...and your armpits?
Just a reminder for all of you scoring at home. This guys vote counts just as much as yours.
h/t barstoolsports
3 hours ago
Tuesday, June 30, 2009
Monday, June 29, 2009
You're Not Surprised By This, Are You? UPDATE- Must read blog on this situation
The Drudge headline says it all. Obama Lashes Out At Honduras; Sides With Chavez, Castro
This really shouldn't be a surprise to anyone. I said it back when Obama didn't walk out on Daniel Ortegas rant against the US; Is it really hard to believe that Obama agrees with these guys on many issues. This is exactly why Wright an Ayers weren't distractions (like the media and weak ass Republicans wanted you to believe), they were major players. Does Chavez say many things that are more inflammatory than those guys? Of course not. They are all on the same wavelength and Obama wasn't forced to be with those guys, he sought them out.
This is a guy who stood silent for a week as protesters in Iran were being murdered. He was silent while even France was condemning the action. Now, just a day after the Honduras President is thrown out of office for violating the constitution and a supreme court order, Obama comes riding to his aide along with Chavez and Castro.
And here I was so I excited this morning that the USA had beaten France in football 78-o. Not even that can brighten a day when the President of the United States can no longer be called the Leader of the Free World.
UPDATE- Check out this blog which has a lot of information on exactly what is going on in Honduras. Absolutely unbelievable that the President of the United States would be on the other side.
USA Murders France In Football 78-0
CANTON, Ohio - The opportunity to dominate presented itself and 45 American teenagers did just that. The United States displayed the talent, skill, confidence and swagger of a champion in its 78-0 victory over France in a first-round game in the inaugural International Federation of American Football Junior World Championship tournament Saturday at Fawcett Stadium in Canton… The Americans were superior to the French in every aspect of the game — speed, size, quickness and strength. ”I don’t like games getting like that, but I don’t know how I can change that when you only have 45 guys on your squad,” said Team USA coach Chuck Kyle… USA held an advantage in several statistical categories, including total yards (610-7) and first downs (27-5).
Finally, some order is restored in the world. I don't have to read about Barack offering hot dogs to the Iranians, or apologizing with tears in his eyes. What we have here is a good old fashioned American ass whooping of the French. I'm going to call my mom, make an apple pie, and blast some Lee Greenwood, cause I'm proud to be an American. Michelle Obama... not so much.
h/t barstoolsports
Finally, some order is restored in the world. I don't have to read about Barack offering hot dogs to the Iranians, or apologizing with tears in his eyes. What we have here is a good old fashioned American ass whooping of the French. I'm going to call my mom, make an apple pie, and blast some Lee Greenwood, cause I'm proud to be an American. Michelle Obama... not so much.
h/t barstoolsports
Friday, June 26, 2009
A Historic Day For American Politics
I never thought I'd see the day when Corrine Browns immortal "Go Gata" speech would be challenged. To me it was one of those untouchable records, right up there with Joe Dimaggios 56 game hitting streak, Michael Phelps 14 gold medals, and Barack Obamas journey to 57 US states. So you can imagine my surprise when I saw Hurricane Chris take the floor of the Louisiana House and lay down the challenge to Corrine Brown, Star Search style (in memory of Ed Mcmahon)
vs The returning champ. 4 star winner Corrine Brown
vs The returning champ. 4 star winner Corrine Brown
Thursday, June 25, 2009
Zambian President Gets Pissed On By A Monkey
LUSAKA (Reuters) - A monkey urinated on Zambian President Rupiah Banda as he spoke to journalists at a news conference on Wednesday.
Banda softly shouted: "You (monkey) have urinated on my jacket," and paused as he looked up to see the animal playing in a tree just above his chair.
"Perhaps these are blessings," he said continuing his address amid laughter from the audience of journalists and diplomats at the State House presidential offices.
Several monkeys play around the grounds of Banda's residence and his office. There are also many species of antelope and birds in the State House grounds.
Banda softly shouted: "You (monkey) have urinated on my jacket," and paused as he looked up to see the animal playing in a tree just above his chair.
"Perhaps these are blessings," he said continuing his address amid laughter from the audience of journalists and diplomats at the State House presidential offices.
Several monkeys play around the grounds of Banda's residence and his office. There are also many species of antelope and birds in the State House grounds.
I'm not saying we should buy this monkey from Zambia and let him loose at Obamas next press conference, but I'm also not saying we shouldn't. Now, I dont have the numbers in front of me, but I'd be willing to bet Zambia is a poor country. I mean they have monkeys running around pissing on the President. So I think we could get this monkey on the cheap. The only thing better than buying a monkey that can piss on the President, is buying a monkey that can piss on the President at a discount rate.
Wednesday, June 24, 2009
The Worst Advice Ever Given
Head on over to Politico today. It's like a 25 car pile up, you can't help but look at it. Now I don't have a problem with Politico. They're a little left of center, but they're not New York Times liberal. This article actually reflects worse on The National Review. The Politico story is written by Jonathan Martin, who used to write for The National Review. Who actually does the hiring at the National Review? Jonathan Martin, Kathleen Parker, and Christopher Buckley is a trend. The Obama administration does a better job vetting than that hiring team.
As for the story. The first part on what Republicans need to do isn't too bad. It's when the story gets to how Republicans can screw it up, that the wheels come falling off.
Now I usually dont blame the reporters for writing what their sources tell them. But the lack of any sort of scrutiny over these sources is embarrassing. Let's take a look:
And just as importantly, GOP leaders on Capitol Hill privately recognize the need to distance themselves a bit from George W. Bush, Dick Cheney, Sarah Palin and Newt Gingrich — even though they've done poor job of doing so thus far.
That right there should raise red flags. GOP leaders, the ones who won't put their name in this article, the ones who have led Republicans to this point, are the ones who are the source for a GOP comeback? Now, I understand that Bush can't be the one out there making the point that government spending needs to decrease. But, Palin and Gingrich have actually cut government spending, while the DC GOP leadership was whining anonymously to liberal publications.
Polls show that the GOP is wise to focus most of its attacks on spending, government intervention and job losses. (Those same polls show the public has low regard for Republicans on these issues, but it's a significant development that President Barack Obama's numbers are slipping in these areas, too.)
