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Is Obama qualified to be president?

Updated: Saturday, March 22, 2008 6:27 AM PDT

I was extremely disappointed in Democratic candidate Obama's response to the various comments he has labeled as "racist."

I thought someone seeking the presidency of the United States would have risen above these comments. If anything, I now question whether he is qualified or ready to be president.

Roger Kern
Lodi

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Leonard wrote on Mar 30, 2008 1:45 PM:

" There I was sitting at Church this morning and my ears started burning.

At the time, I wondered why. Now, I guess I know.

I suppose that I should be honored that Brian seems to care so much about what I do and how I do it.
"

girard74 wrote on Mar 30, 2008 12:55 PM:

" Something that has not been discussed here is Obama's nickname in high school. Evidently he was known as 'Barry O'Bomber' referring to his impressive jump shot in basketball.

This is the kind of information that should be out there to give us better insight as to who he is. My nickname at the institution where I was raised was simple - 'Pig.' I think I'd rather be remembered as O'Bomber, although the name was attached because of my 'slightly' pug nose.

Obama was evidently an outstanding student. I just thought I'd throw that out there. "

girard74 wrote on Mar 30, 2008 12:37 PM:

" Brian - since you've gone back that far in your research of my stand on issues, I would expect then that you have realized that I am not some sort of puppet 'handled' by others.

There are many issues on which my stand is absolutely firm, rigid even. Yet, I am always open to listening to others' opinions, even (especially) when they are as firm in their convictions as I. When I do find an opening permitting me to state my case in opposition, I seize upon it; although I do so with fervor and respect. "

Brian wrote on Mar 30, 2008 12:25 PM:

" I guess Leonard's influenced me more than I realize. "

Brian wrote on Mar 30, 2008 12:23 PM:

" girard74 wrote on Mar 22, 2008 11:54 AM:

" voter wrote, 'this garbage is part of the FOX NEWS campaign to paint Obama as a "scary black man" in the eyes of its mostly undereducated, white WalMart-Republican audience.'

This is patently absurd. What, we're not supposed to investigate the integrity and background of ALL those desiring to become the President? Doing so labels one (individual, group, news outlet, etc.) as 'racist'?

The rest of your blogg couldn't fit with this comment of mine. It is my sentiments exactly. Let's begin here on this note. "

girard74 wrote on Mar 30, 2008 12:20 PM:

" Brian wrote, 'In other words, your'e (sic) sticking with the masses that disagree with me. Some people would call that peer pressure.
That said, I'll give it a rest.

You do agree that Obama has too many skeletons in his closet? Or have you changed your position on that too out of peer pressure?'

Now just why would I ever consider taking you seriously? This is exactly what I've been trying to get through to you on. You ask what appears to be a logical question; and then immediately snipe me with a silly jibe. Again, exactly why are you here? "

Brian wrote on Mar 30, 2008 12:16 PM:

" Girard74 wrote; What you want is something I cannot provide: agreement with you on virtually everything of which you disagree with others on this blog.

In other words, your'e sticking with the masses that disagree with me. Some people would call that peer pressure.
That said, I'll give it a rest.

You do agree that Obama has too many skeletons in his closet? Or have you changed your position on that too out of peer pressure?
"

girard74 wrote on Mar 30, 2008 12:05 PM:

" I wrote on Mar 30, 2008 11:53 AM:

'Brian - your methodology in your discourse encourages me from 'entertaining your thoughts.'

That should read '...discourages' me from 'entertaining your thoughts.' "

girard74 wrote on Mar 30, 2008 11:56 AM:

" Brian stated, 'How many times has he grandstanded only to be ignored by most. You sir, are a hypocrite (sic).'

Oh no!! Not the hypocrisy label!! I really thought there couldn't possibly be TWO of these on the same blog-block. The truth is slowly emerging; it won't be long now!!

H5! "

girard74 wrote on Mar 30, 2008 11:53 AM:

" Brian - your methodology in your discourse encourages me from 'entertaining your thoughts.'

While asking what might appear to be a logical question, you lace it with comments such as, 'I only say this because of your persistence to proove (sic) me wrong and to keep in good graces with the fray here.'

What you want is something I cannot provide: agreement with you on virtually everything of which you disagree with others on this blog.

Not only is your brand of 'debate' non-productive, it simply isn't pleasurable for me. And I enjoy debating - it is under normal circumstances, fun. "

Brian wrote on Mar 30, 2008 11:27 AM:

" Girard74 Wrote:In debate, there's not much respect for those who support their contentions on passion alone.

Boy you described Leonard here to the T.

How many times has he grandstanded only to be ignored by most. You sir, are a hipocrite. "

Brian wrote on Mar 30, 2008 11:21 AM:

" G74, Ok you're not interested in entertaining my thoughts.

But you can't proove me wrong. You question my sources just like Leonard.

