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Word for the Day, Tuesday October 2, 2012

Posted on 10/02/2012 4:56:20 AM PDT by SoothingDave

Word For The Day, October 2, 2012



In order that we might all raise the level of discourse and expand our language abilities, here is the daily post of "Word for the Day".

hustings [huhs-tingz]

-n

1. (before 1872) the temporary platform on which candidates for the British Parliament stood when nominated and from which they addressed the electors.
2. any place from which political campaign speeches are made.
3. the political campaign trail.
4. Also called hustings court . a local court in certain parts of Virginia.

[before 1050; Middle English, Old English < Old Danish hūs-thing house meeting. See house, thing2]


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To: xsmommy

Romney prepared at home.

Obumbum takes an entourage to Vegas. Perhaps he’s making up for telling folks to stay away from Vegas his firsst year in office.

Wisconsin is a swing state too. We have at least one 5 diamond resort — The American Club — with several acclaimed golf courses attached. Of course, he wouldn’t want to stay anywhere called “The American Club”, would he?


41 posted on 10/02/2012 7:57:08 AM PDT by afraidfortherepublic (Joe Biden is reported to be seeking asylum in a foreign country so he does not have to debate Ryan.)
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To: SoothingDave

I’m going to hop on board the chicken noodle soup wagon. It really does help, since it has some good antioxidants in it and a good mix of protein and carbs. Rest up and feel better soon!


42 posted on 10/02/2012 8:07:21 AM PDT by secret garden (Why procrastinate when you can perendinate?)
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To: SoothingDave
It's Hustings season and I can't wait for it to be over so I know whether we're going to be restoring American freedom or continuing our goose step towards communism.
43 posted on 10/02/2012 8:07:52 AM PDT by thingumbob (I'm a bitter clinger...I dare you to take my gun)
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To: xsmommy
The American Club -- the midwest's only 5 diamond resort.

The 18th Hole at Blackwolf Run (River Course).

44 posted on 10/02/2012 8:14:13 AM PDT by afraidfortherepublic (Joe Biden is reported to be seeking asylum in a foreign country so he does not have to debate Ryan.)
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To: afraidfortherepublic; xsmommy

Of course, I should mention that The American Club was developed by the Kohlers — Republicans all. ;^)


45 posted on 10/02/2012 8:17:25 AM PDT by afraidfortherepublic (Joe Biden is reported to be seeking asylum in a foreign country so he does not have to debate Ryan.)
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To: afraidfortherepublic
No Romney prepared in Vermont at various times and more recently in Denver.
46 posted on 10/02/2012 8:26:11 AM PDT by xsmommy
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To: afraidfortherepublic

looks very nice.


47 posted on 10/02/2012 8:27:37 AM PDT by xsmommy
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To: tioga

The Boston Globe is supporting her hook line and sinker. There’s a surprise. The Herald is asking about her practicing law without a license, but not sure if it’s got traction.

I dunno. Too many damn liberals here with their hands out.


48 posted on 10/02/2012 8:32:38 AM PDT by theDentist (FYBO/FUBO; qwerty ergo typo : i type, therefore i misspelll)
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To: afraidfortherepublic; xsmommy

Romney spent a day or so practicing at the private home of a friend as well. As I recall, McCain used his own estate for the practices. I highly doubt Obama will resist the golf course. The more he golfs the better at this point.


49 posted on 10/02/2012 8:47:51 AM PDT by tioga
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To: theDentist

Well, hope you got registered and are voting Brown. Can’t imagine intelligent folks voting for a lying fake women who probably broke the law.


50 posted on 10/02/2012 8:51:34 AM PDT by tioga
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To: SoothingDave

Hope you improve rapidly-it is no fun to be down for the count...

All the places that Obama goes
With all his adoring entourage
Become hustings for his speeches
Whether golf course or garage

Some listeners smile and worship
At his ill-placed feet of clay-
No matter that he may not know
Which state he is in today

It’s all about him-he doesn’t care
What he has to sell or barter
As long as he can avoid the fate
Of that equally feckless Carter...


51 posted on 10/02/2012 9:38:23 AM PDT by Texan5 ("You've got to saddle up your boys, you've got to draw a hard line"...)
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To: tioga
Can’t imagine intelligent folks voting for a lying fake women who probably broke the law.

Really? These are the same people who continually voted for a Senator who killed a staffer.

52 posted on 10/02/2012 9:39:15 AM PDT by theDentist (FYBO/FUBO; qwerty ergo typo : i type, therefore i misspelll)
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To: theDentist

oh leave it to you to bring up that...unpleasantness.... at chappaquiddick... ; )


53 posted on 10/02/2012 10:30:02 AM PDT by xsmommy
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To: Texan5

haha - good


54 posted on 10/02/2012 10:57:40 AM PDT by WhyisaTexasgirlinPA (The DNC loves abortion so much they will now be called the D&C)
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To: WhyisaTexasgirlinPA

Thank you!


55 posted on 10/02/2012 11:02:03 AM PDT by Texan5 ("You've got to saddle up your boys, you've got to draw a hard line"...)
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To: theDentist

yeah, but HE was a Kennedy. Can’t compare him to Lie-awatha...oh, nevermind. I can’t say it with a serious face.


56 posted on 10/02/2012 11:46:13 AM PDT by tioga
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To: SoothingDave
hustings

-n

1. (before 1872) the temporary platform on which candidates for the British Parliament stood when nominated and from which they addressed the electors.
2. any place from which political campaign speeches are made.
I don't get it.

I'm stumped.

57 posted on 10/02/2012 7:18:47 PM PDT by NicknamedBob (The Administration styles itself as 'Leading from Behind'. I call that 'Following'. -- Mitt Romney)
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