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Idiot Awards
Author: BobR
Date: 02/11/2009 13:25:25
How many times a day do you read something in the news or see it on TV and think "wow - that was so stupid they should get an award for that"? Well today's your lucky day. As self-appointed judge, I will be doling these out based on recent news stories. As always, your mileage may vary.
For the bronze: The Congressional Republicans for their opposition of (and rationale for opposing) the economic stimulus bill. Here's one take on why it was a good idea:
Because - as you know - playing politics is MUCH more important than helping out their constituents, or maybe saving the country. That could NEVER backfire.
Most of our regular readers have already seen this, but it bears repeating (and reposting) - Rachel Maddow explaining why the Republicans are either lying or just plain stupid about the economy and what the stimulus package is supposed to do (hint: it's right there in the name):
For the Silver: FOX News for taking a Republican Party talking point - TYPO INCLUDED - and airing it verbatim on the air, all the while claiming it was research:
The link contains the video. Simply amazing. No one caught the incorrect date? No one said - "hey wait a minute - this can't be right". Wow!
But the Gold... the gold goes to: The Clayton County, GA school system. This county - south of Atlanta proper - has had some real problems. The Ford plant nearby closed... When Atlanta experienced a boom in building and business, the area was completely bypassed... The schools' statistics and test scores have been abysmal.
Recently, the entire county's school system was decertified by the state. What does that mean? It means that anyone that graduates from High School there doesn't have a state-sanctioned diploma, so they will have a very difficult time being accepted at most colleges. It's very serious business.
Q: So at a point where the county and school system is trying desperately to get its schools back up to par, in the middle of an economic crisis when every dollar is precious, what do they choose to spend $70,000 on?
A: Uniforms for the bus drivers to help prevent terrorists from hijacking them.
No, I am not shitting you:
So terrorists can't buy khaki pants and red shirts?... So terrorists are plotting to hijack a school bus in Clayton County? (They'd probably be scared to go into some areas of the county)... Because somehow if the driver is supposed to be wearing a uniform, and a "terrorist" gets on to drive the bus, the students are going to... do what?
At this point, having terrorists hijack the school board might be an improvement. They respond to this incredible waste of money with "buy uniforms for the students"?? Hey, I've got a novel idea - how about BUYING BOOKS AND SCHOOL EQUIPMENT??
Apparently, the board members graduated from the the same schools they are now trying to run. I can't think of a better explanation.
Anyway, the closing music plays and we are done. Cut to commercial. See you next time...
For the bronze: The Congressional Republicans for their opposition of (and rationale for opposing) the economic stimulus bill. Here's one take on why it was a good idea:
Voting against the bill was good politics because it shows that the GOP can't be persuaded by charm alone, presidential or otherwise. Sure, Republicans risk coming off as stubborn in the face of Obama's ostentatious magnanimity. But at this stage, there's nothing wrong with playing hard to get. There will be time for bipartisan necking later.
Another advantage is that the vote makes Minority Leader John Boehner and Minority Whip Eric Cantor look good. The fact that zero out of 178 Republicans broke ranks shows a united, disciplined front. On a symbolic vote like this—one of the first of the 111th Congress—sending a signal is more important than reaching an immediate compromise.
Because - as you know - playing politics is MUCH more important than helping out their constituents, or maybe saving the country. That could NEVER backfire.
Most of our regular readers have already seen this, but it bears repeating (and reposting) - Rachel Maddow explaining why the Republicans are either lying or just plain stupid about the economy and what the stimulus package is supposed to do (hint: it's right there in the name):
For the Silver: FOX News for taking a Republican Party talking point - TYPO INCLUDED - and airing it verbatim on the air, all the while claiming it was research:
During the February 10 edition of Fox News' Happening Now, co-host Jon Scott claimed that "the Senate is expected to pass the $838 billion stimulus plan -- its version of it, anyway. We thought we'd take a look back at the bill, how it was born, and how it grew, and grew, and grew." In tracking how and when the bill purportedly "grew," Scott referenced seven dates, as on-screen graphics cited various news sources from those time periods. However, all of the sources and cost figures Scott cited, as well as the accompanying on-screen text, were also contained in a February 10 press release issued by the Senate Republican Communications Center. One on-screen graphic during the segment even repeated a typo from the GOP document, further confirming that Scott was simply reading from a Republican press release. The Fox News graphic and the GOP press release both claimed that a Wall Street Journal report that the stimulus package could reach "$775 billion over two years" was published on December 19, 2009
The link contains the video. Simply amazing. No one caught the incorrect date? No one said - "hey wait a minute - this can't be right". Wow!
But the Gold... the gold goes to: The Clayton County, GA school system. This county - south of Atlanta proper - has had some real problems. The Ford plant nearby closed... When Atlanta experienced a boom in building and business, the area was completely bypassed... The schools' statistics and test scores have been abysmal.
Recently, the entire county's school system was decertified by the state. What does that mean? It means that anyone that graduates from High School there doesn't have a state-sanctioned diploma, so they will have a very difficult time being accepted at most colleges. It's very serious business.
Q: So at a point where the county and school system is trying desperately to get its schools back up to par, in the middle of an economic crisis when every dollar is precious, what do they choose to spend $70,000 on?
A: Uniforms for the bus drivers to help prevent terrorists from hijacking them.
No, I am not shitting you:
"We wanted to be proactive in an effort to protect our children from terrorists," Lyles said Tuesday. "Before uniforms, the kids could have a substitute bus driver and a terrorist could get on the bus and take 70 kids. Students wouldn’t know if this is the person who is supposed to drive the bus."
All 500 bus drivers and special-education bus monitors will now be wearing red shirts, khaki pants and jackets.
The $70,000 expenditure comes as the district is losing $23 million in state aid. Last week, school officials announced 153 teachers and 102 other employees would have to be cut next school year.
"I really think at this point we need to be looking at everything we do and be very frugal in spending," said school board member Jessie Goree. "If we’re going to provide them uniforms, we should probably provide uniforms for our students."
So terrorists can't buy khaki pants and red shirts?... So terrorists are plotting to hijack a school bus in Clayton County? (They'd probably be scared to go into some areas of the county)... Because somehow if the driver is supposed to be wearing a uniform, and a "terrorist" gets on to drive the bus, the students are going to... do what?