A couple points on this:
1) Could the public have low regard for Republicans on these issues because the GOP leadership that you went to for these anonymous quotes were voting for big spending policies over the past 8 years? Or is this Palins, Gingriches, and Limbaughs fault too?
2) Obamas numbers aren't slipping. Let's look at his poll numbers over the past 5 months. In January his approval index was +30. Since then he has had the most adoring, fawning press coverage of any person (forget just politicians) in my lifetime, and his approval index this week fell to -2. That's not a slip. That's the Life Alert lady that's fallen and can't get up.
There is no doubt things could get worse for the GOP, especially in the Senate, and especially if Democrats charge into the 2010 elections with a popular Obama leading the way.
I think the trend of his approval index pretty much guarantees he won't be very popular come election time 2010.
Republicans are often their most effective enemies. When they aren't trying to push the Colin Powells of the world out of their party for failing ideological purity tests, they're busy failing their purity tests themselves.
Yes, how dare Republicans be upset with Colin Powell. All he did was wait until a little over a week before the election to then endorse the most liberal Democrat to ever run for President of the United States. Only in the eyes of a liberal media would Republicans have to kiss up to a guy who did that.
Politico also doesn't point out exactly what it is that Powell believes in. At the beginning of this disaster of an articile, they say the Presidents weak point is government spending. They then pointed out that Republicans have low ratings in this area as well (probably because they oversaw such a growth in government). They write that the GOP has to distance itself from Palin and Gingrich (who have cut government spending), while embracing Powell, who just a month ago said people want more government in their lives. Every poll says the opposite. Politico failed to point this out.
The list is long and keeps getting longer. John Ensign (R-Nev.), an outspoken family-values Christian, admits an affair with a staffer and a sordid financial relationship with her family.
If I talk to 300 people today, one would know who John Ensign is. And thats only if I happen to bump into John Ensign. The idea that this is going to weaken Republicans in 2010 is ridiculous. I think more people will be concerned with the massive spending and tax hikes that are sure to come. And if Politico is worried about hypocrisy, they should probably use that word when Obama is in the midst of appointing his 387th tax cheat by then.
Without a leader at the top of their party — and no real chance of having one before 2012 — the Republicans most likely to get the attention are those who say the most outrageous things. And Limbaugh, Cheney, Gingrich and Palin are winning that battle right now.
Quick, Politico, name me one outrageous thing Palin has said? Just one. I won't hold my breath on this.
This is hardly good news for a party that desperately needs to move beyond its base. Several GOP aides told us they wish all four would shuffle off to an undisclosed location while the party repairs its brand.
Again anonymous, and again Politico doesn't point out the obvious. The GOP leaders and aides are the ones who put the Republicans in this position. The four people named above are the ones responsible for Obamas approval index falling faster than the box office numbers of Land of the Lost.
Many top Republicans acknowledge privately that the conservative line on issues such as climate change, gay rights and immigration is increasingly out of sync with where the country is headed. But with Utah Gov. Jon Huntsman dispatched to China as Obama's ambassador, there is no prominent Republican figure making the case that the party needs to change its stand on cultural issues.
Jon Huntsman was prominent? Since when? That line combined with the one about Colin Powell tell you everything you need to know about this article. Republicans need to mute the people who have damaged Obama and embrace the ones who embrace Obama. Brilliant strategy.
Now, as far as the 3 issues mentioned above. Let's take them one by one. First, climate change is a huge winner for Republicans in the next few months. That is if they listen to conservatives. More people are skeptical about global warming than ever before. I'm currently sitting through what seems like the 50th consecutive day of rain, wind, and 60 degree weather. You could insult my mother and it would't be as irritating as me listening to a man made global warming argument. Add into this skepticism, the fact that Obama wants to pass a huge cap and trade that will cost this country hundreds of billions and it's a huge win for Republicans.
Two things on the gay rights issue. One, Obamas position is the exact same as many Republicans. So it can't hurt them too bad. And two, every single time it's been put to a vote, gay marriage has lost. So with those combined, how does this hurt Republicans? Politico doesn't answer.
Immigration is out of sync with the public. They don't back this up. When the debate comes back up, Obama will have to convince people that the country should keep people who came here illegally at a time when jobs are scarce. He will also have to convince people that they should be provided services that will cost more money, when the biggest issue concerning voters today is runaway government spending. So, obviously in Politicos eyes, this is a plus for Democrats.
This White House is as political as any this city has seen. The president and his aides seem well-aware of the political dangers of appearing too liberal on issues such as gay rights
This isn't a joke. Just after Politico said Republicans need to embrace gay rights or be on the wrong side of histroy, they write that Obama is so smart not to touch the gay rights issue. Seriously, they wrote that. Yes really.
Throughout the whole article, Politico never mentions that the most recent poll finds that 40% of the country considers themselves conservative, while only 21% say liberal. They may not have mentioned it due to the fact that this article advocates Republicans moving left while muting their base. Coach Bobby Finstock gave better advice in Teen Wolf than this article.
As for the story. The first part on what Republicans need to do isn't too bad. It's when the story gets to how Republicans can screw it up, that the wheels come falling off.
Now I usually dont blame the reporters for writing what their sources tell them. But the lack of any sort of scrutiny over these sources is embarrassing. Let's take a look:
And just as importantly, GOP leaders on Capitol Hill privately recognize the need to distance themselves a bit from George W. Bush, Dick Cheney, Sarah Palin and Newt Gingrich — even though they've done poor job of doing so thus far.
That right there should raise red flags. GOP leaders, the ones who won't put their name in this article, the ones who have led Republicans to this point, are the ones who are the source for a GOP comeback? Now, I understand that Bush can't be the one out there making the point that government spending needs to decrease. But, Palin and Gingrich have actually cut government spending, while the DC GOP leadership was whining anonymously to liberal publications.
Polls show that the GOP is wise to focus most of its attacks on spending, government intervention and job losses. (Those same polls show the public has low regard for Republicans on these issues, but it's a significant development that President Barack Obama's numbers are slipping in these areas, too.)
A couple points on this:
1) Could the public have low regard for Republicans on these issues because the GOP leadership that you went to for these anonymous quotes were voting for big spending policies over the past 8 years? Or is this Palins, Gingriches, and Limbaughs fault too?
2) Obamas numbers aren't slipping. Let's look at his poll numbers over the past 5 months. In January his approval index was +30. Since then he has had the most adoring, fawning press coverage of any person (forget just politicians) in my lifetime, and his approval index this week fell to -2. That's not a slip. That's the Life Alert lady that's fallen and can't get up.
