Axelrod comment that tea parties are 'unhealthy' stokes militia fears

csm ^ | 4/19/2009 | Mark Sappenfield

[HotLead61]

I think (hope) most would be with us.

You would think that the DHS "enemies list" that included Veterans would have sealed that, yknow?

[anniegetyourgun]

It’s much more sinister than simple arrogance.

[Balata]

Lindsey Graham had a good response to Wallace when asked about the protest.

Don’t know if you saw it or not, but here is a transcript.

“Fox News Sunday 04/19/09

WALLACE: Senator Graham, a final question for you. The Congressional Budget Office says that the federal income tax burden is near its historic low. Former Congressman Dick Armey, who was one of the central organizers of these rallies, says right now the federal income tax rate is at a good level. Why protest?

GRAHAM: If you’re looking at what we’re doing in Washington and you’re not upset, the problem is with you, not the protesters. The Obama budget triples the national debt. In 2019, we’ll pay more interest on the national debt than the Defense Department.

He raises taxes on job creators. He cuts the defense budget dramatically over a 10-year period. This is a budget that’s a nightmare for the country. The stimulus bill and the omnibus bill together have spent more money in 90 days than we did in Iraq, Afghanistan and Katrina combined.

People need to be upset. This is a complete, absolute abandonment of fiscal discipline, and the Obama budget is a road map for disaster that will bankrupt this country. I am glad people took to the streets. There’s nothing wrong with you. The problem’s wrong in Washington.

This is not the change people were hoping for. This is unbelievable growth in government at a time we can afford it the least.”

[trtdenver]

The next time I give a shit what Axelrod thinks will be the first time.

[BelleAl]

“Tea Parties” are unhealthy?

Should I interpret that as a threat?

(Not that I’m scared....yet.) If we continue strong, they’ll be the ones worried.

[timestax]

Axelrod had maybe better just get to work on paying his income tax , and stuff before it comes out that he maybe owes money, and stuff to the uh, IRS and stuff, uh.

[odin2008]

[upcountryhorseman]

I considered concealed carry, but it isn’t allowed on State
Capital Grounds.

[Jukeman]

Axelrod: near the top of my fantasy list.

[Just mythoughts]

David Axelrod, said the tea parties organized April 15 to protest massive government spending could "mutate into something that's unhealthy."

I thought 'mutations' were what that scientific methodology was all about. Seems the 'control' freak has outed himself that the right is what he first and foremost has taken a stand against. And Bama is his perfect vehicle to smack down that less than desirable and most definitely the least sanctioned for survival.

[Kickass Conservative]

If it wasn’t for Ignorance and Tax Withholding, the Democrat Party would cease to exist.

Republicans THINK People are Smart, but Democrats KNOW People are Stupid

[bitterohiogunclinger]

“Isn’t there some hope in the judicial branch?”
Sure, there's hope. But bear in mind that the Federal Government holds all the cards every time. One of the inequities that exists is the fact that the Government has unlimited resources at it's disposal. It has free lawyers at it's beck and call. When the Government targets someone or some group, even if they are acting unlawfully, they can spend unlimited funds and resources to attack. A defendant, or someone trying to bring a challenge against an unlawful act has the burden of legal fees. Even if they prevail, it costs.
Which is why the importance of groups like the NRA that can band together offer the best hopes of a successful challenge.

[Piquaboy]

Axelrod could get unhealty if he keeps running off at the mouth.