Wednesday, May 8, 2002 [Archive] - The Forum at GOPUSA

Terri

05-08-2002, 01:14 AM

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What a day for news yesterday was! There is so much to talk about.

Hamas has killed 16 more Israeli civilians and wounded at least 60 in a pool hall. It was predicted that they would try to derail the peace talks and they succeeded. It was no accident that this was timed while Sharon was actually meeting with Bush. You cannot negotiate with terrorists. It is useless to try! Sharon has gone home to lay plans to defend his country and we would do the same.

The suspected mail bomber was caught in Nevada. Hopefully he was the only one. :o

The UN has voted 74 to 4 with 54 abstentions to condemn Israel's actions in the West Bank. The vote came AFTER the latest homicide bombing in Tel Aviv. What a farce! http://gopusa.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/mr_yuk.gif

This whole post should have been in Rants but I hope you will just put up with me today. In spite of it all, we must still count blessings and remember to hug someone close to us. It's such a pleasure to come here and have all of you to talk to about the state of the world. :1luvu:

Posted in the Forums:<ul> Sharon says battle against "terror" continues (http://gopusa.com/cgi-bin/ikonboard/topic.cgi?forum=8&topic=41)

Cynthia McKinney: Crazy; Like a Fox? (http://gopusa.com/cgi-bin/ikonboard/topic.cgi?forum=17&topic=25)

Who Controls the States? (http://gopusa.com/cgi-bin/ikonboard/topic.cgi?forum=20&topic=9)

Daschle: TPA Dead on Arrival (http://gopusa.com/cgi-bin/ikonboard/topic.cgi?forum=17&topic=26)[/list]Words of Wisdom: "I depart now to Israel with a heavy heart, heavy with grief and heavy with rage. The rage of every man and woman in Israel. The rage of each and every Jew in the world. The rage of all those who share our values: freedom, liberty and democracy. Israel will fight for these values. Israel will fight anyone who tries to threaten these values. Israel will fight anyone who tries, through suicide terrorism, to sow fear. Israel will fight, Israel will triumph and when victory prevails, Israel will make peace." *~~ Ariel Sharon ~~ *

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pRIMrose

05-08-2002, 05:36 AM

Good Morning http://gopusa.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/sun1.gif Terri and GOPUSA!

My, my, wasn't yesterday eventful. *Some good and some very bad. *My heart goes out to the families of those who were murdered in Israel. *Once again the Muslims have proven that they have no intention of co-existing peacefully. http://gopusa.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/teeth2.gif*

Just saw on TV where they have arrested the "pipe bomber". *This kid looks "squeaky clean". *Who would have ever suspected ~ go figure. *Just proves, looks mean nothing. *It's what's in the head that counts. *I hope they make a good example of him so others won't try for their 15 minutes of fame and put innocent people at rist. http://gopusa.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/angry.gif

Then, on the other side of the coin, there is 17 year old Andrew Smith. *You can read his story HERE. (http://www.townhall.com/columnists/michellemalkin/printmm20020508.shtm l) *I don't have time this morning to post it, but it is a great read. *We need more young people like Andrew. *He was on Hannity & (Idiot)Thanks Saber!http://gopusa.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/mdr11.gif last night.

Have a great day all!
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Saber

05-08-2002, 07:48 AM

HEY HEY HEY as Yogi Bear would say! HI ALL!

"This kid looks "squeaky clean"."

RIM, did you see pictures of him as lead guitarist and singer in his band? Well, let's just say he wasn't "squeaky clean". Me thinks he was trying to go "incognito" after setting all the pipe bombs. I think if he continued to wear his hair all long and scraggly, he might have been caught alot sooner wandering around rural areas!

This latest homicide bombing has me in a real snit. IMO, anyone who thinks this wasn't precisely timed to hit during the Sharon/Bush meeting is naive. I certainly hope our President took sufficient notice of this timing and realizes that it's a definite warning signal to both of our countries. I also strongly hope that PM Sharon doesn't listen to any of the nonsense he's likely to get from here and/or abroad about being "patient". IMO, until he lets slips the hounds from hell, there will be many more Israeli civilian deaths. These people need a good taste of power and alot of fear of their own. War is hell. Terri, the UN really needs a good slap back to reality. How did the US vote in this latest nonsense?

I'm going to check out the latest threads this morning and get up to speed on the news.

MAKE IT A GREAT DAY!

Terri

05-08-2002, 08:31 AM

http://gopusa.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/sunflower.gif Good Morning RIM, Saber and all who come to GOPUSA today!