At this point, having terrorists hijack the school board might be an improvement. They respond to this incredible waste of money with "buy uniforms for the students"?? Hey, I've got a novel idea - how about BUYING BOOKS AND SCHOOL EQUIPMENT??
Apparently, the board members graduated from the the same schools they are now trying to run. I can't think of a better explanation.
Anyway, the closing music plays and we are done. Cut to commercial. See you next time...
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Comment by 
Random on 02/11/2009 13:41:00
Random on 02/11/2009 13:41:00
Cool, makes me wonder who the runner ups are.
Beverly Kennedy?
Beverly Kennedy?
Comment by 
BobR on 02/11/2009 13:42:42
Feel free to add more!
BobR on 02/11/2009 13:42:42
Quote by Random:
Cool, makes me wonder who the runner ups are.
Beverly Kennedy?
Feel free to add more!
Comment by Random on 02/11/2009 13:50:58
Random on 02/11/2009 13:50:58
Well, then Random would love to nominate Beverly Kennedy, Local South Florida Radio Wing Nut. Who yesterday, mocked Harrietta Hughes as someone looking to scam the system, asking for free handouts to get a car, a house, a job. She then went to make the joke, "I guess Obama's town halls are the place to be, better than an employment office."
Random did send an email to SMS, and since he doesn't listen live, if someone would say if it's read, Random would appreciate it.
Random did send an email to SMS, and since he doesn't listen live, if someone would say if it's read, Random would appreciate it.
Comment by 
Raine on 02/11/2009 14:01:59
Raine on 02/11/2009 14:01:59
:coffee: Good morning!
Comment by 
velveeta jones on 02/11/2009 14:07:04
velveeta jones on 02/11/2009 14:07:04
Oh BobR........ don't you know how cute that blazer, red shirt, khaki pants outfit would be? STUNNING. I tell ya....... that's money well spent.
Morning all.
Off to get a haircut, or brain surgery........ I forget which.......
Morning all.
Off to get a haircut, or brain surgery........ I forget which.......
Comment by 
Scoopster on 02/11/2009 14:19:23
Scoopster on 02/11/2009 14:19:23
Morning all! 
Three hours of sleep last night, it's gonna be a fuuuuuun day! :wacko:
Oh yeah, since I got in early today here was my response to last night's caption pic:
Three hours of sleep last night, it's gonna be a fuuuuuun day! :wacko:Oh yeah, since I got in early today here was my response to last night's caption pic:
Biden (to Cheney): Let me explain something to you. Um, I am not "Mr. Vice President". You're Mr. Vice President, man. I'm the Dude! So that's what you call me. You know, that or, uh, His Dudeness, or uh, Duder, or El Duderino if you're not into the whole brevity thing.
Comment by Raine on 02/11/2009 14:25:25
Raine on 02/11/2009 14:25:25
Awww ...Rebekah!
Comment by Raine on 02/11/2009 14:42:05
Raine on 02/11/2009 14:42:05
Momma Doesn't know the Foo Fighters?
Wow.
Wow.
Comment by Raine on 02/11/2009 14:51:01
Raine on 02/11/2009 14:51:01
I love Jim AlGore! 
Comment by Raine on 02/11/2009 14:52:53
Raine on 02/11/2009 14:52:53
LOL! Wow that really is young MC!
Comment by Raine on 02/11/2009 14:54:07
Raine on 02/11/2009 14:54:07
Bust a move!!!
Comment by 
starling310 on 02/11/2009 14:54:32
starling310 on 02/11/2009 14:54:32
Young MC! 
Comment by starling310 on 02/11/2009 14:59:21
starling310 on 02/11/2009 14:59:21
Ok...I don't care how old it gets...."Bust a Move" is always a good party song.
Comment by starling310 on 02/11/2009 15:14:57
starling310 on 02/11/2009 15:14:57
:rofl:
SO TRUE JIM!
SO TRUE JIM!
Comment by BobR on 02/11/2009 15:21:47
It's Harold & Maude!
She loves his spunky youthfullness, and he likes how she can take her teeth out.
BobR on 02/11/2009 15:21:47
Quote by Raine:
There is hope for Momma Yet...
It's Harold & Maude!
She loves his spunky youthfullness, and he likes how she can take her teeth out.
Comment by 
wickedpam on 02/11/2009 15:22:19
wickedpam on 02/11/2009 15:22:19
Morning :hug:
Late start had stuff to do - no worries all is well :D
On an other no I got a little table top rose bush from my boss for my birthday
(which is Sunday incase anyone wants to send cash 
)
Late start had stuff to do - no worries all is well :D
On an other no I got a little table top rose bush from my boss for my birthday
(which is Sunday incase anyone wants to send cash )
Comment by Raine on 02/11/2009 15:26:00
Raine on 02/11/2009 15:26:00
I was wondering where you were Ms. Mala!
Comment by wickedpam on 02/11/2009 15:27:45
Since Mom and I carpool, she had a dentist appt we had to hit first, that's all :)
wickedpam on 02/11/2009 15:27:45
Quote by Raine:
I was wondering where you were Ms. Mala!
Since Mom and I carpool, she had a dentist appt we had to hit first, that's all :)
Comment by starling310 on 02/11/2009 15:28:56
:: hums Cat Stevens ::
starling310 on 02/11/2009 15:28:56
Quote by BobR:Quote by Raine:
There is hope for Momma Yet...
It's Harold & Maude!
She loves his spunky youthfullness, and he likes how she can take her teeth out.
:: hums Cat Stevens ::
Comment by wickedpam on 02/11/2009 15:32:27
wickedpam on 02/11/2009 15:32:27
going through the VA ABC listing of places that have licenses to sell alcohol - I have just found a place that has me wondering a little - Pancake and Things in Chesepeake.
What other kinds of things? That's a very open description of there restaurtant
What other kinds of things? That's a very open description of there restaurtant
Comment by wickedpam on 02/11/2009 15:36:34
wickedpam on 02/11/2009 15:36:34
spending my V-Day in a cake class 
doing anything that's not valentinesy
doing anything that's not valentinesy
Comment by Scoopster on 02/11/2009 15:36:59
Scoopster on 02/11/2009 15:36:59
w000000t The breakfast train has arrived! 
