to do is watch her in public... on the news... interviews... debates... NOBODY IS SPOONFEEDING ANYONE... If you believe she did well... or that she looked impressive... then you're a complete fool... or a zealot with no critical skills! "




Interesting wrote on Dec 5, 2008 3:34 PM:

" I read a terrific article from Henry Kissinger in the NY Times today... he said he was impressed by Obama's selections for his cabinet - happy that it appears the executive branch will be much more bipartisan... This coming from a staunch conservative.... WAY TO GO OBAMA! "




Ben C wrote on Dec 5, 2008 3:13 PM:

" It's one thing for Alaskans, who have a working knowledge (and in many cases, personal knowledge) of who Sarah Palin is, to debate about her as a credible politician. But when you bozos from the lower 48 who only know what you've been spoon-fed start coming in here (why? Why not stick to the papers in your local lower-48 paradise?) and making judgement calls about somebody you know nothing about, it goes beyond absurd. Even if I disagree with it, I'll at least lend weight to the opinion of an Alaskan over somebody that has no idea. "




Wheres Sherry wrote on Dec 5, 2008 1:46 PM:

" Where'd you go, Sherry?? Hm...?

You must've read the article on the link about Palin/Secret Service.

Is that the sound of another Palin Parasite slinking away we're hearing down here in the lower 48?

Amazing how you Palin Parasites disappear from the light of day when confronted with facts! After all, you can't exactly say the Secret Service is out to get Palin, or doesn't know what they're talking about...or, God forbid, lying.

No, lying is the specialty of a Palin Parasite. All nibble, no substance!

Say "hey" to teamsarah for us! "




wishful wrote on Dec 5, 2008 9:21 AM:

" Palin sickens me, what a extravagant, unethical diva. and not a dime she spent. Her crowning glory will be her defeat! She is evil "




Debra Rae wrote on Dec 5, 2008 7:59 AM:

" I am saddened at the innumerable, and DIScredible attacks against Sarah Palin. WHY are these attacks still happening? They are happening because President Elect Obama knows that unlike Senator McCain, PALIN is a TRUE conservative. She is no moderate, and will stand fast for her beliefs, and THAT is why the Obamanuts are WRONGLY attacking her. Sarah Palin, I support you. I'm Praying for you, and hoping you'll run for President in 2012. Because you will KICK Butt! "




jp wrote on Dec 5, 2008 7:27 AM:

" the superior court is afraid of taking the obama elegibility case, as it may "incite riots country wide" so they may just dismiss it for national security reasons.

i find it amazing that this has made it this far! our country has sold out this badly, that even the superior court is afraid of it's own populous. "




Dave wrote on Dec 4, 2008 10:11 PM:

" I hope 'the numbers are in folks' keeps posting! I can't always afford to stop by the video store and pick up a good comedy, so it's nice to know I can just pop in here and read his blogs! It's like people-watching the nuts and wierdos in downtown Anchorage! "




Ben C wrote on Dec 4, 2008 10:08 PM:

" To (Ho-Hum)Hmmmmm):
Nah. Unlike the sheep...some of us disregard polls and surveys ALL the time, whether they supposedly endorse or discredit our particular view. Since you obviously had a hard time reading the whole blog...some of us are educated enough to know that polls aren't credible so we don't pay attention to them either way. But...hard to pull some people away from the flock, though (or is it a herd of lemmings?) "




Hmmm wrote on Dec 4, 2008 12:52 PM:

" I seriously doubt that BenC would be blogging here his thoughts about polls had the poll cited been one supportive of Palin, and broadcast through Fox.

A little self-interest, eh, BenC? "




To BenC wrote on Dec 4, 2008 12:38 PM:

" ...let us hope that NormaJ catches your blog here, BenC, about checking out the integrity of polls. After all, she's the one who needs the advice. I don't believe she has shared one survey site she refers to in blogs. "




To Sherry wrote on Dec 4, 2008 12:23 PM:

" Ahhh...thank you so much, Frontiersman "editorial police" for this noteworthy allowance.

Here is the link, Sherry, to one of the many stories about the way the Secret Service REALLY feels about Palin (not good):

http://www.alternet.org/election08/106448/sarah_palin_blamed_by_the_us_secret_service_over_death_threats_against_barack_obama/ "




The numbers are in folks wrote on Dec 4, 2008 12:15 PM:

" TO: To the numbers are in/Dec 4, 2008 8:00 AM:

Lord, you're nuts! So sorry about your reading and comprehension (in)abilities.

Point: If you listen to hate-mongers like lardy Lush, whose propensity for illegally got prescriptions (pill-pushing pal of Cindy McCain's perhaps? Or Jeb Bush's daugher?) certainly revealed his character, you are listening to rhetoric that inspires American-born terrorists.

There has never been even one instance of CNN news inspiring a terroristic act.

Got it, this time? Or are you going to fly off into further rantings, whining about your victimization? "




Ben C wrote on Dec 4, 2008 9:34 AM:

" Anybody who has taken a class in Stats or done thier homework knows the folly of polls and surveys. They are RARELY accurate and far too easily spun. Beware and verify any poll or survey you read, and consider the source. Me, you or anybody could go out right now and easily produce a poll or survey that backs up our particulary political or ideological view. Where was it conducted? How many people were asked? How were the questions phrased? What was the list of answers to choose from? "




Baaa-aa-aa wrote on Dec 4, 2008 9:31 AM:

" CNN is a credible news source! So is MSNBC! They tell me what I want to hear so that I'll pay attention, so therefore they're credible! They cater to my warped view on reality which, therefore, makes them credible! I don't like news sources that just report the news without spin. Just reporting the facts is an obvious, evil right-wing plot to deny me my fair share of other people's money! "




To Sherry wrote on Dec 4, 2008 8:57 AM:

" Several times my wife, other family members and friends've blogged here and included links to direct articles about what the Secret Service really has to say about Palin, and the frightening spike in threats against the Obamas, after her hate-infused rallies--each of those times we blogged, haven't seen our blogs posted.

Let's see if this passes muster with the Frontiersman "editorial police" this time, or else we'll just have to direct you to another blog where we can give you the information, Sherry.

Suffice to say, you're totally off base about the Secret Service's concerns! "




To Sherry wrote on Dec 4, 2008 8:48 AM:

" On September 30th's Hugh Hewitt radio show, it was revealed that Palin earns $125000 annually as governor, and Todd earns around $100000; they own a single-engine plane, 2 boats and 2 personal watercraft and a half-million dollar home.

My spouse and I earn more than the Palins do and have more than 1 home--so I neither care about their salaries/possessions nor am impressed by them.

What DOES get my attention is the obvious: why did she use donor dollars for $150K wardrobe (see Fox news) and what makes her 'in touch with the middle class'? "




To Sherry wrote on Dec 4, 2008 8:43 AM:

" Sherry, cite your news source, where Obama is quoted as telling millions of people his life was being threatened because of the ugly protestors at Palin's rallies. Let's see if you're telling the truth here. If we don't hear from you, we'll assume you slunk away (like teamsarah and others) with your tail between your legs--and that your silence is an admission of guilt.

So, what say, Sherry--where'd you get the SPECIFIC ARTICLE/BROADCAST OF WHICH YOU ARE REFFERING, huh? "




To the numbers are in wrote on Dec 4, 2008 8:00 AM:

" HA HA HA! So now if you are a conservative, you're a terrorist who is buddies with Timothy McVeigh?! LOL! Well, it that doesn't show your true colors I don't know what will! I may lean to the conservative side on most issues, but I never considered labeling my left-leaning friends as 'wackos' or 'terrorists' or some such nutty nonsense! Well my friend, just remember to keep your tinfoil hat on your head so that the 'unbiased' folks at CNN and MSNBC can beam directly into your brain! LOL! "




Izmir wrote on Dec 4, 2008 7:41 AM:

" Kathy I am so please you are ashamed of the Republicans. This just goes to show how little you know of how our government works. It is the legislative branch who controls the funds in this great country and the mess is all theirs. Oh, it’s all controlled by Democrats. You blame the party on top and that’s ok because we will get the chance to blame your guy over the next two years as the economy continues this down turn. It will be wonderful to have the Republicans in control again. I am count down to Nov 4 2010. "




Oops wrote on Dec 4, 2008 7:01 AM:

" Sherry - the truth teller! The secret service doesn't make such a statement (death threats) openly unless warranted unlike what you seem to believe. Security is not a open book, get over it. I find it strange out of any event during the campaign, you found this a necessary item to discuss as the "Truth Teller", geez what juvenile jibberish. "




Sherry wrote on Dec 3, 2008 5:41 PM:

" Truth Telling Time...here's the real truth whether you want to read this or not...the Secret Service was in the crowds and said they never heard any threats against BO...and he lied to millions on TV saying his life was threatened. He's the best poker-face lier I've ever seen...next to Bill & Hillary. No wonder he added her to his bunch...birds of a feather. I need a gas mask!! "




Sherry wrote on Dec 3, 2008 5:32 PM:

" Sarah Palin took a cut in pay when she became Governor and you're saying she spent MORE than $150,000 on clothes?
You're not fooling the smart people,
Campaign Trailer. Telling lies sends a tingle up your leg, I'll bet.
You're jealous of Sarah just like the majority spewing their venom.
Go work on your self-esteem you'll feel better. "




The numbers are in folks wrote on Dec 3, 2008 4:40 PM:

" This is for To The numbers are in folks:

Hate to break it to you, hon, but CNN is certainly a credible news source. Just because they don't validate the drugged-induced terrorist rhetoric of lardy "Lush" Limbaugh doesn't mean they lack journalistic integrity.

