posted on January 17, 2007 10:23:49 AM new
For the whiney little babies who think the Democrats should've changed the world in less than a month implying they haven't done anything (but WIN elections)....
Thankfully they HAVEN'T accomplished what bush&Co. did!
Here's what georgie porgie accomplished in just 6 years ....
:::George W. Bush:
accomplishments as president
* Attacked and took over two countries.
* Spent the surplus and bankrupted the treasury.
* Shattered record for biggest annual deficit in history.
* Set economic record for most private bankruptcies filed in any 12 month period.
* Set all-time record for biggest drop in the history of the stock market.
* First president in decades to execute a federal prisoner.
* First president in US history to enter office with a criminal record.
* First year in office set the all-time record for most days on vacation by any president in US history.
* After taking the entire month of August off for vacation, presided over the worst security failure in US history.
* Set the record for most campaign fund-raising trips than any other president in US history.
* In my first two years in office over 2 million Americans lost their job.
*Cut unemployment benefits for more out of work Americans than any president in US history.
* Set the all-time record for most foreclosures in a 12 month period.
* Appointed more convicted criminals to administration positions than any president in US history.
* Set the record for the least amount of press conferences than any president since the advent of television.
* Signed more laws and executive orders amending the Constitution than any president in US history.
* Presided over the biggest energy crises in US history and refused to intervene when corruption was revealed.
* Presided over the highest gasoline prices in US history and refused to use the national reserves as past presidents have.
* Cut healthcare benefits for war veterans.
* Set the all-time record for most people worldwide to simultaneously take to the streets to protest me (15 million people), shattering the record for protest against any person in the history of mankind.
* Dissolved more international treaties than any president in US history.
* My presidency is the most secretive and un-accountable of any in US history.
* Members of my cabinet are the richest of any administration in US history. (the 'poorest' multi-millionaire, Condoleeza Rice has an Exxon oil tanker named after her).
* First president in US history to have all 50 states of the Union simultaneously go bankrupt.
* Presided over the biggest corporate stock market fraud of any market in any country in the history of the world.
* First president in US history to order a US attack and military occupation of a sovereign nation.
* Created the largest government department bureaucracy in the history of the United States.
* Set the all-time record for biggest annual budget spending increases, more than any president in US history.
* First president in US history to have the United Nations remove the US from the human rights commission.
* First president in US history to have the United Nations remove the US from the elections monitoring board.
* Removed more checks and balances, and have the least amount of congressional oversight than any presidential administration in US history.
* Rendered the entire United Nations irrelevant.
* Withdrew from the World Court of Law.
* Refused to allow inspectors access to US prisoners of war and by default no longer abide by the Geneva Conventions.
* First president in US history to refuse United Nations election inspectors (during the 2002 US elections).
* All-time US (and world) record holder for most corporate campaign donations.
* My biggest life-time campaign contributor presided over one of the largest corporate bankruptcy frauds in world history (Kenneth Lay, former CEO of Enron Corporation).
* Spent more money on polls and focus groups than any president in US history.
* First president in US history to unilaterally attack a sovereign nation against the will of the United Nations and the world community.
* First president to run and hide when the US came under attack (and then lied saying the enemy had the code to Air Force 1)
* First US president to establish a secret shadow government.
* Took the biggest world sympathy for the US after 911, and in less than a year made the US the most resented country in the world (possibly the biggest diplomatic failure in US and world history).
* With a policy of 'dis-engagement' created the most hostile Israeli-Palestine relations in at least 30 years.
* First US president in history to have a majority of the people of Europe (71%) view my presidency as the biggest threat to world peace and stability.
* First US president in history to have the people of South Korea more threatened by the US than their immediate neighbor, North Korea.
* Changed US policy to allow convicted criminals to be awarded government contracts.
* Set all-time record for number of administration appointees who violated US law by not selling huge investments in corporations bidding for government contracts.
* Failed to fulfill my pledge to get Osama Bin Laden 'dead or alive'.
* Failed to capture the anthrax killer who tried to murder the leaders of our country at the United States Capital building. After 18 months I have no leads and zero suspects.
