tvashtarkatena Posted April 2, 2010 Share Posted April 2, 2010 (edited) It's easy for fall for a soundbyte taken out of context...if you a fucking idiot. Who buys that shit nowadays? Oh, wait.... The congressmen isn't a very good comedian. His concern, that of overwhelming a small island's limited resources with a substantial troop increase, remains a valid one, however. Right wing media's pretty much a one trick pony. It relies on manufacturing something that 'could' happen, or faking something that didn't, and throwing it out to the parroting zombie hordes, who then faithfully carry the momentum for a few days or weeks. No end to willing participants in that department, apparently. Edited April 2, 2010 by tvashtarkatena Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevbone Posted April 2, 2010 Share Posted April 2, 2010 This guy and kevbone perfectly represent the average Democrat voter. What is a "democrat"? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stonehead Posted April 2, 2010 Share Posted April 2, 2010 One wouldn't normally see any connection between the gaffe uttered by that congressman and that of some recent comments by another Democratic congressman but there is a common thread. [video:youtube]v=lp-USKnPDbY Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rob Posted April 2, 2010 Share Posted April 2, 2010 One wouldn't normally see any connection between the gaffe uttered by that congressman and that of some recent comments by another Democratic congressman but there is a common thread. [video:youtube]v=lp-USKnPDbY "anime is a prime example that two nukes just weren't enough." That's awesome. I'd vote for him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KaskadskyjKozak Posted April 2, 2010 Share Posted April 2, 2010 One wouldn't normally see any connection between the gaffe uttered by that congressman and that of some recent comments by another Democratic congressman but there is a common thread. [video:youtube]v=lp-USKnPDbY Guess the Dems (in the language of our libtard friends on cc.com): "hates yellow people". On a serious note, it's no surprise. Dems are genetically racist. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prole Posted April 2, 2010 Share Posted April 2, 2010 On a serious note... Thanks for the qualifier. Otherwise we would have thought your comment was "ironic satire". Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KaskadskyjKozak Posted April 2, 2010 Share Posted April 2, 2010 Thanks for the qualifier. Otherwise we would have thought your comment was "ironic satire". go eat some drywall Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hugh Conway Posted April 2, 2010 Share Posted April 2, 2010 Thanks for the qualifier. Otherwise we would have thought your comment was "ironic satire". go eat some drywall the every erudite KK Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KaskadskyjKozak Posted April 2, 2010 Share Posted April 2, 2010 the every erudite KK We can't all be as clever as you and drop some homoerotic reference Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hugh Conway Posted April 3, 2010 Share Posted April 3, 2010 the every erudite KK We can't all be as clever as you and drop some homoerotic reference I thank you for taking my obsessive posting crown away Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Off_White Posted April 3, 2010 Share Posted April 3, 2010 You don't really want to know what the pink stain around my mouth is. Trust me. Now that made me laugh Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nitrox Posted April 3, 2010 Share Posted April 3, 2010 [video:youtube] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nitrox Posted April 3, 2010 Share Posted April 3, 2010 During the drive back from CA talk radio was having a field day with this. The real nut of this story is that the congressman's obvious metaphorical joke, carefully edited into a soundbyte gaffe, was entirely lost on hosts and callers alike. I switched to an evangelical station, where I learned that the physical world was inherently evil. Just coming back from Yosemite, that seemed a bit strident. I can only hope for his sake that it was indeed a metaphor. However, I watched the entire video and didn't get the sense he was doing anything other than making himself look like a fool. He's a terrible public speaker, it kind of makes you wonder how he got elected. But then again, after listening to some of our other elected officials it doesn't really. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tvashtarkatena Posted April 3, 2010 Share Posted April 3, 2010 Yeah, makes you think that there just might be a few other criteria for getting elected beyond joke delivery, huh? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nitrox Posted April 3, 2010 Share Posted April 3, 2010 Yeah, makes you think that there just might be a few other criteria for getting elected beyond joke delivery, huh? Money and a pulse? It must not intelligence because that guy didn't display any. At least that officer had the courtesy to ignore the congressman's obvious lack of ability to even put together a sentence. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tvashtarkatena Posted April 3, 2010 Share Posted April 3, 2010 (edited) Perhaps, and I admit that I'm wildly speculating here, this congressman has done more than just flub a joke on camera during his multiple terms of office. Yeah, I know, their all a bunch of idiots and you're so damn much smarter. It's all so very beneath you, isn't it? Life is so terribly trying when you're hyper-talented. When is your next public speaking engagement, BTW? I wouldn't want to miss it. Edited April 3, 2010 by tvashtarkatena Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nitrox Posted April 3, 2010 Share Posted April 3, 2010 Perhaps, and I admit that I'm wildly speculating here, this congressman has done more than just flub a joke on camera during his multiple terms of office. Yeah, I know, their all a bunch of idiots and you're so damn much smarter. It's all so very beneath you, isn't it? Life is so terribly trying when you're hyper-talented. And maybe he's got $90,000 in his freezer. A lifetime's worth of work as a professional politician and all that... Voting for idiots and calling them smart is beneath me. I would hope it was beneath you too but here we are. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tvashtarkatena Posted April 3, 2010 Share Posted April 3, 2010 The legislators I've met and talked with have all been pretty smart, talented, and hard working. I know there are exceptions to that rule, but there you have it. I don't go in much for 'popular wisdom'...I prefer first hand experience when forming an opinion if such experience is available. Sorry to disappoint. Politics is a tough business because every voting decision is a compromise, and every campaign for change is a long term project that can span years or decades. That's the only way to move the ball forward in an environment of competing and conflicting interests, and it often doesn't move forward very fast. Seems like those who denigrate it out of hand might secretly or not so secretly prefer a Strong Man who just Makes it All Happen Right Now. No thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fairweather Posted April 3, 2010 Author Share Posted April 3, 2010 [video:youtube] Bingo. Great post, Nitrox. These Democrats are like rapists who tell their victims how much they're going to enjoy it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nitrox Posted April 3, 2010 Share Posted April 3, 2010 The legislators I've met and talked with have all been pretty smart, talented, and hard working. I know there are exceptions to that rule, but there you have it. I don't go in much for 'popular wisdom'...I prefer first hand experience when forming an opinion if such experience is available. Sorry to disappoint. Politics is a tough business because every voting decision is a compromise, and every campaign for change is a long term project that can span years or decades. That's the only way to move the ball forward in an environment of competing and conflicting interests, and it often doesn't move forward very fast. Seems like those who denigrate it out of hand might secretly or not so secretly prefer a Strong Man who just Makes it All Happen Right Now. No thanks. I've never felt especially compelled to make excuses for the actions or words of others. In this case I don't need to assume, the Congressman from GA is clearly a doddering fool. Whether he was indeed making a terrible joke or he is in fact functionally retarded I'll leave you to decide. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tvashtarkatena Posted April 3, 2010 Share Posted April 3, 2010 Sorry, one soundbyte crafted to jump start a Right Wing circle jerk isn't exactly what I'd call useful data. I don't know the congressman's record, nor do I really care to, but this little clip probably doesn't provide much of a summary. Remember: Push the button, get the banana. Push the button, get the banana. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fairweather Posted April 3, 2010 Author Share Posted April 3, 2010 Push the button, get the banana. Push the button, get the banana. You seem to have that routine down. Kinda like your other program: climb a half pitch, bail. Climb a half pitch, bail... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tvashtarkatena Posted April 3, 2010 Share Posted April 3, 2010 Damn, those sure seemed like full pitches at the time.... Thanks for being a fan. It is our pleasure to share at least some of the essence of such a spectacular experience for those who can't be there themselves. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fairweather Posted April 3, 2010 Author Share Posted April 3, 2010 Good pics of a spectacular retreat! Nice to see you made it out of the tent this time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tvashtarkatena Posted April 3, 2010 Share Posted April 3, 2010 Never saw anybody rap on jugs before. Might be a bit hard on the rope n such. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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