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burnedoutdem Commented on SC Candidate Holds 'Machine Gun Social' Fundraiser by Rachel Slajda

2009-09-29T13:41:09Z

SERIOUSLY? Is he not concerned about a constituent getting shot at his event?

http://www.wfsb.com/news/17825523/detail.html

burnedoutdem Commented on Recommend please if SMIRKING CHRIS WALLACE deserves a PUNCH IN THE MOUTH. by Overreach THIS!

2009-09-22T03:46:25Z

For you, Bulldog:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hphLyz4kx_k

burnedoutdem Commented on MY GRANDMOTHER'S CORSET and ALL THOSE EMPTY LIBRARIES by Deanie Mills

2009-09-22T03:03:05Z

Much of what you said here has been sitting in my heart unarticulated - I just didn't know the right words!

Thanks so much, Deanie. I've missed your writing. You always find a way to say just the right thing in a way that makes me think on it hours later.

Your grandmother sounds like a wonderful lady. I wish I could have known her, but I'm so lucky to have a firecracker of grandma, too (Cheesehead, though, not Texan. Think firecracker with a Fargo accent).

burnedoutdem Commented on REAPING WHAT YOU SOW by dickday

2009-09-20T16:33:00Z

"Fox news" is an oxymoron.

burnedoutdem Commented on REAPING WHAT YOU SOW by dickday

2009-09-20T16:29:09Z

I so like the notion that Rush's show is simply an outlet for venting about why he can't get laid.

Here's a suggestion: go for a run, lay off the narcotics and don't say mean things. Instantly his appeal will increase (definitely helped by the fact that he's rich).

I am still in shock that Daryn Kagan (former-CNN anchor) ever dated him. eeew.

burnedoutdem Commented on Wooden Cities by Doctor Cleveland

2009-09-20T16:18:08Z

Aargh, it says you need a subscription. Good headline, tho.

burnedoutdem Commented on Wooden Cities by Doctor Cleveland

2009-09-20T05:41:55Z

Hey DD - didn't realize you were out on the blogs this late.

I agree, violence prompts violence and everyone suffers when it erupts.

Two months before he was shot, Robert Kennedy gave this speech in Indiana, announcing the murder of Dr. King:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I9yX0Zv1tZU

Plus ca change, plus c'est la meme chose.

To the good people of our country who want to "tame the savageness of man and make gentle the life of this world," we must give our thanks and our help.

burnedoutdem Commented on Friendship and Harboring by amike

2009-09-20T05:12:48Z

Thanks amike - you gave me lots to think about.

I'd harbor you. No sweat :)

burnedoutdem Commented on The Entitlement of Children (or grown-ups who never grew up) by burnedoutdem

2009-09-20T05:07:15Z

That cheeses me out. These people have such an overinflated sense of self-worth, it's insane. If only they HAD been locked out of the subway altogether. That would have been not awesome (in an aw, grandma came all the way from Texas only to drop of heat exhaustion sort of way), but also very awesome (in a see how the other half is treated sort of way).

burnedoutdem Commented on MSNBC Reporter Heckled At Values Voter Summit by Rachel Slajda

2009-09-20T05:03:30Z

It's a temper tantrum! http://tpmcafe.talkingpointsmemo.com/talk/blogs/burnedoutdem/2009/09/the-entitlement-of-children-or.php

burnedoutdem Commented on The Entitlement of Children (or grown-ups who never grew up) by burnedoutdem

2009-09-19T02:50:58Z

Thanks Auntie - you know I'm just waiting for the "takes one to know one" comment...lol

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burnedoutdem Commented on Did Bill O'Reilly REALLY say this??? by Elizabeth2

2009-09-19T00:25:11Z

Oh, good grief!

burnedoutdem recommended Did Bill O'Reilly REALLY say this??? by Elizabeth2

2009-09-18T01:13:45Z

burnedoutdem Commented on Did Bill O'Reilly REALLY say this??? by Elizabeth2

2009-09-19T00:24:02Z

I think you ARE Bill O'Reilly!

lol

burnedoutdem recommended The Entitlement of Children (or grown-ups who never grew up) by burnedoutdem

2009-09-18T13:19:34Z

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burnedoutdem Commented on Is Boehner a Coward? by david46

2009-09-18T19:46:59Z

heh heh. Boner.

burnedoutdem Commented on Is Boehner a Coward? by david46

2009-09-18T19:45:27Z

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2009-09-17T22:42:28Z

burnedoutdem Commented on The Truth Shall Set you FREE!!! ( can I get an amen?) by Norseman86

2009-09-18T19:32:00Z

Thanks for the optimism!!!

burnedoutdem Commented on The Entitlement of Children (or grown-ups who never grew up) by burnedoutdem

2009-09-17T18:28:20Z

heh heh. exactly :)

burnedoutdem Commented on The Entitlement of Children (or grown-ups who never grew up) by burnedoutdem

2009-09-17T14:14:56Z

Okay, so I've tried several different ways, and for some reason the paragraphing won't work. AARGH. Sorry for your eyes!

burnedoutdem Commented on I am Changing the Subject by Norseman86

2009-09-16T14:15:52Z

Lalo, I live in Central IL, so more often than not the lesser of the two evils is a Republican (especially in state and local elections). I've voted for a dozen Republicans who are smart, capable, and don't always vote the party line.

Then we have yahoo Rep. Tim Johnson and Shimkus to the south who have GOT to go...

burnedoutdem Commented on I am Changing the Subject by Norseman86

2009-09-16T14:13:35Z

I look for officials who are intelligent, demonstrate critical thought, and can discuss complicated issues in a meaningful way (they don't oversimplify or result to slogans, but at the same time explain things clearly). THEN I look to see that they're capable of voting with their heads, not just with the party.

Since we can't be guaranteed that both names on the ballot fulfill the earlier qualities, if it's looking like the options are douche bag and turd sandwich, then I look to see who is supporting them and if their stances on issues I really care about line up with mine.

So, Norse - I'd prefer someone who is smarter than me and can give me a logical explanation if they didn't vote the way I wanted them to. If I'm smarter than they are, then I just want them to vote my views.

burnedoutdem Commented on Sanction "Shoutin' Joe"! by Deep Brain Diarist

2009-09-15T14:01:20Z

...You can NOT truthfully claim you won a fight by bragging about how you got your blood all over the other fella's fist.

HA! Words to live by, indeed.

burnedoutdem Commented on The Fall by LisB

2009-09-15T13:57:49Z

I also send big hugs, and I second Ramona. This was written beautifully :)