* In the 18 months following the 911 attacks I have successfully prevented any public investigation into the biggest security failure in the history of the United States.
* Removed more freedoms and civil liberties for Americans than any other president in US history.
* In a little over two years created the most divided country in decades, possibly the most divided the US has ever been since the civil war.
* Entered office with the strongest economy in US history and in less than two years turned every single economic category heading straight down.
posted on January 17, 2007 11:07:46 AM new
So Craw, who thought all that up for you?
"When I talk to liberals, I don't expect them to understand my positions on various issues. I spend most of my time trying to help them understand their own." —Mike Adams
posted on January 17, 2007 04:04:15 PM new
That's what they do best....DIVERT the subject.
"waco"peepa CAN'T answer because they haven't accomplished a THING yet.
But it sure appears he THINKS....[even though incorrectly] that just because the House passes a measure...then 'It's been passed by Congress'. LOL LOL LOL
Someone needs to INFORM him that "Congress" consists of TWO HOUSES...the House and the Senate.
Like has been said before - WHEN they actually accomplish anything...be sure and wake us.
No matter how long old pelosi 'holds' the clock in PAUSE mode....lol lol lol
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"While the democratic party complains about everything THIS President does to protect our Nation": "What would a Democrat president have done at that point?"
"Apparently, the answer is: Sit back and wait for the next terrorist attack."
Ann Coulter
[ edited by Linda_K on Jan 17, 2007 04:08 PM ]
posted on January 17, 2007 05:58:20 PM new
We don't HAVE to do a THING about it...'waco'peepa.
The Senate might not let some of the bills pass...and if they do...the President will be the one deciding IF he vetoes them or not.
Their fate still awaits. LOL LOL LOL
"While the democratic party complains about everything THIS President does to protect our Nation": "What would a Democrat president have done at that point?"
"Apparently, the answer is: Sit back and wait for the next terrorist attack."
posted on January 17, 2007 06:18:11 PM new
Again just for liar_K and grunt.
You new-cons more than had your change and because of greed,wacko religious ideas,criminal activities and most of all poor leadership you blew it.
I am sorry to say you all are watching what is left of your dream government crumble before your eyes.
To tell you all the truth I have become very bored with all your lies and grunts.
Your words like BUSHY'S become less significant everyday.
Don't worry since we are all around you watching every move you make. You new-con will be the second to know what new laws come out of the 110th Congress.
posted on January 18, 2007 07:06:56 PM new
House seeks more oil royalties, kills tax breaks
Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) smiles during a news conference on the legislation passed in the first 100 legislative hours of the 110th Congress in the Capitol in Washington January 18, 2007.
(REUTERS/Kevin Lamarque)
By Chris Baltimore and Tom Doggett | January 18, 2007
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The new Democratic-led House of Representatives passed legislation on Thursday aimed at "Big Oil" that would roll back some industry tax breaks and force energy companies to pay more drilling royalties, valued at $14 billion over 10 years.
Breaking News Alerts Passage of the bill by a vote of 264-163 capped House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's 100-hour agenda, which included measures to raise the minimum wage, lower student loan interest rates and bolster homeland security.
The $14 billion raised from the additional royalties and repealed tax breaks would fund research for renewable energy sources. The measure must be approved by the Senate and the president before it becomes law.
Keep up your good work Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi and the 110th Congress.
We have the republican lawmakers surrounded and will be watching their every move and vote. The 2008 elections is just a comma in time away.
posted on January 19, 2007 02:14:03 AM new
[qoute](REUTERS/Kevin Lamarque)
By Chris Baltimore and Tom Doggett | January 18, 2007
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The new Democratic-led House of Representatives passed legislation on Thursday aimed at "Big Oil" that would roll back some industry tax breaks and force energy companies to pay more drilling royalties, valued at $14 billion over 10 years.
Breaking News Alerts Passage of the bill by a vote of 264-163 capped House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's 100-hour agenda, which included measures to raise the minimum wage, lower student loan interest rates and bolster homeland security.
