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Local Rebel Member Ascendant
since 1999-12-21
Posts 5767Southern Abstentia 
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Even if you're a Republican, you gotta find this amusing! Quotes by George W. Bush, Jr. "If we don't succeed, we run the risk of failure." "Republicans understand the importance of bondage between a mother and child." "Welcome to Mrs. Bush, and my fellow astronauts." "Mars is essentially in the same orbit...Mars is somewhat the same distance from the Sun, which is very important. We have seen pictures where there are canals, we believe, and water. If there is water, that means there is oxygen. If oxygen, that means we can breathe." 8/11/94 "The Holocaust was an obscene period in our nation's history. I mean in this century's history. But we all lived in this century. I didn't live in this century". 9/15/94 "I believe we are on an irreversible trend toward more freedom and democracy - but that could change." 5/22/98 "One word sums up probably the responsibility of any Governor, and that one word is 'to be prepared'." 12/6/93 "Verbosity leads to unclear, inarticulate things." 11/30/96 "I have made good judgments in the past. I have made good judgments in the future." "The future will be better tomorrow." "We're going to have the best educated American people in the world." 9/21/97 "People that are really very weird can get into sensitive positions and have a tremendous impact on history." "I stand by all the misstatements that I've made." Governor George W. Bush Jr., Sam Donaldson, 8/17/93 "We have a firm commitment to NATO, we are a part of NATO. We have a firm commitment to Europe. We are a part of Europe." "Public speaking is very easy." to reporters 10/9/97 "I am not part of the problem. I am a Republican" "A low voter turnout is an indication of fewer people going to the polls." "When I have been asked who caused the riots and the killing in LA, my answer has been direct & simple: Who is to blame for the riots? The rioters are to blame. Who is to blame for the killings? The killers are to blame." "Illegitimacy is something we should talk about in terms of not having it." 5/20/96 "We are ready for any unforeseen event that may or may not occur." 9/22/97 "For NASA, space is still a high priority." 9/5/93 "Quite frankly, teachers are the only profession that teach our children." 9/18/95 "The American people would not want to know of any misquotes that George Bush may or may not make." "We're all capable of mistakes, but I do not care to enlighten you on the mistakes we may or may not have made." "It isn't pollution that's harming the environment. It's the impurities in our air and water that are doing it. "It's time for the human race to enter the solar system." [This message has been edited by Local Rebel (edited 10-30-2000).] |
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serenity blaze Member Empyrean
since 2000-02-02
Posts 27738 |
Y'know...was already grinning before I read...I KNEW WHAT WAS COMING...thank you for the much needed giggles on a bad day...THE QUOTE DUDE STRIKES AGAIN!!! |
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Christopher
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Member Rara Avis
since 1999-08-02
Posts 8296Purgatorial Incarceration |
quote: Awesome! There's hope for me yet!  |
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doreen peri Member Elite
since 1999-05-25
Posts 3812Virginia |
George Double-U strikes again! rofl!! (i thought the pollution one was a Dan Quayle quote..??) thanks... made for a good laugh this evening  |
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Nan
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-20
Posts 21191Cape Cod Massachusetts USA |
*Shaking my head*... I couldn't possible choose a favorite..  |
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Local Rebel Member Ascendant
since 1999-12-21
Posts 5767Southern Abstentia |
"It's time for the human race to enter the solar system." that's hands down it for me.... and welcome to mrs. bush... rofl |
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Dopey Dope
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Member Patricius
since 2000-08-30
Posts 11132San Juan, Puerto Rico |
HAHA!!!!!!! Very amusing... thanks for posting that....  "I was born myself, raised myself, and will continue to be myself. The world will just have to adjust." I hate your socks. I'd like to burn them! |
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Sunshine
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
Still thinking, I am, possibly more than the two candidates are doing.... Karilea If I whisper, will you listen?... I would rather be silent and write, then speak loudly and be bound. KRJ |
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Local Rebel Member Ascendant
since 1999-12-21
Posts 5767Southern Abstentia |
Ah... memories... the future never changes  |
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*Alli4000*
since 2004-03-21
Posts 3188The World of Poetry |
hahaha....i'm lmao! thanks for the laugh...  ~Alli~ |
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Essorant Member Elite
since 2002-08-10
Posts 4769Regina, Saskatchewan; Canada |
It is a shame upon the whole country, when people mock their own president--their own choice. |
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serenity blaze Member Empyrean
since 2000-02-02
Posts 27738 |
Well Ess, the thing is--with this president, there has always been the question of whether or not he was actually our choice. Political satire is practiced in the entire world. It can be used to enlighten as well as amuse. I do not feel shame reading this thread. I feel shame watching the evening news. and peace to you, m'friend. Ah. Here ya go: http://xroads.virginia.edu/~MA96/PUCK/part1.html Seems we have a proud history of just that, and last time I checked, we also have the RIGHT, as evidenced by the Supreme Court: http://www.fact-index.com/h/hu/hustler_magazine_v__falwell.html Though, actually, I'm not sure if the initiating thread qualifies as satire. It's a simple example of holding someone accountable for their own words, and that's something we have been having problems with of late. A little humor can ease the pain sometimes. |
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Essorant Member Elite