Yet you expect me to continue to provide
sources even though they will be met with pessimism. Am I to conclude that there isn't any source you will agree with? You're just like Leonard. "

Brian wrote on Mar 30, 2008 11:14 AM:

" Liberal ideology is ,in essence:

Anything that is older than yesterday is
outmoded.

Liberals consider it an inconvenience
to remember what brought them to this point in time. Hence, those that forget their history are doomed to repeat it. "

girard74 wrote on Mar 30, 2008 11:12 AM:

" Brian wrote, 'Girard74, instead of tearing me down perhaps you can build me up.'

What exactly do you think I have been doing? By 'build[ing] [you] up,' do you mean that I should simply nod my head and agree with everything you state; that YOUR enemies should be MY enemies; that I should change my method of debate to one that has no basis in fact or truth? Is this how you want me to 'build you up?'

Sorry fella, can't do that; not for YOU, not for NO ONE. (Double negative intended simply because your whole argument is silly.) "

Brian wrote on Mar 30, 2008 11:03 AM:

" Girard74, So you agree that these presidents gave us outmoded ideologies?

I only say this because of your persistence to proove me wrong and to keep in good graces with the fray here. "

Brian wrote on Mar 30, 2008 10:57 AM:

" Girard74, instead of tearing me down perhaps you can build me up. You're so intent on prooving me wrong. For what?
Because you're a liberal? "

Brian wrote on Mar 30, 2008 10:55 AM:

" Like I advised you a short time ago - learn to pick your fights carefully. Anyone who engages in battle knowing full well that they cannot possibly win is foolish, to say the least. "

It seems to me you're too concerned about me. I'm appalled that you would think that I am engaging in a fight I cannot win. I have only just begun.
Are YOU afraid you might learn something from someone you feel superior to? Go away, you're getting on my nerves. "

girard74 wrote on Mar 30, 2008 10:54 AM:

" Brian referred to 'Wikipedia.'

You should know, Brian, that Wikipedia isn't all that reliable. Much of the information there is from folks like us who simply send them our definitions of different things and they somehow make it to the website. I'm not sure what their vetting system is; but I wouldn't rely solely on that as my reference base. "

Brian wrote on Mar 30, 2008 10:50 AM:

" An investigation of Wikipedia and the term Conservatism will reveal a liberal’s view of conservatism; that it has no ideology, but that it is only tied inflexibly to outmoded ideologies of the past. I suppose that is accurate if you believe Washington, Jefferson, Hamilton, Madison, Adams, Franklin, and others, gave us the outmoded ideologies of freedom of speech, religion, and the tumultuous inalienable rights that no man or government can claim authority over.

Hense my suspicion that my conservatism
is viewed here from a liberals point of view. Jefferson, Hamilton, and the others are turning over in their graves. "

girard74 wrote on Mar 30, 2008 10:48 AM:

" Brian wrote, 'You are, in essence, pulling a Leonard as an attempt to prop yourself up and distract us from your shortcomings.'

What, you think I care what you think of me? There are those here whose opinions of me do, in fact, matter to me. This is only because over the course of time we've been able to discuss, argue, rant, rave and scream at each other - and then 'walk away' with our self-respect intact as well as a little more respect for our worthy opponents.

This is why I enjoy debating so much; exactly why are you here? "

girard74 wrote on Mar 30, 2008 10:43 AM:

" Brian stated, 'I've seen this many times that when I try to insert some conservatism into a blog (sic) the liberals come out of the woodwork protesting "How Dare You"' (sic)

If you don't think that goes both ways, then you are truly deluded.

Like I advised you a short time ago - learn to pick your fights carefully. Anyone who engages in battle knowing full well that they cannot possibly win is foolish, to say the least. "

Brian wrote on Mar 30, 2008 10:39 AM:

" Voter: The majority of the respected universities here are left leaning.
You can deny this all you want but facts are facts.

I did check the source. Tell me something else I already know. "

Brian wrote on Mar 30, 2008 10:33 AM:

" Given I share the sentiments of many others that conservatism and wisdom walk hand in hand much more often than liberalism and wisdom I have to conclude
that this blogg is populated by more liberals than conservatives.

I've seen this many times that when I try to insert some conservatism into a blogg the liberals come out of the woodwork protesting "How Dare You"

Cogito and I are amongst the minority here. I'm dubious Girard and Co. have the slightest idea what conservatism really is. "

voter wrote on Mar 30, 2008 10:29 AM:

" Brian writes, "SOUNDS like a left leaning site."

But you wouldn't know one way or the other, Brian, because you didn't check it out, like the others here would if they suspected its objectivity. The site was reporting on a peer reviewed study conducted over 30 years by a respected university. Girard is right--you are not marginalized for you opinions, but for the manner in which you conduct yourself. You arrogantly throw out sensational invective and then expect us to do the leg work to "prove" your ridiculous points. Come back when you learn some manners.