The $14 billion raised from the additional royalties and repealed tax breaks would fund research for renewable energy sources. The measure must be approved by the Senate and the president before it becomes law.[/quote]
Just who do you think will be paying that $14 million? It will be you and me you moron.
posted on January 19, 2007 02:35:42 AM new
From an article in the Boston Globe.
"Many of the flawed 100 hours bills either face an uphill battle in the Senate or are destined for a veto pen," said Minority leader John Boehner, Republican of Ohio.
President Bush has threatened to veto two of the bills -- one to expand stem cell research and another to force the government to negotiate the prices of prescription drugs under Medicare. Last year, he vetoed a similar stem cell bill -- the only time he's wielded the veto pen.
All of the bills face change in the Senate, where rules and a much slimmer Democratic majority assure a more prominent role for Republicans.
And the House and Senate would have to agree on the language of any bill before it is sent to President Bush for his signature or a veto.
We are all around you now and watching your every vote and move new-cons make.
BUSHY veto's will guarantee a Democrat president in 2008. YES!!!
In 2006, the republican controlled Congress careened between trance and hysteria based on the price of gasoline. But did nothing to stop big oil from making record profits from the American people.
posted on January 19, 2007 05:40:26 AM new
Yea, Colin.
I mean after all....we COULD have done as the dems were recommending...RAISED THE TAXES ON GASOLINE.....and made it so much better for consumers.
What's the matter with you?
AND now that oil prices are around $50.00 a barrel, compared to where they were [approx] $79.00 a barrel.....can't you SEE that Bush SHOULD have just quit purchasing oil?
After all I KNOW 'waco'peepa could tell us just how this President COULD have taken charge and FORCED OPEC nations to not charge us so much.
posted on January 19, 2007 06:21:03 AM new
On the 'college loans'
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Some Republicans, the White House and other critics said the bill will not help current students pay high tuition costs because it is aimed at those who already have graduated.
Republicans also noted that the measure would provide the lowest 3.4 percent interest rate for just six months in 2011, after which it would revert back to the current 6.8 percent.
"This bill does nothing to expand the opportunity for kids to go to college," said Rep. Rob Bishop, Utah Republican.
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An Office of Management and Budget memo this week argued that the bill could drive up tuition costs by encouraging more student debt. But the White House stopped short of a veto threat, saying the Bush administration would support grants for low-income students and work with Congress on a "comprehensive approach" to improving access to higher education.
Both Republicans and the White House stressed that ****education institutions need to join the effort****.
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The current bill is expected to cost about $6 billion over five years.
Rep. Phil Gingrey, Georgia Republican, said the idea was good for a "quick sound-bite" on the campaign trail but that 90 percent of the promises have disappeared.
The conservative House Republican Study Committee (RSC) said in a policy memo that federal aid for higher education nearly doubled in the past decade, which some researchers think has contributed to increased tuition rates.
"As the federal and state governments absorb an increasingly large portion of college expenses, institutions of higher education can raise tuition at taxpayers' expense," the RSC memo said.
here wacopeepa - you might want to read this blog once in a while.....you might LEARN something. maybe...
Imo, those who have already graduated can/are/will be able to pay off their OWN debt. And then still support themselves well. They don't need help like those who can't afford college at all...don't qualify for loans...etc.
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Taken from Accuracy in Media website....
The Democrats Student Loan Deception
In an attempt by the Democrats to show that they are interested in education have announced that they plan to introduce legislation to cut interest rates on students loans in half from the current 6.8 percent.
On the surface this sounds like a great idea and that's what they want the public to think, that this effort will make college more accessible.
The reality is that accessibility has nothing to do with the rates on student loans, but more on family income and financial aid.
Also since student loans aren't repaid until after graduation chopping the interest rate has no immediate effect on students' budgets.
Since student loans are subsidized by the government the net effect of this proposed cut will be an additional $6 billion burden on taxpayers over five years.
The Democrats plan to offset this burden by reducing the guaranteed rate the lending institutions receive for making the loans, increasing the fee they charge the lenders to handle the loan and reducing the guarantee rate on loans that are defaulted.