Gonna go get me a bagel!
Gonna go get me a bagel!
Comment by Raine on 02/11/2009 15:40:54
Raine on 02/11/2009 15:40:54
Julio and Obama down by the schoolyard!~
Comment by starling310 on 02/11/2009 15:40:54
starling310 on 02/11/2009 15:40:54
:lol: Obama cracks me up when he laughs into the mic.
Comment by wickedpam on 02/11/2009 15:41:04
wickedpam on 02/11/2009 15:41:04
Miss Hennrietta :cry:
Julio :lol:
Julio :lol:
Comment by wickedpam on 02/11/2009 15:41:39
I know it's cute right :D
wickedpam on 02/11/2009 15:41:39
Quote by starling310:
:lol: Obama cracks me up when he laughs into the mic.
I know it's cute right :D
Comment by starling310 on 02/11/2009 15:42:58
starling310 on 02/11/2009 15:42:58
Michael Phelps??? Seriously? WHO CARES!!!
Comment by starling310 on 02/11/2009 15:44:58
starling310 on 02/11/2009 15:44:58
Has Momma addressed the crazy octuplet mom interview yet?
C.O.M. ( Crazy Octuplet Mom ) ----->
Anne Curry ----> :drool:
C.O.M. ( Crazy Octuplet Mom ) ----->
Anne Curry ----> :drool:
Comment by 
livingonli on 02/11/2009 15:47:43
livingonli on 02/11/2009 15:47:43
Good morning everyone. 
Damn west coast games. I didn't get home until 3 AM last night.
And tonight will be even more fun with being live with a home Rangers game and a road Knicks game so that I will be live from 6:30 PM until 1:30 AM.
Damn west coast games. I didn't get home until 3 AM last night.
And tonight will be even more fun with being live with a home Rangers game and a road Knicks game so that I will be live from 6:30 PM until 1:30 AM.
Comment by starling310 on 02/11/2009 15:50:01
starling310 on 02/11/2009 15:50:01
I 
HELEN THOMAS
HELEN THOMAS
Comment by livingonli on 02/11/2009 15:51:52
I will. She's a crazy ass loon. Sorry, being a baby machine is not going to help you in this world. And pretty much her dating careers over because how many guys will go out with a single mom of 14.
livingonli on 02/11/2009 15:51:52
Quote by starling310:
Has Momma addressed the crazy octuplet mom interview yet?
C.O.M. ( Crazy Octuplet Mom ) ----->
Anne Curry ----> :drool:
I will. She's a crazy ass loon. Sorry, being a baby machine is not going to help you in this world. And pretty much her dating careers over because how many guys will go out with a single mom of 14.
Comment by Scoopster on 02/11/2009 15:54:29
Scoopster on 02/11/2009 15:54:29
Comment by Raine on 02/11/2009 15:54:57
LOL I have a bunch of Friends that really want to boycott Kelloggs Cereal... But then the munchies kick in... :spliff:
Raine on 02/11/2009 15:54:57
Quote by starling310:
Michael Phelps??? Seriously? WHO CARES!!!
LOL I have a bunch of Friends that really want to boycott Kelloggs Cereal... But then the munchies kick in... :spliff:
Comment by wickedpam on 02/11/2009 15:55:25
wickedpam on 02/11/2009 15:55:25
Hey! Rachel got a shout out on Behind the Eclispe (a Q&A for Heroes stuff)
“Since the stated Tracy was the first, doesn't that mean they've started a little big? She is tied to the governor of New York. She'd be missed. Also, Hiro is the Chairman and/or CEO of a large Japanese corporation. Wouldn't grabbing him and taking him out of his country have major implications?”
If Tracy is someone who can shake things up in Washington, wouldn’t you want to nab her before she got wise as to what was happening? When she could cause some real trouble. And as far as the US kidnapping foreign citizens in their own countries – Carl, we think you might need to wake up and tune into some Rachel Maddow to clear up some of that naiveté. And as far as Hiro’s power being gone, I’m not sure Claire was sharing much of that – and it’s possible that no one was listening if she did. Sucks being a teenager.
Bold mine
“Since the stated Tracy was the first, doesn't that mean they've started a little big? She is tied to the governor of New York. She'd be missed. Also, Hiro is the Chairman and/or CEO of a large Japanese corporation. Wouldn't grabbing him and taking him out of his country have major implications?”
If Tracy is someone who can shake things up in Washington, wouldn’t you want to nab her before she got wise as to what was happening? When she could cause some real trouble. And as far as the US kidnapping foreign citizens in their own countries – Carl, we think you might need to wake up and tune into some Rachel Maddow to clear up some of that naiveté. And as far as Hiro’s power being gone, I’m not sure Claire was sharing much of that – and it’s possible that no one was listening if she did. Sucks being a teenager.
Bold mine
Comment by wickedpam on 02/11/2009 15:55:58
well at least you'll be busy :hug:
wickedpam on 02/11/2009 15:55:58
Quote by livingonli:
Good morning everyone.
Damn west coast games. I didn't get home until 3 AM last night.
And tonight will be even more fun with being live with a home Rangers game and a road Knicks game so that I will be live from 6:30 PM until 1:30 AM.
well at least you'll be busy :hug:
Comment by livingonli on 02/11/2009 15:56:07
livingonli on 02/11/2009 15:56:07
Hannity has absolutely no understanding of the concept of socialism. I know that might be too much for his teeny tiny pee brain inside that oversized noggin of his.
Comment by livingonli on 02/11/2009 15:57:47
Dude, there are other cereal brands you know. What about Cookie Crisp? :spliff:
livingonli on 02/11/2009 15:57:47
Quote by Raine:Quote by starling310:
Michael Phelps??? Seriously? WHO CARES!!!
LOL I have a bunch of Friends that really want to boycott Kelloggs Cereal... But then the munchies kick in... :spliff:
Dude, there are other cereal brands you know. What about Cookie Crisp?
:spliff:
Comment by livingonli on 02/11/2009 16:02:02
livingonli on 02/11/2009 16:02:02
So, Favre is retiring but what will it be for good this time?
Comment by velveeta jones on 02/11/2009 16:07:41
velveeta jones on 02/11/2009 16:07:41
WHAT? Young MC actually called. Damn........ I missed it. Off to the SMS website I go.
