Sen. Miller: Sept. 11 investigation energizes terrorists

[Judi Lynn]

Sen. Miller: Sept. 11 investigation energizes terrorists

The Associated Press - WASHINGTON

U.S. Sen. Zell Miller is questioning the usefulness of a panel investigating the terrorist attacks of 2001, arguing its public quarrels with the Bush administration could "energize our enemies and demoralize our troops."
(snip)

"The vindictive Clarke has now had his revenge, but what kind of hell has he, his CBS publisher, and his ax-to-grind advocates unleashed?" Miller said in a Senate floor speech Tuesday evening.

Miller, who has backed Bush on practically every major foreign and domestic initiative, said if there were intelligence breakdowns, Clarke was most to blame because he was in the "catbird seat" for a decade.

"It's obvious to me that this country is rapidly dividing itself into two camps _ the wimps and the warriors," Miller said. "The ones who want to argue and assess and appease, and the ones who want to carry this fight to our enemies and kill them before they kill us. And in case you haven't figured it out, I proudly belong to the latter."
(snip/...)

http://www.accessnorthga.com/news/ap_newfullstory.asp?ID=35050



The Zellmeister, striking a pose.

[wryter2000]

1. Lord

He's worse than a "real" republican. Gag.

[saigon68]

19. MILLER= A man who is exhibiting full blown Alzheimers

http://miller.senate.gov/usmc.htm

He was a Marine for 3 years from 1953 to 1956. He apparently wants the next generation of young Americans to become killers.. He is a very sick and disoriented man.

He would characterize us as Wimps. His friend Senator Saxby Chambliss is a Wimp and a DRAFT DODGER.

[tom_paine]

42. Wanna volunteer to kick his ass, saigon68?

He called us wimps. I'd volunteer for this mission, but I think he needs to get his ass kicked by a Combat Vet, not just a Regular Vet, to make the point.

"Wimps" indeed. Zell might have been a Marine once, but now he licks the boots of the Imperials and might as well be Molotov to Bush's Stalin.

NOTE to OHS Thugs: I'm joking, stupids!

[leesa]

46. So true! It's real courageous to invade defenseless countries.

[Judi Lynn]

58. We really need to stay away from the ones which can defend themselves.

That could be risky! We're lucky _Bush looks out for our safety.

[colorado_ufo]

59. Combat vet? Regular vet?

I took one look at his picture, and I could kick his ass - and I'm definitely in the "wimp" category!

[Judi Lynn]

61. Here's a more recent Zell photo

Sitting on stage during a _Bush speech with Saxby Chambliss, and Georgia Governor Sonny Perdue.




From the same event:

[Buns_of_Fire]

68. Where's Z3* in the second picture?

Trying out them new kneepads (with the presidential seal on them)? Hmmmmm?

If there were ever a "Trojan Democrat," he's it. He's always been it. But at least he's retiring at the end of his term -- which gives him carte blanche to let his true colors show through without fear of facing the electorate (and he knows it).

Let's face it -- he's as much of a prize to the Republicans now as it would be if John McCain suddenly started voting against everything BushBaby* does, publicly endorsed Kerry, and appeared at "Republicans for Kerry" rallies. (Except I've no doubt that McCain would do it with a lot more class.)

People like Z3 give ignorant rednecks like me a bad name. :-(


* Z3 = ZZZ = Zig-Zag Zell -- as he's known in Georgia...

[benfranklin1776]

20. Quite true.

Its like he is bending over backwards to show he is a loyal bootlicking stooge to his new handlers. For them he is a "useful idiot." He sets new daily records for the amount of trash emanating from his mouth, so much so he should be declared a point source of effluent waste.

[Just Me]

34. Yup, he's become the "provocateer",...which is far worse than appeasing,..

,...because "provocation" creates/instigates violence rather than inventing ways to suppress/address violence.

"They" just don't GET that!!!

Why?

Oh,...uh,...never mind,...it's a control freak thingy which precludes the possibility of actually solving problems.

