masterrig 1 #1 February 25, 2012 I came across this story and well... judge for yourselves. Chuck Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
matthewcline 0 #2 February 26, 2012 It wont open on the mobile device, but the title in the link looks bad for the knuckle head who said it. MattAn Instructors first concern is student safety. So, start being safe, first!!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
masterrig 1 #3 February 26, 2012 QuoteIt wont open on the mobile device, but the title in the link looks bad for the knuckle head who said it. Matt I apologise for the sound portion. I just can't belie what some people will say! It's nuts! Chuck Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gravitymaster 0 #4 February 26, 2012 Actually what's even dumber is the moron who wrote that article. Talk about making a big deal out of nothing and going on a hysterical left wing rant. Seriously, only the most anal retentive jackass would not understand that Sullivan didn't mean it literally. Sheeeesh............. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
masterrig 1 #5 February 26, 2012 QuoteActually what's even dumber is the moron who wrote that article. Talk about making a big deal out of nothing and going on a hysterical left wing rant. Seriously, only the most anal retentive jackass would not understand that Sullivan didn't mean it literally. Sheeeesh............. That's what the press does best. Get's people worked-up. Chuck Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shropshire 0 #6 February 26, 2012 Seems to prove the old adage ..... "Anyone who wants to be a politician, should NEVER be allowed to become one!" (.)Y(.) Chivalry is not dead; it only sleeps for want of work to do. - Jerome K Jerome Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
masterrig 1 #7 February 26, 2012 How true! Their constant smiles lead me to believe they're up to something! Oh yeah! They are. Chuck Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shropshire 0 #8 February 26, 2012 You often know when a politician is lying...... his lips move. (.)Y(.) Chivalry is not dead; it only sleeps for want of work to do. - Jerome K Jerome Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
masterrig 1 #9 February 26, 2012 What little people they are. They think, the rest of the world is stupid and they are the sharpest tack in the box. Chuck Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wmw999 2,449 #10 February 26, 2012 It's stupid, but not unprecedentedly. And stupid has ended political careers in the past. In the 1980's, former mayor Louie Welch (running for mayor) said that one way to stop the spread of HIV was to "shoot the queers." It created a short-term uproar, he didn't win, and it went on to become an easily remembered reference (along with "that'll hold the little bastards") of the perils of an open mike. Wendy P.There is nothing more dangerous than breaking a basic safety rule and getting away with it. It removes fear of the consequences and builds false confidence. (tbrown) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
masterrig 1 #11 February 26, 2012 ...and then, there was Clayton Williams when he was running for Governor here. During an interview, He made a comparison to 'rape'. He said that; "It's inevitible so just lay-back and enjoy it!" That totally ruined his campaign. What an idiot! Chuck Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GeorgiaDon 362 #12 February 26, 2012 QuoteActually what's even dumber is the moron who wrote that article. Talk about making a big deal out of nothing and going on a hysterical left wing rant. Seriously, only the most anal retentive jackass would not understand that Sullivan didn't mean it literally. Sheeeesh.............So death threats,even if made in "jest" (though he didn't sound as if he was particularly joking to me), are a constructive contribution to political discourse? I guess it might, to someone who thinks it would be a good use of the military to take over countries and get rid of regimes we don't like, then "bill" those countries into bankruptcy for our "liberation services". Sullivan is an ass who has, with this one statement, proven himself at best a moron who does not deserve to hold office. The same would be true of anyone who made such a statement, be they a D or an R. He should resign immediately. If he wants to run again, fine; if people decide they wish to be represented by such an imbecile and reelect him, that's their right too. As long as they know they're voting for a bad joke who has ruined any chance to be taken seriously and make any positive steps towards fixing the problems this country faces. In that regard, he has lots of company in Washington. Don_____________________________________ Tolerance is the cost we must pay for our adventure in liberty. (Dworkin, 1996) “Education is not filling a bucket, but lighting a fire.” (Yeats) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gravitymaster 0 #13 February 26, 2012 More left wing hysterical paranoia. Good thing his daughter didnt' draw a picture of a gun. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