Henry Kissinger is on Fox this morning. He certainly raises the IQ level on that morning show. :o

RIM, I missed most of that young man on the Hannity show because they cut away to the Sharon news conference. Thanks for giving us a link. At age 18 he sees clearly. Too bad those around him and those in charge of immigration policy don't have the same unclouded vision.

Saber, here's how the UN vote went. "The resolution passed 74 to 4 with 54 abstentions. The United States, Israel, the Marshall Islands and Micronesia voted "no," while almost every European nation was among the abstentions." I've posted the article in War on Terror. I would suggest to them that there is more to come from Israel that may make Jenin look like child's play.

Off to check on the news.

Saber

05-08-2002, 09:19 AM

OK. Something's bugging me.

Seems we look like idiots again as we are trying to broker this settlement in the Church. Seems we (?) kinda forgot to ask Italy if they were willing to take these 13 murderers into their country. Seems they don't want to play. So the "deal" falls apart. My question is this... Italy doesn't want them, so how 'bout another European country...you know...the ones that run their mouths about the US should do this and Israel should do that! Seems none of them want any part of actually doing something THEMSELVES! AND I hear this morning that JORDAN doesn't want them either! Well, how 'bout some other peaceful muslim nation? Huh? How about Pakistan or those peaceful Saudi's? What? No you say? What a joke.

Saber

05-08-2002, 10:20 AM

The President in on TV now giving an education speech at a school. Let's see if he says anything about yesterday's murders. If he doesn't feel this is the "place" to do this, I could certainly understand that, but IMO, he should have been out early this AM and made a separate speech.

lpara

05-08-2002, 10:48 AM

GOOD MORNING TO YOU, GOOD MORNING TO YOU . . . (well, maybe not the bright shiney faces yet)--still on my first cup of coffee.
Happy National Teacher Day to SueElise!!!(yesterda y) and Happy Nurse's Day to DonnaLee on Monday!!!
Yesterday my husband said several people called Rush and said they weren't going to vote for GW if he doesn't start going back to his "old days" principles and FIGHT for what is right. *If this is Art with a capital A, he better hurry and expedite "it." *
I'm glad they caught the bomber--didn't they say he was at University of Wisconsin--Donna Shalala's (sp?) hangout. *I'm from Wisconsin and you can't find a conservative at that school (or most universities for that matter). *He probably learned to make bombs there and for sure he learned how to hate the government there.
I am very thankful that I live in America and not in Ramallah or Israel. *I heard Shawn Hannity say yesterday that the Saudi's (or somebody) paid all the families of the murdering bombers &#3633,000. *If the Saudis (I can't remember who he said did that and that's the most important part!--Halfheimers is kicking in) did pay these monsterous families--they are cooperating with and harboring terrorists and we need to BOMB THEM TOO!
On that note--I'll say HAVE A BLESSED DAY!

(Edited by lpara at 9:53 am on May 8, 2002)

Terri

05-08-2002, 10:59 AM

Saber, I hear you. It's all so very frustrating. I just now ran across an article and posted it in War on Terror. It sounds as though Bush will not attempt to restrain Sharon this time. It seems responsible to me for him to stay low key right now and not inflame the situation. He could speak more freely if we were not in the position of peacemaker. At least this is what I am telling myself.

lpara! Thanks for remembering those special days. I missed them! Both teachers and nurses work very hard to provide such needed services. :thumbsup: *Yes, a lot of conservatives are very upset about some things that are happening with the administration. I am too but I know I will definitely vote for Bush. There is no doubt of that for me. I'll also keep writing those e-mails to the White House that nobody reads. http://gopusa.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/tearhair.gif

I've been looking for good news. I won't quit looking but so far............ http://gopusa.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/ne_nau.gif
It's a good thing that we can spread our own sunshine in here. http://gopusa.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/sun1.gif *It would really be frustrating if I didn't have all of you to share with.

RIM, I've sent Bobby some of those smilies and he'll upload them when he gets a minute. http://gopusa.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/smile.gif There was one I haven't found.

lpara

05-08-2002, 12:39 PM

Saber--About the "nobody wants the refugees"--We just heard Rush say "Everyone is DEMANDING the Israeli's live next to the Palestinians but NOBODY wants them to come to their country and LIVE NEXT TO THEM! *How True, How True. *I hope Sharon listens to no one and does what he wants!

angelus

05-08-2002, 01:06 PM

Good afternoon everyone! Just thought I would drop in and say hello. I am having a good day so far, despite the scattered storms. AS some of you may know, I have up until now not been a member of the Republican party. I did deem myself conservative, and I have visited both party web-sites. After my experiences, I now announce that I am a genuine, card-carrying member of the Republican Party. While it is not perfect, it is far better than the other, morality free, logic free choice.