There is no doubt things could get worse for the GOP, especially in the Senate, and especially if Democrats charge into the 2010 elections with a popular Obama leading the way.
I think the trend of his approval index pretty much guarantees he won't be very popular come election time 2010.
Republicans are often their most effective enemies. When they aren't trying to push the Colin Powells of the world out of their party for failing ideological purity tests, they're busy failing their purity tests themselves.
Yes, how dare Republicans be upset with Colin Powell. All he did was wait until a little over a week before the election to then endorse the most liberal Democrat to ever run for President of the United States. Only in the eyes of a liberal media would Republicans have to kiss up to a guy who did that.
Politico also doesn't point out exactly what it is that Powell believes in. At the beginning of this disaster of an articile, they say the Presidents weak point is government spending. They then pointed out that Republicans have low ratings in this area as well (probably because they oversaw such a growth in government). They write that the GOP has to distance itself from Palin and Gingrich (who have cut government spending), while embracing Powell, who just a month ago said people want more government in their lives. Every poll says the opposite. Politico failed to point this out.
The list is long and keeps getting longer. John Ensign (R-Nev.), an outspoken family-values Christian, admits an affair with a staffer and a sordid financial relationship with her family.
If I talk to 300 people today, one would know who John Ensign is. And thats only if I happen to bump into John Ensign. The idea that this is going to weaken Republicans in 2010 is ridiculous. I think more people will be concerned with the massive spending and tax hikes that are sure to come. And if Politico is worried about hypocrisy, they should probably use that word when Obama is in the midst of appointing his 387th tax cheat by then.
Without a leader at the top of their party — and no real chance of having one before 2012 — the Republicans most likely to get the attention are those who say the most outrageous things. And Limbaugh, Cheney, Gingrich and Palin are winning that battle right now.
Quick, Politico, name me one outrageous thing Palin has said? Just one. I won't hold my breath on this.
This is hardly good news for a party that desperately needs to move beyond its base. Several GOP aides told us they wish all four would shuffle off to an undisclosed location while the party repairs its brand.
Again anonymous, and again Politico doesn't point out the obvious. The GOP leaders and aides are the ones who put the Republicans in this position. The four people named above are the ones responsible for Obamas approval index falling faster than the box office numbers of Land of the Lost.
Many top Republicans acknowledge privately that the conservative line on issues such as climate change, gay rights and immigration is increasingly out of sync with where the country is headed. But with Utah Gov. Jon Huntsman dispatched to China as Obama's ambassador, there is no prominent Republican figure making the case that the party needs to change its stand on cultural issues.
Jon Huntsman was prominent? Since when? That line combined with the one about Colin Powell tell you everything you need to know about this article. Republicans need to mute the people who have damaged Obama and embrace the ones who embrace Obama. Brilliant strategy.
Now, as far as the 3 issues mentioned above. Let's take them one by one. First, climate change is a huge winner for Republicans in the next few months. That is if they listen to conservatives. More people are skeptical about global warming than ever before. I'm currently sitting through what seems like the 50th consecutive day of rain, wind, and 60 degree weather. You could insult my mother and it would't be as irritating as me listening to a man made global warming argument. Add into this skepticism, the fact that Obama wants to pass a huge cap and trade that will cost this country hundreds of billions and it's a huge win for Republicans.
Two things on the gay rights issue. One, Obamas position is the exact same as many Republicans. So it can't hurt them too bad. And two, every single time it's been put to a vote, gay marriage has lost. So with those combined, how does this hurt Republicans? Politico doesn't answer.
Immigration is out of sync with the public. They don't back this up. When the debate comes back up, Obama will have to convince people that the country should keep people who came here illegally at a time when jobs are scarce. He will also have to convince people that they should be provided services that will cost more money, when the biggest issue concerning voters today is runaway government spending. So, obviously in Politicos eyes, this is a plus for Democrats.
This White House is as political as any this city has seen. The president and his aides seem well-aware of the political dangers of appearing too liberal on issues such as gay rights
This isn't a joke. Just after Politico said Republicans need to embrace gay rights or be on the wrong side of histroy, they write that Obama is so smart not to touch the gay rights issue. Seriously, they wrote that. Yes really.
Throughout the whole article, Politico never mentions that the most recent poll finds that 40% of the country considers themselves conservative, while only 21% say liberal. They may not have mentioned it due to the fact that this article advocates Republicans moving left while muting their base. Coach Bobby Finstock gave better advice in Teen Wolf than this article.
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
Miss Conservative of the Week
This weeks Miss Conservative of the Week is Sophia E Gomez. She comes to us by way of Arizona.
you can email your nominee to theconservativecomeback@yahoo.com . Dont have to be famous. Just hot, smart, and conservative
you can email your nominee to theconservativecomeback@yahoo.com . Dont have to be famous. Just hot, smart, and conservative
1) Who is your favorite politician?
I have always been, for the most part, a Reagan Republican. Most of us know that the late President Ronald W. Reagan’s largest significance during his presidency was his role in helping put an end to the Soviet Union by befriending its leader, Gorbachev.
President Reagan upheld the principles of self-reliance (personal responsibility), self-discipline, morality, and above all, responsible liberty (individual freedom) for every individual. He believed in America’s traditional values of faith, family, and work to continue rebuilding its defenses (limited government) and to redirect history “away from totalitarian darkness.”
President Reagan knew that the Founding Fathers made it clear that the safety (strong national defense) of law-abiding citizens should be one of the government’s primary concerns. He addressed the economic climate during his administration by adopting an economic policy whereby tax cuts (lower taxes) were created to help increase savings, spending, and investment (hold taxes and spending down to maintain economic growth). Inflation went down and after a time and so did unemployment. President Reagan revived and restored the prosperity of America.
2) What is the most important issue to you?
I have a couple of issues that are important to me. The first issue is that our government should focus on providing our nation with a strong national defense just as the preamble of the United States Constitution clearly states. Our government’s primary role is to protect us from both domestic attacks and foreign invasions. I support our troops and I am thankful that they are the men and women who protect and serve our country and fight for our freedoms. Secondly, it is important to me that our government not interfere with capitalism, free market, free enterprise, etc. Our government’s role is to defend our country, not run it.
