If a conservative had said it- they would demand his head

[Nephythys]

Originally Posted by Motorboat Cruiser

Away from peace, away from prosperity, away from surpluses, away from...

away from socialisim, away from abortion on demand, away from higher taxes, away from a weak military, away from the need to kiss Europes ass for approval...heehee


LOL- love you anyway....

[Motorboat Cruiser]

Originally Posted by Nephythys

away from higher taxes,

Interesting that you mention taxes. I just heard an interesting discussion on the radio about that very subject.

In his State of the Union address, Bush assured that he would not raise payroll taxes. Now, a mere few weeks later, he has said that he is open to removing the cap on social security, or in other words, a raise in payroll tax. When asked by a reporter about these two conflicting statements, Bush did what he does best and changed the subject.

But the best part was that it was a conservative talk show host who normally has nothing but praise for King George. Nice to see when Bush pisses off his supporters.

[scaeagles]

Originally Posted by Motorboat Cruiser

Speaking of which, in his State of the Union address, Bush assured that he would not raise payroll taxes. Now, a mere few weeks later, he has said that he is open to removing the cap on social security, or in other words, a raise in payroll tax.

Actually, he said he hadn't ruled it out. All he's doing is leaving options on the table, and I believe politically he is attempting to back dems into a corner by having them suggest it during formal negotiations regarding social security reform. He will not raise the taxes. If he does, feel free to quote me on it.

[Scrooge McSam]

Originally Posted by scaeagles

he is attempting to back dems into a corner by having them suggest it during formal negotiations.

Bingo! Give that man a stuffed elephant!

I doubt very much though it's actually George doing the thinking here.

[Motorboat Cruiser]

Originally Posted by Scrooge McSam

Bingo! Give that man a stuffed elephant!

He prefers appliances.

BTW, concerning the OP (which I didn't address earlier), I think it was a stupid thing to say.

[scaeagles]

Originally Posted by Motorboat Cruiser

He prefers appliances.

BTW, concerning the OP (which I didn't address earlier), I think it was a stupid thing to say.

Most certainly prefer appliances, yes.

Yeah, you liberal derailer - we're talking about the head of the DNC being a racist, not social security.

[Not Afraid]

Originally Posted by scaeagles

Yeah, you liberal derailer - we're talking about the head of the DNC being a racist, not social security.

I just thought he was being wry and funny!

[Scrooge McSam]

Originally Posted by Motorboat Cruiser

I think it was a stupid thing to say.

Totally! In these times, I guess you do have to express EXACTLY how you feel about this kind of stuff, lest you get lumped into some pidgeonhole you don't fit.

Truth is I "could" have said the same thing just based on the few years I spent working hotels, restaurants and a cruise ship. Most of the staff was black or hispanic. That's just the way it was. But that was 20 some years ago and things may have changed. I don't know. But I don't think I WOULD have said it.

And I'm not a politician; someone who has to speak to all peoples' concerns all the time. I'd expect a politician to exhibit a little more polish.

So, yeah, I'm disappointed he said it. I had to stop and shake my head. Do I think it approaches what Lott said a few months back? No, not for me. But, that has more to do with my opinion of Thurmond.

[Not Afraid]

Originally Posted by Nephythys

away from socialisim, away from abortion on demand, away from higher taxes, away from a weak military, away from the need to kiss Europes ass for approval...heehee

Good to know I'm not a lib, I guess.

[Nephythys]

Originally Posted by Not Afraid

Good to know I'm not a lib, I guess.

**Smooch**