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Liberals Hate SUV's
Reese on line ^ | 2 Dec. 02 | Charley Reese

Posted on 12/02/2002 3:54:46 PM PST by u-89

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To: Trajan88
"I have to floss those little ricers out from under the bumper at least 7 days a week."

Yes !! nothing like good hygene :o)

21 posted on 12/02/2002 4:55:13 PM PST by editor-surveyor
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To: u-89
Some good articles - one in particular - at This Link

Also a poll at same link that asks, "Should Americans be free to own SUV's" or something close to that. Same link. Freeped but might as well make it decisive.

The article to look for is by John Bragg, The American Dream: Why Environmentalists Attack the SUV. I found it to be a really good read. Frames the debate in an issue of freedom.

Also some whacky StopSUV links that are only worth checking out to see how far out there these nuts are.

22 posted on 12/02/2002 4:55:42 PM PST by BJungNan
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To: RogueIsland
Fortunately, the drivers you speak of are easily identifiable. They will have a small vinyl soccer ball stuck to the back of the Fordasaurus/Chevyzilla they're mishandling while talking on the phone at 70 mph or so.

Before the flames start, understand that I believe ANYONE shoyuld be allowed to buy ANY vehicle their minds and wallets will allow. I just wish that those who buy them would drive them better, and have some courtesy for the rest of us.

Note, SUV drivers: Those of us in cars can't see around you. Slamming on the brakes while on an interstate MIGHT surprise someone behind you. Also, given the size of your vehicle, turn signals and an extra look in the mirrors before lane changes would be appreciated. Thanks.

23 posted on 12/02/2002 4:57:49 PM PST by Long Cut
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To: litehaus
HATE'EM??? How come 99% have demoncRAT stickers on them?

Liberals don't hate all SUV's - they just hate your SUV. They also hate your air-conditioning, your cell phone, your gun, etc., etc., etc...

24 posted on 12/02/2002 5:00:13 PM PST by CFC__VRWC
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To: Long Cut
The ones around here have OBX stickers on them........LOL.
25 posted on 12/02/2002 5:01:14 PM PST by Howlin
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To: u-89
Then, one wonders, why do so many libs drive SUVs?
26 posted on 12/02/2002 5:02:39 PM PST by mewzilla
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To: Long Cut
Also, given the size of your vehicle, turn signals ...

Here in God's waiting room (Florida), everyone uses their turn signals. They stay on for mile after mile as the driver tools along at 40 mph in the passing lane.

27 posted on 12/02/2002 5:05:58 PM PST by CFC__VRWC
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To: CFC__VRWC
You have effectively summarized liberal philosophy.
They also want to tell YOU what to do, how YOU should do it, where YOU can do it, and how much tax YOU will pay for the privilege.
Of course, if you dare inquire about what THEY do... you will likely get this:


28 posted on 12/02/2002 5:08:02 PM PST by TheGrimReaper
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To: Long Cut
Note, SUV drivers: Those of us in cars can't see around you. Slamming on the brakes while on an interstate MIGHT surprise someone behind you. Also, given the size of your vehicle, turn signals and an extra look in the mirrors before lane changes would be appreciated.

I always give plenty of buffer distance to any truck for that reason. One thing I do believe is that it is quite wrong to assume that just because someone can safely handle a Honda Civic that they can properly drive a large truck (and the large SUVs are trucks, built on truck frames). Too many drivers simply have never been taught how to properly handle a vehicle with much higher inertia and center of gravity than a passenger car. Nor do they understand the limitations of the vehicle. Some people simultaneously try to handle it like a Porche 911 in good weather and a Main Battle Tank in bad weather.

Again, I stress that this is a driver and personal responsibility issue and not a vehicle issue. Maybe current driver-ed courses cover these topics. But many people my age learned to drive in an era when SUVs pretty much didn't exist, and they have not added to their skill set. As a gun owner, I feel much safer around shooters with training in gun handling than I do around untrained gun users, but I wouldn't dream of prohibiting untrained people from buying a gun. The same goes for vehicles.

29 posted on 12/02/2002 5:11:22 PM PST by RogueIsland
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To: CFC__VRWC
Liberals don't hate all SUV's - they just hate your SUV. They also hate your air-conditioning, your cell phone, your gun, etc., etc., etc...

Dingdingdingdingding!

Hard for liberals to feel 'elite' in their SUV's if every Tom, Dick, or Harry can have one.

30 posted on 12/02/2002 5:14:01 PM PST by supercat
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To: Jim Dandy
The author of this article is out to lunch!!!! He says we Menace other people with SUV's? Gee, we were out today in our 4-runner and don't recall menacing anyone during our trip. But...how about the car that turned in front of us so he could get on the road quicker? I would call that menacing.

Oh let's see, I was out alone yesterday doing my shopping in my Explorer...now let me think...did I menace someone? Anyone? Nope, don't think so! But how about the guy racing up behind me in a sedan and all ticked off cause he had to wait for me to make my turn (oncoming cars ya know) and so when I turn he toots his horn and ackts like a jackass?