Anybody who doesn't inspire the likes of Timothy McVeigh, as Limbaugh did, probably doesn't rank very high in your book.

Not everyone's looking for right wing extreme, whacko, survivalists-loving news. Some people expect more from themselves--than that. (But then, why would we expect journalistic credibility from Palin and her supporters?) "




To Dynahog wrote on Dec 3, 2008 4:30 PM:

" Read your own quotes...especially '...during continuance in office', airhead. That means they can't function dually as senator/congressman while holding a cabinet position.

Clinton would not be the first member of congress to matriculate to a cabinet position, BTW. "




To the numbers are in folks wrote on Dec 3, 2008 3:23 PM:

" You should have used 'A-bee, a-bee, a-bee..That's all, folks!'..LOL..Would have been more fitting! A CNN poll, huh? Well by golly, I guess that is that then! If such a credible exercise like a CNN poll is an indicator, then we can take that as rock-solid! (snicker snicker). I'm sure there's many polls conducted by the Official China News Agency that says 100% of the people love and support thier government, too! HA! "




The numbers are in folks wrote on Dec 3, 2008 2:30 PM:

" A new CNN poll has just been released showing 75% of Americans are pleased with Obama's cabinet selections, 16% higher than Bush's numbers 8 years ago.

All the whiners and naysayers on this site bellyaching about Obama's magnanamous ability to blend old with new, Republicans and Democrats, and former rivals with collegial associates-- are clearly in the minority.

This country is moving ahead with enthusiasm and hope--whether Palin supporters like it or not. "




Dynahog wrote on Dec 3, 2008 2:02 PM:

" Next out of the hoop is appointment of Senator Hillary Clinton as Secretary of State nominee. She is not qualified.

US Constitution, Article I, Section 6,
Second Paragraph
"No Senator or Representative shall, during the time for which he was elected, be appointed to any civil office under the authority of the United States, which shall have been created, or the emoluments whereof shall have been increased during such time: and no person holding any office under the United States, shall be a member of either House during his continuance in office."

Gotcha: "emoluments" "




jp to Gansly wrote on Dec 3, 2008 1:08 PM:

" sir, lady, or small child;

who exactly is the enemy? have they done anything to you? we created this so called enemy. trained them, gave them their weapons, and then turned on them as well!
our own government seems to be more of an enemy than those in other countries right now.
think about it! "




How come wrote on Dec 3, 2008 12:27 PM:

" How can the same party that blasts Sarah Palin for being not worthy of politics and not being able to take seriously ALSO be the same party that would try to elect a little toad like Al Franken to any sort of political position? How is it even remotely possible to consider Al Franken seriously for ANYTHING? I've met 3 yr olds with more common sense regarding what they say and with more logic than Al Franken! "




AK Territory Baby wrote on Dec 3, 2008 10:18 AM:

" Face the facts, a politician is a politician! Do you really believe they are going to tell the truth? Instead you should know, they will tell the public what they want them to hear, and they know the majority of people will listen. Hence, democrats, republicans or otherwise are all spewing lies that are skewed to bring in their voters. So, depending on which lies a person falls for, will depend on who or which way they will vote. All of you petty squabblers, remember, this is a free country with the right to vote! Name calling is ignorance! "




Ben C wrote on Dec 3, 2008 9:42 AM:

" Be careful judging somebody based solely on thier academic credentials! "




Ben C wrote on Dec 3, 2008 9:41 AM:

" So on this subject of how a candidate is judged by what college they went to. Am I then to understand that the list of people 'not educated' enough to be in politics would include Benjamin Franklin (dropped out of school) Andrew Jackson (no formal education), Dwight Eisenhower (Military Academy) or Ronald Reagan (Eureka College, a tiny college even smaller than the one Palin went to)? My wife and I are proud to be college graduates, but we've met some truly amazingly intelligent people with no formal education, and some people with a Master's Degree that were nimrods! "




Say what wrote on Dec 3, 2008 9:29 AM:

" to 'to say what'
Uninformed or ignorant wasn't the term used. Unintelligent was the term that Dee decided was appropriate. In my book, unintelligent and stupid mean pretty much the same thing. For instance, I disagree with you based on what you wrote...but I'm not going to be so arrogant, presumptuous or outright rude as to imply you are somehow dumb just because we don't agree. For example, I can't stand Hillary Clinton or her views, but I don't doubt for a minute that the woman has brains. "




Campaign trailer wrote on Dec 3, 2008 8:07 AM:

" To To Say What--

You're absolutely right. Palin didn't spend $150000 on wardrobe, hair and make-up. She spent more.

Fox news isn't the only one reporting that by the way.

Thanks for bringing it up. Happy to clarify it further.

Obviously, this issue will follow Palin around for the rest of her life. Especially since she hasn't been forthcoming about why she didn't use her own clothes--and felt the need (especially during the worst economic times we've ever seen) to go on a spending spree for her family, daughter's boyfriend and self. "




To Ha Ha wrote on Dec 3, 2008 7:48 AM:

" The Clintons still look great to me in light of Obama's baggage. They could at least produce a valid birth certificate. "




To say what wrote on Dec 3, 2008 7:41 AM:

" I think there isa big difference between calling someone stupid, and calling them
uniformed or ignorant is different. Many times ignorant takes on s a very negative connotation, but it really means "uninformed" not stupid. A very intellignet person can be ignorant. The press has slid so far from truth, that it has left many people ignorant. We need to hold the press accountable, because the level of ignorance in this country is astounding. Peolpe do not know who controls congress?? Yet feel they are educated because that know Palin has 150,000 wardrobe, (untrue of course) "




Oops wrote on Dec 3, 2008 7:07 AM:

" AB - I see governor Palin waiting for her share of "spread the wealth". Hope he puts the money where her mouth was! We don't need earmarks "We can do it ourselves!" Change is coming to AK and you can thank Palin for that. "




To AB wrote on Dec 3, 2008 5:35 AM:

" RE: AB's remark:
"It's funny how when the liberal non thinkers run out of somewhat intellegent things to say, they resort to name calling or just babbling."

Funny, right wing terrorist extremists START OUT with name calling and babbling and never seem to have anything intelligent to say. Is it a coincidence that they tend to disparage minorities--calling them 'citytards', 'homos', 'Osama' and the like?

Republicans intelligent? Explain the across the board losses this election cycle. If Palin is such a smart cookie, why is she America's biggest laughing stock? "




To NormaJ wrote on Dec 3, 2008 5:28 AM:

" You don't cite your poll sources, NormaJ--please do so. "




Gansley wrote on Dec 3, 2008 4:55 AM:

" To all: Yep, peg it down a notch. Remember we are at war (two) and bashing and criticizing our President (and our soon to be President) is not very patriotic, in fact it is very un-American! Don't give comfort to the enemy. "




Spankles wrote on Dec 3, 2008 3:40 AM:

" I am very disappointed in this letter. I hope you move away from here. Chicago? "




say WHAT wrote on Dec 2, 2008 11:15 PM:

" Now this site has slipped further to the point of name-calling, insulting other's intelligence and suggesting that people are outright ignored?! I see lots of people in here that I think are way off base but I didn't think that meant that made dumb! What a ridiculous post! Keep garbage posts like that on my space or some other silly forum! "




To Dee wrote on Dec 2, 2008 10:13 PM:

" I vote Democrat 90% of the time, and can also say that I see Mr. Ben C pop in here with frequency (along with several others.) Like you, I also don't agree with his obvious opinion nearly every time. But unlike you, I respect his right to state it. Your post is embarrassing to me, and hopefully others that are capable of disagreeing while still remembering that we all have a right to speak our mind about politics. I hope most that respond to articles in hear can rise above such a childish mentality. Disagreeing DOESN'T make somebody stupid! "




dave wrote on Dec 2, 2008 10:07 PM:

" I find it sad, rude and improper to see anybody encouraging that anybody else in here should be ignored. Doesn't that go against the whole premise behind the free press and free speech in this country? And to say that somebody I don't agree with is not smart would say more about my own intelligence than the person I'm insulting. If you are able to express a different opinion or argue, then by all means do so. If you're only capable of insulting others in here, you speak more of yourself than anyone else. "




A.B. wrote on Dec 2, 2008 8:48 PM:

" Dee's not to bright either it seems. It's funny how when the liberal non thinkers run out of somewhat intellegent things to say, they resort to name calling or just babbling.
One simple thing to remember, never vote in a lawyer or a banker into office.
I'll keep my God, my guns and my freedom, you can keep the 'change'. "




To Dee wrote on Dec 2, 2008 8:09 PM:

" WOW! What AMAZING discourse! You're cutting intellect and verbal prowess is ASTOUNDING! I guess your answer to a forum open to debate and differing opinions is only open to people that think like you and agree with you? In the spirit of true censorship and totalitarianism, all who oppose what you believe should be ignored? And who did you vote for? Ah, now I get it. As much as I disagree with many in here...I thank God that we all have the right to voice our opinion, debate and disagree. People like you that encourage otherwise are scary. "




Dee wrote on Dec 2, 2008 7:44 PM:

" Hey guys, don't pay attention to BenC. I seen his postings all around this blog. He's not very smart. Just very angry and afraid. Just ignore him. "




Wasilla_blogzilla wrote on Dec 2, 2008 6:34 PM:

" For those of you that refuse to plan for a bright future arguing left v. right, dem v. rep, conservative v. liberal go ahead and play the blame game. If enough of us play your game, we'll soon be slaves of the past, doomed to the like of Iran, Afghanistan, Russia, and all those regiemes that insist on living in the past. It's time for America to look into the future ensuring that Waverli and her generation will not only survive but prosper by using the brains God gave us. Celebrate democracy don't tear it down. "




NormaJ wrote on Dec 2, 2008 6:31 PM:

" Did everyone see the polls that McCain?Palin voters are more educated than Obama voters regarding political issues. Only 18% of Obama voters, versus 35% of McCain/Palin voters, could answer 10 out of 12 political questions. Is that a suprise?? "




Seasoned Pro wrote on Dec 2, 2008 6:01 PM:

" To Seasoned and Slow:

Name one instance where Obama has directly sponsored legislation that reinforced the spirit and practice of socialism.

Name one instance where I 'attack' and 'smear' Republicans in my blogs.

Perhaps if you read more sloooooowly through the blogs here, you will see the pitchfork lunge from the election losers when they respond to bloggers who didn't support McCain/Palin.

While you're at it, why don't you answer questions bloggers keep asking regarding Palin's character--from why she made gluttonous wardrobe purchases in the first place to fraudulent tax returns?

Betcha can't. "




To Seasoned and Slow wrote on Dec 2, 2008 3:31 PM:

" Ummm...no....disagreeing with the right doesn't make you a Socialist. Lauding and supporting Socialist ideas makes you a Socialist. You know...fleecing the citizens to pay for intrusive and unnecessary big government programs, stripping away rights, smearing the successful as somehow 'evil' and taking more from them, thereby buying votes and eliminating the motivation to succeed, and on and on. But your attack on Republicans as a smear and a diversion from the truth is a nice touch! Reminds me of watching MSNBC! (About as credible, too!) "




Ben C wrote on Dec 2, 2008 3:27 PM:

" Yes, Bush is an idiot. That's why I rooted for McCain in 2000. But to choose between and idiot and a self-serving liar and elitist was sure tough in '04. Not such a hard choice this year. A man with a proven track record who has served his country with honor for years vs. a wet, starry-eyed, dishonest Socialist who can 'deliver a good speech'? What a joke! "




To BenC wrote on Dec 2, 2008 2:13 PM:

" Really now, Ben! And did you vote for George Bush? If yes--he must be your worst ideal! An arrogant, self-serving, backwoods hillbilly WITH an Ivy League education who trounced all over your freedoms and rights and certainly didn't show respect for the American people!

Worse, he drop kicked McCain into the ditch and questioned his military record back in 2000--with permission from an overwhelming majority of Republicans, by the way--who ensured Bush headlined the ticket.

You Republicans are so utterly stupid and hypocritical. Nobody can take you seriously anymore! "




Seasoned Pro wrote on Dec 2, 2008 2:05 PM:

" If you would vote for a backwoods hillbilly with an 8th grade education to run this country, BenC, you're as ignorant as that hillbilly.

I kinda think someone who specializes in Constitutional law has more than a passing respect for the Constitution. A little common sense, please.

It's pathetic that anyone who disagrees with the terroristic right wing extremists in this country gets called (as punishment) communists, Marxists, Stalinists and socialists. Wouldn't if be better alll around if you people would just toughen up, be strong, you know-- like a real American? "




Ben C wrote on Dec 2, 2008 12:21 PM:

" Heck, I would vote for a back-woods hillbilly with an 8th grade education who at least respects my freedom and rights over an Ivy-league educated, arrogant, self-serving liar with a Socialist agenda. I guess there are some in here that think Hugo Chavez would be a great leader if he went to the right college. "




To Seasoned Pro wrote on Dec 2, 2008 12:17 PM:

" Whereas Obama, Hillary and her like have a good grasp of the Constitution...and want the parts they don't like re-intepreted or stricken. In thier view, the 2nd Amendment needs to go, freedom-of-speech is fine (so long as you agree with them), separation of church-and-state has been twisted WELL beyond it's intended meaning etc etc etc. Their wonderful education serves them to poke holes and undermine the idea that founded this country; that the government should only exist in enough capacity to directly serve the will of the people, not itself. "




Robere wrote on Dec 2, 2008 11:00 AM:

" osamacommunisuim, please go check in to the nearest mental institution, you are in need of a checkup from the neckup! "




Seasoned Pro wrote on Dec 2, 2008 8:20 AM:

" To: To Seasoned Pro/ Dec 2, 2008 8:02 AM

As is typical, Palin supporters change the subject when confronted with obvious differences between her skills and others.

My grandmother--an adorable sweetheart--had tremendous affection for the US Constitution, but would've made a lousy president without a grasp of the context with which to interpret it, implement and oversee the ongoing process we call democracy.

Palin may've been God's answer to Wasilla mayor, but she sorely lacks any abilities to be VP, or deal with DC's upper echelons. Her grasp of the Constitution is laughable. "




To Seasoned Pro wrote on Dec 2, 2008 8:02 AM:

" This nation was founded and created by many great men who wouldn't have been able to hold a candle, education-wise, to most modern high-school graduates. Having and education is not necessarily an answer to everything. I've got one. My wife has one. But then again, how many of the world's dictators and regime founders have one, too? Does that make them good leaders? I'll take somebody who respects the Constitution and has a 4 yr degree over a Socialist with a Doctorate any day. "




Charlie wrote on Dec 2, 2008 7:30 AM:

" Obama fooled everybody with his "change".
He accused Hillarly of "old Washington" ; and now what we see?; Hillary ( old Washington, according Obama) is working for Obama.

So , what we have?

A , back to the future, Clinton administration , with Obama on the top and Hillary second.

And don't forget, Obama lied during the election about his dubious connections and dubious past.

Yes, he got away with it ,because of the support and shielding of the main stream media. "




Seasoned Pro wrote on Dec 2, 2008 6:54 AM:

" For: To Seasoned Pro/ Dec 1, 2008 7:50 PM

In your haste to be judgmental and snide, you totally missed the point regarding DC's "backbone"--which operates no matter which party is in control. That backbone is the federal government, and its correlative vendors, institutions, military and The Hill. It consists of highly intelligent, enormously talented hardworking people of whom Americans should (mostly!) be proud.

When change happens--"IT"-- IS the change element.

FYI, DC is the most highly educated populace in the entire US. As stated, Palin would've been way outta league. "




obamacommunism wrote on Dec 2, 2008 1:59 AM:

" I cant believe we now have a liveral senator! this state is the last great state, the last state with somewhat of an economy, and now its all going to waste because of the democrats living here that claim to be alaskan. Please do all of us real Alaskans a favor and just leave already. and as for Obama, he will be the ultimate demise of this nation "




alaskan wrote on Dec 1, 2008 8:46 PM:

" Are you kidding me a "cutsie mascot", Sarah Palin is the one we should of had she is the backbone of and for the people, not the liar, cheater and a thief for our choice, he hasn't done anything but put in the Clinton nation, so I guess when he gets a call at 3 AM, his Blackberry will be on forward to: Clinton He or She? "




HA HA wrote on Dec 1, 2008 8:24 PM:

" I LOVE IT! 'At least the Clintons are trustworthy?!!' The people that accepted campaign money from the Chinese, sold military computer technology to the Chinese, pardoned '70s Puerto Rican terrorists in exchange for the Hispanic vote in New York, lied under oath, lied about missing FBI files, lied about landing in Bosnia under sniper-fire, tried to take credit for other Senators and Presidents accomplishments are TRUSTWORTHY?! WOW! That's rich!! It's scary what people who don't pay attention will believe! The Clintons are, irregardless of party or ideology, the BIGGEST liars and power-hungry ego-trips to ever see American politics! "




Keep Up the Good Work wrote on Dec 1, 2008 8:08 PM:

" TO: To Dan and Keep Up the Good Work wrote on Dec 1, 2008 3:42 PM:

Name one right or freedom that President-elect Obama has taken from you.