Comment by 
TriSec on 02/11/2009 16:10:48
TriSec on 02/11/2009 16:10:48
: drags self to blog :
Finally done with today's set of meetings...
Finally done with today's set of meetings...
Comment by livingonli on 02/11/2009 16:17:16
livingonli on 02/11/2009 16:17:16
Meetings can both suck and blow.
Comment by Will in Chicago on 02/11/2009 16:20:30
Will in Chicago on 02/11/2009 16:20:30
Good morning, bloggers!!
I am off today, but have a few things to do. (Filling out applications in advance of school districts posting jobs.)
In a positive note, we do seem to be watching the implosion of the GOP. When Boehner begs for a renogotiation of the jobs package, you know that they are desperate.
I am off today, but have a few things to do. (Filling out applications in advance of school districts posting jobs.)
In a positive note, we do seem to be watching the implosion of the GOP. When Boehner begs for a renogotiation of the jobs package, you know that they are desperate.
Comment by wickedpam on 02/11/2009 16:28:30
wickedpam on 02/11/2009 16:28:30
From DCRTV
Fox DCer Gets Kiddie Porn Charge - 2/10 - TVNewser tells us that Aaron Bruns, a news producer in the Fox News Channel DC bureau, has been arrested and charged with one count of possession of child pornography. A Fox News spokesperson confirms, telling TVNewser, "We are aware of the arrest and he is currently suspended without pay." Bruns is in federal court in DC this afternoon appearing on the felony charge. TVNewser adds that this isn't Bruns' first run-in with the law. He allegedly dropped out of the University Of Michigan in 1999 after being arrested on charges of distributing child pornography. Bruns has been with FNC for more than six years. He was a producer covering the Hillary Clinton campaign last year.....
Fox DCer Gets Kiddie Porn Charge - 2/10 - TVNewser tells us that Aaron Bruns, a news producer in the Fox News Channel DC bureau, has been arrested and charged with one count of possession of child pornography. A Fox News spokesperson confirms, telling TVNewser, "We are aware of the arrest and he is currently suspended without pay." Bruns is in federal court in DC this afternoon appearing on the felony charge. TVNewser adds that this isn't Bruns' first run-in with the law. He allegedly dropped out of the University Of Michigan in 1999 after being arrested on charges of distributing child pornography. Bruns has been with FNC for more than six years. He was a producer covering the Hillary Clinton campaign last year.....
Comment by BobR on 02/11/2009 16:29:11
btw - are you still using the old version of the blog? You commented previously about the Bush countdown calendar...
BobR on 02/11/2009 16:29:11
Quote by Will in Phoenix:
Good morning, bloggers!!
I am off today, but have a few things to do. (Filling out applications in advance of school districts posting jobs.)
In a positive note, we do seem to be watching the implosion of the GOP. When Boehner begs for a renogotiation of the jobs package, you know that they are desperate.
btw - are you still using the old version of the blog? You commented previously about the Bush countdown calendar...
Comment by Raine on 02/11/2009 16:35:49
Raine on 02/11/2009 16:35:49
Someone is totally sour grapes...
Comment by starling310 on 02/11/2009 16:36:24
starling310 on 02/11/2009 16:36:24
There's a part of me that agrees with Chuck at this point.
Screw the Republicans. We tried...time to move on and pass a good bill!
Screw the Republicans. We tried...time to move on and pass a good bill!
Comment by livingonli on 02/11/2009 16:36:57
livingonli on 02/11/2009 16:36:57
Right-wing caller. 
Comment by Raine on 02/11/2009 16:37:02
Raine on 02/11/2009 16:37:02
Chuck sounds drunk.
Comment by wickedpam on 02/11/2009 16:37:35
wickedpam on 02/11/2009 16:37:35
Comment by Raine on 02/11/2009 16:37:38
Raine on 02/11/2009 16:37:38
ZOMG. The callers are freeping the lines today!
Comment by starling310 on 02/11/2009 16:38:45
starling310 on 02/11/2009 16:38:45
Obama will take the blame if it doesn't work!
Comment by wickedpam on 02/11/2009 16:40:51
wickedpam on 02/11/2009 16:40:51
*snort* Chris :lol:
Chris :lol:
Comment by livingonli on 02/11/2009 16:41:44
livingonli on 02/11/2009 16:41:44
I really think there needs to be an IQ test before calling in to talk shows to screen out the freepers.
Comment by Will in Chicago on 02/11/2009 16:47:46
It looks like it is still there. I am going to change my bookmark.
Will in Chicago on 02/11/2009 16:47:46
Quote by BobR:Quote by Will in Phoenix:
Good morning, bloggers!!
I am off today, but have a few things to do. (Filling out applications in advance of school districts posting jobs.)
In a positive note, we do seem to be watching the implosion of the GOP. When Boehner begs for a renogotiation of the jobs package, you know that they are desperate.
btw - are you still using the old version of the blog? You commented previously about the Bush countdown calendar...
It looks like it is still there. I am going to change my bookmark.
Comment by starling310 on 02/11/2009 16:49:12
starling310 on 02/11/2009 16:49:12
DOLLY PARTON!!! 
Comment by Raine on 02/11/2009 16:49:18
Raine on 02/11/2009 16:49:18
Dolly is so darn Cute!
Comment by starling310 on 02/11/2009 16:51:47
Rumor is she likes the ladies.
( yes, I know she's married. )
starling310 on 02/11/2009 16:51:47
Quote by Raine:
Dolly is so darn Cute!
Rumor is she likes the ladies.
( yes, I know she's married. )
Comment by Raine on 02/11/2009 16:52:02
Raine on 02/11/2009 16:52:02
I have heard that they also need 2 members of the minority party for any bill that increases the deficit.
Comment by starling310 on 02/11/2009 16:52:52
starling310 on 02/11/2009 16:52:52
You know what costs more over the long run? Single mothers having 14 kids.
Comment by wickedpam on 02/11/2009 16:53:15
wickedpam on 02/11/2009 16:53:15
no our country is NOT a corporation! Ass hat!
