Post by: gunsmith on June 13, 2008, 10:04:06 AM
can not support Bloomberg being anywhere near the White House!
Bloomberg is fanatically anti gun, he makes Obama look like a dang NRA life member, If JM picks Bloomberg Then I will be voting Constitution Party or Libertarian
and never voting R in presidential races again. If
Obama picks Richardson or Webb as VP it would be a better ticket than
a Bloomberg VP.
If I had hair I would be pulling it out!
http://www.nypost.com/seven/06112008/news/nationalnews/mac__mike_still_in_veepstakes_114982.htm
MAC: MIKE STILL IN VEEPSTAKES
ALSO BOOSTING BLOOMY FOR GOV
June 11, 2008 --
Sen. John McCain praised Mayor Bloomberg yesterday - talking up Hizzoner as a strong candidate for governor and refusing to rule him out as a vice presidential candidate.
Asked during an interview with The Post whether the term-limited billionaire mayor should be able to seek re-election to a third term, he said there's been "some speculation" about Bloomberg trying to move to Albany.
"Do I think he could serve the state of New York and the country well? Of course," McCain said, during a sitdown at the New York Hilton.
He was also asked about having the mayor as his running mate.
"We don't talk about our vice-presidential possibilities," he said, but pointedly added, "I appreciate Mayor Bloomberg enormously and the great job he's done as mayor."
McCain said he didn't know "what it takes" to change term limits, but suggested that Bloomberg remaining at City Hall would also suit him fine - even though Hizzoner quit the Republican Party in 2007 to register as an independent.
"I just think he's done a great job," McCain said. "From all the polls I've seen, New Yorkers feel the same way."
The Arizona senator also the spread the love to former GOP rival Rudy Giuliani, Police Commissioner Ray Kelly, and even Democrat Hillary Rodham Clinton. Asked if he had a role for Giuliani down the road, McCain said, "Oh yeah. He's a great American. He united America," referring to his leadership in the aftermath of 9/11.
"I've been with him a lot. I appreciate more than I could tell you his friendship and support. And that was steadfast throughout the primary."
Giuliani endorsed McCain after dropping out as a presidential candidate, and his top fund-raisers are now raising cash for McCain.
It's likely that the ex-mayor will get a featured speaking role at the GOP convention in St. Paul, Minn.
McCain lauded Kelly's crime-fighting abilities and did not rule out tapping him to serve in his White House, perhaps as secretary of homeland security or head of the FBI.
"I'm a great admirer. He's a very, very good leader," McCain said.
Post by: Manedwolf on June 13, 2008, 10:17:15 AM
Kelley on Virginia: "It is, quite frankly, an easy state in which to buy a weapon. The philosophy is that it appears to be an entitlement to own a handgun."
Yeah, Kelley. That's how it is here in New Hampshire, too. That "entitlement" is called the "second amendment".
Post by: gunsmith on June 13, 2008, 10:28:22 AM
I cant imagine primary R voters, reputed to be the most conservative,
voted for him.
What the heck is going on here? JM is conservative? Up must be down, war must be peace.
Post by: The Annoyed Man on June 13, 2008, 10:58:06 AM
Post by: Manedwolf on June 13, 2008, 11:59:10 AM
I'm gonna laugh my ass off if Republicans get a McCain/Bloomberg ticket. OTOH, they deserve it.
It would be more helpful if you would pick up a bucket of water, rather than a fiddle.
Post by: The Annoyed Man on June 13, 2008, 12:58:28 PM
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t would be more helpful if you would pick up a bucket of water, rather than a fiddle.
Yeah, well I've been carrying water for the GOP since 1968, and all it got me was bigger government, record debt and fewer liberties.
I know. Obama is soooooooooo much worse. They're both bad. Do you want to be deep fried or boiled?
Post by: Tallpine on June 13, 2008, 01:01:18 PM
Honestly, I feel like I'm watching a horror movie that I can't turn off
Post by: MicroBalrog on June 13, 2008, 01:06:51 PM
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t would be more helpful if you would pick up a bucket of water, rather than a fiddle.
Yeah, well I've been carrying water for the GOP since 1968, and all it got me was bigger government, record debt and fewer liberties.
I know. Obama is soooooooooo much worse. They're both bad. Do you want to be deep fried or boiled?
I thought Paddy LIKED bigger government?
Post by: The Annoyed Man on June 13, 2008, 01:18:39 PM
Post by: MicroBalrog on June 13, 2008, 01:25:46 PM
And then I see you supporting regulations on this, that, and the other. So what I want to know, is where would you see the size of government reduced. What do you want to cut. What agencies would you abolish.
How, in particular, do you differ from a leftist that says "I support the free market, but..." and gives me a list of buts so long he buries me under it whole?
Post by: lupinus on June 15, 2008, 08:05:13 AM
He's fine with big government in areas that suits him. Kind of like elitist duck hunters that don't care about my handguns being regulated so long as no one mentioned their multi thousand dollar shotgun.
