Below is a transcript of relevant portions of the Sunday, May 30, syndicated Chris Matthews Show:
JOE KLEIN, TIME MAGAZINE: This is more Bush’s second Katrina than Obama’s first.
CHRIS MATTHEWS: I agree, if you go to the management issue.
KLEIN: Yes, because it was the Bush regulations, it was Dick Cheney’s deregulation, and lording over the Minerals Management-
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KLEIN: He is incredibly lucky in his opposition. I mean, you know, the oil spill is a great example. The Republicans look worse on that than the Democrats do. I think that, because there are no really coherent Republican leaders now, he’ll come back.
MATTHEWS: Just like in Illinois when he ran for the Senate, terrible opponents.
"Kill the kids and stop paying taxes!"
From KTTR News Radio in Rolla, Missouri, Dave Weinbaum fields some creative suggestions from an "interesting" caller who's lost it: "All the people you don't want having kids, you want them to have abortions....The rich people are having abortions, the poor, stupid people are having 12 babies at a time......kill the kids so I can stop paying taxes!" Dave: "We don't kill kids on this show!"
Volcker Revelation: ‘Stiff’ New Tax Needed to Cover Obama Spending at 25% of GDP!
"Spending is clearly now on a higher track."
Anti-Liberal Billboard in Tuscaloosa, AL!
Another billboard "attacking" Pelosi, Reid & Obama specifically. "We the people - not three the people!"
Thursday, May 20, 2010
Response to President Calderon by Rep. Tom McClintock!
Before we get to Tom, check out what one Mexican U.S. resident thinks of Arizona.....and you:
OK, now you're ready:
May 20, 2010 — Response to President Calderon
House Chamber, Washington, D.C.
May 20, 2010
M. Speaker:
I rise to take strong exception to the speech of the President of Mexico while in this chamber today.
The Mexican government has made it very clear for many years that it holds American sovereignty in contempt and President Calderons behavior as a guest of the Congress confirms and underscores this attitude.
It is highly inappropriate for the President of Mexico to lecture Americans on American immigration policy, just as it would be for Americans to lecture Mexico on its laws.
It is obvious that President Calderon does not understand the nature of America or the purpose of our immigration law.
Unlike Mexicos immigration law -- which is brutally exclusionary -- the purpose of Americas law is not to keep people out. It is to assure that as people come to the United States, they do so with the intention of becoming Americans and of raising their children as Americans.....And to those who say we must reform our immigration laws I reply that we dont need to reform them we need to enforce them. Just as every other government does. Just as Mexico does...
OK, now you're ready:
May 20, 2010 — Response to President Calderon
House Chamber, Washington, D.C.
May 20, 2010
M. Speaker:
I rise to take strong exception to the speech of the President of Mexico while in this chamber today.
The Mexican government has made it very clear for many years that it holds American sovereignty in contempt and President Calderons behavior as a guest of the Congress confirms and underscores this attitude.
It is highly inappropriate for the President of Mexico to lecture Americans on American immigration policy, just as it would be for Americans to lecture Mexico on its laws.
It is obvious that President Calderon does not understand the nature of America or the purpose of our immigration law.
Unlike Mexicos immigration law -- which is brutally exclusionary -- the purpose of Americas law is not to keep people out. It is to assure that as people come to the United States, they do so with the intention of becoming Americans and of raising their children as Americans.....And to those who say we must reform our immigration laws I reply that we dont need to reform them we need to enforce them. Just as every other government does. Just as Mexico does...
Spokane employers seeing record number of job applicants!
While the unemployment rate fell from 10.7 percent in March to 8.7 percent in April many Spokane, Washington employers like the Spokane Indians and Riverfront Park are seeing hundreds of people seeking to compete for a handful of part-time jobs. KXLY4's Sally Showman reports that the number of people who applied was over 500 and only 70 landed a spot for these minimum wage jobs. Kinda tells you what else "isn't" available out there!
Costa Mesa California "We are not a sanctuary city!"
Costa Mesa California says: "We are not a sanctuary city!" The endless flow of "undocumented workers" has prompted Costa Mesa to become a "rule of law city"! This means that they are a sanctuary city NO MORE!