Comment by Raine on 02/11/2009 16:53:50
Raine on 02/11/2009 16:53:50
:yadda:
Comment by livingonli on 02/11/2009 16:54:20
livingonli on 02/11/2009 16:54:20
These right-wing callers are as arrogant and condescending as the former commander-in-chimp is.
Comment by Raine on 02/11/2009 16:54:43
Raine on 02/11/2009 16:54:43
Comment by wickedpam on 02/11/2009 16:54:47
wickedpam on 02/11/2009 16:54:47
thank you Jim I was just going to say that.
Comment by livingonli on 02/11/2009 16:59:19
livingonli on 02/11/2009 16:59:19
OK, which is becoming the crazier cult? The Ron Paulians or the Ayn Randians?
Comment by wickedpam on 02/11/2009 17:01:01
wickedpam on 02/11/2009 17:01:01
Raine broke the blog :p
Comment by Raine on 02/11/2009 17:01:27
Raine on 02/11/2009 17:01:27
Comment by livingonli on 02/11/2009 17:04:32
Just remember, the Herald is also owned by Rupert Murdoch which means it is as credible a paper as the New York Post or as credible as Fox News is.
livingonli on 02/11/2009 17:04:32
Quote by Raine:
This headline is THE most disengenuous I have ever seen.
President Obama NEVER said that.
Just remember, the Herald is also owned by Rupert Murdoch which means it is as credible a paper as the New York Post or as credible as Fox News is.
Comment by TriSec on 02/11/2009 17:05:24
It's the Boston Herald. There aren't enough grains of salt in the ENTIRE OCEAN to take with that.
TriSec on 02/11/2009 17:05:24
Quote by Raine:
This headline is THE most disengenuous I have ever seen.
President Obama NEVER said that.
It's the Boston Herald. There aren't enough grains of salt in the ENTIRE OCEAN to take with that.
Comment by livingonli on 02/11/2009 17:08:44
livingonli on 02/11/2009 17:08:44
It is now 60 degrees here.
The Boston Herald and the New York Post only serve a useful purpose when used for wrapping fish or underlining bird cages.
The Boston Herald and the New York Post only serve a useful purpose when used for wrapping fish or underlining bird cages.
Comment by Will in Chicago on 02/11/2009 17:09:08
Meaning that we should give any of them slightly less credibility than a caller on Coast to Coast AM who claims to have witnessed the consummation of a menage-a-trois between Bill O'Reilly, Geraldo Rivera,and a sasquatch on the deck of a spaceship whose Grey Alien commander wears Mickey Mouse Ears and smokes a hookah. (Sasquatch would be expected to have more discriminating taste in lovers than O'Reilly and Rivera.)
Will in Chicago on 02/11/2009 17:09:08
Quote by livingonli:Quote by Raine:
This headline is THE most disengenuous I have ever seen.
President Obama NEVER said that.
Just remember, the Herald is also owned by Rupert Murdoch which means it is as credible a paper as the New York Post or as credible as Fox News is.
Meaning that we should give any of them slightly less credibility than a caller on Coast to Coast AM who claims to have witnessed the consummation of a menage-a-trois between Bill O'Reilly, Geraldo Rivera,and a sasquatch on the deck of a spaceship whose Grey Alien commander wears Mickey Mouse Ears and smokes a hookah. (Sasquatch would be expected to have more discriminating taste in lovers than O'Reilly and Rivera.)
Comment by wickedpam on 02/11/2009 17:17:33
wickedpam on 02/11/2009 17:17:33
The National Mall is a National Park and yes it does need to be done I don't think it's been done for years and years now
Landscaping isn't useful? Don't we all want to live in a beautiful community? Don't we pay landscapers to keep common areas well maintained?
Landscaping isn't useful? Don't we all want to live in a beautiful community? Don't we pay landscapers to keep common areas well maintained?
Comment by Raine on 02/11/2009 17:26:19
Raine on 02/11/2009 17:26:19
I am NOT defending the Herald... But that Article is from the AP --
So much for that LIBERAL media. Lying F*ckers.
So much for that LIBERAL media. Lying F*ckers.
Comment by livingonli on 02/11/2009 17:28:59
livingonli on 02/11/2009 17:28:59
The AP has become a little more right-slanted in its "news reporting" of late.
Comment by Mondobubba on 02/11/2009 17:46:13
But damn, that was an ugly vest she was wearing Mondee night. Did she get that at the Sonny & Cher jumble sale?
Mondobubba on 02/11/2009 17:46:13
Quote by starling310:
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But damn, that was an ugly vest she was wearing Mondee night. Did she get that at the Sonny & Cher jumble sale?
Comment by Mondobubba on 02/11/2009 17:54:05
Mondobubba on 02/11/2009 17:54:05
Time for everybody to rush out and get the latest issue of "Imbibe" there is a Q&A with Rachel Maddow.
Comment by Random on 02/11/2009 18:01:31
from Random's time in newspapers, the AP doesn't write the headlines, the paper does.
The story itself doesn't say that he won't seek re-election.
Random on 02/11/2009 18:01:31
Quote by Raine:
I am NOT defending the Herald... But that Article is from the AP --
So much for that LIBERAL media. Lying F*ckers.
from Random's time in newspapers, the AP doesn't write the headlines, the paper does.
The story itself doesn't say that he won't seek re-election.
Comment by Random on 02/11/2009 18:03:39
Random on 02/11/2009 18:03:39
Random's gonna guess his email wasn't read on air...
:kickcan:
:kickcan:
Comment by Mondobubba on 02/11/2009 18:06:19
Random is spot on, the Herald came up with the headline.
Mondobubba on 02/11/2009 18:06:19
Quote by Random:Quote by Raine:
I am NOT defending the Herald... But that Article is from the AP --
So much for that LIBERAL media. Lying F*ckers.
from Random's time in newspapers, the AP doesn't write the headlines, the paper does.
The story itself doesn't say that he won't seek re-election.
Random is spot on, the Herald came up with the headline.
Comment by Random on 02/11/2009 18:25:23
random feels smart now.
Random on 02/11/2009 18:25:23
Quote by Mondobubba:Quote by Random:Quote by Raine:
I am NOT defending the Herald... But that Article is from the AP --
So much for that LIBERAL media. Lying F*ckers.
from Random's time in newspapers, the AP doesn't write the headlines, the paper does.
The story itself doesn't say that he won't seek re-election.