popsjumper 2 #14 February 27, 2012 QuoteSeriously, only the most anal retentive jackass would not understand that Sullivan didn't mean it literally. QuoteMore left wing hysterical paranoia. Good thing his daughter didn't' draw a picture of a gun. Right. Where do you think you would be standing right now had it been YOU who made that remark in public...say, at a TSA checkpoint for one. Terroristic Threats only applies to some of us. Not all. He's an idiot. You would be a right-wing criminal.My reality and yours are quite different. I think we're all Bozos on this bus. Falcon5232, SCS8170, SCSA353, POPS9398, DS239 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gravitymaster 0 #15 February 27, 2012 QuoteQuoteSeriously, only the most anal retentive jackass would not understand that Sullivan didn't mean it literally. QuoteMore left wing hysterical paranoia. Good thing his daughter didn't' draw a picture of a gun. Right. Where do you think you would be standing right now had it been YOU who made that remark in public...say, at a TSA checkpoint for one. Terroristic Threats only applies to some of us. Not all. He's an idiot. You would be a right-wing criminal. Context...He didn't say this in a environment that merited the looney remarks the writer made. This is a situation where I would tell the writer and any other boob who tries to make some type of political hay out of a joke, to get a life. I mean really, how much longer are we going to tolerate this degree of political correctness and quit flipping out at everything someone says. Frankly, I found his remarks pretty funny. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GeorgiaDon 362 #16 February 27, 2012 First, for the benefit of those who can't open the link, here's what Sullivan had to say: "I supported the Paul Ryan budget and sent it over to the Senate. Now I live with some Senators, I yell at them all the time, I grabbed one of them the other day and shook him and I’d love to get them to vote for it — boy I’d love that. You know but other than me going over there with a gun and holding it to their head and maybe killing a couple of them, I don’t think they’re going to listen unless they get beat.” Now to your response: QuoteContext...He didn't say this in a environment that merited the looney remarks the writer made.The comments were made at a town hall meeting. A public meeting with his constituents: republican, democrat, libertarian, independent, whatever. They were made in a context where he knew (or anyone other than a complete idiot would know) his remarks would be recorded and reported on by the local media. Andy's TSA analogy is not too far off. QuoteI mean really, how much longer are we going to tolerate this degree of political correctness and quit flipping out at everything someone says. Frankly, I found his remarks pretty funny. Would you have the same attitude if Nancy Pelosi had said this about Republicans? Inquiring irony meters want to know! The guy admits he assaults his fellow senators, then "jokes" about killing a few of them. He is a thug and a bully. He admits by implication that he is incapable of a cogent defense of his political positions, and must resort to actual and threatened (oops sorry "joking threats") violence to get his way. You think he's funny. Birds of a feather? Don_____________________________________ Tolerance is the cost we must pay for our adventure in liberty. (Dworkin, 1996) “Education is not filling a bucket, but lighting a fire.” (Yeats) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gravitymaster 0 #17 February 27, 2012 Dude, read that idiotic website. The writer is an idiot full of self-flagulating indignation about anything that doesn't comport with his nutty left-wing view of the world. I laugh at the left-wing idiots like Maxine Waters, Barney Frank, Shelia Jackson Lee etc. when they get up on their soapbaxes and call Republicans Satan and evil etc. They guy was joking. Some people definitely need to remove the butt-plug. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dannydan 5 #18 February 27, 2012 one of my BIGGEST blessings in my life was NOT having Sheila Jackson as my birth mother, babysitter, maid, coffee server and or elected servant... I'm not to question my creator about things, but i AM forever grateful for the common sense bestowed uPon me when first listening of this human female! OH MY GAWD! and btw, do i remember hearing that former Mayor RMDaily said he wanted to shove a loaded rifle uP the ass of some reporter for asking the wrong question about chicago politics and the office of mayor? anyone? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lawrocket 3 #19 February 27, 2012 Hey! Our present Secretary of State made comments that were interpreted by many to be advocating for the assassination of then Sen. Obama. My wife is hotter than your wife. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gravitymaster 0 #20 February 27, 2012 They only get bent out of shape and indignant when it's a Republican. That's not to say that they need to get bent when it's a Democrat. People need to chill out. This self-righteousness and political correctness is contributing to an advancing Police State. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
masterrig 1 #21 February 27, 2012 It's amazing that these guys run this country. What would happen if you or I said something like that? Chuck Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gravitymaster 0 #22 February 27, 2012 QuoteIt's amazing that these guys run this country. What would happen if you or I said something like that? Chuck We'd have to shoot you. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
masterrig 1 #23 February 27, 2012 Yeah! They just keep going... and going... and going... Chuck Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dannydan 5 #24 February 28, 2012 QuoteThey only get bent out of shape and indignant when it's a Republican. That's not to say that they need to get bent when it's a Democrat. People need to chill out. This self-righteousness and political correctness is contributing to an advancing Police State. did not this one femAHnazi named janet Naplatanio tell Americans to snitch on each other a few years ago...? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
matthewcline 0 #25 February 28, 2012 She said it last week too.An Instructors first concern is student safety. So, start being safe, first!!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
