Posted on 02/12/2009 8:40:25 PM PST by Syncro
I understand your point, but after the frustrations we’ve all been through - Barack’s victory, the Congress controlled by democrats, the ramming through of a massive socialist bill that our great grandchildren will be paying for - it is quite understandable that Melanie & Co. would do something like this.
Sometimes, a primal scream is necessary and needed.
Specter is a spineless weasel, maybe there is some porkulus in the bill for spineless weasels
Specter, Snowe, and Collins are all pro-choice “Repubs.”
This display of a total lack of fiscal conservatism is the final nail in the coffin of their Republican membership. What’s to keep them from switching parties next time around?
Nothing. Which is why Steele (with our support) must see to it that these 3 are politically retired.
The ironic thing is that the great breakthroughs come from the "outliers" not those that right the best mainstream grant proposals.
“...What she did might make everyone feel better, but it had absolutely no impact whatsoever...”
The point is this: SHE went THERE, and put a visible face on our anger.
Of all the folks who grouse and bitch and complain out here, she actually went there and exposed herself and her family to the potential dangers of messing with those in power. And this is not a game - those folks up there don’t give a rat’s ass whether you or I or the country lives or dies, and if/when they perceive ANYONE as a threat, they can make them disappear and produce the legal documentation to back it up and protect themselves. THAT is the reality of what Melanie went up against. That’s the reality of the world we live in right now - ESPECIALLY with what’s in control right now.
She gave them a face to go with a name; Unless you live in a cave, you KNOW how those vipers deal with public figures that oppose them - they get their media smear machine to crank up and turn the full monty on them, even making crap up when they can’t find anything (e.g., Sarah Palin).
In other words - she put her “Life, her Fortune, and her Sacred Honor” on the line.
She was manning the wall. And yes, it DOES make people “feel good” - it also makes them realize that, yeah, we’re NOT alone, and certainly not “lone wackos”.
Sometimes, all is takes is one man or woman to stand up and fight at the right moment in time.
Your point about how to craft focused and directed questions is valid and good. But there needs to be focused and directed anger too; these idiots are SUPPOSED to work for US. We the People are the Fourth Branch of government. That was the message that was sent.
LFOD
One must remember the Dems will use any power necessary to control those who do not support a socialist vision for the US.
I have no doubt he would use our military against citizens of this country to prevent any large public mass protests towards the powers that be. The fact the constitution prohibits use of the military in country means nothing. This administration finds the constitution irrelevant and ignorable.
Anyone who doubts Obama is the most dangerous person, not only to America but to the world, since Hitler is fooling themselves.
Our country and our American heritage has never been under as much threat, even from foreign enemies or terrorists, as we are right now.
They will do what AlQuada failed to do, destroy the country. Anyone who dares question or protest the current status quo had better watch their backs and wear body armor.
Does anyone believe this administration would not use deadly force against American citizens exercising their right to gather, protest and question our leaders?
Spector’s web site will not accept emails. Phone doesn’t seem to be working either.
“Question 5: “What did Arlen Specter get for his vote? Something for himself or his state? Matter of fact what did all three get for selling out?””
My friend, they did NOT sell out. This is who they ARE. This is what happens when a political party waters down it’s principles to achieve greater power. You get people IN YOUR PARTY that do not agree with your party.
Collins’ did not.
It went to a page with email address of the site admin so I sent it that way
Oh I am not spinning anything. I am just saying that when you play with snakes, do not be surprised when you get bit.
The republicans got bit by their own complacency.
If they continue to pander to liberals and liberal ideals they will get bit more.
The one I sent to her site admin came back to me.
Politicians don't represent the people.
Most of them IMO.
I’m not really objecting to her doing what she did.
What I’m worried about is that I’m the only one pushing a plan that would be far more effective.
Caught that; wasn’t slamming you, and apologies to you if it sounded so. One team, one fight, brother. We’re on the same side.
LFOD
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The 4th Branch of government....... I like !
See I just disagree with this. It’s not Princess Pelosi, it’s Queen Nancy of Syria.
Okay, let’s keep that in mind for next time.
After all, Queen Nancy of Syria announced peace in our time there. (Not that anyone agreed but still, she said it.)
It’s somewhat shocking that Spector would call. I would like to be a fly on the wall for that conversation!
kinda refreshing to witness that once in a while...
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