Speaking of choice, ever notice how the Democrats seem so pro-choice when it comes to a woman deciding life or death to an unborn baby, but are anti-choice when it comes to parents deciding where to send their kids to school, or if people should be allowed to choose to own a gun? Doesn't it seem to reason that if a person can choose life or death, they ought to be able to choose gun or no gun, school A or school B?

lpara

05-08-2002, 01:12 PM

Angelus--You are wise beyond your years. *Welcome to the smart people's party.:biggrin: *Also, maybe you should go into politics--hint, hint.:biggrin::chees y:

Saber

05-08-2002, 01:21 PM

Hi again!

Ipara, thanks for your teachers and nurses good news days! You're always full of cheery news and that's really nice!

You're absolutely right about the bomber. I don't doubt for a second that he "learned" his lessons well at the University. Even in Illinois, that college has quite a reputation. I've heard reported by other parents of people in his band that his family was a really good family. The parents of the bomber supported him by going to all his concerts and even helped the kid all the time setting up his equipment, etc. The media keeps reporting that this was a strong family.....so....sou nds like college lessons to me!

I heard Colin Powell make some mentions of the ME situation this morning that just boiled my blood some more. More talk about negotiations and political solutions...and he said "bombing in 'occupied territories'." GAG ME

I will hold my decision on any future vote for President Bush until I see how this immigration thing eventually comes down, but the signs I've seen so far are not encouraging. He still has quite a bit of time to get it all together. Ahem.

Angelus, you are such a breath of fresh air for your generation. My oldest son is more or less a conservative thinker, but he comes out with some of the darnedest things and I have to basically tell him he doesn't know what he's talking about...and then educate him...all in a very nice way, of course!! LOL He doesn't have the gut interest yet, but he started his first REAL job today. I'm sure as he goes down the path of the "real world" and sees the nonsense on a daily basis, he'll become more vigorous about his politics.

On the other hand, my youngest son is kind of a "dittohead" of his mother! I might even go so far as to say he's beyond saber rattler bordering on nicely militant! LOL I love to talk politics with that kid because he's so black and white. It refreshes my soul.

Aknauta

05-08-2002, 01:27 PM

http://gopusa.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/sun1.gif Good morning everyone http://gopusa.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/sun1.gif

Well.....it IS morning here! :wink:

Ipara as a bomber! :shocked:

Looks like Debka nailed this story perfectly as they predicted that this would happen. Of course with an enemy like the handsome Arafat what can you expect. Visited the Palestinian web page http://www.pna.org/ ... the top of the page has an eagle reminiscent of the National Socialist Workers Party eagles.

On the happy side there is a new story at the Foreign News and Policy section titled,"Two Cheers For Colonialism" by Dinesh D'Souza...wonderful stuff. :smile:

Saber

05-08-2002, 01:27 PM

OH OH OH

Another thing Powell said that shocked my socks right off.. He said that he was involved in the Sharon/Bush meeting when the murder bombing was announced. He said that none of them discussed it at all and just continued on with the meeting as planned.

Say what?

lpara

05-08-2002, 01:38 PM

Aknauta--When my mom was young her friends called her "The Blonde Bomb":wink: so I guess I don't mind being called "a bomber"http://gopusa.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/teeth2.gif
Whatever it takes . . .:biggrin:
Saber--My husband suggested maybe Colin Powell should have Arafat live next to HIM! Good Idea.

Aberfoyle

05-08-2002, 02:31 PM

http://gopusa.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/wavey.gif Well, sounds as if things are getting lively in here! *We're moving Colin Powell's abode to next to Arafat, Ipara's husband is writing the White House and Ipara's a "bomber" :o , Angelus is now a card-carrying Republican http://gopusa.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/yelclap.gif , Saber is still Rattling http://gopusa.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/tearhair.gif and it's morning in Alaska!http://gopusa.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/sun1.gif

Well, it's a chilly afternoon here in Canada!

Talk to you all later!