Post by: BridgeRunner on June 15, 2008, 08:43:27 AM
You guys don't even read what I write because you're prisoners of your own kneejerk ideology.
No, we don't read what you write because you are arrogant, self-serving and annoying.
/feeding the troll
Post by: stevelyn on June 15, 2008, 06:25:46 PM
Is McCain trying to throw the election? Or is he really that stupid an out of touch?
Post by: HankB on June 16, 2008, 04:14:33 AM
Is McCain trying to throw the election?
Perhaps this was meant in jest, but it may actually be a valid question, considering some of what McCain has been saying lately . . .
Post by: Sergeant Bob on June 16, 2008, 05:11:23 AM
Post by: Oldskoolfan on June 16, 2008, 10:51:46 AM
Post by: Manedwolf on June 16, 2008, 10:54:19 AM
I hope that Bloomberg is the vice presidential candidate. Those who still support the kneejerk ideology of the GOP will get what they deserve.
DU / Daily Kos too crowded today?
That wasn't even done with finesse. 1.5/10.
Post by: Oldskoolfan on June 16, 2008, 11:48:37 AM
Post by: The Annoyed Man on June 16, 2008, 12:03:00 PM
You guys don't even read what I write because you're prisoners of your own kneejerk ideology.
No, we don't read what you write because you are arrogant, self-serving and annoying.
/feeding the troll
That really was an unnecessary, worthless and empty post, [removed by mod]. How old are you, about 15?
Post by: cosine on June 16, 2008, 02:04:23 PM
Post by: Bigjake on June 16, 2008, 03:27:44 PM
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Bloomberg is fanatically anti gun, he makes Obama look like a dang NRA life member, If JM picks Bloomberg Then I will be voting Constitution Party or Libertarian
and never voting R in presidential races again. If
Obama picks Richardson or Webb as VP it would be a better ticket than
a Bloomberg VP.
If I had hair I would be pulling it out!
Couldn't have said it better. I'm bald too!
Post by: Tallpine on June 20, 2008, 06:44:51 AM
Considering how they have been lamblasting Bloomberg (for good reason!) for several years now ...
Post by: MicroBalrog on June 20, 2008, 06:46:09 AM
I'm wondering what the NRA will be saying if McCain does pick Bloomberg as his running mate
Considering how they have been lamblasting Bloomberg (for good reason!) for several years now ...
Considering how they have been lamblasting Bloomberg (for good reason!) for several years now ...
They've been lambasting McCain, too, for ages. They'll just hope nobody keeps track.
Post by: Bigjake on June 20, 2008, 08:09:43 AM
Post by: Antibubba on June 21, 2008, 04:17:42 PM
But if he picks Bloomberg they'd better kick his ass to the curb, or I'll burn my membership card! It is time for so-called Republicans to start looking for that line in the sand they made, about 2 miles back.
Post by: old school on June 21, 2008, 04:27:30 PM
Post by: Manedwolf on June 21, 2008, 06:15:17 PM
I can't imagine Bloomberg as a reasonable choice. Unless he has some experience that I don't know about. You better believed that Mc Cain will be kissing Bloomies butt though. He has money bag connections that just won't quit and Mc Cain needs cash.
That's better than Obama being actually on the leash of Emperor Daley, which he is.
Post by: stevelyn on June 23, 2008, 12:43:48 PM
Is McCain trying to throw the election?
Perhaps this was meant in jest, but it may actually be a valid question, considering some of what McCain has been saying lately . . . I wish it were in jest........
Post by: Manedwolf on June 24, 2008, 04:00:59 AM
Tin ear.
Post by: MicroBalrog on June 24, 2008, 04:03:30 AM
Is McCain trying to throw the election?
Perhaps this was meant in jest, but it may actually be a valid question, considering some of what McCain has been saying lately . . . I wish it were in jest........
I believe I explained this before on these forums:
Obama is a puppet of the Republicans, who have bribed him in order to throw the election.
Little did they know that the Democrats have similarly bought John McCain.
Post by: Tallpine on June 24, 2008, 06:15:10 PM
...
Obama is a puppet of the Republicans, who have bribed him in order to throw the election.
Little did they know that the Democrats have similarly bought John McCain.
Obama is a puppet of the Republicans, who have bribed him in order to throw the election.
Little did they know that the Democrats have similarly bought John McCain.
You know - that almost makes sense
Post by: RocketMan on June 24, 2008, 07:59:26 PM
...
Obama is a puppet of the Republicans, who have bribed him in order to throw the election.
Little did they know that the Democrats have similarly bought John McCain.
Obama is a puppet of the Republicans, who have bribed him in order to throw the election.
Little did they know that the Democrats have similarly bought John McCain.
You know - that almost makes sense
It does explain a few things...
Post by: MicroBalrog on June 25, 2008, 01:29:17 AM
Post by: crossfire on June 25, 2008, 05:07:20 PM