"He (Reid) was wowed by Obama's oratorical gifts and believed that the country was ready to embrace a black presidential candidate, especially one such as Obama — a light-skinned' African American with no Negro dialect, unless he wanted to have one,' as he later put it privately," according to the book.
Now its come out and Reid is in damage control mode...
Obama issued a statement saying he had spoken with Reid, who faces a difficult re-election amid frustration from both liberals and conservatives with his leadership in the Senate and his agenda. For Reid, not faring well in polls, the comments can't help, even as Obama relies heavily on him to try to pass a health care overhaul.
Reid's office said he had also phoned to apologize to civil rights leaders, including the Rev. Al Sharpton; NAACP Chairman Julian Bond and Leadership Conference on Civil Rights president and chief executive officer Wade Henderson, as well as veteran political operative Donna Brazile. Reid also spoke with Reps. Barbara Lee, D-Calif., and Rep. James Clyburn, D-S.C., both African-Americans.
The leaders quickly fell in line supporting Reid.
Honestly....EVERY American ought to be embarrassed by this guy.
"Ah fuck. You are right." KYJelly, 11/6/12
"The future must not belong to those who slander the prophet of Islam." Barack Obama, 9/25/12
dback: The problem is that it's a "Tumbleweeds" version of Joe Biden's description of Obama as "a black man who's bright and clean and articulate..." Patronizing and wrong.
Ivytalk wrote:dback: The problem is that it's a "Tumbleweeds" version of Joe Biden's description of Obama as "a black man who's bright and clean and articulate..." Patronizing and wrong.
Chizzang wrote:AZ
Please explain to me - like I was a child - exactly what the problem is with what Reid said...
and then explain the problems you have with it
I'm curious
Ivytalk wrote:dback: The problem is that it's a "Tumbleweeds" version of Joe Biden's description of Obama as "a black man who's bright and clean and articulate..." Patronizing and wrong.
wrong liberal. Have some more
You've lost me. It's the exact same message, albeit phrased more clumsily.
Chizzang wrote:AZ
Please explain to me - like I was a child - exactly what the problem is with what Reid said...
and then explain the problems you have with it
I'm curious
My "problem" isn't so much a problem as it is astonishment that these supposed geniuses are stupid enough to make comments like that and think they're NOT going to get out.....and then watching the lib establishment explain it away and quickly fall in line behind the douchebag because he's one of THEM.
Yet another example of the shallowness and doublestandard that is American politics.
Maybe you could explain to me why you DON'T have a problem with it?
"Ah fuck. You are right." KYJelly, 11/6/12
"The future must not belong to those who slander the prophet of Islam." Barack Obama, 9/25/12
Chizzang wrote:AZ
Please explain to me - like I was a child - exactly what the problem is with what Reid said...
and then explain the problems you have with it
I'm curious
My "problem" isn't so much a problem as it is astonishment that these supposed geniuses are stupid enough to make comments like that and think they're NOT going to get out.....and then watching the lib establishment explain it away and quickly fall in line behind the douchebag because he's one of THEM.
Yet another example of the shallowness and doublestandard that is American politics.
Maybe you could explain to me why you DON'T have a problem with it?
I do have a problem with it... It's disingenuous - it's sloppy human categorization - it's the worst kind of condescension
I enjoy honest simple frankness about "the way things are" as much as anybody... and there's a way to "stage" a conversation about simple frankness and NON-PC discussions... but this was sloppy
The Conservative press should grill him for it
The Liberal Press will ignore it
I was just curious why you were so worked up about it... as you seem to enjoy "Simple Frankness" and NON-PC dialogue
Q: Name something that offends Republicans?
A: The actual teachings of Jesus
AZGrizFan wrote:
My "problem" isn't so much a problem as it is astonishment that these supposed geniuses are stupid enough to make comments like that and think they're NOT going to get out.....and then watching the lib establishment explain it away and quickly fall in line behind the douchebag because he's one of THEM.
Yet another example of the shallowness and doublestandard that is American politics.
Maybe you could explain to me why you DON'T have a problem with it?
I do have a problem with it... It's disingenuous - it's sloppy human categorization - it's the worst kind of condescension
I enjoy honest simple frankness about "the way things are" as much as anybody... and there's a way to "stage" a conversation about simple frankness and NON-PC discussions... but this was sloppy
The Conservative press should grill him for it
The Liberal Press will ignore it
I was just curious why you were so worked up about it... as you seem to enjoy "Simple Frankness" and NON-PC dialogue
"Ah fuck. You are right." KYJelly, 11/6/12
"The future must not belong to those who slander the prophet of Islam." Barack Obama, 9/25/12
kalm wrote:
Patronizing, politically incorrect, unneccessary. But unless you think someone who looks and speaks like this has an equal chance...