05-08-2002, 03:28 PM

Hi all,

* Sorry I have not been here in about a week, been very busy. It will take me a while to catch up on all the threads I have missed. If you haven't heard by now (which would have only been from Dr. E), I did not prevail in my FFYR election efforts this past weekend. However, with a renewed sense of energy and purpose, I have been immersing myself in newer political activities and challenges. I am still working on Katherine Harris' congressional campaign, and am scrutinizing the redistricting plans from Florida for our state legislative and congressional districts. I intend to stay quite active in the local Sarasota County YR club, as well as the county GOP and the Bush-Brogan re-election effort. Our GOP HQ is opening up this month, and every candidate from school board to congress are having meet and greet socials and fundraisers. This in addition to the ongoing commitment with the BSA and my three kids. Never a dull moment, here. Glad to see all is well with you guys, even though things are not getting any better in the Middle East. I will be around, but might be working on reading everything you guys have written the past 7 days! So, talk amongst yourselves.

Floridaguy http://gopusa.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/flag19.gif

lpara

05-08-2002, 04:04 PM

I'm sorry GOPFLGUY:sad:--what's wrong with those people DOWN there?http://gopusa.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/tearhair.gif *They don't know a good GOPFLGUY when they see one!! *Katherine Harris is fortunate to have you. *Hope you have a good time reading all the threads. *

The news just said the FBI is sure the guy they got is the mail bomber. *PTL!!http://gopusa.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/biggrin.gif

Terri

05-08-2002, 05:07 PM

Hi!! http://gopusa.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/sunflower.gif

Sorry for being absent so much today. I got caught up in a project and I'm finished for now.

Ha'aretz, is reporting our President's stand on the last homicide bombing a little differently than our own reports have. They say Sharon will not expel Arafat but will follow an American plan to remove him from actual power to a figurehead position.

Reports are that the pipebomber had a radical leftwing point of view. Don't expect to hear the media identify him as a leftwing extremist. :turquoiserolleyes:

There has been some talk about dividing the terrorists in the Church of the Nativity between countries like Spain and Italy. They keep saying they have an agreement but then saying they don't.

Angelus, you are so logical that you can only be a Republican. Others don't seem to be able to draw those distinctions that make so much sense.

It really came as a shock to me last fall to realize how far left Wisconsin is. I've never been there and thought of it as full of good level headed Americans. :o

Aknauta, that's it. I knew someone predicted the homicide bombings and it was Debka. They were right on!

Hi Aberfoyle, they really did solve a lot of problems in here this afternoon. http://gopusa.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/mdr11.gif

Floridaguy! We missed you. I don't know what's wrong with those people either but I'm also wondering how you would have found time for one more thing. You sound really busy now. I really enjoy hearing about all your activities.

Oh, forgot my most important news. It rained here but not enough to help much with fires. It was just a good shower but better than nothing. http://gopusa.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/biggrin.gif

lpara

05-08-2002, 05:25 PM

Terri--Glad to hear about the rain! *Hope more will come your way and here too--I'm behind on my watering! *Wisconsin lost a good man when they lost Tommy Thompson.:sad: *But he is probably a big help to GW. *My parents still live in WI and still lament over losing TT.

pRIMrose

05-08-2002, 05:50 PM

Good afternoon All. http://gopusa.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/wavey.gif *I can see it has been a very busy day here.

SR ~ I didn't see the picture of Helder when he was "scraggly" but it's hard to believe that he cleans up so good. *But so did Jihad Johnny. :turquoiserolleyes: *This may be a dumb question, but here goes. *Where were this kid's parents that they didn't notice he had bomb making stuff under his bed and was carrying heat? :turquoiserolleyes: *

Ipara ~ yes, we can't say enough good about our teachers and nurses. http://gopusa.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/twothumbsup.gif *They both perform jobs that take a lot of heart and selfless dedication. *They deserve more than one day of recognition in my book.

angelus ~ WELCOME TO THE GOP http://gopusa.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/elefant.gif We're so glad you decided to join the "right" party. http://gopusa.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/biggrin.gif

Aknauta ~ I had bookmarked that Debka site, but didn't remember that was where I had read about the Israeli prediction. *I wasn't a bit surprised when it came true. *Shocked, :shocked: but not surprised. *Angry, http://gopusa.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/angry.gif but not surprised. *And I'm going to head over to the Foreign News and Policy and read the article by D'Souza. *He is a remarkable person. *I subscribe to "Imprimis" a pamphlet written by Hillsdale College. *There was an excerpt from one of his speeches (this one was on May 22, 2002) titled "Multiulturalism : Fact or Threat? *It was absolutely fascinating. *He is quite the prolific writer and served as a senior domestic policy analyst to the White House from 1987-88. *

