This is like saying that since your mom told you not to play in the parking lot and you went into the street instead that she would be to blame when you got ran over.
Just another in a laundry list of examples where conservatives are not holding BP accountable in favor of making it look like the company was forced to take risks and completely ignore the potential for a disaster such as this.
Showing posts with label Rudy Giuliani. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Rudy Giuliani. Show all posts
Thursday, June 17, 2010
Friday, January 8, 2010
The New Conservative History
St. Rudy of 9/11 has now joined his fellow revisers ( Dana Perino and Mary Matlin ) in claiming that terrorism under Bush either didn't exist or only partially exist.
It would appear that Rudy is attempting a nuanced argument within the context of terrorism. By using the word "domestic", is he referring to who(m) is doing the attacking? If that's the case, he's still incorrect.
The Anthrax Attacks, DC Sniper, and the "Shoe Bomber" all happened within the first two years of Bush's first term. Of course, this tactic of misdirection and blatant revisionism by conservatives only works on conservatives. They aren't gaining any ground by acting in this manner, and in many respects they are loosing some of the centrist/leftist conservatives still in the GOP - though those numbers are virtually non-existent.
So one has to ask - why speak in this fashion when it continues to be shown as patently false?
It would appear that Rudy is attempting a nuanced argument within the context of terrorism. By using the word "domestic", is he referring to who(m) is doing the attacking? If that's the case, he's still incorrect.
The Anthrax Attacks, DC Sniper, and the "Shoe Bomber" all happened within the first two years of Bush's first term. Of course, this tactic of misdirection and blatant revisionism by conservatives only works on conservatives. They aren't gaining any ground by acting in this manner, and in many respects they are loosing some of the centrist/leftist conservatives still in the GOP - though those numbers are virtually non-existent.
So one has to ask - why speak in this fashion when it continues to be shown as patently false?
Sunday, November 15, 2009
Hatred Of The American Way
It's not at all suprising that reactionary conservatives are now against the American legal system since AG Eric Holder anounced that 5 Sept. 11th terrorists will be tried in NYC court. The reason behind this is that conservatives will always laud the greatness of America, that is until a Democrat tries to utilize those great features.
Not long after Holder's statements, Sarah Palin offered up her policy expertise blended with a dash of wild-west histrionics.
What conservatives, Palin in specific, don't understand is that it would be more than just political suicide to bring these men here without first knowing that the case against them was air-tight and couldn't be lost. The reality behind this is that justice hasn't fully been served and there has been little more an unwillingness by the previous administration to bring closure for the past 8 years.
But one of the more interesting aspects of conservatives recent lack of faith in America is that some once held the opinion that the US court system was precisely designed for people like this.
The Washington Post shows how Rudy Giuliani's boisterous language about terrorism rarely matches-up with what he actually does in regards to it.
Rudy even praised the judicial system once the '93 WTC bombers were prosecuted. So why the sudden change of heart?
It's blatantly obvious that this has more to do with the fact that the Obama administration is taking action and this is a direct threat to not only the conservative movement but the whole of the GOP. But this story, and all like it, tells us more about how conservatives behave in the face of the enemy.
By and large, conservatives have shown that terrorism works. After all, it only takes one sucessful event - be it only a few victims or on a more massive scale like Sept. 11th - and all the terrorist has to do is sit back and watch the remaining "targets" devour themselves with fear.
Conservatives have, since 2001, used any and every excuse to do either do nothing or do the wrong thing. And now that someone is taking action in a direction once favored by conservatives, the reactionary Right are taking up again the mantle of fear. And that seems to be exactly how they intend to control the American public, through fear that "something somewhere might happen" if these 5 mean are prosecuted by the system that they once claimed to love.
More from Think Progress.
Not long after Holder's statements, Sarah Palin offered up her policy expertise blended with a dash of wild-west histrionics.
Criminal defense attorneys will now enter into delaying tactics and other methods in the hope of securing some kind of win for their “clients.” The trial will afford Mohammed the opportunity to grandstand and make use of his time in front of the world media to rally his disgusting terrorist cohorts. It will also be an insult to the victims of 9/11, as Mohammed will no doubt use the opportunity to spew his hateful rhetoric in the same neighborhood in which he ruthlessly cut down the lives of so many Americans. [...]
If we are stuck with this terrible Obama Administration decision, I, like most Americans, hope that Mohammed and his co-conspirators are convicted. Hang ‘em high.
What conservatives, Palin in specific, don't understand is that it would be more than just political suicide to bring these men here without first knowing that the case against them was air-tight and couldn't be lost. The reality behind this is that justice hasn't fully been served and there has been little more an unwillingness by the previous administration to bring closure for the past 8 years.
But one of the more interesting aspects of conservatives recent lack of faith in America is that some once held the opinion that the US court system was precisely designed for people like this.
The Washington Post shows how Rudy Giuliani's boisterous language about terrorism rarely matches-up with what he actually does in regards to it.
Even in the weeks after Sept. 11, he framed the attacks in the language of crime, describing the hijackers as "insane murderers" and calling for restoration of the "rule of law."
Rudy even praised the judicial system once the '93 WTC bombers were prosecuted. So why the sudden change of heart?
It's blatantly obvious that this has more to do with the fact that the Obama administration is taking action and this is a direct threat to not only the conservative movement but the whole of the GOP. But this story, and all like it, tells us more about how conservatives behave in the face of the enemy.