Random is spot on, the Herald came up with the headline.
random feels smart now.
Comment by Scoopster on 02/11/2009 19:02:39
Scoopster on 02/11/2009 19:02:39
Okay I feel the need to write a rant now about impatient people pissing on Obama for Bush's torture policies at DOJ.
But I don't have the time. I gots a shizzload of work ta do.
But I don't have the time. I gots a shizzload of work ta do.
Comment by Mondobubba on 02/11/2009 19:04:34
:Imp of the perverse standing on Scoop's: What is more important? Ranting or work? You know its ranting, Scoop!
Mondobubba on 02/11/2009 19:04:34
Quote by Scoopster:
Okay I feel the need to write a rant now.
But I don't have the time. I gots a shizzload of work ta do.
:Imp of the perverse standing on Scoop's: What is more important? Ranting or work? You know its ranting, Scoop!
Comment by Scoopster on 02/11/2009 19:09:55
Scoopster on 02/11/2009 19:09:55
Ehh.. right now work, because I was stuck on one task for about five damn hours today.
Ad agencies. Meh.
Ad agencies. Meh.
Comment by TriSec on 02/11/2009 19:32:43
TriSec on 02/11/2009 19:32:43
BLAUGH!
oop. sorry.
oop. sorry.
Comment by Raine on 02/11/2009 19:36:25
Raine on 02/11/2009 19:36:25
A retention Award? Are you effing kidding me? 
Comment by Mondobubba on 02/11/2009 19:37:29
Huh, for who? Why?
Mondobubba on 02/11/2009 19:37:29
Quote by Raine:
A retention Award? Are you effing kidding me?
Huh, for who? Why?
Comment by Raine on 02/11/2009 19:39:47
Raine on 02/11/2009 19:39:47
the mayor of Las Vegas is really reching here. He wants Obama to apologize for his comment.
IDJITS!!!!
IDJITS!!!!
Comment by Raine on 02/11/2009 19:40:46
Thom was playing a conference call to One of the banks that got money from the Tarp asking everyone to NOT call it a bonus, and still promising that they would be coming.
Raine on 02/11/2009 19:40:46
Quote by Mondobubba:Quote by Raine:
A retention Award? Are you effing kidding me?
Huh, for who? Why?
Comment by Raine on 02/11/2009 19:42:14
Raine on 02/11/2009 19:42:14
Hey one more thing!!
Comment by Scoopster on 02/11/2009 19:46:28
Scoopster on 02/11/2009 19:46:28
Rant is taking shape, slowly but surely... Maybe I'll have it done tomorrow.
Comment by Mondobubba on 02/11/2009 19:46:38
God damnit those assholes. They just don't friggin get it.
Mondobubba on 02/11/2009 19:46:38
Quote by Raine:Thom was playing a conference call to One of the banks that got money from the Tarp asking everyone to NOT call it a bonus, and still promising that they would be coming.Quote by Mondobubba:Quote by Raine:
A retention Award? Are you effing kidding me?
Huh, for who? Why?
God damnit those assholes. They just don't friggin get it.
Comment by Raine on 02/11/2009 19:50:03
Raine on 02/11/2009 19:50:03
Top Ten Messages Left on Alex Rodriguez's Answering Machine last night...
10. "Hey, it's Mark McGwire. Want to get together this week and not talk about the past?"
9. "Joe Torre here--thanks for helping book sales"
8. "Could you find a steroid that keeps you from choking in the playoffs?"
7. "Are you worried this will taint all the championships you didn't win?"
6. "It's Bernie Madoff. Nice try but I'm still the most hated man in New York"
5. "Michael Phelps here. Got any snacks?"
4. "This is Sammy Sosa. Just pretend you don't speak English"
3. "Michael Phelps again. Did I call you or did you call me?"
2. "Hey, it's Rod Blagojevich -- I'll say you're innocent, if you say I am"
1. "It's Madonna. You got a phone number for Jeter?"
10. "Hey, it's Mark McGwire. Want to get together this week and not talk about the past?"
9. "Joe Torre here--thanks for helping book sales"
8. "Could you find a steroid that keeps you from choking in the playoffs?"
7. "Are you worried this will taint all the championships you didn't win?"
6. "It's Bernie Madoff. Nice try but I'm still the most hated man in New York"
5. "Michael Phelps here. Got any snacks?"
4. "This is Sammy Sosa. Just pretend you don't speak English"
3. "Michael Phelps again. Did I call you or did you call me?"
2. "Hey, it's Rod Blagojevich -- I'll say you're innocent, if you say I am"
1. "It's Madonna. You got a phone number for Jeter?"
Comment by Raine on 02/11/2009 19:50:54
I can't wait!
Raine on 02/11/2009 19:50:54
Quote by Scoopster:
Rant is taking shape, slowly but surely... Maybe I'll have it done tomorrow.
I can't wait!
Comment by Scoopster on 02/11/2009 19:56:52
Scoopster on 02/11/2009 19:56:52
Hey and what's this thing now about Roberto Alomar lawsuit? I don't want to trust something I heard on WEEI too much.. you know how THAT goes. But it's all over the place in the news now.
Comment by TriSec on 02/11/2009 20:03:31
TriSec on 02/11/2009 20:03:31
A lonely, disconnected TriSec presses his face up against the blog windows.
Inside, there is light, good food and drink, and the chattering voices of excited, dedicated, people.
Alas, the window fogs over, and TriSec moves on. Later, he falls in a crevasse.
:kickcan:
Inside, there is light, good food and drink, and the chattering voices of excited, dedicated, people.
Alas, the window fogs over, and TriSec moves on. Later, he falls in a crevasse.
:kickcan:
Comment by TriSec on 02/11/2009 20:20:48
TriSec on 02/11/2009 20:20:48
They made a deal! (breaking, via the BBC)
US lawmakers have reached an agreement on President Barack Obama's economic stimulus package, Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid has announced.
Mr Reid said the deal should create 3.5 million jobs once Mr Obama signed it into law.
The compromise package of $789bn (£549bn) is a reduction from Mr Obama's proposed $900bn.
It includes money for cash-strapped states and tax cuts for individuals and businesses.
The House of Representatives is expected to vote on the package on Thursday, with the Senate voting on Friday, ahead of Mr Obama's weekend deadline.