Arizona to L.A.: Boycott us and we'll cut off your power...Enjoy your hot summer..LOL
Local KCAL News 9 reports:
Arizona Corporation Commissioner Gary Pierce says: "If L.A. really wants to cut all ties to Arizona, then maybe Arizona should cut off the electricity supplies to the city"!
Arizona Corporation Commissioner Gary Pierce says: "If L.A. really wants to cut all ties to Arizona, then maybe Arizona should cut off the electricity supplies to the city"!
PPIC Poll Shows Stunning Comeback For Poizner!
A new PPIC Poll released (5/19/10) shows that Steve Poizner has gained massive support as Meg Whitman's lead vanishes.
Secret Service Investigates After Wisconsin Bartender Burns Obama in Effigy!
WTJM-TV, Milwaukee: People in West Allis were shouting and laughing as a bar tender torched the statue for the crowd. Flames tore through the statue with what looks like duct tape wrapped around it's neck. Yester Years Pub and Grill is owned by Karen Schoenfeld. We wanted to ask her what the bartender meant with the fire. But a message left at the bar wasn't returned. And no one answered the door at her New Berlin home. "I regret that it happened, that it happened in our state. I think that's the worst image that a person can send out," said Hamilton. http://www.todaystmj4.com/news/local/94313854.html
It's amazing what some folks will do when they're drunk. Hmm, now if this were President Bush of fire....!
It's amazing what some folks will do when they're drunk. Hmm, now if this were President Bush of fire....!
Wednesday, May 19, 2010
Byrd: The Filibuster is Not a Right Intended to be Abused!
Senator Robert Byrd spoke today before the Senate Rules Committee about the importance of Senate rules but the need to reign the abuses of them. "I share the profound frustration of my constituents and colleagues as we confront this situation. The challenges before our nation are far too grave, and too numerous, for the Senate to be rendered impotent to address them, and yet be derided for inaction by those causing the delay," said Byrd.
Mexican President Knocks Arizona Law From White House Lawn!
ABC News: Mexican President Felipe Calderon took the unusual step Wednesday morning of criticizing an American law while visiting the White House, saying cooperation is needed to fix the US-Mexican immigration issue but "such laws as the Arizona law that is forcing our people to face discrimination. If we are divided, we cannot overcome these problems."
Obama: Arizona Law Is ‘Misdirected Effort’
LA Times: With the president of Mexico at his side, President Obama on Wednesday called for a comprehensive immigration overhaul, and the two leaders lashed out at a new law in Arizona that critics have labeled as anti-immigrant.
GOP Blocks Hagan's Payday Lender Amendment!
"We're not saying that these loans cannot be given, but that recurring debt is what should be stopped..."
Rand Paul: ‘We’ve Come to Take Our Government Back’!
"A message that is loud and clear."
Paul's triumph represents the biggest victory of the 2010 election season for the Tea Party movement, which joined forces with supporters of Paul's father, former presidential candidate Ron Paul, to overwhelm Grayson and his backers in the state's GOP establishment.
http://www.cnn.com/2010/POLITICS/05/18/kentucky.senate.preview/?hpt=Sbin
Paul's triumph represents the biggest victory of the 2010 election season for the Tea Party movement, which joined forces with supporters of Paul's father, former presidential candidate Ron Paul, to overwhelm Grayson and his backers in the state's GOP establishment.
http://www.cnn.com/2010/POLITICS/05/18/kentucky.senate.preview/?hpt=Sbin
Tuesday, May 18, 2010
Leaked Terrorist Interrogation Recording - US/Canada Border
...or major scam?
A Canadian couple crossing the US border to go shopping at a Niagara Falls outlet mall is intimidated, interrogated & jailed by the Border Patrol for terrorism. They are harassed and questioned, told lies and thrown in a jail cell. They are asked which individual stores they were going to, and also stated they had the power to ask the address of where they were headed, so Police could call ahead and confirm they were expected. The Cops EVEN CLAIM they don't need any grounds for their actions. THE COUPLE ALSO RECORDED THE ENTIRE ENCOUNTER.