By and large, conservatives have shown that terrorism works. After all, it only takes one sucessful event - be it only a few victims or on a more massive scale like Sept. 11th - and all the terrorist has to do is sit back and watch the remaining "targets" devour themselves with fear.
Conservatives have, since 2001, used any and every excuse to do either do nothing or do the wrong thing. And now that someone is taking action in a direction once favored by conservatives, the reactionary Right are taking up again the mantle of fear. And that seems to be exactly how they intend to control the American public, through fear that "something somewhere might happen" if these 5 mean are prosecuted by the system that they once claimed to love.
More from Think Progress.
Monday, December 22, 2008
Conservative Losers Get Radio Gigs
With the Obama adminimstration doing it's level best to be as transparent as possible, conservative talk-radio is in full-on offense-mode.
The new batch of right-wing prattle-heads is shaping up to the a whos-who amongst Republican Presidential losers:
More here.
When one realizes the severely inflated value that conservatives place on those talk-radio voices that are intended to represent their own, it's easy to see that Right-Wing talk is becoming more and more irrelevant.
Giuliani can't seem to make it through one semi-coherent thought without invoking Spetember 11th at least 3 times. Thompson will probably hold a call-in contest to see who can give him the best "appalause" that he desires. And Huckabee's way too soft-spoken to be a successful right-wing talk-host.
Truthfully, neither of the three will probably have what the bulk of conservative audiences want - that red, red, meat.
This is a demographic that needs to have it's opinions spoon-fed to them. They don't want to hear about the struggles of the poor, the problems with urban educational systems. They want to hear about how great "free markets" are. They want to be told that some faceless person in Congress is trying to begin back "The Fairness Doctrine". They seem to have this deep desire to be scared.
While Giuliani seems to be the only one out of the new-school of incoming talking-heads that can accomplish such a feat - only because he loves talking about terrorists - I don't see any of these shows lasting.
The new batch of right-wing prattle-heads is shaping up to the a whos-who amongst Republican Presidential losers:
It is a lively time to be behind the microphone. One television talker, Joe Scarborough, is starting a radio show. Another, Bill O’Reilly, is ending his.
Several of the supporting actors in this year’s Republican primary are showing interest in the medium, too. Fred Thompson, the “Law & Order” star turned presidential candidate, will begin hosting a two-hour show in March, as the syndicator Westwood One is expected to announce this week. Mr. Thompson’s show would take the place of Mr. O’Reilly’s.
Rudolph W. Giuliani, the former mayor of New York City and a Republican presidential candidate, had been in negotiations with Westwood One for Mr. O’Reilly’s time slot, according to two people with knowledge of the talks who spoke on the condition of anonymity because a deal was not struck.
Mike Huckabee, the former Republican presidential candidate who now has a weekend program on the Fox News Channel, is trying radio as well, hosting short segments for ABC Radio beginning Jan. 5. While there are plenty of topics to talk about — and plenty of hosts willing to do the talking — nagging questions about the business remain. A sharp advertising downturn is limiting revenue for stations. And some hosts are worrying about the relevance of talk radio in a digital age.
More here.
When one realizes the severely inflated value that conservatives place on those talk-radio voices that are intended to represent their own, it's easy to see that Right-Wing talk is becoming more and more irrelevant.
Giuliani can't seem to make it through one semi-coherent thought without invoking Spetember 11th at least 3 times. Thompson will probably hold a call-in contest to see who can give him the best "appalause" that he desires. And Huckabee's way too soft-spoken to be a successful right-wing talk-host.
Truthfully, neither of the three will probably have what the bulk of conservative audiences want - that red, red, meat.
This is a demographic that needs to have it's opinions spoon-fed to them. They don't want to hear about the struggles of the poor, the problems with urban educational systems. They want to hear about how great "free markets" are. They want to be told that some faceless person in Congress is trying to begin back "The Fairness Doctrine". They seem to have this deep desire to be scared.
While Giuliani seems to be the only one out of the new-school of incoming talking-heads that can accomplish such a feat - only because he loves talking about terrorists - I don't see any of these shows lasting.
Wednesday, December 17, 2008
Dear God, It Could Get Worse
Not that I give TVNewser all that much credit to being with, but now we're hearing from an even lesser credible source - The NY Post's Page 6 - that Rudy Giuliani is angling for the coveted O'Reilly radio show gig.
Rudy does come with some radio show experience. Here's a memorable moment:
If Rudy does get the gig, it's sure to be nothing more than a continual discussion of Sept. 11th and how he was "right there when it all happened".
EVERYONE knows Bill O'Reilly is quitting his radio show to concentrate on his Fox News TV program. Now, Page Six has learned the leading candidate to succeed him is Rudy Giuliani (above). Westwood One, which syndicates the O'Reilly show, is negotiating with the former mayor. Giuliani, who doesn't suffer fools gladly, famously ridiculed a ferret owner on the radio in 1999, calling him "deranged." Some wonder if Rudy could sit for three hours a day chitchatting about politics. The other question is how it might affect his possible gubernatorial run in 2010. Giuliani's office did not return calls.
Rudy does come with some radio show experience. Here's a memorable moment:
If Rudy does get the gig, it's sure to be nothing more than a continual discussion of Sept. 11th and how he was "right there when it all happened".
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