It's also true.
It depends on what "cards" the individual is playing
The gentlemen pictured above has made a great living being and acting just like he does... I assure you it's mostly and "act" but it's an act that pays well in certain venues - politics is not one of them
Each corner of society every nook and cranny has a different set of rules by which people have to perform or play out a particular character in order to be successful
One of the great frustrations among black Americans "was" limited access to the established American power structure - Malcolm X discusses this topic at great length
I suggest every American listen to "The ballot or the bullet"
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Q: Name something that offends Republicans?
A: The actual teachings of Jesus
My interpretation of this: "those stupid white small-town $%^*s that are clinging to guns and religion will be more likely to vote for a black president if he talks like them and looks more like them than most blacks do"
TwinTownBisonFan wrote:was it stupid? you bet - the only thing dumber is conks trying to be "offended" after spending 20 years bemoaning "political correctness run amok"
Don't be a knucklehead. OF COURSE the right is going to harp in it. It's just like catching Billy Graham in bed with his secretary. It is the pinnacle of hypocrisy. Second place goes to the Democrats who crucified Trent Lott (including Kerry and The One himself) and are now trying to close the book on it.
"You however, are an insufferable ankle biting mental chihuahua..." - Clizzoris
TwinTownBisonFan wrote:was it stupid? you bet - the only thing dumber is conks trying to be "offended" after spending 20 years bemoaning "political correctness run amok"
We all know this is payback for Trent Lott and the way politics are played in America. The Dems need to show some spine and give Reid the boot from his position. If not, then it will just be one more example of the Dems do as I say, not as I do efforts.
TwinTownBisonFan wrote:was it stupid? you bet - the only thing dumber is conks trying to be "offended" after spending 20 years bemoaning "political correctness run amok"
We all know this is payback for Trent Lott and the way politics are played in America. The Dems need to show some spine and give Reid the boot from his position. If not, then it will just be one more example of the Dems do as I say, not as I do efforts.
That would be refreshing, but I'm not holding my breath.
SeattleGriz wrote:
We all know this is payback for Trent Lott and the way politics are played in America. The Dems need to show some spine and give Reid the boot from his position. If not, then it will just be one more example of the Dems do as I say, not as I do efforts.
That would be refreshing, but I'm not holding my breath.
Political Correctness is only a bad thing when it's your guy making an ass of himself...
Bottom line is: It's a game played by both parties - and mostly - FAKE OUTRAGE is the choreographed response designed to show Americans what they are supposed to be horribly offended by
Q: Name something that offends Republicans?
A: The actual teachings of Jesus
TwinTownBisonFan wrote:was it stupid? you bet - the only thing dumber is conks trying to be "offended" after spending 20 years bemoaning "political correctness run amok"
Ah, took you long enough to respond. You on the clock or doing this one pro bono.
I don't have a dog in the fight btw. the two parties, and wouldn't comment, because we all know Reid is right. However, I am amused by the response of the dems to this whole thing. I did not say suprised, merely amused. And a little saddened. Personally? I think they could make a lot of hay by throwing Reid under the bus on this one, and taking a "no double standards around here" approach to the situation. I think his replacement would win in a landslide. But it's been a long time since I got that Poli Sci degree, so I'm a little rusty.
Dear lord... please allow this dangerous combination of hair spary, bat slobber, and D.O.T. four automatic transmission fluid to excite my mind, occupy my spirits, and enrage my body, provoking me to kick any man or woman in the back of the head regardless of what he or she has or has not done unto me. All my Best, Earlie Cuyler.
kalm wrote:
That would be refreshing, but I'm not holding my breath.
Political Correctness is only a bad thing when it's your guy making an ass of himself...
Bottom line is: It's a game played by both parties - and mostly - FAKE OUTRAGE is the choreographed response designed to show Americans what they are supposed to be horribly offended by
Bill Maher blamed it on the feminization of America.
Chizzang wrote:
Political Correctness is only a bad thing when it's your guy making an ass of himself...
Bottom line is: It's a game played by both parties - and mostly - FAKE OUTRAGE is the choreographed response designed to show Americans what they are supposed to be horribly offended by
Bill Maher blamed it on the feminization of America.
Maher is a douche. Orthodox liberal who only laughs at his own jokes. I prefer the Capitol Steps. They laugh at everyone.
kalm wrote:
Bill Maher blamed it on the feminization of America.
Maher is a douche. Orthodox liberal who only laughs at his own jokes. I prefer the Capitol Steps. They laugh at everyone.
You don't like bill maher? Get out of town.
Spoken like someone who's never got past his monologue (which I admit is full of mostly lame jokes and too much of bill laughing at himself. But for the most part bill is an equal opportunity offender and he has some really great guests.
Are you denying the feminization of America? Or do you welcome "but what about the children"?