FlaGuy ~ don't be discouraged (and it sounds like you are not) http://gopusa.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/twothumbsup.gif because we need dedicated people like you who are willing to go the "extra mile". *Since you have to travel so far to work and also juggle a family, I don't see how you have any time left over for yourself. *I'm a late comer to political activism and have not gotten personally involved other than a little letter writing and friendly rhetoric with friends. *Wish I had started 20 or 30 years ago. http://gopusa.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/smile.gif

Terri ~ I know what you mean about Wiconsin. *I have a very dear friend who is Mayor of my little town and she is very conservative. *But then, she has been a Florida transplant for many years. http://gopusa.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/mdr11.gif
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(Edited by pRIMrose at 4:54 pm on May 8, 2002)

Terri

05-08-2002, 06:04 PM

RIM, you must not have seen the bomber's father on TV yet. He says his son is not dangerous and that he just wanted attention! *:shocked: :o *The picture becomes so much clearer when you listen to dear ol Dad and see sonny boy's cocky grin as he's walked around by ATF agents. http://gopusa.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/angry.gif

I don't know how can anyone can think it's not dangerous for their son to blow up old ladies getting their mail and postmen who are delivering it! Another family without their oars in the water. :turquoiserolleyes:

lpara

05-08-2002, 06:24 PM

Terri--Like Father Like Son!!:turquoiserolle yes: *
I heard Shawn Hannity this afternoon (wow 3 days in a row!) and he was talking about Dick Morris saying Hillary was going to be our next president. *First of all, what does Dick Morris know?! and second of all--I don't like to talk trash--but wasn't Dick Morris and Hillary in the news together a few years back--something about toes? (tee hee) Off to our midweek prayer service--Don't get too much accomplished while I'm gone!http://gopusa.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/biggrin.gif

(Edited by lpara at 5:26 pm on May 8, 2002)

Saber

05-08-2002, 06:55 PM

Ipara, I can't say that I particularly like Dick Morris, but I do think he is politically a genius. That scares me if HE said Hitlery would be our next President.

As for the toes, I believe it was some prostitute's toes that were getting sucked if I'm not mistaken! :shocked:

pRIMrose

05-08-2002, 07:22 PM

Oh my! :o "Sucked toes" ~ Dick Morris ~ Hillary. I do declare. <vapors coming on> http://gopusa.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/biggrin.gif

SR ~ I agree, it was Dick Morris that propelled Clinton into office. I read that article over at Newsmax.com and it really is scary. If anybody could "scum" Hillary's way to success it would be Dick Morris. He knows all the sneaky tricks of the trade. I can only hope he despises Hillary enough to work against her. Can you just visualize a world with Hillary as president? <puke smilie> <barf> <throwup> http://gopusa.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/teeth2.gif:turquoise rolleyes:

BTW ~ I just saw the "bomber's" father. :o Nuff said. :o
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SueElise

05-08-2002, 08:28 PM

Hi Guys - things have been busy around here! I've been pretty busy myself. Thanks, Ipara, for mentioning teacher's day. I didn't even know yesterday was teacher's day!

Well - here's the latest on my threat. I looked through his record yesterday - remember I said he's a 17 year old freshman? Well, he hasn't passed (and I mean all fs) a class (NONE) since 5th grade! Anyway - the school suspended him for 5 days. Both he and his parents swear that I'm his favorite teacher. He was surprised that I percieved the picture as a threat, and is apparently very sorry - he's writing me a letter of apology (his own idea). I requested he be removed from my classes, and he has been. I also requested a psych eval., which I was told would be a condition of his returning to school. So I said that I wasn't going to press charges yet - I want to wait and see. I'm inclined to think it was a really stupid doodle with no malicious intent.

Anyway.

It's amazing to me that people still see the Palestinians as "defending themselves" with the homocide bombers. I was watching FoxNews this morning, and the girl commenter went off on a caller, calling her stupid for that opinion!

Saber

05-08-2002, 09:06 PM

"Well, he hasn't passed (and I mean all fs) a class (NONE) since 5th grade!"

AND HE IS A FRESHMAN IN HIGH SCHOOL........HOW? This is OUTRAGEOUS. So that's what... over THREE YEARS of ALL f's and they just keep passing him through to get rid of him. This school district has done exactly WHAT good for this kid? Obviously this kid has more than multiple problems of his own making, but what kind of service has the school done by passing him along? HOW in the world do they explain passing on a kid who hasn't passed a class?