H-5 "

Brian wrote on Mar 30, 2008 10:25 AM:

" Girard74, shall we presume that you are officially now one of Leonard's cronies?

I thought you were of sound mind. I was wrong.

Have a nice day:) "

girard74 wrote on Mar 30, 2008 10:13 AM:

" It's official now - Brian = 'He who shall not be named.'

H5! "

girard74 wrote on Mar 30, 2008 10:11 AM:

" Brian - I think you're on the wrong web-site. The whiners, moaners and groaners site is elsewhere; I'll leave it up to you to find it.

Off you go now; that's a good little boy. No, you can't play with the big boys here - you'll get hurt. Some day, maybe when you're 50, you'll be capable of contributing something of value. Until then, Sesame Street beckons. "

Brian wrote on Mar 30, 2008 10:08 AM:

" I just can't wait to hear what RF has to say about the garbage Leonard has served up again and how Girard74 has took the bait. "

Brian wrote on Mar 30, 2008 10:06 AM:

" And the butt kissing continues. Smooch smooch smooch. "

Brian wrote on Mar 30, 2008 10:01 AM:

" Girard74, It seems to me Leonard has no problem with your moderating because you are kissing his butt.

Real Facts wouldn't kiss Leonard's butt.
And so, what does Leonard do? He marginalizes him. "

girard74 wrote on Mar 30, 2008 10:00 AM:

" Brian - a little unsolicited advice. Try not to worry about being wrong. Most of us hate it when we're caught on an error that could have been avoided had we conducted just a modicum of research. We end up cursing ourselves. And while that gives our opponents their 'moment,' if we admit the error in a respectful manner, two things happen - the issue is resolved and you may very well have earned a bit of respect from your opponent. That 'bit,' as you will soon realize, goes a long way in your furthering your stand on other issues. "

Brian wrote on Mar 30, 2008 9:58 AM:

" Girard74 wrote:What you consider 'stupid,' Leonard does not. This is the nature of 'opinion.' You need to pick your fights more carefully. Learn about the person you intend to argue with; there will be certain issues that are simply not debatable - try and understand that. "

This just goes to show how little you know about me too. I am much more capable of discerning things then you give me credit for. You are, in essence, pulling a Leonard as an attempt to prop yourself up and distract us from your shortcomings.

Can we expect some grandstanding from you too? "

Brian wrote on Mar 30, 2008 9:52 AM:

" voter wrote on Mar 29, 2008 9:50 PM:

" The article in LiveScience says "The surveys assessed attitudes on politics, economics, race, gender, religion and sexuality issues. In some cases, such as racial issues and questions of civil liberties for communists, the researchers measured a greater change toward liberalism in older people than in younger people."

It would seem that more is at play here than irresponsible savings for retirement. "

Sounds like a left leaning site. Perhaps a little biased. "

girard74 wrote on Mar 30, 2008 9:52 AM:

" Brian wrote, 'His latest rant is that since Worldnetdaily.com has been filtered by the military for a very stupid reason he doesn't consider it a reputable site even though overall the military as whole, minus the jackoff who decided to filter it, considers it a wealth of good news reporting. WND is a pro-troop site.'

What you consider 'stupid,' Leonard does not. This is the nature of 'opinion.' You need to pick your fights more carefully. Learn about the person you intend to argue with; there will be certain issues that are simply not debatable - try and understand that. "

girard74 wrote on Mar 30, 2008 9:49 AM:

" Brian wrote, 'Of course Leonard doesn't like Prager so he'll attempt to dismiss anything he says as hogwash and try to marginalize me as he always does.'

Leonard, like most of us here, is very opinionated. What you view as 'marginalizing' you is actually an attempt to have you 'back up' that which you so fervently believe.

In debate, there's not much respect for those who support their contentions on passion alone. There needs to be some sort of believable premise underlying the statements put forth; otherwise, it just turns into a brawl. Like I said before, you gotta have thicker skin. "

Brian wrote on Mar 30, 2008 9:45 AM:

" Girard, You have no idea how far Leonard will go to marginalize someone.

His latest rant is that since Worldnetdaily.com has been filtered by the military for a very stupid reason
he doesn't consider it a reputable site even though overall the military as whole, minus the jackoff who decided to filter it, considers it a wealth of good news reporting. WND is a pro-troop site. "

Brian wrote on Mar 30, 2008 9:40 AM:

" Girard74, Are you a fan of Dennis Prager? He has written many columns on conservatism and talks about it daily on his radio show.

I'll look up some of his columns that have facts to back this up.

Of course Leonard doesn't like Prager so he'll attempt to dismiss anything he says as hogwash and try to marginalize me as he always does. "

Brian wrote on Mar 30, 2008 9:35 AM:

" Brian wrote on Mar 30, 2008 9:27 AM:

" Cogito wrote on Mar 29, 2008 11:40 PM:

" Since Lincoln, the last President elected from a new party, we have had twice as many Republican Presidents as Democrats. So it's pretty obvious, America is twice as likely to agree with Republican idealism, or twice as likely to reject what Democrats stand for. Take your pick.