[achtung_circus]

2. Since when has assessment been a bad thing? n/t

[arcane1]

3. my god, can he honestly say this with a straight face????

might as well not have crime-scene investigations, either, it will energiz murderers


Zell Miller doesn't care about our safety, Zell Miller doesn't mourn the 3,000 dead. Zell Miller only cares about making Bush look good, no matter who must die and who must get away with it

rot in hell, Zell

[The Zanti Regent]

40. Hey Zell, why aren't YOU in IRAQ fighting for what YOU believe in?

Cut the talk Senator Chickenhawk and walk the walk!

[PROGRESSIVE1]

4. "Dick Russell" Miller, "Mint Julip" Chambliss, "Jefferson Davis" Purdue"..

.....gee, Georgia is looking more like the "Taliban Controlled Afganastan"!!!

Miller :puke: :mad: :argh:

[bobbieinok]

5. everyone who doesn't praise W all the time 'energizes terrorists'

[Occulus]

6. I would think

Clarke would know far, far better than Miller what the consequences of the 9/11 commission, and his criticism of the * admin, would have regarding international terrorism.

Maybe it's Clarke's experience over four administrations, or deep involvement with counterterrorism efforts across multiple agencies, bur I think Clarke is well aware of the lack of effect all this will have on those terrorists.

Zell is a lot like a postal automation supervisor of ten years telling an automation clerk how to run the machines. The supervisor's never done it, so he lacks credibility.

[grytpype]

7. Why is he still in the Democratic party?

He's as stupid, crooked, and dishonest as the worst Republican.

THROW HIM OUT!

[mulethree]

56. oops disregard, wrong place in thread

[daleo]

8. They hate us for our investigations

The Warren Commission energized LHO as well.

[dax]

37. Wonder how much Al Queda GREW while they were looking at the blue dress!

Clinton would have smashed Al Queda if these fucks hadn't tied the whole world up over their bimbo games.

[indepat]

9. Still not enough "F" words in my vocabulary to adequately describe Zell

[Liberal Veteran]

24. Let me try: Fuck that fucked up fucking fucktard and the fucking horse.

...he fucking road in on.

[stepnw1f]

10. Another Sign of Desperation

Boy do they want this investigation to end! So much shit is going to hit the fan. And for those who are afraid of cornering rat... I can't wait to see what these wuse bags do next. I love seeing the big mouths whimper. Ever face down a bigger guy? I have... it's sweet. Boy was he embarrassed.

[Elidor]

11. We can only hope his doctor notices the brain tumor soon...

[Room101]

12. Call him a Conspiracy nut - I'm serous

Please stand by for a message from Big Brother.

[ElementaryPenguin]

13. Kerry - a war hero - is a "wimp" - Bush, an AWOL Texas Guard - a warrior!

Zell - the Democratic Branch of the Reich Wing!

:crazy:

:silly:

:puke:

[0007]

39. Send that one to Zell - the ignorant clueless idiot

[waldenx]

14. Don't worry Zell, Kerry agrees with you.

Kerry is out to prove to republicans that he is percieved as "tough."
Zell must be close to securing that VP slot.

[Skip Intro]

22. Did Kerry say the 9*11 commission/discussion puts us a greater risk?

If he did, I haven't heard about it. I think I haven't heard about it because he hasn't said it. If you have info otherwise, I'd appreciate a link.

I wasn't a big fan of Kerry before the primaries, and am not very happy that we have someone who voted for the war resolution, but I believe he was calling for Condi to testify publicly.

[Media_Lies_Daily]

36. If you have a link to back up your comments, please post it ASAP...

...otherwise you just make yourself look bad when you make comments like this.

[sniffa]

15. zeLL admits he's a wimp. that's good

i just reaLized he's caLLing me a terrorist... the investigation has energized me.

[Skip Intro]

16. I think cowards who fear truth are our weakest link

hey miller,

I want to know what the hell happened, you senile traitor, and your permission is not required. In fact, your objection to the truth being known damages us more than any binladen, omar, or hussein ever could. You represent a rotting from within, and we as a nation are weaker because of you.

For what price, sir, did you sell your loyalty to our country?

[ThatPoetGuy]

17. Despicable stupid ass

Hey Zell, if we don't learn the truth of what happened, we energize fascism.