I'm sure that you have a good handle on what to do for your own protection when it comes to this incident. It sounds to me like you've done all the prudent things. Keep a wary eye on him even though he won't be in your class. Stay safe, SueElise.

pRIMrose

05-08-2002, 09:11 PM

Just wanted to drop by and say "goodnight".

Sue ~ please don't be fooled by a kid who is probably more sorry that he got nailed than sorry he did it. Just keep a pulse on what the psych says and what they recommend. And I don't even want to get started on how this kid got promoted if he's made all F's since the 5th grade. http://gopusa.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/teeth2.gif I feel a rant coming on and I have to go to bed ~ so I'll just let it go for now.:mdr11:
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Terri

05-08-2002, 09:14 PM

Hmmmm.....I see Dick Morris as a cheapshot scumbag who wants to keep his ugly mug on TV. Does this mean I have to wear the lampshade??? http://gopusa.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/anon.gif http://gopusa.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/biggrin.gif

I just can't imagine that Hilary could win a nationwide election. On the other hand I couldn't imagine that her husband would either time! Hilary would have a very high hurdle to become the first female president and she would have to do it without any of the charm that the impeached ex president had. She's not a likeable person at all. http://gopusa.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/mr_yuk.gif

Wasn't there a little more to the "toes" thing? I thought he was on the phone with Clinton or something during this event. :o

lpara, I turned Hannity off for the first time today. I am just so tired of listening to them try to have a decent conversation with a Palestinian. It's impossible. I did turn it back on later.

Geraldo is still standing by the church saying they're coming out any minute now. :turquoiserolleyes: *Actually, the governor of Jerusalem was released.

Sue Elise!! I've wondered how it was going with you. I'm glad you checked things out so that you could make an informed decision. It sounds like a good one for both you and the boy. Hopefully he has learned something from this.

Saber just said what I was going to say about the schools. That makes things easy for me. Dittos, Saber! http://gopusa.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/biggrin.gif

And then RIM said it too! I must be back on the right side here and I'll take off this lampshade. http://gopusa.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/anon.gif http://gopusa.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/mdr11.gif

pRIMrose

05-08-2002, 09:14 PM

SR ~ we were posting at the same time ~ looks like another "ditto" to me. http://gopusa.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/mdr11.gif

Nitey, nite! ~~ and to you too Terri. http://gopusa.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/wink.gif
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(Edited by pRIMrose at 8:16 pm on May 8, 2002)

Terri

05-08-2002, 09:16 PM

Ardie!!! * Welcome to http://gopusa.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/gopusa.gif!!! *I'm glad to see you here! http://gopusa.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/smile.gif *Join in and you'll feel at home in no time.

Aberfoyle

05-08-2002, 09:45 PM

Ardie!!! *Welcome!

Oh, it's great to see you here, Ardie! *I know that you'll be made to feel welcome and I know that you'll feel right at home. *Hey! *Look at me! *I'm a Canuck and I feel welcome......most of the time!

Ardie

05-08-2002, 11:31 PM

Thank you all for the nice welcome. I will just look around a bit and then join in the conversation soon.

Terri

05-09-2002, 01:02 AM

We'll be watching for you, Ardie! http://gopusa.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/smile.gif

05-09-2002, 09:29 AM

Hey all,

* *Thanks for the good wishes. Regarding Hillary, never be fooled into thinking someone cannot win an election; it is the quickest way to prove they can. The best motto I hear from Republicans all the time is "run like you are way behind, even if you know you are way ahead." This is what Jeb is doing, this is what Katherine is doing, and that is what GOP candidates who win do. Never let anyone tell you that you have already won the campaign until it is over. It is a common ploy (as I know from personal experience and races) for someone to tell you that you won anyway, to not worry about an election. You can be sure that it will be coming from someone who is backing your opponent. Regarding Florida, let me defend our great state by saying that we do not all live in Palm Beach County, and that we have one of the most Republican state legislatures and Congressional delegations in the nation. You can be sure our majorities will be increasing in both state houses and in Congress this next election. I am VERY pleased by the redistricting of our state, which various maps I spent a lot of time analyzing yesterday afternoon. I am particularly pleased that the state house district I am "tentatively" looking at running for in 2006 (at which time the current representative is term limited out) is apparently 55% GOP and only 28% Democrats (the difference being third party or independents). Our guys in Tallahassee did a great job this time. As long as our neighbors in Southeast Florida keep becoming more liberal, the rest of our state will continue becoming more conservative, and Sarasota is leading the way!

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