That's right. NONE.

The man hasn't even taken the oath of office yet, but somewhere in your crystal ball, you can see one horror after another unfolding. There's a psychological term for people like you: hystrionic manipulator.

By the way, Constinutional law is Obama's specialty. I have a powerful feeling he knows more about the US Constitution--than you ever will. "




DanJc wrote on Dec 1, 2008 8:04 PM:

" To nameless. "" I guess if you like current left-leaning politics, then things like 'The Constitution', 'rights' and 'freedom' would be incoherent babbling."
You have not been out of this country and entered back trough a US airport, have you? The last 8 years have transformed that experience to a like of entering a banana republic. Bush portraits and heavy weapons everywhere. and don't get me started on The Constitution, Rights and Freedom during the last 8 years.
So misinformed, You really do live in a bubble, don't you? "




To Seasoned Pro wrote on Dec 1, 2008 7:50 PM:

" If we have all these really really really smart and exceptionally experienced people in Washington, why does everyone clammor for change.? Maybe this "cute bumpkin" is the fresh new approach we need. I think you should not underestimate Sarah Palin- you sexist. It sounds like you are the one that could not cut it in Washington. Is your name Jimmy Carter? "




To jp wrote on Dec 1, 2008 7:39 PM:

" good job pointing out that AK voter is the pot calling the kettle black. How does on person who does not understand the English language call another uneducated? I thought the saying was "those who hesitate are lost". "




uh..uh..uh.. wrote on Dec 1, 2008 6:30 PM:

" Those speech patterns would have gotten me a failing grade in speech class. Our professor would count the Uhhh's in your speech, and fail you for having that many uhh... uhh... uhh's. But then again, I didn't attend Harvard. "




NormaJ-to oops wrote on Dec 1, 2008 6:27 PM:

" Hey don't get me wrong, I believe Hilliary
would make a much better president that Obama. As least she could be trusted not to sell this country down the river. Obama is scary!!!
I may not agree with many of Hiliary's policies, but at least the Clintons are trustworthy. Do you really know what Obama is about?
If you are not a secular progressive, you should be nervous. "




To Dan and Keep Up the Good Work wrote on Dec 1, 2008 3:42 PM:

" I guess if you like current left-leaning politics, then things like 'The Constitution', 'rights' and 'freedom' would be incoherent babbling. I'm sure such things don't make any sense at all! The really sad part is that big government, socialist ideology (which has been proven to be a failure several times over) and banking on warm, fuzzy speeches and impossible promises DOES, somehow, make sense to so many people! Probably the same people that voted for Class President to the guy that promised free ice cream for everybody and no school on Fridays. LOL "




jp to akvoter wrote on Dec 1, 2008 12:42 PM:

" presents? presents? geez!
"presence" is the correct word for that sentence.
or did she give you presents?
an udjumacashun is a dangerous thing, put into the wrong hands! "




DanJc wrote on Dec 1, 2008 12:39 PM:

" Yup, they are still at it, spinning downwards, still
incoherently babbling. They are so funny but I feel a little bit sorry for them. "




Keep Up the Good Work wrote on Dec 1, 2008 9:32 AM:

" The Republican party totally self-destructed in this last election cycle.

Reading through these blogs...I see they are still at it. "




jp wrote on Dec 1, 2008 9:31 AM:

" i figured it out!

Obamas plan: not only do they want to spend every bit of your tax dollars on the bailout, they want your "CHANGE" too!!! "




Ben C wrote on Dec 1, 2008 9:30 AM:

" Oh yes, Obama and Hillary are educated and can deliver a speech! So could Lenin, Chairman Mao and the goose-stepping monster from Austria during the 1930s and '40s. I guess it that's your criteria for who is qualified to be a leader in this country, it's no wonder a totally inexperienced Socialist got elected And to AK Voter who claims that Obama 'thinks before he speaks'? Oh really? So phrases like 'typical white person' and 'the surge in Iraq didn't work' are examples of Obama 'thinking'? Scary! "




Seasoned Pro wrote on Dec 1, 2008 8:25 AM:

" Having paid my dues on Capitol Hill, Sarah Palin should get down on her knees every day and praise God she was overwhelmingly rejected by Americans.

Attracting some of the most educated, breathtakingly smart people (Democrats, Republicans, Independents alike) and exceptionally experienced (far and beyond one year as governor in a remote, barely populated state)--Palin was just a bumpkin, and way out of her league. They would've destroyed her.

We didn't need some cutsie mascot--but a serious, well-educated advocate who knows how to get things done in the Big Leagues--Washington. "




TO uhh wrote on Dec 1, 2008 8:11 AM:

" To uhh..uhh..uhh wrote on Dec 1, 2008 7:26 AM:

Parenthetical pauses are quite natural in speech.

At least Obama speaks English and has a command of the language--unlike Bush and Palin who sound llike they flunked first grade and never advanced.

"Is our children learning?" President, George Bush

"Heldohakepdjesjkgikltalaskapoekthaiekdgnjeisktjiklhkeiodkghkeldeioskslgiiejksugjkdisk." Sarah Palin "




AK Voter wrote on Dec 1, 2008 7:50 AM:

" uhh uhh - at least Obama is using his own words, thinking before he speaks, those who hesitate pause to educate! Palin goes on and on about absolutely nothing she knows about only what she's heard or someone told her. Her ignorance is annoying beyond words, her very presents makes me puke. "




Oops wrote on Dec 1, 2008 7:46 AM:

" Normaj = Hillary is well educated far more than any politician we have in Alaska! I bet she can see the whole world in her position and not sound ridiculous. Palin is the undoing of the Republican party and soon the state of Alaska. I do give her that much power, she has swindled us more then we know. "




To Norma wrote on Dec 1, 2008 7:45 AM:

" Remember that secret, closed door meeting between Clinton and Obama when she (finally) conceded the campaign? I guess now we know what she demanded in return for her much-needed support and donor list! We just wonder if she demanded Sec State, or if she also included all the old Clinton has-beens that he's been hiring as well! She didn't make President this time, but I guess Sec. State will add to her resume so she can try again (and again, and again, and again...) "




uhh..uhh..uhh wrote on Dec 1, 2008 7:26 AM:

" Obama's speech is really starting to annoy me. Liberal are picking on the way Sarah speaks? Has anyone noticed that every other word out of Obama's mouth (now that the telepropter is gone) is uhh..uhh..uhh.. It will drive you crazy. "




jp wrote on Dec 1, 2008 7:20 AM:

" look at the whole 'team" Obama has announced that he wants.

talk about "More of the same" what a joke!!!
our "Token" president is really showing his leadership in taking a "new direction"

hahahaha, we're doomed! "




NormaJ wrote on Dec 1, 2008 6:25 AM:

" Does anyone find it amazing that Hiliary is now an Obama cabinet member, yet he ridicled her foreign policy experience during the primary. Even Hiliary admitted McCain had foreign policy knowledge and experience. Hiliary was dead on when she pointed out that Obama had "a speech". I think Obama is leaving Gates on because Obama is finding himself in over his head. Don't be fooled, this is a big admission that Obama lacks the experience, and may now have a little more respect for GW and his staff. "




go4it wrote on Dec 1, 2008 6:25 AM:

" Alaskans are upset about their D, if good ole Sarah doesn't keep "drill baby drill" going she'll lose even more votes. It's not just the governor who is greedy. Dumbed down politicians serving our state is despicable, Palin is sickening to represent our state. "




To Dan wrote on Nov 30, 2008 9:13 PM:

" Yeah, the government of the former USSR, Cuba, Venezuela and many like countries ALSO consider free-thinking people to be stupid! They consider the notion of a person deserving what he or she has earned to be silly! So I guess, in the end, what really matters is what kind of stock you place in the opinion of people like that. Of course, if you're a sheep, then it matters greatly what the popular opinion is. If you're a lemming, you'll follow the rest of the crowd right where this country will go in it's current state. "




DanJc wrote on Nov 30, 2008 8:02 PM:

" This from ADN today.
http://community.adn.com/adn/node/135064
Nice crowd. Nice values. If I was a republican I would never tell anyone else. This has gone so far that if someone presents himself as republican I assume he's stupid or at least messed up somehow.
Republicans are becoming the wonderment and laughingstock of mainstream America now...and its going fast, I hear jokes everywhere when out working. "




A.B. wrote on Nov 30, 2008 6:14 PM:

" C span, PBS? That would explain why you don't see the whole picture either. Try reading all the news, and I mean all of them. That way you might get a little bit of truth in there somewhere. Sarah does read a lot, as most right thinking people do. You didn't see that whole interview nor why she acted the way she did. Katie come off as if Alaskans don't read at all, Sarah was annoyed, as she should have been. Had you seen or read other news, you'd know that "




wr scrwd wrote on Nov 30, 2008 5:08 PM:

" this one vote counts against WOW
I am thinking canada
Really read it

LD wrote on Nov 30, 2008 11:52 AM:

" I seen Sarah Palin on Fox News today, & she is confused why the feminist females" didn't fully support her during the 08 election. She commented that they don't have to feel "afraid" of her. WHAT?! afraid?! Ha!
Sarah, allow me. You lost support when it was fully apparrent that you are incapable of serving as Vice, not to even consider becoming President (if warranted).You were incapable of even delivering coherent speech at times "




in defense wrote on Nov 30, 2008 4:47 PM:

" to Edward from Arizona:I have been reading and watching most things political since I was 18. That was 38 years ago. When you read articles, it's usually the opinion from the perspective of the writer, when you watch someone actually speak about what they are going to try and achieve you get a more accurate idea of what the person is about and what they actually mean. Gates agreed to stay on for a short time for a smoother transition. Watch interview with B Walters and you hear what he said about tax cuts for rich. Watch listen learn! "




Edward from AZ wrote on Nov 30, 2008 1:58 PM:

" in defense wrote on Nov 29, 2008
" Please take note-this letter by Kathy was in response to one young girls experience one day at school not a general lambasting of teachers, parents, etc. As for Obama's promises about Iraq, what does having Gates stay on for maybe a year have to do with that? and he never said that he wouldn't repeal the tax cuts for the rich. Don't you people watch C-SPAN, PBS, or Obama's interviews or press conferences. Educate yourself before you speak! "

LOL , like Sarah who does not read anything "




Kelli wrote on Nov 30, 2008 1:01 PM:

" With regard to Kathy Pearson's shame of republican's and our governor, I am disappointed in such aspersions.
First, every person has the propensity to misbehave regardless of party affiliation. The biggest difference is Democrats are simply much better at lying and cheating, finger pointing and coverups easily making Republicans look like the bad guy. If "the mess" is referring to the economy, that lies directly at Dodd, Frank and Pelosi's door (all w/D behind their name). Republican's aren't off the hook but they tried to stop it.
Secondly, our governor behaved with grace and dignity at every ugly turn. "




To Breathe wrote on Nov 30, 2008 12:50 PM:

" Being concerned with the state of our union and voicing that concern is not hatred. Obama's record as the most liberal senator speaks for him and discerning people can interpret his actions appropriately.

Could there be some overreaching? Perhaps. As for me, I prefer to be overcritical and incorrect than undercritical and unprepared. "




To Peanut Santiago-FL wrote on Nov 30, 2008 12:40 PM:

" Alaskans don’t get an oil profits check. We get a Dividend check from The Alaska Permanent Fund which is a trust to save money for future generations who may no longer have oil as a source of state income because our Constitution states: “The legislature shall provide for the utilization, development, and conservation of all natural resources belonging to the State, including land and waters, for the maximum benefit of its people.”
A portion of the Fund is invested (principal cannot be spent) and the dividend is paid from earnings – if earnings is zero no dividend is paid. "




Dave wrote on Nov 30, 2008 12:25 PM:

" Before Hillary Clinton conceded the campaign to Obama, there was that secret meeting held behind closed doors. Remember that? And at that time, we wondered 'I wonder what she's demanding in exchange for her concession and agreement to support him with her donors, etc.'? Almost all the Obama picks are former Clinton hacks and now she's been made Sec of State. I guess now we know, eh? I guess it was too much to expect the most power-hungry, dictator-minded politician in the US to finally call it quits and go home. "




PLEASE Help Her wrote on Nov 30, 2008 12:04 PM:

" PLEASE!!!!!
Barack Obama has not even served as President for one day, and already many hold him responsible for what is going on now, AND are waiting like hungry wolves just waiting for the tinest oversight.
Would it more benefical for us to work as a Team,foregoing hated, and help lift this wonderful nation back on her severly crippled feet, to help her stand again.feet? Is this way too much to ask or do? "




LD wrote on Nov 30, 2008 11:52 AM:

" I seen Sarah Palin on Fox News today, & she is confused why the feminist females" didn't fully support her during the 08 election. She commented that they don't have to feel "afraid" of her. WHAT?! afraid?! Ha!
Sarah, allow me. You lost support when it was fully apparrent that you are incapable of serving as Vice, not to even consider becoming President (if warranted).You were incapable of even delivering coherent speech at times, were embarassing & appearing grossly undereducated through " You betcha", "Six Pack Joe",winking,etc.
Go back to the drawing board! (IDAHO) "




DanB wrote on Nov 30, 2008 9:27 AM:

" A fellow "lower 48" Republican (not that we voted that way now) and I were talking yesterday about how the Republican Party has seemed to have morphed into a party of hate and name calling..

Can't we "just do unto others...." and unite ?" "




lawhite wrote on Nov 30, 2008 1:08 AM:

" We are alarmed at what Obama SAYS he is going to do and by his prior actions. Like threatening to have the FCC pull stations licenses if they run ads critical to him. Like saying he will appoint Supreme Court judges who reinterpret everything the Constitution says to give minorities preference. Like spreading the wealth and crippling our economy further. Like not being willing to prove he is even eligible to be president, showing his contempt both of the Constitution and the people. Those are just a few alarming facts. "




Ben C wrote on Nov 29, 2008 11:35 PM:

" It's true...there's hardly any 'real' Democrats left in office anymore. When the straight-forward approach didn't work, the Communist and Socialist lovers just quietly took over the Democrat party. The Democrat party of old was dedicated to defeating these people back in the day and would roll over in thier grave to see that they've taken over the party. Call themselves what they want...they're NOT Democrats! "




Peanut Santiago in Sunny Florida wrote on Nov 29, 2008 11:22 PM:

" I have lived through quite a few Republican and Democratic presidents...and congressional majorities.... The United States is still here.

******Obviously, some presidents are worse than others. Dem. Jimmy Carter was a disgrace handling foreign policy. I will leave Repub. Bush to the pages of history as to how bad he was.

******I am proud to be an American....just like you guys up there....

When you get a social security check, medicare, or an oil profits check....you are getting a form of socialism....

*******Peace people!!! "




NormaJ wrote on Nov 29, 2008 9:29 PM:

" Democrats and Rebublicans- stop the secular progressives. They are poision!!
Democrats, your party has been hijacked. Are you aware of that?? Can you understand?? "




To Breathe wrote on Nov 29, 2008 9:26 PM:

" I agree there has never seemed to be as much alarm after any election that I can remember. Could it be that people that did not vote for Obama are terrified of the views of the most liberal President elect ever? He is heavily supported by the secular progressives, his first priority is to close Gitmo and try the terroritst in private courts.,spread the wealth, remove all restrictions on abortions, and refuses to show his birth certificate. You don'tt think there is reason for alarm??? Too much alarming behavior for 100 words!! "




Shrink wrote on Nov 29, 2008 9:22 PM:

" Ohhhhhhhhhh..."Reality Check"! Your views have nothing to do with reality.

I feel sorry for you. "




in defense wrote on Nov 29, 2008 8:55 PM:

" Please take note-this letter by Kathy was in response to one young girls experience one day at school not a general lambasting of teachers, parents, etc. As for Obama's promises about Iraq, what does having Gates stay on for maybe a year have to do with that? and he never said that he wouldn't repeal the tax cuts for the rich. Don't you people watch C-SPAN, PBS, or Obama's interviews or press conferences. Educate yourself before you speak! "




NormaJ wrote on Nov 29, 2008 8:49 PM:

" It's sad to say, but there are alot of "nutjobs" out there. This blog shows some alarming examples. I hope the democratic party will come to realize that their party has been hijacked by secular progressives. Please, everyone, watch the unfolding events over the next 4 years with a critical eye, and don't be so easily fooled. Maybe there should be some introspection, before you have the nerve to print an article "ashamed of Republicans" Sarah Palin has stood up admirably. Conservatives, it's up to us to save this country. "




BREATHE wrote on Nov 29, 2008 8:14 PM:

" I'm 55-years-old, a registered Independent (Republican upbringing) and never in my life have I seen so much hatred in a losing team before this presidential election.

Honestly, you people need to take ahold of yourselves and slap yourselves silly until some common sense returns.

Obama hasn't even had a single day in office yet and already most of you act like you have a crystal ball and know exactly, beyond a doubt, what he is going to do and how it's all going to play out and what he's going to be guilty of.

Hogwash! "




David wrote on Nov 29, 2008 7:34 PM:

" Big-government lovers never read thier history. They think that they can be lazy and hand over all the money and whatever else the government demands, and in return the government will somehow 'fix all thier problems'. Never, in history, has this worked. In fact, it's always led to disaster. There should be alarm bells whenever a Democrat campaigns on 'cutting taxes. WHEN has a Democrate EVER reduced, not increased, taxing and spending? WHEN?! EVERY single problem that Obama addressed was to be solved by increased spending! As if money, not intelligence, solved everything! "




Correcting Another Nutjob wrote on Nov 29, 2008 7:34 PM:

" This is for:
To the To wrong and seeking change person wrote on Nov 29, 2008 1:55 PM:

Hate to hurt your feelings, but you are an idiot. As I stated previously, "total control" shows up in two blogs--specifically, in the following two blogs:

Wrong wrote on Nov 28, 2008 7:08 PM:
" To say the President is in 'total control' is ridiculous

--and--

seeking change wrote on Nov 28, 2008 4:44 PM:
" But you just said the democrats are already in total control, now you say nothing changes until January21st??