3) Have you ever thought of running for office?
Yes, I have thought about it. I would’ve loved to serve our country in a public office capacity. But, I believe, at my age, it’s a little too late to “start” a career in Politics. However, because I am a woman of faith, I believe that there is still hope for me to serve in some way. God does not always call the qualified, but He qualifies the called. I believe whoever is voted into public office should listen to their constituents and do what is in the best interest of the people and America. There is no room for self-interest in public office.
4) Why are you a conservative? I am a conservative because I believe in:
• traditional family values
• the sanctity of marriage
• a commitment to faith and religion
• the right to life for every human being
• limited government
• lower taxes
• a strong national defense
• individual freedom
• personal responsibility
and I believe that they are all foundations of American government.
I have always been, for the most part, a Reagan Republican. Most of us know that the late President Ronald W. Reagan’s largest significance during his presidency was his role in helping put an end to the Soviet Union by befriending its leader, Gorbachev.
President Reagan upheld the principles of self-reliance (personal responsibility), self-discipline, morality, and above all, responsible liberty (individual freedom) for every individual. He believed in America’s traditional values of faith, family, and work to continue rebuilding its defenses (limited government) and to redirect history “away from totalitarian darkness.”
President Reagan knew that the Founding Fathers made it clear that the safety (strong national defense) of law-abiding citizens should be one of the government’s primary concerns. He addressed the economic climate during his administration by adopting an economic policy whereby tax cuts (lower taxes) were created to help increase savings, spending, and investment (hold taxes and spending down to maintain economic growth). Inflation went down and after a time and so did unemployment. President Reagan revived and restored the prosperity of America.
2) What is the most important issue to you?
I have a couple of issues that are important to me. The first issue is that our government should focus on providing our nation with a strong national defense just as the preamble of the United States Constitution clearly states. Our government’s primary role is to protect us from both domestic attacks and foreign invasions. I support our troops and I am thankful that they are the men and women who protect and serve our country and fight for our freedoms. Secondly, it is important to me that our government not interfere with capitalism, free market, free enterprise, etc. Our government’s role is to defend our country, not run it.
3) Have you ever thought of running for office?
Yes, I have thought about it. I would’ve loved to serve our country in a public office capacity. But, I believe, at my age, it’s a little too late to “start” a career in Politics. However, because I am a woman of faith, I believe that there is still hope for me to serve in some way. God does not always call the qualified, but He qualifies the called. I believe whoever is voted into public office should listen to their constituents and do what is in the best interest of the people and America. There is no room for self-interest in public office.
4) Why are you a conservative? I am a conservative because I believe in:
• traditional family values
• the sanctity of marriage
• a commitment to faith and religion
• the right to life for every human being
• limited government
• lower taxes
• a strong national defense
• individual freedom
• personal responsibility
and I believe that they are all foundations of American government.
To find out more about Sophia you can check her out on twitter here.
Monday, June 22, 2009
Attention Global Warming People
I'm going to do my global warming friends a service today. I hate to see people wasting there money but that is exactly what they did this morning on my way to work. During a commercial break on the radio a global warming commercial came on. It came on during what seems like the 20th consecutive day of rain and weather in the 60s here in Boston. I came close to putting my fist through the radio. The next time this commercial comes on you will be receiving a bill for a broken radio from me. Have a nice day.
Friday, June 19, 2009
Looking for a few good men
Or at least one.
We want to be equal in opportunity to all things purdy and conservative on this blog.
Prior Ms. Conservatives of the Week, God love ya, you're all great.
But I think it's time we get some men on this board. You know, because it can't just be all about the wise Latina women around here!
So men, if you want to toss your hat in the ring to be Mr. Conservative Comeback of the week, e-mail me at mrccoftheweek@gmail.com.
Unlike the The CC, I want threaten with pictures of Rosie O'Donnell until I get a nominee. But I will pout. Please don't make me pout. Obama's policies make me unhappy enough.
Word.
PS...purdy is certainly subjective. And to sound like a liberal for a moment, because we're all creatures of God there's something pretty in all of us (oh wait--they don't like God). Okay umm, let's try this again, thinking like a liberal here, damn, it's much harder than I imagined! Yeah, okay, well even if you just want the spotlight to be on you for a week, drop me a line!
We want to be equal in opportunity to all things purdy and conservative on this blog.
Prior Ms. Conservatives of the Week, God love ya, you're all great.
But I think it's time we get some men on this board. You know, because it can't just be all about the wise Latina women around here!
So men, if you want to toss your hat in the ring to be Mr. Conservative Comeback of the week, e-mail me at mrccoftheweek@gmail.com.
Unlike the The CC, I want threaten with pictures of Rosie O'Donnell until I get a nominee. But I will pout. Please don't make me pout. Obama's policies make me unhappy enough.
Word.
PS...purdy is certainly subjective. And to sound like a liberal for a moment, because we're all creatures of God there's something pretty in all of us (oh wait--they don't like God). Okay umm, let's try this again, thinking like a liberal here, damn, it's much harder than I imagined! Yeah, okay, well even if you just want the spotlight to be on you for a week, drop me a line!
Thursday, June 18, 2009
Clip Of The Day
I've watched this clip about 5 times and I come away with one thought. I want an eye patch. If you think any differently after watching this then I dont want to know you.
Oh, and Barbara Boxer is a legendary asshole.
Miss Conservative of the Week
We're going back to Cali for this weeks Miss Conservative. I looked past her flaw of being a Lakers fan (If Garnett wasn't injured we'd be talking about a Celtics repeat right now). That being said she meets all 3 criteria for the Miss Conservative of the Week award: hot, smart, and conservative. This weeks Miss Conservative is Lorna Badeo.
1) Who is your favorite politician?
Ah, the age old question. It’s a bit of a tie at this moment in my life to be honest. I grew up sure of one thing when it came to politics – Ronald Reagan was the be all end all. Perhaps a bit naïve, but the fact that he spoke to me at such a young age was golden. I don’t think my admiration and respect for President Reagan will ever change – scratch that – it gets stronger every day because his optimism and love of America and her people lives on through my favorite Alaskan.
Sarah Palin. I know, how predictable. Sarah from Alaska . Sarah Barracuda. Sarah’Cuda. The Guv. Whatever you wanna call her, I like her. A lot. She’s exactly who I’ve been waiting for in a leader. Optimism, personal responsibility, unshakeable faith, grace, honesty, thirst for knowledge, confident, humble…I could go on. Because of her, I walk with a little more confidence, I speak with a little more passion, and my head is held a little higher.