The Senate and the House had approved different versions of the package.
US lawmakers have reached an agreement on President Barack Obama's economic stimulus package, Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid has announced.
Mr Reid said the deal should create 3.5 million jobs once Mr Obama signed it into law.
The compromise package of $789bn (£549bn) is a reduction from Mr Obama's proposed $900bn.
It includes money for cash-strapped states and tax cuts for individuals and businesses.
The House of Representatives is expected to vote on the package on Thursday, with the Senate voting on Friday, ahead of Mr Obama's weekend deadline.
The Senate and the House had approved different versions of the package.
Comment by TriSec on 02/11/2009 20:27:43
TriSec on 02/11/2009 20:27:43
Hello? Hello? Hello?
*grunt*
Guess I'll tie this piece of meat to myself so at least the dog will play with me.
*grunt*
Guess I'll tie this piece of meat to myself so at least the dog will play with me.
Comment by livingonli on 02/11/2009 20:33:00
livingonli on 02/11/2009 20:33:00
Poor Tri.
C'mon, you know you're still loved. You just picked a bad time.
C'mon, you know you're still loved. You just picked a bad time.
Comment by Mondobubba on 02/11/2009 20:38:01
Not during Rath of Kahn.
Mondobubba on 02/11/2009 20:38:01
Quote by TriSec:
Hello? Hello? Hello?
*grunt*
Guess I'll tie this piece of meat to myself so at least the dog will play with me.
Not during Rath of Kahn.
Comment by Raine on 02/11/2009 20:38:47
Raine on 02/11/2009 20:38:47
Comment by Scoopster on 02/11/2009 20:39:28
So uhh.. wait a second here.
The compromise bill has a total less than both the passed House and Senate versions?
What. the. heck?
Scoopster on 02/11/2009 20:39:28
Quote by TriSec:
They made a deal! (breaking, via the BBC)
US lawmakers have reached an agreement on President Barack Obama's economic stimulus package, Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid has announced.
Mr Reid said the deal should create 3.5 million jobs once Mr Obama signed it into law.
The compromise package of $789bn (£549bn) is a reduction from Mr Obama's proposed $900bn.
It includes money for cash-strapped states and tax cuts for individuals and businesses.
The House of Representatives is expected to vote on the package on Thursday, with the Senate voting on Friday, ahead of Mr Obama's weekend deadline.
The Senate and the House had approved different versions of the package.
So uhh.. wait a second here.
The compromise bill has a total less than both the passed House and Senate versions?
What. the. heck?
Comment by Raine on 02/11/2009 20:40:06
Damn, that is just, sad.
Raine on 02/11/2009 20:40:06
Quote by TriSec:
A lonely, disconnected TriSec presses his face up against the blog windows.
Inside, there is light, good food and drink, and the chattering voices of excited, dedicated, people.
Alas, the window fogs over, and TriSec moves on. Later, he falls in a crevasse.
:kickcan:
Comment by livingonli on 02/11/2009 21:04:00
livingonli on 02/11/2009 21:04:00
Time to go head off to the salt mine. With two games meaning that I am live from 6:30 PM until 1:30 AM that means I probably won't be back online tonight so I will see you all tomorrow when I stagger out of bed.
Comment by Mondobubba on 02/11/2009 21:12:11
Not so fast NPR is reporting that the deal is not done.
Mondobubba on 02/11/2009 21:12:11
Quote by Scoopster:Quote by TriSec:
They made a deal! (breaking, via the BBC)
US lawmakers have reached an agreement on President Barack Obama's economic stimulus package, Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid has announced.
Mr Reid said the deal should create 3.5 million jobs once Mr Obama signed it into law.
The compromise package of $789bn (£549bn) is a reduction from Mr Obama's proposed $900bn.
It includes money for cash-strapped states and tax cuts for individuals and businesses.
The House of Representatives is expected to vote on the package on Thursday, with the Senate voting on Friday, ahead of Mr Obama's weekend deadline.
The Senate and the House had approved different versions of the package.
So uhh.. wait a second here.
The compromise bill has a total less than both the passed House and Senate versions?
What. the. heck?
Not so fast NPR is reporting that the deal is not done.
Comment by Mondobubba on 02/11/2009 21:17:35
Mondobubba on 02/11/2009 21:17:35
Ah my afternoon has been made. Has just been hollered by Kirk.
Comment by Raine on 02/11/2009 21:23:35
Later Liv! Hang in there... vacations is coming!
Raine on 02/11/2009 21:23:35
Quote by livingonli:
Time to go head off to the salt mine. With two games meaning that I am live from 6:30 PM until 1:30 AM that means I probably won't be back online tonight so I will see you all tomorrow when I stagger out of bed.
Later Liv! Hang in there... vacations is coming!
Comment by starling310 on 02/11/2009 21:27:08
starling310 on 02/11/2009 21:27:08
Comment by Scoopster on 02/11/2009 22:41:52
Scoopster on 02/11/2009 22:41:52
Okay.. now I need everyone's opinion on this vid.. (NWS) And there's a quiz to folllow!
Comment by Mondobubba on 02/11/2009 22:45:31
Fockin brilliant!
Mondobubba on 02/11/2009 22:45:31
Quote by Scoopster:
Okay.. now I need everyone's opinion on this vid.. (NWS) And there's a quiz to folllow!
Fockin brilliant!
Comment by Scoopster on 02/11/2009 23:01:02
Scoopster on 02/11/2009 23:01:02
Funny, right?
What if I told you that Rep. Eric Cantor, that turd with the title of House Minority Whip, used this video as a response to the following ad released by AFSCME:
What if I told you that Rep. Eric Cantor, that turd with the title of House Minority Whip, used this video as a response to the following ad released by AFSCME:
Comment by Mondobubba on 02/11/2009 23:12:42
Then I would say I have an even lower opinion of Eric Cantor than I used to have.
Mondobubba on 02/11/2009 23:12:42
Quote by Scoopster:
Funny, right?
What if I told you that Rep. Eric Cantor, that turd with the title of House Minority Whip, used this video as a response to the following ad released by AFSCME:
Then I would say I have an even lower opinion of Eric Cantor than I used to have.