--- "




braced wrote on Nov 29, 2008 5:20 PM:

" To the star-struck believer in fairytales that says 'Obama is going to take control' and 'change is coming' etc etc... Yes, I'm sure he will 'take control'. Just like Fidel Castro, Joseph Stalin and all the other socialist monsters. And we've already seen the 'coming change' in the form of the same old, tried-and-failed cronies that helped make a disgrace out of the White House when Clinton was oozing around it's halls. But I guess the masses were star-struck with Lenin, too, when they handed him over their country (and thier freedom).Yes, there is going to be 'change' alright. Scary. "




Sonia Sandoval wrote on Nov 29, 2008 4:12 PM:

" Republicans are not responsible for giving people false mortgage loans and for our bad economy. Individuals have been living beyond their means and on credit. We live in a society that wants to get fast satisfaction. Get the 1,000,000.00 house on a 1,300 a month salary. We have to be responsible for our own actions and stop blaming the Republicans for our own bad habits. Obama wants everyone to live on welfare mentality. Give me give me give. Instead work, sacrafice, save money, Don't buy on credit. Give a down payment like our grandparents. I love Sara Palin! "




Sheep wrote on Nov 29, 2008 1:59 PM:

" I love the post in here about 'raising millions to elect a President that is going to rule'. Oh yay! Just what this country needs! A 'ruler'! I guess the person who referred to Obama as 'Dear Leader Obama' or 'Premier Obama' had it right! And releasing terrorists from Gitmo AND THEN paying them 'reparations'? Where is that post coming from? Saudi? Pakistan? Thank goodness there this country wasn't as populated with nuts in the 1940s or there would have been people demanding we 'be nice' to the fascists, too! "




To the To wrong and seeking change person wrote on Nov 29, 2008 1:55 PM:

" Gee. Our bad. No, he/she didn't use the term 'total control'. They used the term 'ultimate power'. Maybe you should READ instead of using the 'search' button'! Or maybe you don't understand and we should use smaller words? "




reality check wrote on Nov 29, 2008 1:43 PM:

" Why support Sarah? because she stands up for the American way. She is proud of America and the way it is .She is not going to spout change as a way to bring in Radical ideas. Do you think Sarah would endanger us by allowing terrorists to have aim at the US?? Never!! but Obama will. Moveon.org has demanded it. The far left is obviously emboldened and Obama agrees with the agenda. Wake up democrats! Your party has been hijacked. You may soon realize you have been fooled. "




Lou wrote on Nov 29, 2008 1:10 PM:

" I am very proud of the Republican platform. Do any of you democrat supporters out there know what the Democratic platform stands for? if you did, half of you would not support it. What we need, and what we have with Sarah Palin, is a strong conservative who walks the walk, not just talks the talk. You cannot hate a party because someone, who is human, and to err is human, messes up and does a bad or less than perfect, job. The Republican party is nothing to be ashamed of. "




me wrote on Nov 29, 2008 11:59 AM:

" I am just ashamed of the people who think they are republicans, call themselves republicans, but act like democrats.... "




To wrong wrote on Nov 29, 2008 11:51 AM:

" You just wait and see. Obama is gonna take control and bring in CHANGE!!
You don't think we raised unpresended millions to elect a President that isn't gonna rule do you? The congress is primmed to tag along,( as soon as we get Martin). Obama has reassured us that the first priority to to close Gitmo. The Muslim prisioners will be set free, tried in US courts with full disclosure and have acess to reparations against the US. That's just the beginning Baby! Change is on the way. No need to pretend anymore- progressives are in control. "




Maribeth wrote on Nov 29, 2008 11:26 AM:

" Kathy-I am sorry you are ashamed. I am not. I am proud to be an American and voted for a man who is proud to be an American named John McCain. Mr. Obama has shown me no indication that he is proud to be an American-and I have listened with an open heart to countless speeches and tracked his voting record and travels, hoping he was what the MSM says he is. However, I am convinced he is ashamed of America--and that his change is not productive change for the well-being of our country. "




skc wrote on Nov 29, 2008 9:42 AM:

" Don't knock Govenor Palin... I live a "stones throw" across the Mississippi from the state of Illinois. We have family there as well. Perhaps, our President-elect and his ruling party should have used their home state as proving ground before taking the "show" to a national level. A drive through downtown East St. Louis, Illinois would demonstrate a microcosm of the many problems that state has! Now he will solve the problems of the other 49? Well, we'll see! "




A.B. wrote on Nov 29, 2008 8:56 AM:

" continued... We are not a democracy, we're a reoublic. We did something new, formed a government that was to be governed by the people for the people. We have the constitution, or what little is left of it, to keep the government in check. Obama will be taking his oath of office in January, lets up hope he actually upholds his oath, not just he parts he wants to. Please make sure all our our legislators actually do take that oath seriously and uphold it. Thas is conservatism. "




A.B. wrote on Nov 29, 2008 8:53 AM:

" Hillbilies? Hardly, wasn't it the democratic senator from Pennsylvania that called his own people racists? Then recanted it but called them rednecks? And they still voted him back in. I don't think the dems in that state can think straight, and you call conservative republicans hillbillies? That is just to funny. Yeah, it is time to put the conservatism back into the party. Again, because the education system has dumbed you down, you have no clue what kind of government this country is actually run by. "




Baloney wrote on Nov 29, 2008 7:42 AM:

" I believe we have a bogus blogger here with 'seeking change'. There is a lack of sincerity with that blogger and I don't believe them. Sounds like a Palin/Bush lover in disguise.

Let's say we ignore them herein. "




pray for usa wrote on Nov 29, 2008 7:18 AM:

" I am amazed scanning these blogs you can easily see what side of the fence people are on. the drive by media got him elected, he wasn't vetted has no executive experience and is being compared to F.D.R. Still has 2 months before he is in office, its like a cult thing and scares the helloutta me. i hope he succeeds for our country but i am sceptical. The way bush has been attacked by the dems and obama being off limits, the possibility of them implementing the censorship, i mean the fairness doctrine. these blogs could go away. "




To WRONG and SEEKING CHANGE wrote on Nov 29, 2008 6:15 AM:

" I just did a search and find on the phrase 'total control' on this blog, and you two are the only ones who've used it. Nobody said anything about congress, demos, repubs or anyone--having total control.

I think you are one and the same, and pulling everyone's leg here, wasting time.

For SEEKING CHANGE to demand change now is downright stupid. Go back to first grade and learn your history--and stop wasting our time. We shouldn't have to dumb ourselves down for you here on this blog. That's so Palin. "




To Seeking Change wrote on Nov 29, 2008 5:37 AM:

" No universal healthcare with the Clintons because they were fighting uphill against a republican dominated Congress for most of Bill Clinton's term. God knows Hillary tried to bring about change. Bear in mind, when evaluating presidents, the republicans have been mostly in charge of Congress for the last sixteen years. "




Wrong wrote on Nov 28, 2008 7:08 PM:

" To say the President is in 'total control' is ridiculous. Very ridiculous. The Legislative Branch doesn't just show up and watch television while the President runs the country. The Executive Branch and the Legislative have to debate, wrangle, compromise and occasionally go through the grueling task of over-riding each other. Where have I 'heard that'? Uh, that would be basic, junior-high level government classes. Actually looking up how Congress is voting helps, too. It's not that hard. It's too bad how surprising it is to most people when they realize how limited the President's power really is. "




Chrisie wrote on Nov 28, 2008 6:52 PM:

" Kathy, your beloved Obama has already gone back on two of his campaign promises by keeping Bush's Defense Secretary Gates, essentially staying the course on Iraq, and also deciding to not repeal Bush's tax cuts for the rich. I hope Obama supporters hold him to the same critical standards as they applied to Republicans. "




seeking change wrote on Nov 28, 2008 4:44 PM:

" But you just said the democrats are already in total control, now you say nothing changes until January21st?? I'm expecting change because I need it, and Obama promised!! I'm counting on him to deliver. What's with bringing back Hiliary Clinton. The Clintons didn't do anything for me-no healthcare from them. Obama promised Healthcare. I want my CHANGE!!! "




To Ben C wrote on Nov 28, 2008 4:37 PM:

" The president has the ultimate power through the power to veto.

Most attempts to override a veto are thwarted at the git-go, regardless of who's president. Too punishing. Congress must deal with the president and his/her administration, post (improbable) veto or veto attempts.

Congress can't really run any show--without presidential approval/support.

The last 8 years are the Bush years; 8 years previous: the Clinton years, etc..