2) What is the most important issue to you?
Personal Responsibility
I don’t know that you can really classify this as an issue but I feel like it’s a common thread throughout many of the issues that are commonly mentioned – taxes, welfare, education, etc. There’s always a starting point in tackling any issue and bringing about a viable solution. Sometimes bringing about that solution requires going back in time and discovering what got us into a particular predicament. And guess what? A lot of the time, it’s about individuals letting go of their responsibilities and letting some other entity pick up their slack. But that entity is not necessarily there for the general welfare. I know I’m speaking in very general terms, but you catch my drift.
3) Have you ever thought of running for office?
I can honestly say that running for office is not in my cards. I think. Well, I guess I should say, “never say never”. However, as of now and looking to my future, it’s a no. I’ve always considered myself a team player. I would love working behind the scenes and being in that group of people who help catapult someone to whatever seat they choose. I love work that keeps you running around, meeting people, and strategizing.
4) Why are you a conservative?
I’m a first general Filipino-American. Female. 25 years old. From California . All signs point to Democrat – so I’ve been told. I’ve mentioned my admiration for President Reagan. I was a young kid when he was president. I didn’t truly understand what his politics were, but I educated myself on what he stood for – and I liked what I learned. I have parents who were born in a country run by a dictator. I grew up appreciating freedom and the consequences when those freedoms slowly slip away. I believe the individual is capable of making decisions for them. I believe that it is the private sector through which a free nation can economically prosper. I believe that America is exceptional. I believe that our greatest defense against tyranny is our offense. I believe in the pursuit of life, liberty, and happiness for ALL. I believe “In God We Trust” and “One Nation under God” are not just haphazard slogans, rather our nation’s foundation.
To check out more of Lorna, you can follow her on twitter here
1) Who is your favorite politician?
Ah, the age old question. It’s a bit of a tie at this moment in my life to be honest. I grew up sure of one thing when it came to politics – Ronald Reagan was the be all end all. Perhaps a bit naïve, but the fact that he spoke to me at such a young age was golden. I don’t think my admiration and respect for President Reagan will ever change – scratch that – it gets stronger every day because his optimism and love of America and her people lives on through my favorite Alaskan.
Sarah Palin. I know, how predictable. Sarah from Alaska . Sarah Barracuda. Sarah’Cuda. The Guv. Whatever you wanna call her, I like her. A lot. She’s exactly who I’ve been waiting for in a leader. Optimism, personal responsibility, unshakeable faith, grace, honesty, thirst for knowledge, confident, humble…I could go on. Because of her, I walk with a little more confidence, I speak with a little more passion, and my head is held a little higher.
2) What is the most important issue to you?
Personal Responsibility
I don’t know that you can really classify this as an issue but I feel like it’s a common thread throughout many of the issues that are commonly mentioned – taxes, welfare, education, etc. There’s always a starting point in tackling any issue and bringing about a viable solution. Sometimes bringing about that solution requires going back in time and discovering what got us into a particular predicament. And guess what? A lot of the time, it’s about individuals letting go of their responsibilities and letting some other entity pick up their slack. But that entity is not necessarily there for the general welfare. I know I’m speaking in very general terms, but you catch my drift.
3) Have you ever thought of running for office?
I can honestly say that running for office is not in my cards. I think. Well, I guess I should say, “never say never”. However, as of now and looking to my future, it’s a no. I’ve always considered myself a team player. I would love working behind the scenes and being in that group of people who help catapult someone to whatever seat they choose. I love work that keeps you running around, meeting people, and strategizing.
4) Why are you a conservative?
I’m a first general Filipino-American. Female. 25 years old. From California . All signs point to Democrat – so I’ve been told. I’ve mentioned my admiration for President Reagan. I was a young kid when he was president. I didn’t truly understand what his politics were, but I educated myself on what he stood for – and I liked what I learned. I have parents who were born in a country run by a dictator. I grew up appreciating freedom and the consequences when those freedoms slowly slip away. I believe the individual is capable of making decisions for them. I believe that it is the private sector through which a free nation can economically prosper. I believe that America is exceptional. I believe that our greatest defense against tyranny is our offense. I believe in the pursuit of life, liberty, and happiness for ALL. I believe “In God We Trust” and “One Nation under God” are not just haphazard slogans, rather our nation’s foundation.
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Wednesday, June 17, 2009
No 'command' in Commander
Dear Barry,
We know you'd rather just sit around and talk about yourself in the first person, but at some point shouldn't you try to acknowledge the Iran "debate". Please try to find the pair that Michelle carries around in her purse around those gloooorious guns of hers!
Despite what you think, you actually have limited power in the Executive Office. However, one power you actually do have is as Commander-in-Chief. Forget about Article II, Section 2, Clause 1 of the Constitution? Ring any bells, law professor?
Now I know you're busy keeping a "light touch" in govermental affairs, but this isn't one of those times where you should be hands off, hon.
Being Commander-in-Chief requires that you actually lead...something...anything??
Now I know this is hard for you. After all, your friends in ACORN, you know the folks that helped get you elected, know a whole helluva lot about election fraud and this sort of puts you in a rock >>> hard place, but just in case you haven't switched off MSNBC, people are actually losing their lives over this sham election.
Just thought you'd like to know. Believe it or not, some things in life are actually a bit bigger than you. And actually within your paygrade, sweets.
Kisses,
Lauren
You Gave It Your Best Shot Kid
This kid had a HUGE opportunity, and he blew it. This is going to haunt this kids dreams for the rest of his life. He was caught flat footed. Sure he had a flower all set to give her, but check out those socks and sneakers. I could work in a sewer all day and have less shit on my kicks than him. Everybody knows Megan Fox likes clean sneakers. I'm willing to give the kid a break because he looks like a rookie. A veteran like me gets dressed every morning asking the same question, "If I run into Halle Berry, are my sneakers clean enough?" Live and learn kid.
Inspectorgate
Nothing irritates me more than adding the word gate to every scandal. I assume it irritates Obama too...so we'll call this Inspectorgate.