A Canadian couple crossing the US border to go shopping at a Niagara Falls outlet mall is intimidated, interrogated & jailed by the Border Patrol for terrorism. They are harassed and questioned, told lies and thrown in a jail cell. They are asked which individual stores they were going to, and also stated they had the power to ask the address of where they were headed, so Police could call ahead and confirm they were expected. The Cops EVEN CLAIM they don't need any grounds for their actions. THE COUPLE ALSO RECORDED THE ENTIRE ENCOUNTER.
Congressman Mark Souder resigns!
Indiana Congressman Mark Souder says hell resign from Congress effective Friday over an affair with a staffer.
Palin Slams Obama for Failure to Secure Border
Arizona Governor Jan Brewer and former Alaska Governor Sarah Palin launch an effort aimed at educating the country on the federal governments failure to secure our nations southern border and its failure to address the human tragedy that is occurring as a result.
They also asked Americans to stand up and support Arizona. Key to the Secure the Border—Support Arizona effort is the launching of a new website devoted to these issues: www.SecuretheBorder.org.
They also asked Americans to stand up and support Arizona. Key to the Secure the Border—Support Arizona effort is the launching of a new website devoted to these issues: www.SecuretheBorder.org.
Bristol Palin Set to Hit Speaking Circuit!
Bristol Palin is hitting the speakers' circuit and will command between $15,000 and $30,000 for each appearance.
‘Adults Only’: California Campaign Ad Knocks Meg Whitman as Porn Peddler!
"Under Whitman’s leadership, the porn site became one of the largest on the Internet.”
Monday, May 17, 2010
Miss Oklahoma USA Supports Arizona Law: "I'm A Huge Believer In States' Rights"!
Miss Oklahoma USA Morgan Elizabeth Woolard: "I'm a huge believer in states' rights. I think that's what's so wonderful about America. So I think it's perfectly fine for Arizona to create that law."
She was asked what she thought about the new immigration law in Arizona. The judge who asked her the question was Oscar Nunez, actor from "The Office". Nunez was initially booed when he asked the loaded question.
She was asked what she thought about the new immigration law in Arizona. The judge who asked her the question was Oscar Nunez, actor from "The Office". Nunez was initially booed when he asked the loaded question.
D.C. Douglas PSA For Tea Party And FreedomWorks Critics!
Controversial former GEICO voice over announcer releases emotional public service announcement "Don't Drunk Dial FreedomWorks," warning other FreedomWorks/Tea Party critics not to make the same mistake he did.
"If I can save just one person from doing what I did, then I will feel it was all worth it." - D.C. Douglas L. Baxterstein, Jr.
"If I can save just one person from doing what I did, then I will feel it was all worth it." - D.C. Douglas L. Baxterstein, Jr.
Succesful tests in US oil spill battle !
BP have announced successful tests on a system to siphon oil from a blown-out well in the Gulf of Mexico. This is obviously great news for everyone!
60 MINUTES -- THE BLOWOUT!
60 minutes last night: The story of how the BP oil drilling rig in the Gulf of Mexico, "Deepwater Horizon", was destroyed on April 20, 2010, causing the worst oil spill in U.S. history! Truth or spin? You decide.....
Sunday, May 16, 2010
GOP Throws 'Pink Slip Party' For Grayson and Kosmas
A pink slip party in downtown Orlando targeted two Central Florida lawmakers. The Republican Party needs 40 seats to have the majority. In Orlando, they were targeting representatives Alan Grayson and Suzanne Kosmas. "Nancy Pelosi and the agenda that is supported by members of Congress, including Alan Grayson and Suzanne Kosmas is putting our position at a diminished ability to compete and for us to have jobs in this country," said Rep. Pete Sessions, National Republican Congressional Committee Chairman. http://www.cfnews13.com/Politics/FloridaDecides/2010/5/15/gop_hosts_39pink_slip_party39_for_grayson_kosmas.html
Saturday, May 15, 2010
Haley/Palin Rally at the State Capitol
More than a thousand supporters stood State House (web | news) to hear Sarah Palin endorse Nikki Haley to be the next governor of South Carolina. Palin called Haley a fighter and a winner and also compared the republican candidate for governor to herself. Palin's rally was the end of a busy day for Nikky Haley as she crisscrossed the state. Here's a bit of home video showing several demonstrators to whom Sarah politely responded: "Keep doing what you're doing because we have people like my son in uniform protecting your right to protest!"