Have you ever heard otherwise, Ben? Really? "




Ben C wrote on Nov 28, 2008 3:35 PM:

" And as far as Congress goes; it's been under Democrat control for a few years now. Take a close look at the voting records of the Senators and Representatives over energy and banking. The 'man at the wheel' analogy doesn't work in the U.S. That's why we have the checks and balances of 3 levels of government. Putting all the blame on Bush for the current state of the economy doesn't make sense. Often, the President has even been blamed for things he voted against but Congress was able to push through. "




Follow the money wrote on Nov 28, 2008 3:16 PM:

" From whom and what does A.B. suggest the Republicans receive future donations if they "steer clear" of the Republican moderates?

Does A.B. recommend passing the Sunday plate for the Grand Ol' Party at tongue-talking, snake handling revivals? Or at hot dog fund raisers outside Bubba's Beer, Tractors & Pork Rind Factory Outlet?

It seems obvious that the moderates must rule the future GOP, or the GOP will fall flat and fail--through the same desparate and inappropriate attempts we just witnessed this presidential election.

Let's not have that, please.

Send the hillbillies home. Moderates rule. "




Ben C wrote on Nov 28, 2008 3:14 PM:

" And after months and months of hearing Obama use the word 'change' till we got sick of it....99% of the people he brings in are old Clinton administration hacks and the old Washington establishment. It appears we basically just put Bill Clinton back in office. Great. Oh yeah, he's also begun reneging on all those wonderful promises (again, of 'change') already. Got to hand him credit,...he didn't wait long to reveal his true colors. "




TO SEEKING CHANGE wrote on Nov 28, 2008 2:18 PM:

" I'm not sure where you are coming from...or educated, but in this country the new president and new congress don't officially begin their administrations until January, following the election.

Were you expecting big changes between November and January 20-21, 2009? If so, why?

Nothing really changes until Bush leaves office. Understand now? You can garner alot of information at thomas.gov, which is run by the Library of Congress. "




seekingchange wrote on Nov 28, 2008 12:01 PM:

" If democrats control everything, then why is it such a mess. Does that mean if I want change , I should have voted for the Republican candidates? "




TO seekingchange wrote on Nov 28, 2008 10:36 AM:

" Dear 'seekingchange'. I don't believe you can speak for the majority of Obama supporters nationally, especially when you say that you thought Congress was controlled by Republicans.

That tells me you are neither up on the news, nor watched it election night, when it was being hammered home that the Democrats totally rode roughshod over the opposition and now control everything.

No offense, but I think everyone knows that.

A gentle reminder that Obama will not take office until January and isn't in a legal position to launch 'change' yet. "




Point of fact wrote on Nov 28, 2008 9:34 AM:

" Actually, it was Ronald Reagan who got the banking deregulation bandwagon rolling in 1986. "




seekingchange wrote on Nov 28, 2008 6:50 AM:

" That's a good point about congress. I, like other Obama supporters, thought the Rebuplicans were in charge of congress. I think most people in the country believe that. How do we know where to put the blame? I voted for Obama looking for change, not more of the same! Since the election, I've made to a priority to get educated. I've decided to go to the internet to get my news. Can't trust the news on tv. "




Ben C wrote on Nov 27, 2008 10:10 PM:

" Concerned resident pins the blame on Bush. I guess he/she isn't aware that we have a 'Congress' and that they aren't blameless either. And A.B has nailed it right on the head; people are getting worse and worse when it comes to learning from history. The dumbing down of so many will be this country's undoing. They either don't recognize a socialist for being a socialist, or they haven't studied thier history enough to realize the danger that comes with socialism. "




sosorry wrote on Nov 27, 2008 6:58 PM:

" I find it odd that the real culprit never gets identified. Price fixing. No big mystery. It is the thick black hair growing on the huge wart on the giants nose. It crushes competition, destroys innovation, and creates housing bubbles and ramped up fuel prices. Go after it with a pair of mighty tough scissors and a suit of armor
on - they will kill to continue. "




seekingchange wrote on Nov 27, 2008 5:37 PM:

" I was an undecided, but I voted for Obama because I am looking for change. Now I'm wondering if I have been fooled. What's up with his reluctance to raise taxes on the rich, and these cabinet appointments he's making. Is he back pedaling before he's even in office? "




A.B. wrote on Nov 27, 2008 3:57 PM:

" Oh, and one more thing, Powell is not a conservative, he's a moderate, something which the republican party needs to steer clear of. They do not represent the views of the majority of Americans within the Republican party. Did you vote for Alan Keyes four years ago? I did, I did not vote for Bush. I take great offense to those who think just because we voted for the McCain ticket we're racists, did you vote for Alan? I think not...racist. "




A.B. wrote on Nov 27, 2008 3:53 PM:

" People just don't learn from history. Obama has chosen those to advise him that were there on the committees already, giving bad advise and have no clue how to fix this economy. It's the same ole same ole. It's only going to get worse, not better. And one more thing, Hillary was socailist, Obama views and ideals are down right marxist. Schools have failed to teach people the diiference between the diffierent types of governments, so I can see how thaqt would confuse you. "




Concerned resident wrote on Nov 27, 2008 9:36 AM:

" Obama a socialist? Obama said nothing? Yadda yadda. Oh, ho hum, what a BORE you extremist Republicans can be! Why then did President Eisenhower's grand-daughter, and Colin Powell and many other prominent, intelligent, conservative Republicans endorse Obama? We are fortunate and greatly blessed to have such a leader as President-elect Obama, and we are the envy of the world. Bush has ruined the economy, infrastructure, and America's reputation, and now we all need to work together very hard to set things aright. "




amazing wrote on Nov 26, 2008 5:51 PM:

" Anyone notice how fuel was some how found at the end of Bush term? Amazing the price of gas is falling everywhere just as he is leaving office. No mistake who got rich during his time in office. Remember who backs your presidents...Clinton (walmart and food companys) While we argue ideaology they sit back and laugh at us all. See politicians don't really care left or right they pick a side that will get them elected...Thats why the point of view for a party will change every 20-30 years. "




Simple wrote on Nov 26, 2008 5:44 PM:

" We can blame past presidents for everything and find stats to support each point.GREED got us in the mess! Realtors who began buying pre-construction property hoping to flip them to consumers once they were built. Well they got caught holding the bag.The builders were aware and also the banks.Bad loans happen to individuals all the time and never cost our economy like we are seeing now. In the lower 48 empty houses are widespread in subdivisions everywhere. Most have never been lived in and the realtors wouldn't rent them cause they don't clear the mortgage. Greed corrupts even democracy! "




lawhite wrote on Nov 26, 2008 3:54 PM:

" Actually, Bill Clinton himself admitted the Democrats were responsible for this mess, just starting with his own administration. You should research the truth before posting.
Obama is now going to throw more money after everything to "fix" it, which has never worked before.
Oh, by the way, Obama and Dodd were two who made the most money from Frannie Mae and Freddie Mac. Research that too.
Yes, I'm ashamed of all of those involved and feel there should be in depth investigation of it, including those in congress. Wonder if there will be. "




Ben C wrote on Nov 26, 2008 2:56 PM:

" Why is it that some people will mis-state historical fact as evidence of something? It's a matter of historical record that Reagan's economic policies of enabling business to remain strong was what brought us the boom that began in the '80s and continued through into the Clinton administration. (Why do you think Clinton didn't change it?) Has anybody her taken a basic Economics or History class? I guess it's simpler to just make this stuff up or repeat what others say if you don't have any facts? And this idea that basic infrastructure maintenance is somehow 'socialism' is just desperate! "




Agreed wrote on Nov 26, 2008 12:03 PM:

" I agree. You're brave for saying what you've said and I'm glad Ms. Rainey inspired you to do so. She seems to have inspired people around the world. "




More Duh wrote on Nov 26, 2008 12:02 PM:

" I do take heart in the thought you must be very happy with PE Obama's plans to spend big $ on infrustructure all over the country. It'll create jobs and help with your infrustructure concerns. Sadly because of the errors of the past, we'll be redistributing wealth from our children and grandchilden to ourselves.

FDR was right and so is BHO, the only way we've ever built or rebuilt our country is from the bottom up.