Now Obama says that this guy was "confused and "disoriented" in a meeting. Obama opened himself up for this response from Walpin:
“I would never say President Obama doesn’t have the capacity to continue to serve because of his (statement) that there are 56 states,” Walpin said, adding that the same holds for Vice President Biden and his “many express confusions that have been highlighted by the media.” Obama mistakenly said once on the campaign trail that he had traveled to 57 states.
Oh no he di 'int
Now Obama says that this guy was "confused and "disoriented" in a meeting. Obama opened himself up for this response from Walpin:
“I would never say President Obama doesn’t have the capacity to continue to serve because of his (statement) that there are 56 states,” Walpin said, adding that the same holds for Vice President Biden and his “many express confusions that have been highlighted by the media.” Obama mistakenly said once on the campaign trail that he had traveled to 57 states.
Oh no he di 'int
Tuesday, June 16, 2009
Yeah, what he said!
As to the Letterman bruhaha, The Comeback pretty much covered my same sentiments on this topic.
I do want to add one observation to this.
In all of this "humor" he so eloquently put on display last week, we're forgetting that he also called Gov. Palin a slut. Rightly so, we were focused on the attacks on her children, but why does this point seem to be a non-issue?
Imus got fired for calling a bunch of women "nappy-headed hos". Okay, and Letterman? It took him over a week to offer a real apology and we applaud when he does so? Not sure the math adds up on that one.
I just want to leave you with this. Perhaps Dave only wishes his wife could pull off the stewardess look. In case you haven't seen a picture of his lovely wife, here you go:
Is it fair to characterize her looks anymore than Palin's? Arguably, no. But I'm just living up to the Letterman standard here.
Don't forget to tell 'em Large Marge sent ya, honey.
I do want to add one observation to this.
In all of this "humor" he so eloquently put on display last week, we're forgetting that he also called Gov. Palin a slut. Rightly so, we were focused on the attacks on her children, but why does this point seem to be a non-issue?
Imus got fired for calling a bunch of women "nappy-headed hos". Okay, and Letterman? It took him over a week to offer a real apology and we applaud when he does so? Not sure the math adds up on that one.
I just want to leave you with this. Perhaps Dave only wishes his wife could pull off the stewardess look. In case you haven't seen a picture of his lovely wife, here you go:
Is it fair to characterize her looks anymore than Palin's? Arguably, no. But I'm just living up to the Letterman standard here.
Don't forget to tell 'em Large Marge sent ya, honey.
Monday, June 15, 2009
Letterman Apologizes...It's Time To Move On
The transcript of tonights show has been released. Part of it is here
"And then I was watching the Jim Lehrer 'Newshour' - this commentator, the columnist Mark Shields, was talking about how I had made this indefensible joke about the 14-year-old girl, and I thought, 'Oh, boy, now I'm beginning to understand what the problem is here. It's the perception rather than the intent.' It doesn't make any difference what my intent was, it's the perception. And, as they say about jokes, if you have to explain the joke, it's not a very good joke. And I'm certainly - " (audience applause) "- thank you. Well, my responsibility - I take full blame for that. I told a bad joke. I told a joke that was beyond flawed, and my intent is completely meaningless compared to the perception. And since it was a joke I told, I feel that I need to do the right thing here and apologize for having told that joke. It's not your fault that it was misunderstood, it's my fault. That it was misunderstood." (audience applauds) "Thank you. So I would like to apologize, especially to the two daughters involved, Bristol and Willow, and also to the Governor and her family and everybody else who was outraged by the joke. I'm sorry about it and I'll try to do better in the future. Thank you very much." (audience applause)
-A couple points on this. From the beginning I have not called on David Letterman to be fired. In fact, I don't think he should be fired. I think we start to get into a bad area when we call for people to be fired for something that offends us. Who ends up being the judge on what is offensive? I think simply changing the channel and tanking the persons ratings will be the ultimate penalty.
- Palins response was absolutely right and is the same response almost every parent in America would give if their child was the subject of this controversy. In fact I think most people wouldn't mind Todd Palin getting a hold of Letterman for a little while. I know I wouldn't fault him for that.
- Moving on from this after the apology makes this a clear win for Palin.
- Continuing to make this an issue after the apology would be a mistake. Whether you think the apology is sincere or not (part of the reason why I dont care for forced apologies in the first place) most people will want to move on. With the situation in Iran, nukes in North Korea, and health care being forced down our throat, people will start to get tired of this issue. They'll say we have bigger issues on our plate and will start to make Letterman the victim. The media is begging to play that angle of the story. They also want to make Palin a tabloid politician, focusing on this rather than her always common sense critique of the Obama administrations disasterous policies.
-It will also hide the accomplishments of Palin. She had a major victory last week with the pipeline. She talked about it in each interview she had, yet the stories that made it into the paper and the cable shows had to do with the questions she was asked about Letterman.
-In the end, moving on from this now helps Palin. She stood up for her family, destroyed Letterman, and exposed him to most of the country. All clear thinking Americans had her back in this case.
-While we're on the subject of Gov. Palin dont forget that there is a webathon this week to retire the debt that Palin has accumulated due to frivolous ethics complaints. Click on the Alaska logo on the right to donate.
"And then I was watching the Jim Lehrer 'Newshour' - this commentator, the columnist Mark Shields, was talking about how I had made this indefensible joke about the 14-year-old girl, and I thought, 'Oh, boy, now I'm beginning to understand what the problem is here. It's the perception rather than the intent.' It doesn't make any difference what my intent was, it's the perception. And, as they say about jokes, if you have to explain the joke, it's not a very good joke. And I'm certainly - " (audience applause) "- thank you. Well, my responsibility - I take full blame for that. I told a bad joke. I told a joke that was beyond flawed, and my intent is completely meaningless compared to the perception. And since it was a joke I told, I feel that I need to do the right thing here and apologize for having told that joke. It's not your fault that it was misunderstood, it's my fault. That it was misunderstood." (audience applauds) "Thank you. So I would like to apologize, especially to the two daughters involved, Bristol and Willow, and also to the Governor and her family and everybody else who was outraged by the joke. I'm sorry about it and I'll try to do better in the future. Thank you very much." (audience applause)
-A couple points on this. From the beginning I have not called on David Letterman to be fired. In fact, I don't think he should be fired. I think we start to get into a bad area when we call for people to be fired for something that offends us. Who ends up being the judge on what is offensive? I think simply changing the channel and tanking the persons ratings will be the ultimate penalty.