These measures will cover about one third of the $6 billion figure leaving the taxpayers to foot the rest of the bill at this point.
In their zeal to go after big business, the Democrats are forgetting that when you increase the cost and lower the profits, businesses react by cutting back and reducing options.
In this case student borrowers will be hurt more than helped as fewer choices will mean less accessibility not more.
The problem with accessibility and affordability really doesn't lie with the student loan program since financial aid programs have gone from $9.6 billion to $48 billion in the last 5 years, but is largely due to the rapid increases in tuition.
According to the College Board, the average tuition adjusted for inflation has jumped 86 percent at public colleges and 52 percent at private colleges since the 1991-92 school year during a period of low inflation.
Loans are capped so students don't take on excessive debt, tuition isn't.
If the Democrats really wanted to help students then maybe they should be taking aim at the schools that have raised tuitions with impunity to pay for higher faculty salaries and fatten their already large endowments.
But since academia is largely a bastion for liberal thought that would be like biting the hand that feeds them and so the schools are safe from any attack by the party.
Unfortunately the students who should be fighting this change have been lied to and misled by the media and the Democrats and by the time they realize what has happened it will be too late.
[ edited by Linda_K on Jan 19, 2007 06:45 AM ]
posted on January 19, 2007 08:36:51 AM new
Ya, a raging Fascist would blame ACADEMIA for BUSH CUTTING FUNDS FOR EDUCATION....
Haha, ya it's all those liberal INTELLIGENT people who must be wrong!
HAHALOL!! Next linduh will be advocating that teachers get thrown out the windows FIRST!
Why am I not surprised that linduh hates education ....I think she may feel differently if she ever got close to it!
posted on January 19, 2007 10:27:53 AM newhere wacopeepa - you might want to read this blog once in a while.....
Wow, you assumed that bigdopa can actually read. If is wasn't for his Kindergarten mentallity on these boards, Cathy Cowfarm wouldn't be able to keep up.
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"Unfortunately there are levels of Stupid that just can't be cured!!" The current Demomoron motto.
posted on January 19, 2007 11:27:16 AM new
GRUNT,GRUNT,GRUNT Who except Liar_K would read and believe anything connected with people of your mindset or should I say mindless set?
All your dreams came crashing down with BUSHY and other fellow new-cons like Ney below.
Former Congressman Sentenced to Prison
(R)Ney Gets 30 Months for Role in Bribery
Scandal
By MATT APUZZO
AP
WASHINGTON (Jan. 19) - Former (R)Rep. Bob Ney was sentenced Friday to 30 months in federal prison for his role in a congressional bribery scandal.
Fall From Grace
Ney, the first congressman ensnared in the case, pleaded guilty to trading official favors for golf trips, tickets, meals and campaign donations from disgraced lobbyist Jack Abramoff.
U.S. District Judge Ellen Segal Huvelle said that Ney would serve his time at a federal prison in Morgantown, West Virginia.
When he is released, the judge said, Ney will serve another two years on probation and pay a $6,000 fine. She also ordered him into a prison alcohol rehabilitation program for treatment of a drinking problem he has acknowledged in recent months.
The sentence was harsher than recommended by prosecutors or Ney's lawyers, Huvelle said, because Ney had violated the trust place on him as a public official. "Both your constituents and the public trusted you to represent them honestly," she said.
Ney apologized to his family and constituents during a brief speech to the judge.
"I will continue to take full responsibility, accept the consequences and battle the demons of addiction that are within me," he said.
Earlier, Ney's defense team filed letters from his doctor and a former staff member who described his drinking problems and how they accelerated when he came under scrutiny in the Abramoff lobbying scandal.
HEY GRUNT, YA GOTTA ADMIT THE "ACCELERATED DRINKING PROBLEM" AFTER NEY WAS CAUGHT WITH HIS HAND IN THE COOKIE JAR IS VERY FUNNY.
posted on January 19, 2007 02:58:33 PM new
You may be right, Stonecold....after all he does mostly just repeat the same thing over and over...