-This proves my point that there is more wisdom in conservatism than liberalism.

AND THIS IS JUST THE TIP OF THE ICEBERG "

girard74 wrote on Mar 30, 2008 8:19 AM:

" Brian wrote, 'So you and your cronies can pick it apart. It's not so outlandish that you can't find these studies for yourself.'

Tell me you're not this ignorant. You're the one who put forth what you believe to be 'fact' with no supporting evidence. When we are so unreasonable as to ask you where you got your 'statistics,' you actually have the gall to whine about us.

So, here's my analysis. You presented your 'opinion,' based on nothing but your arrogance attempting to pass it off as fact. As such, not only is your premise dismissed you are as well. (IMHO) "

voter wrote on Mar 30, 2008 8:10 AM:

" No doubt in my mind, C., that you speak the truth. But I did read a big part of that study and they didn't ask how people vote, so much as what their attitudes are towards race relations, sex, civil rights, etc.--and findings pointed towards all growing more liberal as we age. It's true of me, and I'll bet you too. "

Cogito wrote on Mar 29, 2008 10:23 PM:

" Voter, have you ever read the AARPs magazine around election time? First of all, they give a lot of money to Democrat candidates. But they use unfounded scare tactics, like the big bad Republicans are going to take everything away from you if they run the country. Check it out sometime. My mother-in-law has had over 300K in govt. paid for medical bills in the last 4 years. Could you imagine the financial ruin that could impose on the elderly? The left plays on that fear to the hilt! By the way, she's a Republican despite the AARP. "

Cogito wrote on Mar 29, 2008 10:09 PM:

" Voter, thanks for the laugh. I think that there are enough programs currently to take care of our elderly. I don't want our older citizens to go without food or shelter. But we can't expect our younger citizens to properly plan for their retirement if we keep taking more and more out of their paychecks in taxes for more and more social programs. Most of our politicians are very wealthy and are out of touch on what it's like to live on normal wages and plan for retirement. It takes 100K to make it today. "

voter wrote on Mar 29, 2008 10:01 PM:

" My take on the survey is that as people age, they often realize that the world is not so black and white--that old prejudices are not productive. "

voter wrote on Mar 29, 2008 9:59 PM:

" Forgot about your standing on social issues--but I don't think they were asking droolers in that survey. "

voter wrote on Mar 29, 2008 9:57 PM:

" Cancel that last question--forgot about that. "

voter wrote on Mar 29, 2008 9:57 PM:

" Assuming that you are correct, Cogito, that liberals are plying frail elderly slackers with government services, like say healthcare, and, I don't know, how about food, in an effort to curry favor at the polls, what, in your opinion, would be the appropriate approach for these reprobates with no life savings? "

Cogito wrote on Mar 29, 2008 9:55 PM:

" I've told you before, I'm a social liberal. "

Cogito wrote on Mar 29, 2008 9:53 PM:

" Also, voter, the overwhelming majority of Vascular Dementia and Alzheimer's patients are elderly. Age and wisdom don't necessarily go hand in hand. "

voter wrote on Mar 29, 2008 9:50 PM:

" The article in LiveScience says "The surveys assessed attitudes on politics, economics, race, gender, religion and sexuality issues. In some cases, such as racial issues and questions of civil liberties for communists, the researchers measured a greater change toward liberalism in older people than in younger people."

It would seem that more is at play here than irresponsible savings for retirement. "

Cogito wrote on Mar 29, 2008 9:41 PM:

" Voter, liberals spend more taxpayer money on government programs in order to buy elderly votes. The majority of elderly have failed to plan properly for their retirement and want to be taken care of. Lack of monetary wisdom? you bet! "

voter wrote on Mar 29, 2008 9:18 PM:

" Peer reviewed study finding people become more liberal with age (wisdom?)

http://news.aol.com/story/_a/people-become-more-liberal-with-age/20080311091309990001


"

Leonard wrote on Mar 29, 2008 8:54 PM:

" LOL! "

voter wrote on Mar 29, 2008 8:53 PM:

" Laughing so hard it hurts!!!!!!

Brian whines, "bloodletting" ??? "you have no idea what I have endured blogging here." ???? !!!!

I think it's time to invoke St. Isidore, Patron Saint of the Internet, for help, Brian, because that's what you'll need to find reputable sources to substantiate your claims.

As for the "injecting humor" part--Amen. "

Leonard wrote on Mar 29, 2008 8:47 PM:

" Brian wrote on Mar 29, 2008 8:45 PM:

Oh boy, you took the bait and ran with it again. You've got a lot of nerve to say you don't instigate things to further an argument.