Continuing on...we also have a big Dodge Truck...well, it's not an SUV but it is big and could be a menacing vehicle but...it's not. Only DRIVERS are menacing and they can be that in one of those little volkswagon bugs...OR they can be menacing on a bike or skateboard or skis or snowboards.

Ever stand accidently in front of a swing when you were a kid and got hit with the swiing? Hurts huh? Darn right. Should swings be classified as menacing? This guy needs to Get a grip ... we love our SUV's and from the looks of the sales there's a whole lotta people lovin' them so to the author of this article I say quit your whining and back off!
31 posted on 12/02/2002 5:14:03 PM PST by cubreporter
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To: Trajan88; All
"a 2001 True Blue Bullitt Mustang GT. I have to floss those little ricers out from under the bumper at least 7 days a week."

Think how I feel. I drive a 2001 Camaro SS. Ricers hate me.

SUV's are just the latest targets, my FRiends. The left pulled this SAME act, with the SAME tactics, thirty years ago to kill ANOTHER type of vehicle much beloved by Americans with an ounce of spirit: the Musclecar.

It's taken all these years to regain and exceed the performance of the titans of the late '60s-early'70s pavement chewers. Those who wanted some reasonable power had nowhere to go for those years, save to light trucks and SUV's. Thus, such vehicles are now considered, like OTHER things, to be a "loophole" by the communists. And you've seen how they deal with THOSE.

We've seen what they'll do if they don't like a certain vehicle. They've done it before, and it worked. They've just changed the target. Be on your guard, SUV'ers. It's going to get worse for you, MUCH worse. Observe the formula:

1. Complain about the "environment"
2. Whine about fuel costs (our Arab "friends" are so much help here)
3. Begin the demonization
4. Start asking irrelevant questions("WHY does anyone NEED such a thing/truck/engine/gun/etc...")
5. Attempt to make the item of interest "unfashionable"
6. Vandalism.
7. Finally, demand that the item be banned or restricted by law.

Anyone remember the environmental/leftist movement and what it did towards "gas guzzlers" (read: well-performing cars) in about 1970 or so?

Hey, Trajan, isn't it fun to blast past an Echo or some equally foolish vehicle on an interstate, full bore, with the pipes screaming? The thought purely tickles my heart; I did it today, with a buddy of mine. We were in uniform, , to boot. Sailed past a sticker-covered Volvo wagon at about 100 or so. I DO love American Iron. It's the ONLY thing that carries that kind of...BRUTALITY with it.

32 posted on 12/02/2002 5:15:00 PM PST by Long Cut
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To: TheGrimReaper
LOL! Or the verbal equivalent thereof - "YOUR A STUPID RACISTBIGOTHOMOPHOBEEARTHRAPINGCHILDKILLINGBABYSEALCLUBBING...&%$#*(@!!!"
33 posted on 12/02/2002 5:18:07 PM PST by CFC__VRWC
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To: u-89
SUVs are "tippy monstrosities with mediocre brakes that block other drivers' view of the road and inflict massive damage during collisions."

Correct! So how come so many socialists wallow around in them?
34 posted on 12/02/2002 5:28:13 PM PST by hauerf
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To: cubreporter
I personally do not find SUV's menacing at all. They simply look...utilitarian.

THIS is MENACING...

Trust me, Libs hate it. ESPECIALLY when they see my Naval Aircrewman's Wings and my Air Warfare wings on the back windshield. The "non-stock" exhaust helps, too.

35 posted on 12/02/2002 5:31:30 PM PST by Long Cut
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To: u-89
Liberal Socialists hate the idea that someone other than themselves might become empowered. SUV's symbolize empowerment. Liberal Socialists are literally frightened and terrified of the slightest notion that someone other than themselves might excercise their right to travel freely, unencumbered by bureaucratic regulation or overbearing policing. Liberal Socialists cause Freedom Loving Americans to suffer the demented and poisoned projections of Liberal Socialist thought, which is filled with all manner of sin, ie; hate, covetousness, idolatry, vanity, pride, etc...
36 posted on 12/02/2002 5:37:23 PM PST by semaj
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To: Xenalyte
Why? Because you can't afford one?????
37 posted on 12/02/2002 5:41:06 PM PST by smoking camels
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To: Long Cut
Sweet!
38 posted on 12/02/2002 5:49:18 PM PST by smoking camels
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To: Long Cut
personally do not find SUV's menacing at all. They simply look...utilitarian.

THIS is MENACING...

Naw, mate, that ain't menacin', it's sporty!

THESE are *menacing*.... [and sporty...AND utilitarian!]



39 posted on 12/02/2002 6:49:52 PM PST by archy
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To: CFC__VRWC
Very true. The leftist environmentalist wacko taken to his logical extension is Ted Kaczynski. We should all live in a small wood or mud hut and walk or ride a bicycle. Group hugs for entertainment after singing The Internationale.
40 posted on 12/02/2002 6:49:55 PM PST by driftless
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