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I think that increasing all educational funding from "financial aid programs have gone from $9.6 billion to $48 billion in the last 5 years, but is largely due to the rapid increases in tuition.....
is WAY too much ALREADY. Especially for those who constantly WHINE about the deficit.
After adults graduate from college/university they now have what they need to pay off their own bills. I understand they don't WANT to do so....neither do I ...for them. They have benefitted...and now they can pay their own bills. Might have to wait a while on buying those fancy homes, expensive cars, etc....but they have the means to now do it for themselves.
Imo, this is nothing more than working for the day when the gov. pays for all college educations...rather than the parents helping out...or paying for it all because THEY CAN....or borrowing the money and paying it back....OR working while going to college....as millions have done before them.
posted on January 19, 2007 03:12:42 PM newafter all he does mostly just repeat the same thing over and over...
Yup, he gets one thought in his head and it sure gets lonely up there, echoing around by itself.
"When I talk to liberals, I don't expect them to understand my positions on various issues. I spend most of my time trying to help them understand their own." —Mike Adams
posted on January 23, 2007 09:38:17 AM new
taken from The Hill.com
lol
Under the Dome reported last week on how the freshman senators were all-too-eager to take turns presiding over the chamber from the Senate pro tem?s chair. They may be, but they've been showing their inexperience with the customs of the upper chamber.
One sharp-eared tipster caught a few rookie mistakes emanating from gavel-holders Thursday.
Sen. Jon Tester (D-Mont.) at one point was attempting to call to order the unruly Senate after a vote, so that Sen. Dianne Feinstein (D-Calif.) could speak. He banged the gavel and said authoritatively, "Have order in the House!"
Someone on the floor responded, "House?"
Tester hastily corrected himself. "The Senate. My mistake."
A few minutes later, Sen. Claire McCaskill (D-Mo.) took her turn in the chair. "Are there any senators in the gallery wishing to vote or change their vote?? she asked.
The mistake? Senators can't vote from the gallery, only from the floor. "Although," our tipster opined, "it would be a lot more fun if they could."
Give 'em a little time to get up to speed, we say.
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"While the democratic party complains about everything THIS President does to protect our Nation": "What would a Democrat president have done at that point?"
"Apparently, the answer is: Sit back and wait for the next terrorist attack."
posted on January 23, 2007 10:01:30 AM new
That's what I mean about the poor neocons worrying about the deck chairs on the Titanic....they're sinking fast and point out procedural mistakes the "newbies" in congress make.
'Cause THAT's all they got ! LOL!
Well, compared to all the major giant mistakes the bush administration made it's NOTHING!
AND, these people did WIN their elections so I guess the Republicans they ran against made BIGGER mistakes LOLOL!!!!
Thank goodness for NEW fesh faces in Congress !!!!!!!!!!!!
posted on January 23, 2007 10:06:38 AM new
aaahhhh whats a "new fesh face"?...say that 5 times fast.
is that some kind of democratic disease,like
pimples,moles,acne,or some kind of puss infestation?
[ edited by classicrock000 on Jan 23, 2007 10:10 AM ]
posted on January 23, 2007 10:38:27 AM new
lol classic
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Yep, I'm just sure once those 'fesh' faces figure out which house they're in....they'll make great strides. But at the pace they're going - trying to figure out where they even are...I expect it to take some time.
Also a lot of those 'fesh' faces are CONservative dems....not more radical liberals. Which gives me hope they won't do TOO much damage. [More being on Americas side - rather than against her]
"While the democratic party complains about everything THIS President does to protect our Nation": "What would a Democrat president have done at that point?"
"Apparently, the answer is: Sit back and wait for the next terrorist attack."
posted on January 23, 2007 10:59:51 AM new
Oh linduh, I don't think you , YOU who spell puberty "puberity" (TWICE so it's NO typo), should make fun of another's mispelling. LOL!
And these people know EXACTLY where they are....they're standing in a spot a Republican ISN'T !
AHA HahahahhaahahLOL!!!
Squirm and nit-pick all you want...won't change a thing !!!!!
Are YOU a Bunghole?
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