Hmmm.... this particular bit of bait tasted very much like cheddar. "

Leonard wrote on Mar 29, 2008 8:46 PM:

" So, Brian...

Can you cite a single published study that shows that people become more conservative as they gain more wisdom?

A peer reviewed article perhaps?

Or were you really just making that stuff up as you went along? "

Brian wrote on Mar 29, 2008 8:45 PM:

" Leonard wrote on Mar 29, 2008 8:39 PM:

" Brian wrote on Mar 29, 2008 8:28 PM:

It does make for good entertainment
on Leonard's behalf to further the bloodletting.

Bloodletting???

That's what you call a request for a source? Bloodletting?

I think someone is being a bit of a drama queen.

Oh boy, you took the bait and ran with it again. You've got a lot of nerve to say you don't instigate things to further an argument. "

Brian wrote on Mar 29, 2008 8:42 PM:

" OTH wrote on Mar 29, 2008 8:33 PM:

" Does anyone hear violins playing?

OTH, you just had to ruin the moment with your nauseating reply. "

Leonard wrote on Mar 29, 2008 8:39 PM:

" Brian wrote on Mar 29, 2008 8:28 PM:

It does make for good entertainment
on Leonard's behalf to further the bloodletting.


Bloodletting???

That's what you call a request for a source? Bloodletting?

I think someone is being a bit of a drama queen. "

OTH wrote on Mar 29, 2008 8:33 PM:

" Does anyone hear violins playing? "

Brian wrote on Mar 29, 2008 8:28 PM:

" It does make for good entertainment
on Leonard's behalf to further the bloodletting. I can't say many of us haven't enabled him. He does tend to take the bait and run with it.
There is no malice involved, although it seems to look that way at times.
I really enjoy the food for thought I get from these bloggs. Inserting a little bit of drama and humor makes it all that more interesting and entertaining. "

Brian wrote on Mar 29, 2008 8:18 PM:

" girard74 wrote on Mar 29, 2008 2:31 PM:

" I (girard74) wrote, 'Nowhere have I ever read of Leonard threatening you, bullying you or any such tactics to get his point across.

Girard74,And you never saw leonard making claims that I posted a link from a Nazi website. I lost count the numerous occasions when Leonard distorted what I said to suit his agenda. Obviously you have no idea what I have endured blogging here. It seems to me Leonard has you eating out of his hands too all the while many others share my sentiments about Leonard. "

Brian wrote on Mar 29, 2008 8:12 PM:

" Leonard wrote on Mar 29, 2008 6:14 PM:

" girard74 wrote on Mar 29, 2008 2:24 PM:

Nowhere have I ever read of Leonard threatening you, bullying you or any such tactics to get his point across.

To be fair, I think Brian probably meant that he felt threatened by my arguments.

HA HA HA Your flimzy arguments. I can see why Real Facts does what he does to you.

Get over yourself Leonard. "

Brian wrote on Mar 29, 2008 8:09 PM:

" girard74 wrote on Mar 29, 2008 2:01 PM:

" Brian stated, 'There are many studies that back this up. As I'm sure there are studies that back up the contrary.'

Here again you state what appears to be a 'fact' while at the same time stating your 'opinion' regarding '[You’re] sure there are studies ... to the contrary.' You should be able to support your 'fact' with evidence;

So you and your cronies can pick it apart. It's not so outlandish that you can't find these studies for yourself.
I'm tired of Leonard (and now you)
picking me apart. They do exist.
"

Leonard wrote on Mar 29, 2008 6:14 PM:

" girard74 wrote on Mar 29, 2008 2:24 PM:

Nowhere have I ever read of Leonard threatening you, bullying you or any such tactics to get his point across.


To be fair, I think Brian probably meant that he felt threatened by my arguments. "

OTH wrote on Mar 29, 2008 2:50 PM:

" Leonard LOL That was too easy. "

voter wrote on Mar 29, 2008 2:33 PM:

" Thanks, girard, you expressed my sentiments exactly. We've had some GREAT discussions here the past few weeks--civil and informative. "

girard74 wrote on Mar 29, 2008 2:31 PM:

" I (girard74) wrote, 'Nowhere have I ever read of Leonard threatening you, bullying you or any such tactics to get his point across.'

I also want to point out that I have never heard of or read of Leonard employing such tactics against anyone else. After reading what I originally posted, I felt that perhaps some might conclude that I was playing fast and loose with my words. "

girard74 wrote on Mar 29, 2008 2:24 PM:

" Brian - when you reduce the debate here to personal confrontations, threats and fear of threats, you lose credibility.

Nowhere have I ever read of Leonard threatening you, bullying you or any such tactics to get his point across.

As I've always stated and believe, 'debate' is NEARLY a contact sport; you've got to grow thick skin to get a seat at the table; you've got to have your facts and opinions in good order to retain that seat.