The death of our country began with Reaganomics & grew with Pres Bush's record deficits (blowing our surplus). "




Duh back wrote on Nov 26, 2008 11:55 AM:

" I actually do know the difference between Socialism and Communism, but doubted you did. My mistake. You still miss the point. Other states have bridges, schools, etc. that are falling down. But somehow you seem to think that redistributing the wealth of people in these states (where bridges might fall in and kill people) to build roads we can't afford to upkeep is somehow justified and that it is not socialism. You really need to open your mind and accept we (as a state) have been arrogant and selfish. "




Ben C wrote on Nov 26, 2008 10:40 AM:

" So now it takes big government and social programs to cover basic needs like road maintenance? That's a stretch! I think you have 'limited government' confused with 'no government'! Or is it an "all-or-nothing" mentality? "




JZ wrote on Nov 26, 2008 8:15 AM:

" If you drive a car, you are taking advantage of the largest and most costly socialist program in history; one which is paid for primarily out of general funds, rather than the drop in the bucket from the gas tax or registration fees.
Tax money pays for services, and I am willing to bet that most of those reciting the mantra of small government and no taxation woud be among the first to complain were the snow plows to not run in winter, and potholes left indefinately to make roads and highways impassable. "




Duh wrote on Nov 25, 2008 11:20 PM:

" Why is it when people try to justify the government taking what people have worked for (against thier will) and giving it to others..they are called communists? Well, they're not. They're called 'socialists'. Two different things. I thought an education at a 'prestigious college' might have taught you that. And I can clearly see why somebody's intelligence is questioned when they learn nothing from history about the failure of socialism. And most of the federal spending in Alaska goes to it's infrastructure, NOT the people. FYI. Fed money is spent here for the benefit of mainly the Feds. "




Wrong wrote on Nov 25, 2008 10:38 PM:

" Wrong - it all began with Regan and his "trickle down economcs" which even most Rep and all the economists have given up on. FDR saved the country the last time - its about jobs, putting folks to work and rebuilding both their pride and their ability to purchase goods... Its about building infrustucture... As for Jimmy Carter, he's the only former President in modern times to actually DO something after he left the White House. He lives his faith and walks the walk. "




more hypocrites wrote on Nov 25, 2008 9:26 PM:

" I studied economics, have you? Your argument that AK gets more because we’re bigger is = to we get more because we need it more, which is the same argument for helping those less fortunate. You either trust the government to redistribute or you don't. To only agree if it helps you is greed. By the way, I have a graduate degree from a prestigious university – I do use my own mind. Why is it when you disagree with Republicans they assume you are either stupid or a communist. Why is it we can’t simply agree to disagree? "




Gary wrote on Nov 25, 2008 9:08 PM:

" Sorry, but "deregulation of banks" isn't the problem Kathy.

The problem is the social experiments liberals always subject the rest of the nation to. This mess started under Jimmy Carter, the worst President ever. The "Community Re-investment Act" FORCED bankers, along with pressure from groups like Obama's ACORN to give loans to people who had absolutely no ability to repay loans.

Bill Clinton made it worse, by requiring Fannie and Freddie to have 50 percent of their holdings in this junk paper!

Republicans tried to stop this. Democrats blocked every attempt. "




To hypocrites wrote on Nov 25, 2008 8:37 PM:

" And your theory on how the oil vs. taxes vs. cost of oil is way, way off. About as wrong as wrong can get. Really, take the time to open a book or do some research instead of mimicing what some other liberal said because some other liberal said etc etc etc. "




To hypocrite wrote on Nov 25, 2008 8:35 PM:

" Seems that somebody could use a lesson or two in basic economics instead of reciting what they've been told. Alaska is almost half the size of the continental US, has the most federally-owned land and is closest to Russia, China etc. OF COURSE Alaska is going to get the most federal money! Can you imagine if it didn't?! For anybody who bothers to educate themselves on this matter instead of just parroting what they heard, this argument falls short! "




Agree wrote on Nov 25, 2008 7:10 PM:

" Ditto, Ms. Pearson. Good job Ms. Rainey "




hypocrate - 3 wrote on Nov 25, 2008 7:08 PM:

" And before you tell me to move let me say I love this state and most of its people. Pointing out one piece of bad fruit only means you want to save the good fruit from being infected. And before you ask me about my PFD - I donate it to charity. So don't yell about the idea of helping those who need help when you live in a state that specializes in it. "




hypocrates pt 2 wrote on Nov 25, 2008 6:58 PM:

" Continued: What’s more if you live in another state and have oil on your land you get rich. Here, someone else could (theoretically) put a well in your front yard and you’d get nothing. And the state gets a big piece as “owners” of the resources. Then the taxes the oil co. pay to the state means increased prices for others in the lower 48! Which means that they are again paying higher prices for us! And then there’s the PFD – another example of redistribution of wealth. Again, can you say hypocrite? "




AK hypocrates wrote on Nov 25, 2008 6:52 PM:

" General comment on Socialism and spreading the wealth:
I find my fellow citizens of this state who yell about this to either be hypocrites or they must all want to ouster all those who represent the state. After all, we are #1 in receiving redistributed wealth from the lower 48! We get money from all those other hardworking Americans in "pork" because of our special needs. (Which we do have.) So, when “Uncle Ted” brought money in and redistributed wealth to us, its not socialism, its some other “good thing.” But when its not coming to us, its bad? "




Truth-telling Time wrote on Nov 25, 2008 6:09 PM:

" My previous blog was intended to "To Kathy". "




Truth-telling Time wrote on Nov 25, 2008 4:35 PM:

" Ohhhhh, listen Kathy, Obama is the one who said "hands off" the Palin family, including that pregnant teen. He also promised to get rid of anyone on his campaign who did not comply with his high ethics.

Palin was the one who hit the trail screeching ugly lies--and about Obama. She also stood still while her trashy supporters threatened Obama's life, giggling and tee-hee'ing all the while.

As a direct consequence, Palin's perceived as nothing but a piece of slimy garbage to the lower 48 majority.

Keep your trash out of our yard. "




Ben C wrote on Nov 25, 2008 2:24 PM:

" No, Jim from Boston and his buddies don't like silly things like the Constitution or the Bill of Rights! You know, dumb things like the 2nd Amendment and other freedoms. And as far as being intelligent; why of course they are! That's why they keep sending a murdering drunk to Congress to represent them! "




To Kathy wrote on Nov 25, 2008 11:34 AM:

" It is too bad you are "ashamed " of your fellow citizens. You sound like Michelle Obama who was always "ashamed"of her country until Barack won. Barack rightly demanded his family be "off limits" during the campaign. This was repected by the republicans. The whole Palin family including their five month down syndrome baby was brutally attacked on a daily basis by the intolerant Obamanista media lapdogs. Somehow there is a double standard here. As a "proud supporter of Barack Obama and what he stands for" are you ashamed of those who hate and slander the Palin family? "




to cmh wrote on Nov 25, 2008 10:59 AM:

" Read your history and economics. Reagan's economic policies were in place when Bush Sr. took place, and he made very few changes to them. When Clinton took office, he made the fewest changes to economic policy of any in-coming President. Historical fact. Then, being a Clinton, he took credit for it. And as far as talking to those countries? Well, we all know what good buddies he was with China, don't we? He happily threw this country under the bus to China just to get some money to fund his campaign! "




To Comrade Jim from Boston wrote on Nov 25, 2008 10:54 AM:

" Since you're so proud to be a socialist, why don't you give out your address so those that aren't working as hard as you can come over and help themselves to half your stuff? After all...'spreading the wealth' is good for everybody, right? "




Brian wrote on Nov 25, 2008 10:17 AM:

" are all republicans so touchy, smug, and self-important? "




Jim from Boston wrote on Nov 25, 2008 8:33 AM:

" Ben, we like to think of Massachusetts as a part of a New England progressive voting block.

We are intelligent, prosperous people who don't duck and cover when we hear the word "socialism". Nor do we throw around meaningless phrases like "staying in the bounds of the Constitution". What does that mean?

Oh well, look at it this way. You set up that laissez-faire, "family values" three card monte stand and it failed. Young minds like Waverli are smart enough to question why. You can't stop her. "




jp wrote on Nov 25, 2008 7:39 AM:

" are you proud of how your Democrats are acting?
because, they are a sterling pillar of integrity right? "




A.B. wrote on Nov 25, 2008 7:18 AM:

" "If you don't stand for something, you'll fall for anything."
Obama said a whole lot of nothing. And you seem to forget it was the democrats like Barney Frank that were on the financial committees that are reponsible for this mess. Socialism does not work. People that can't afford 300k houses should not be buying them. Our government has failed miserably in staying within the bounds of the constitution. It's important now that real Americans be vigalant and keep this country from falling further into socialistic decay. "




cmh wrote on Nov 24, 2008 9:52 PM:

" Obviously it is Clinton's fault because the economy only improved under his tenure and after all, that is biggest indicator of failure. The recession and panic we are in currently is a signal of the strength of Bush' policies and why we should continue them. Oh, wait, unfair comparison? Deal with it. Clinton had us talking to every nation. Even the Palestinians, North Koreans, Chinese, Iraqi, Russians, and Irish. Under Bush, we have planned the bombings of the Palestinians, North Koreans, Chinese, Russians, Iraqi, and probably the Irish, too. "




Ben C wrote on Nov 24, 2008 9:51 PM:

" Wow! What a stretch to somehow tie that letter into this response! And you're right, it wasn't so much Clinton's fault as it was the fault of CONGRESS (or did you forget about them?) And you're ashamed of teachers? One of the strongest bastions of liberalism in this country? You're ashamed of 'anyone in authority'? Wow! Scary! I guess anarchy is your solution, then? Or a 'proud supporter of Obama and what he stands for'? I guess that would be Socialism? Why, oh why do you live in Alaska? Seems to me you'd be happier in California or Massachusetts! "