- Palins response was absolutely right and is the same response almost every parent in America would give if their child was the subject of this controversy. In fact I think most people wouldn't mind Todd Palin getting a hold of Letterman for a little while. I know I wouldn't fault him for that.
- Moving on from this after the apology makes this a clear win for Palin.
- Continuing to make this an issue after the apology would be a mistake. Whether you think the apology is sincere or not (part of the reason why I dont care for forced apologies in the first place) most people will want to move on. With the situation in Iran, nukes in North Korea, and health care being forced down our throat, people will start to get tired of this issue. They'll say we have bigger issues on our plate and will start to make Letterman the victim. The media is begging to play that angle of the story. They also want to make Palin a tabloid politician, focusing on this rather than her always common sense critique of the Obama administrations disasterous policies.
-It will also hide the accomplishments of Palin. She had a major victory last week with the pipeline. She talked about it in each interview she had, yet the stories that made it into the paper and the cable shows had to do with the questions she was asked about Letterman.
-In the end, moving on from this now helps Palin. She stood up for her family, destroyed Letterman, and exposed him to most of the country. All clear thinking Americans had her back in this case.
-While we're on the subject of Gov. Palin dont forget that there is a webathon this week to retire the debt that Palin has accumulated due to frivolous ethics complaints. Click on the Alaska logo on the right to donate.
Sunday, June 14, 2009
Sarah Palin Webathon Begins Monday
Conservatives 4 Palin have put together a webathon for Sarah palin that begins tomorrow and goes throughout this week. Due to frivolous ethics complaints that Palin has had to defend herself against, she has racked up $500,000 in legal fees. A trust fund has been set up in Alaska to deal with these issues. Check out the video below to see all the details. Click on the logo of Alaska to the right to be taken to the official site to donate what you can.
Thursday, June 11, 2009
Wait, I thought words mattered?
Being on vacation this week, I've done a good job at immunizing myself from all political wonk. But between David Letterman, the Holocaust Museum shooter, and the Rev. Wrong, like a gay cowboy in Brokeback Mountain, I couldn't quit this blog.
So remember last week, after the death of "Doctor" Tiller? You couldn't read a blog or turn on the tv without hearing the phrase "words matter". That of course was the liberal matra ginned up in trying to prove that Bill O'Reilly and others on Fox News were somehow complicit in this man's murder.
So if that was the standard last week, couldn't it be said it should be the standard this week? And taking that view, how about the words of the Obama's BFF, Rev. Wright? "Them Jews". Reeeeally? Remember last year on the campaign trail when most of us with a functioning brain cell voiced concerns over this Reverend of the Afro-Centric (and arguably anti-Semitic church)?
Why don't those words matter now? Especially when we heard Obama in Cairo last week equating the Palestinian plight in Gaza to the Holocaust? Is there really no ideological connection between the hate of the good Reverand and his "son" Obama when it comes to the Jews. Oh wait, excuse me, "them Jews". Silly me, I forgot that was the venacular we are to be using now.
So remember last week, after the death of "Doctor" Tiller? You couldn't read a blog or turn on the tv without hearing the phrase "words matter". That of course was the liberal matra ginned up in trying to prove that Bill O'Reilly and others on Fox News were somehow complicit in this man's murder.
So if that was the standard last week, couldn't it be said it should be the standard this week? And taking that view, how about the words of the Obama's BFF, Rev. Wright? "Them Jews". Reeeeally? Remember last year on the campaign trail when most of us with a functioning brain cell voiced concerns over this Reverend of the Afro-Centric (and arguably anti-Semitic church)?
Why don't those words matter now? Especially when we heard Obama in Cairo last week equating the Palestinian plight in Gaza to the Holocaust? Is there really no ideological connection between the hate of the good Reverand and his "son" Obama when it comes to the Jews. Oh wait, excuse me, "them Jews". Silly me, I forgot that was the venacular we are to be using now.
Wednesday, June 10, 2009
Clip Of The Day
I just watched Gran Torino yesterday. If you havent seen it, you have to go and rent it. Trust me. This clip is one of the funniest scenes of all time. I'm putting it in my top 5. It is hilarious.
The embedding of it has been turned off, so here is the link
Top 5 Funniest Scene Ever
The embedding of it has been turned off, so here is the link
Top 5 Funniest Scene Ever
So Let Me Get This Straight
The Supreme Court will hear cases and rule in favor of terrorists caught overseas fighting US soldiers, but won't even listen to the argument of AMERICAN CITIZENS whose contract with a private company was ripped up by the President of the United States. Just checkin.
Monday, June 8, 2009
Ruth Bader Ginsburg Slaps Down Obama
Ruth Bader Ginsberg has put a halt on the sale of Chrysler to Fiat, a major set back to the Obama administrations strong arm deal. I can only imagine the stare that Ginsburg will get if she stops by Michelles garden in the next few days.
Clip Of The Day Battle
It's a special day here at The Comeback. A clip of the day battle for the ages between Corrine Brown and...Corrine Brown. I know, I know, it's almost too good to be true.
First up is the new clip of her talking smack about the Lakers. Bonus points go to this clip for obvious reasons, the addition of Maxine Waters. The first 12 seconds might be more awkward than the ending of a Full House episode.
Next is the classic, unforgetable Gettysburg Address like speech about the Florida Gators.
May the best clip win. I want to gradulate Corrine Brown on being part of the first clip of the day battle on The Conservative Comeback. Go Gata!
I dont know about you, but I sleep better at night knowing that Corrine Brown is in a position of power in this country.
First up is the new clip of her talking smack about the Lakers. Bonus points go to this clip for obvious reasons, the addition of Maxine Waters. The first 12 seconds might be more awkward than the ending of a Full House episode.
Next is the classic, unforgetable Gettysburg Address like speech about the Florida Gators.
May the best clip win. I want to gradulate Corrine Brown on being part of the first clip of the day battle on The Conservative Comeback. Go Gata!
I dont know about you, but I sleep better at night knowing that Corrine Brown is in a position of power in this country.
Saturday, June 6, 2009
Satrurday Morning Reading
The Atlantic embarrasses itself trying to stick up for Obama by bringing down Palin.
When did Tom Brokaw go completely insane. I missed that.
Google decides to commemorate Tetris over D Day.
GE/NBC is one shady corporation.