Try to not defend your stand on any issue by accusing others of being 'unfair' or pushing you around. It simply doesn't hold water. "

girard74 wrote on Mar 29, 2008 2:01 PM:

" Brian stated, 'There are many studies that back this up. As I'm sure there are studies that back up the contrary.'

Here again you state what appears to be a 'fact' while at the same time stating your 'opinion' regarding '[You’re] sure there are studies ... to the contrary.' You should be able to support your 'fact' with evidence; you have no obligation to produce any evidence for your 'opinion,' although it would be helpful to advance that opinion further than this one lowly blog. The words ‘are’ and ‘sure there are’ have distinctly different meanings.

Understand? "

girard74 wrote on Mar 29, 2008 1:56 PM:

" Brian, you stated, 'Statisitics show that as we gain more wisdom we tend to become more conservative.'

My response to Leonard, to a large degree acknowledging his humor, was to encourage you to cite the source of your 'statistics.'

I believe in conservative principles, this is true. I do not, however, make broad statements in support of those beliefs without some sort of basis for my contentions.

You stated that you possessed knowledge of these 'stats;' it now behooves you to reveal your source. Otherwise, many might believe that you're simply creating these 'facts' out of whole cloth - that's potentially damaging. "

Brian wrote on Mar 29, 2008 1:56 PM:

" Leonard, I hope we have the chance to meet someday and have a conversation face to face. I do suspect you'll try to bully me with your ability to fight and you may even go as far as taking a swing at me if I don't agree with your position. You may get away with it with your aquaintances in Lodi.
But I won't be intimidated. You just keep on making childish remarks to marginalize me and others. I know it makes you feel superior. I will pray for you. "

Brian wrote on Mar 29, 2008 1:50 PM:

" There's no doubt that Obama's skeletons are far more damaging to his campaign than McCain's.

It's unfortunate that there are so many who have blind faith for him. "

Brian wrote on Mar 29, 2008 1:47 PM:

" Girard74, I thought you were a conservative. Evidently you and others don't consider conservatism a good thing. It's almost as if you are saying that one who claims to be more conservative as they have gained more wisdom as call for their head to be examined. Perhaps you and your new found cronies whould explain to me why
as a person matures they become more conservative? There are many studies that back this up. As I'm sure there are studies that back up the contrary. "

Brian wrote on Mar 29, 2008 1:41 PM:

" voter wrote on Mar 29, 2008 9:37 AM:

" Brian, what's up with the anti-feminism? How do equal rights for women threaten you? "

Some of those things in my post at 7:52 don't disturb you I see.
Nor did the activites at the folsom street fair disturb you either. You've made that quite clear. "

girard74 wrote on Mar 29, 2008 1:21 PM:

" Leonard wrote, 'If the source of Brian's statement was anything other than his colon, I urge him by all means to post it.'

And I, like you, anxiously await his reply in this regard. "

Leonard wrote on Mar 29, 2008 1:04 PM:

" girard74 wrote on Mar 29, 2008 10:21 AM:

While hilarious, I would think permitting Brian to post his source(s) for his claim before starting with the intestinal comic relief would be fair. Very funny, though!!


If the source of Brian's statement was anything other than his colon, I urge him by all means to post it. "

girard74 wrote on Mar 29, 2008 10:57 AM:

" OTH wrote, 'Leonard while I don't think he had progressed to dementia you could tell on occasion from watching him speak that something might not be right.'

Perhaps you're right about Reagan. However, nearly every time I listened to Bill Clinton speak I KNEW that something was decidedly not right. "

OTH wrote on Mar 29, 2008 10:35 AM:

" Leonard while I don't think he had progressed to dementia you could tell on occasion from watching him speak that something might not be right. "

OTH wrote on Mar 29, 2008 10:33 AM:

" WY damn you're on a roll this a.m. You go! "

girard74 wrote on Mar 29, 2008 10:21 AM:

" Leonard asked, 'Or... could it possibly be that you are just pulling this absurdly laughable assertion out of the deepest recesses of your colon?'

While hilarious, I would think permitting Brian to post his source(s) for his claim before starting with the intestinal comic relief would be fair. Very funny, though!! "

Leonard wrote on Mar 29, 2008 10:05 AM:

" girard74 wrote on Mar 29, 2008 9:31 AM:

At that time the only way to diagnose Alzheimer’s was with an autopsy (ok, no wise jokes here). I believe identifying the disease now, while not exact, is more accurate


They still can't make a positive diagnosis without an autopsy. What can be identified is the symptoms, such as dementia and forgetfulness. I don't think Reagan had progressed as far as dementia while in office. "

Leonard wrote on Mar 29, 2008 10:01 AM:

" Brian wrote on Mar 29, 2008 8:23 AM:

Statisitics show that as we gain more wisdom we tend to become more conservative.


ROTFLMAO!!!!!

"STATISTICS"???

What statistic, exactly, would those be Brian? Do you have a study that you are citing? Perhaps a Team W government report???