since 2002-08-10
Posts 4769Regina, Saskatchewan; Canada |
I don't wish to blame such humour, but the extent and abuse of it. If you mock your own president (or Prime Minister) it is mockery of your own democractic choice, and country as well; and not just in front of your own countryfolk here, but in a more worldly way. What I have to say to people in Canada and in the United States is this: Give it up! Try defending the honour and reputation of the man you put onto the throne for once, instead of going on with your haughty insolence and satire. Try giving more permanance in your opinion and commitment in supporting the President, or Primeminister. Practice what you preach. And perhaps eventually Folk and Leader may meet in the same "place" |
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serenity blaze Member Empyrean
since 2000-02-02
Posts 27738 |
"haughty insolence" Hardly. And there's no need for that between us, Ess. Even here at Pip, we're held accountable for our words. Many citizens of the United States (as well as people around the world) are looking for that accountability from this administration. I get a bit bristled when someone tries to dictate what I feel. Your post indicated that I should feel shame. I decide my own feelings. And since I can choose also to not take offense at the inflammatory, just as you can choose not to read the threads you find so distressing. Frankly, Essorant, I'm surprised at your reaction. But shrug. I have the same option, so I'll leave this one alone as well. I'm registered to vote, and as little faith as I have in that process now, I'll exercize that right since so many fought so long and so hard for me to have that right. Peace to you. |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
Ess quote "Practice what you preach" We are, we are practicing our freedom of speech, and exercising our inalienable rights to verbally bash lying lame politicians. |
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serenity blaze Member Empyrean
since 2000-02-02
Posts 27738 |
"Try giving more permanance in your opinion and commitment in supporting the President, or Primeminister." Smile. I've noticed how edit-happy you have been in the past, Essorant, so forgive me if I just leave this be, and exit smiling. WIDE. I have no problems with you or opinions, edited or otherwise, and I sincerely hope this doesn't escalate into akin to a WAR between us. I've had enough war. |
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Essorant Member Elite
since 2002-08-10
Posts 4769Regina, Saskatchewan; Canada |
"We are, we are practicing our freedom of speech, and exercising our inalienable rights to verbally bash lying lame politicians." That is respect? |
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Essorant Member Elite
since 2002-08-10
Posts 4769Regina, Saskatchewan; Canada |
"Even here at Pip, we're held accountable for our words. Many citizens of the United States (as well as people around the world) are looking for that accountability from this administration" But no one in that process here or there deserves to be mocked. Does the president mock you? |
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serenity blaze Member Empyrean
since 2000-02-02
Posts 27738 |
In my humble opinion, this administration has mocked the entire democratic process not in word, but in deed. |
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Local Rebel Member Ascendant
since 1999-12-21
Posts 5767Southern Abstentia |
Oh well... guess we better burn Shakespeare then Ess. |
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serenity blaze Member Empyrean
since 2000-02-02
Posts 27738 |
I almost added THAT link too, Reb. |
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Essorant Member Elite
since 2002-08-10
Posts 4769Regina, Saskatchewan; Canada |
I don't remember Shakespeare ever "bashing" Queen Elizabeth! |
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serenity blaze Member Empyrean
since 2000-02-02
Posts 27738 |
*wince* sigh. rubbing my head... you wanna handle this, Reb? I'm being paged to attend a birthday party. later good poets! |
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Local Rebel Member Ascendant
since 1999-12-21
Posts 5767Southern Abstentia |
Not everything requires handling Blazey... have a good time! |
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serenity blaze Member Empyrean
since 2000-02-02
Posts 27738 |
Yanno? That's what my therapist said too. giggle later! now where's my tiara? laughing |
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Essorant Member Elite
since 2002-08-10
Posts 4769Regina, Saskatchewan; Canada |
Folk more and more seem to lack the craft to treat things in ceremony, earnest, and stricture. They think everything should be "fun". Even criticizing the president. But I think the laughter and ridicule go too far. If one will say something critically, (s)he should say it critically and directly and that shall ever have more aid and virtue than making game of what is earnest. |
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serenity blaze Member Empyrean
since 2000-02-02
Posts 27738 |
from Romeo & Juliet, by William Shakespeare Act 1 scene 1 Abram: Do you bite your thumb at us, sir? Sampson: I do bite my thumb, sir. Abram: Do you bite your thumb at us, sir? Sampson: No sir, I do not bite my thumb at you, but I bite my thumb, sir. Gregory: Do you quarrel, sir? Abram: Quarrel, sir? No sir. Sampson: But if you do sir, I am for you, I serve as a good man for you. Abram: No better. * * * "no better" The language is lovely, and graceful the pen, but it was understood as an insult, even then. Sadly the end result is that they still fight. Language changes with time, but the humanity does not. sigh. Have a daisy, with my apologies. Fighting for peace is a lesson in futility. (But I will still wish it for you Ess. ) |
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Essorant Member Elite
since 2002-08-10
Posts 4769Regina, Saskatchewan; Canada |
"Fighting for peace is a lesson in futility." [edit] I don't now if that is always true. But I can't think about these things anymore. They make my stomach too sick of men and the world. [This message has been edited by Essorant (07-12-2004 01:50 AM).] |
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