Vodkapundits, The week in blogs
Megan Fox GQ pictures
25 years ago Reagan gave a speech on the birth of Tetris...I mean the anniversary of D Day
Is Google Serious?
Google is known for changing their page during certain holidays and anniversaries. So, on the 65th anniversary of D-Day does Google have a backdrop of the stars and stripes? No. A soldier? No. Google instead chose to commerorate this day by celebrating the 25th anniversary of Tetris, a video game that I dominated when I was in kindergarten.
Now I happen to like using Google. This blog is actually hosted by Google. I just can't understand the thought process. Millions of people who use Google across the world today could've been reminded of the huge sacrifice that allied forces made 65 years ago today. Americans alone saw 6600 casualties in one day. Who raised there in hand in a meeting and said, "Ya, all that's true, but I still think we should go with Tetris."
Thursday, June 4, 2009
I Give Up
Today is just one of those days. First, Obama gives a speech straight out of the Richard Simmons School of Communications. I mean, are you telling me Obama didn't plagiarize this speech today.
Then, I see this video on Laughing yoga, which completely destroys any and all faith I have in people. If you haven't heard, Laughing Yoga is when you laugh for no reason at all. This is the most insane thing I have ever seen in my life.
I will put my blogging career on the line and guarantee these are Obama voters. Bottom line is, this is a dark day in America. With Obamas speech and laughing yoga hitting me in the face today, I need a break.
Then, I see this video on Laughing yoga, which completely destroys any and all faith I have in people. If you haven't heard, Laughing Yoga is when you laugh for no reason at all. This is the most insane thing I have ever seen in my life.
I will put my blogging career on the line and guarantee these are Obama voters. Bottom line is, this is a dark day in America. With Obamas speech and laughing yoga hitting me in the face today, I need a break.
Wednesday, June 3, 2009
Obama Without The Telemprompter...Again
GatewayPundit points out that not only would we not be one of the top Muslim countries in the world, we would rank 41st, behind population powerhouses Kazakhstan and Guinea. I'm willing to cut him some slack here because it's clear Obama was using his math based on the 57 US states.
The Silence Is Deafening
Within hours of the murder of George Tiller on Sunday, a millionaire who aborted 60,000 fetuses, many of them in late term, Obama released this statement:
I am shocked and outraged by the murder of Dr. George Tiller as he attended church services this morning. However profound our differences as Americans over difficult issues such as abortion, they cannot be resolved by heinous acts of violence.
On Monday, a US soldier, a man who Obama is the Commander in Chief of now, a man who made much less money doing a much more noble thing was murdered by a radical Muslim convert outside of a recruiting office in Arkansas. In the days since, Obama released this statement:
(silence)
This should tell you all you need to know about Barack Obama and this White House
UPDATE- Check out MichelleMalkins story on this
Monday, June 1, 2009
White House Wont Say How Much Obama Date Cost Us
Hey, about that whole transparency thing...nevermind
WASHINGTON (AP) - White House spokesman Robert Gibbs is declining to say what it cost for President Barack Obama and his wife, Michelle, to eat dinner and take in a play in New York over the weekend.
The president has been criticized for the trip to New York in the midst of the worst economic downturn since the Great Depression and with thousands of auto workers facing unemployment as General Motors prepared to file for bankruptcy and Chrysler was about to emerge from court-guided restructuring.
The Art of Deflection
Every blogger for the past 18+ hours has been posting about George Tiller. And I'm sure it's only about to get worse...especially from the loons on the left.
I'm not all that inclined to discuss this too much. There are crazies and moonbats regardless of political affiliation. With that said, I think that we should give as much discussion to this story as we did in examining Barack Obama's voting record in the Illinois House on protection for babies born alive after botched abortions.
Starting the clock...right about...now...
So Susan Boyle came in second place and suffered some type of breakdown apparently. Thoughts??
Okay harsh? Probably but we need to change direction and tenor of this discussion. This was a murder and should be investigated and subsequently prosecuted as such. We don't need to go into overtime discussing the fanatics to the right-wing pro-life movement. I don't have the stats on the number of abortion doctors killed by a fringe wingnuts. Why? Because it's not a trend. And to have stats on hand try lend support to some half-baked theory that this is commonplace or a growing trend is absurd. Clearly this suspect, Scott Roeder, has checked out mentally. Let the criminal justice system hold him responsible.
I think it's going to be interesting to see how the left covers this. They certainly didn't want to talk about abortion last year on the campaign trail. And we sure as hell know the media fell deafly silent a few weeks back when it was demonstrated that more people consider themselves to be pro-life and than pro-choice since 1995.
I say today instead of discussing Tiller we declare this Ashley Judd day! After all, she clearly has her pulse on the thoughts and concerns of the nation. She's swell!
I'm not all that inclined to discuss this too much. There are crazies and moonbats regardless of political affiliation. With that said, I think that we should give as much discussion to this story as we did in examining Barack Obama's voting record in the Illinois House on protection for babies born alive after botched abortions.
Starting the clock...right about...now...
So Susan Boyle came in second place and suffered some type of breakdown apparently. Thoughts??
Okay harsh? Probably but we need to change direction and tenor of this discussion. This was a murder and should be investigated and subsequently prosecuted as such. We don't need to go into overtime discussing the fanatics to the right-wing pro-life movement. I don't have the stats on the number of abortion doctors killed by a fringe wingnuts. Why? Because it's not a trend. And to have stats on hand try lend support to some half-baked theory that this is commonplace or a growing trend is absurd. Clearly this suspect, Scott Roeder, has checked out mentally. Let the criminal justice system hold him responsible.
I think it's going to be interesting to see how the left covers this. They certainly didn't want to talk about abortion last year on the campaign trail. And we sure as hell know the media fell deafly silent a few weeks back when it was demonstrated that more people consider themselves to be pro-life and than pro-choice since 1995.
I say today instead of discussing Tiller we declare this Ashley Judd day! After all, she clearly has her pulse on the thoughts and concerns of the nation. She's swell!
Clip Of The Day
This is what happens when you're 36 and show up to the MTV movie awards. Isn't there an age limit at this thing? Hasn't somebody told Eminem that he's old? Well, lets just say Marshall isn't too happy with the joke that "Bruno" ends up playing on him. Kinda weird since he loves mocking people by pretending to have sex with them.
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