Or... could it possibly be that you are just pulling this absurdly laughable assertion out of the deepest recesses of your colon?

"

sam wrote on Mar 29, 2008 9:44 AM:

" I hear ya, G. "

sam wrote on Mar 29, 2008 9:42 AM:

" g said "At that time the only way to diagnose Alzheimer’s was with an autopsy (ok, no wise jokes here). I believe identifying the disease now, while not exact, is more accurate. "

G, you are correct. One of my brothers is smack in the middle of Alzheimer’s research. "

girard74 wrote on Mar 29, 2008 9:37 AM:

" Brian asked, 'The question remains: Will Hillary join McCain as an attempt to redeem herself given...'

As ethically, morally and honesty bankrupt as Hillary Clinton is, there is no where on earth she can 'redeem' herself. As I've stated on numerous occasions, this person is simply 'bad' for America. I rarely ever make that distinction about another human or citizen; years of exposure to this toxic excuse for a human being simply permit me to come to this conclusion.

Gee, does anyone think I really don't 'like' Hillary? Sometimes I wonder if I'm being clear. "

voter wrote on Mar 29, 2008 9:37 AM:

" Brian, what's up with the anti-feminism? How do equal rights for women threaten you? "

girard74 wrote on Mar 29, 2008 9:31 AM:

" OTH wrote, 'girard74 it is my understanding that Reagan was in the first stages of Alzheimers while in office.'

At that time the only way to diagnose Alzheimer’s was with an autopsy (ok, no wise jokes here). I believe identifying the disease now, while not exact, is more accurate.

Regardless, no one should be prohibited from running for president because he/she is 'old.' The voters, however, should certainly take into consideration not only the age of the person 'when' elected; but also as time rolls on during his/her administration.

It IS a very valid concern. (IMO) (no 'H'). "

sam wrote on Mar 29, 2008 9:27 AM:

" feminist

adjective
1. of or relating to or advocating equal rights for women

noun
1. a supporter of feminism "

sam wrote on Mar 29, 2008 9:26 AM:

" fem·i·nism [fem-uh-niz-uhm] Pronunciation Key - Show IPA Pronunciation
–noun
1. the doctrine advocating social, political, and all other rights of women equal to those of men.
2. (sometimes initial capital letter) an organized movement for the attainment of such rights for women.
3. feminine character. "

sam wrote on Mar 29, 2008 9:25 AM:

" I disagree 100% with:

Brian Mar 29, 2008 7:52 AM:
"

sam wrote on Mar 29, 2008 9:23 AM:

" Leonard wrote on Mar 29, 2008 7:44 AM:
" At this point it seems Hillary is just acting out a vendetta against Obama and the voters who robbed her of the nomination that she thinks she deserved."

We, here, have noticed the same thing. She acts like the presidency is "her right", not an elected office.


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sam wrote on Mar 29, 2008 9:21 AM:

" Leonard wrote on Mar 29, 2008 7:39 AM:
" What do you all think about these rumors that McCain may make Hillary his VP? "

WOW, that would be wierd. "

sam wrote on Mar 29, 2008 9:17 AM:

" Brian, Obama is NO Bush. I am embarassed how Bush let his advisors take control.

I believe Obama will take their advise, not give over his presidency to them. There is a huge difference. "

sam wrote on Mar 29, 2008 9:15 AM:

" Brian wrote on Mar 29, 2008 7:51 AM:
" Will all the feminist supporters of Obama please stand up. "

I am stnding up ! "

Brian wrote on Mar 29, 2008 8:57 AM:

" WY, we would not only have the Hildabeast, but the beast on the hill,
the beast on top of Bill, billed a beast, and a Clintonbeasta. "

OTH wrote on Mar 29, 2008 8:53 AM:

" girard74 it is my understanding that Reagan was in the first stages of Alzheimers while in office.

I find that rather disturbing. As far as I know no one bothered to tell the public. I don't want to take away from McCain solely on his age, but when you combine everything together it is concerning.

"

Brian wrote on Mar 29, 2008 8:53 AM:

" Bry Wrote: The black leaders, including Obama, continue to instill the racist, victim mindset in the black community while vilifying the so called "evil white man". The perfect excuse for no accountability.

My sentiments exactly. This is another example of how Obama's skeletons will be his undoing. "

OTH wrote on Mar 29, 2008 8:46 AM:

" Leonard remember with Hillary comes Billary. Do you think McCain wants those two running around the West Wing? I have heard Hillary described in a VP position as the Democratic Dick Cheney. "

WY wrote on Mar 29, 2008 8:44 AM:

" I hate her voice and her old man's crooked pointer finger.... that he points again. He use to bend it and point with his knuckle, but now he's back to pointing at people he talks AT. "

Brian wrote on Mar 29, 2008 8:29 AM:

" Girard74, Yep, Hear Hear "

Brian wrote on Mar 29, 2008 8:28 AM:

" Actually there are probably more feminists supporting Hillary.