Comment by Raine on 02/11/2009 23:56:23
Raine on 02/11/2009 23:56:23
I am confused a bit.
Eric Cantor used the *NO* Video as a response to the funny AFSCME Video?
Eric Cantor used the *NO* Video as a response to the funny AFSCME Video?
Comment by Raine on 02/11/2009 23:58:50
:rofl:
SICK! (and I like it!)
Raine on 02/11/2009 23:58:50
Quote by starling310:
Your pointless, but fun link of the day:
Crying while eating
:rofl:
SICK! (and I like it!)
Comment by Raine on 02/12/2009 00:01:47
Raine on 02/12/2009 00:01:47
Whoah. you have been Dellor Kcir -----
Comment by Mondobubba on 02/12/2009 00:30:43
No, after being bitch slapped by AFSCME. Cantor countered with the funny one in lame attempt to make the union look like it is full of corrupted mobbed up goons. Clearly he failed.
Mondobubba on 02/12/2009 00:30:43
Quote by Raine:
I am confused a bit.
Eric Cantor used the *NO* Video as a response to the funny AFSCME Video?
No, after being bitch slapped by AFSCME. Cantor countered with the funny one in lame attempt to make the union look like it is full of corrupted mobbed up goons. Clearly he failed.
Comment by Random on 02/12/2009 00:56:23
Cantor is an idiot.
Random on 02/12/2009 00:56:23
Quote by Mondobubba:Quote by Raine:
I am confused a bit.
Eric Cantor used the *NO* Video as a response to the funny AFSCME Video?
No, after being bitch slapped by AFSCME. Cantor countered with the funny one in lame attempt to make the union look like it is full of corrupted mobbed up goons. Clearly he failed.
Cantor is an idiot.
Comment by Raine on 02/12/2009 01:03:06
Wow. So he went THERE.
Is he in Dickipedia yet?
Seriously, he just offended EVERY person from NY. EVERYONE.
I Think I need to have a little tawk with Mr. Cantah......
Raine on 02/12/2009 01:03:06
Quote by Random:Quote by Mondobubba:Quote by Raine:
I am confused a bit.
Eric Cantor used the *NO* Video as a response to the funny AFSCME Video?
No, after being bitch slapped by AFSCME. Cantor countered with the funny one in lame attempt to make the union look like it is full of corrupted mobbed up goons. Clearly he failed.
Cantor is an idiot.
Is he in Dickipedia yet?
Seriously, he just offended EVERY person from NY. EVERYONE.
I Think I need to have a little tawk with Mr. Cantah......
Comment by Raine on 02/12/2009 01:04:16
Raine on 02/12/2009 01:04:16
Seriously... Cantor makes no fucking sense. For reals.
Comment by Mondobubba on 02/12/2009 01:18:43
Mondobubba on 02/12/2009 01:18:43
Not bonuses, retention awards.
James Gorman I hope you are eaten by a great white shake off the Gold Coast. Bastid.
James Gorman I hope you are eaten by a great white shake off the Gold Coast. Bastid.
Comment by Mondobubba on 02/12/2009 01:36:06
KO will be covering the Cantor thing tonight. I can hardly contain myself.
Mondobubba on 02/12/2009 01:36:06
Quote by Raine:
Seriously... Cantor makes no fucking sense. For reals.
KO will be covering the Cantor thing tonight. I can hardly contain myself.
Comment by 
trojanrabbit on 02/12/2009 01:41:37
trojanrabbit on 02/12/2009 01:41:37
Felt really horrible this morning, stomach pains and all that, had to have my lunch much earlier than I had planned.
So I get home tonight and get ready to make supper, I open the microwave and there was sitting the breakfast that I obviously didn't have. Oh, they were HUNGER pains.
Sometimes I scare me.
So I get home tonight and get ready to make supper, I open the microwave and there was sitting the breakfast that I obviously didn't have. Oh, they were HUNGER pains.
Sometimes I scare me.
Comment by Raine on 02/12/2009 02:43:14
:hug:
WE have had FAR scarier things around these parts.
you feeling better now?
Raine on 02/12/2009 02:43:14
Quote by trojanrabbit:
Felt really horrible this morning, stomach pains and all that, had to have my lunch much earlier than I had planned.
So I get home tonight and get ready to make supper, I open the microwave and there was sitting the breakfast that I obviously didn't have. Oh, they were HUNGER pains.
Sometimes I scare me.
:hug:
WE have had FAR scarier things around these parts.
you feeling better now?
Comment by trojanrabbit on 02/12/2009 02:54:13
Oh yeah. Amazing how much better you feel when you actually eat something.
Just trying to figure out how I got sidetracked this morning. I really tried to give myself more time rather than have to rush myself out the door.
trojanrabbit on 02/12/2009 02:54:13
Quote by Raine:Quote by trojanrabbit:
Felt really horrible this morning, stomach pains and all that, had to have my lunch much earlier than I had planned.
So I get home tonight and get ready to make supper, I open the microwave and there was sitting the breakfast that I obviously didn't have. Oh, they were HUNGER pains.
Sometimes I scare me.
:hug:
WE have had FAR scarier things around these parts.
you feeling better now?
Oh yeah. Amazing how much better you feel when you actually eat something.
Just trying to figure out how I got sidetracked this morning. I really tried to give myself more time rather than have to rush myself out the door.
Comment by trojanrabbit on 02/12/2009 03:03:22
Oh yeah. Amazing how much better you feel when you actually eat something. What bothers me is that the possibility I could just be hungry never entered my head.
Just trying to figure out how I got sidetracked this morning. I really tried to give myself more time rather than have to rush myself out the door.
trojanrabbit on 02/12/2009 03:03:22
Quote by Raine:Quote by trojanrabbit:
Felt really horrible this morning, stomach pains and all that, had to have my lunch much earlier than I had planned.
So I get home tonight and get ready to make supper, I open the microwave and there was sitting the breakfast that I obviously didn't have. Oh, they were HUNGER pains.
Sometimes I scare me.
:hug:
WE have had FAR scarier things around these parts.
you feeling better now?
Oh yeah. Amazing how much better you feel when you actually eat something. What bothers me is that the possibility I could just be hungry never entered my head.
Just trying to figure out how I got sidetracked this morning. I really tried to give myself more time rather than have to rush myself out the door.