Will we then see a change of heart for the feminist movement? There may be hope for even the most liberal of the liberal movement. "

girard74 wrote on Mar 29, 2008 8:24 AM:

" Leonard asked, 'What do you all think about these rumors that McCain may make Hillary his VP?'

Certainly those are just rumors. 'If' such a scenario were to play out, the screams of agony from both parties would be heard 'round the world!

There would be either a record low turnout for the general election because no one would want to vote for anyone; or else there would be a record high turnout with people voting for Ralph Nader or writing in 'Bozo the Clown.’ My money would be on Bozo. "

Brian wrote on Mar 29, 2008 8:23 AM:

" The question remains: Will Hillary join McCain as an attempt to redeem herself given her parents roots are Goldwater
conservatives?

We may very well see her cross the aisle. Statisitics show that as we gain more wisdom we tend to become more conservative. I'll be the first to concragulate her. "

Brian wrote on Mar 29, 2008 8:16 AM:

" At this point, I think those in the Obama camp who are still quietly but not too indescretely chanting the Rev. Wright mantra are just making fools of themselves. "

The skeletons in Obama's closet are far more destructive to his campaign than McCain's will ever be.
"

Brian wrote on Mar 29, 2008 7:59 AM:

" Leonard wrote on Mar 29, 2008 7:39 AM:

" What do you all think about these rumors that McCain may make Hillary his VP? "

It may only be a ploy for those supporting Hillary to look the McCain way if she drops out. My thinking is, he's testing the waters. I'm dubious she will be VP. "

Brian wrote on Mar 29, 2008 7:52 AM:

" The feminist "scholarly article" that claimed that deer hunters are simply acting out their fantasies of raping underage women

The feminist prof who helped shield a lying feminist colleague from scrutiny for her misdeeds, resulting in the tarnishing of an innocent man’s reputation

The Northern Kentucky University professor who invited her students to "express their freedom-of-speech rights" by destroying a pro-life display

The Chapel Hill professor who wrote approvingly about erotic relationships between human beings and dogs

The Society for Cutting Up Men Manifesto – an incitement to hatred and violence now enshrined in the library of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

How the feminist movement has college girls acting like prostitutes, talking like prostitutes, and looking like prostitutes

How the feminist attachment to postmodernism has resulted in widespread academic and personal dishonesty

The unhinged professor who tried to destroy Adams’ career by making numerous false charges against him -- including the claim that he sprayed tear gas in her office!

The lesbian coed who boasted in her student newspaper about using federally subsidized student aid money to buy sex toys

The feminist professor who defended homosexual activists who defamed and hurled racist slurs at two women who dared protest a showing of the play The Vagina Monologues

How feminists generally lack the courage to act as individuals -- and, when challenged, often react wildly and with a virtually total lack of self-control

Feminists’ husbands: even more irritating than feminists

The feminist affinity for Communism "

Brian wrote on Mar 29, 2008 7:51 AM:

" Will all the feminist supporters of Obama please stand up. "

Leonard wrote on Mar 29, 2008 7:44 AM:

" At this point it seems Hillary is just acting out a vendetta against Obama and the voters who robbed her of the nomination that she thinks she deserved. "

Leonard wrote on Mar 29, 2008 7:39 AM:

" What do you all think about these rumors that McCain may make Hillary his VP? "

Leonard wrote on Mar 29, 2008 7:39 AM:

" Brian wrote on Mar 29, 2008 7:24 AM:

Many of Obama's supporters probably felt like they were being thrown under the bus when the words of Rev. Wright came to the surface. Only then did Obama distance himself from the man.
This won't go away any time soon. He may get the nomination. He will be scared of McCain.


Obama addressed this issue in a speech that has drawn accolades from across the political spectrum. He has moved on.

At this point, I think those in the Clinton/McCain camp who are chanting this mantra are just making fools of themselves. "

Brian wrote on Mar 29, 2008 7:32 AM:

" girard74 wrote on Mar 28, 2008 7:58 AM:

" Does anyone realize what Howard Dean did this morning? By insisting that the 'super'delegates decide who they support by July 1 (in order to avoid problems at the convention), he just changed the course of this nomination.

It just goes to show the Dems will do anything to get back in the White House.

And to those that question them...

HOW DARE YOU!

"

Brian wrote on Mar 29, 2008 7:24 AM:

" Sam Wrote: AMEN. That is why I love the guy. He does not react emotionally, does not throw his friends under the bus, and he has class. Hey, if he lacks knowledge on a topic, he has proven to me that he will hire the appropriate advisors.

Many of Obama's supporters probably felt like they were being thrown under the bus when the words of Rev. Wright came to the surface. Only then did Obama distance himself from the man.
This won't go away any time soon. He may get the nomination. He will be scared of McCain. "