What the fuck is wrong with these people?


"If you question our leadership, it's clear you are an enemy of the people," they seem to be saying, when it's clear that the leadership is the enemy of the people.

[robertpaulsen]

18. Did this DINO say Watergate was energizing Communists?!

What a blohard! To paraphrase Carlin, I hope he falls in a septic tank and floats with the rest of the turds.

[Catherine Vincent]

21. Did the rat bastard say this when Clinton was being attacked by right wing

pricks day in and day out in the 90's?! Probably not!

[skooooo]

23. By all means, let's have a closed society!!!

...that's what we're headed for anyway.

[Carmerian]

25. I propose a new name for him : "Shill Miller"

Very fashionable indeed.

[_NorCal_D_]

72. I am particularly fond of

'Benedict Miller', but that definitely works well too. B-)

[dawn]

26. What an idiot...

Yeah, there ARE two types of people. The kind that think for themselves, and the kind that march lock-step with this murderous administration.

Guess which side he's on? haha. Why is he even in the Democratic Party? What a tool.

[Nlighten1]

27. Can we kick him out of the party?

[Spirochete]

28. It's just not fair

Wellstone went down in a plane, and this delusional gasbag is still spouting off all over the place. Seems to happen that way always.

[The Magistrate]

29. This Pustulent Wretch Ought To Be Purged From The Democratic Senate Caucus

"Take him down...."

"LET'S GO GET THOSE BUSH BASTARDS!"

[Rex]

30. He must know something we don't.

No one acts this retarded on purpose.

[Lisa]

31. Sorry, but isn't the inquiry supposed to be the kind of thing ...

... that the troops are fighting for?

Truth, justice, accountability, etc.?

[9215]

32. It is not the division per se, but

rather what we are divided over that matters. Only a gutless political trollop grandstanding for PR would seek unity without addressing the underlying reasons for the division.

Remember the Vietnam Conflict divided the country and that was, IMHO, neccessary to bring about an end to it.

[bluestateguy]

33. Wimps and Warriors. That so?

Let's just see how many of the so called "warriors" are ready to put on a uniform when the draft comes back, and how many of them whine in front of their draft board with bullshit excuses.

[sandnsea]

35. Who's doing the fighting Zell?

I think it's the kids of us "wimps" over there doing the fighting. "It's obvious to me that this country is rapidly dividing itself into two camps _ the wimps and the warriors," And old Zell might just be surprised which one rises up to kick the shit out of the other.

[grasswire]

38. Dana Rohrabacher...

...said essentially the same thing on MSNBC. He said that the captured terrorists have told interrogators that American opposition to the war on Iraq has emboldened them.

[Kool Kitty]

50. I heard this asshole say that on MSNBC.

And he knows this information HOW? How does he have access to this info? He's so full of shit, it's coming out of his ears. And Zell, just put a sock in it, okay?

[kodi]

41. he's wrong. it illustrates our strength, not our weakness.

the same crap miller is spewing on this is what others spewed when they demanded an anti flag burning amendment.


they think that democracy is too fragile for the truth and freedom of expression, so they dampen it and call it security.

imagine an al quaeda follwer who sees that the americans are seeking the truth, in public. does it resonate in that man that the americans are a weak, feckless lot, or does it show the transparancy and resiliance of the american political structure, which is the opposite picture of what al quaeda propaganda depicts.

[Zhade]

43. I hope everyone making comments on this thread sends them to Miller.

He needs to hear what a treasonous piece of shit he is.

[peterh]

44. So…in other words Zell….

We should all take a step back and reconsider questioning our government’s intentions….uhhh Zell…this one is for you…

[yardwork]

45. If Gore had been president on 9/11 (supposing the attacks had happened)

would Zell Miller and the other Republicans in Congress be talking this way? I think not.

And, he really is a moran. Take a look at this comment again:

"The ones who want to argue and assess and appease, and the ones who want to carry this fight to our enemies and kill them before they kill us. And in case you haven't figured it out, I proudly belong to the latter."

Not unless he switched sides very recently (like five minutes ago). It was Richard Clarke and the Clinton administration that bombed Afghanistan and killed a bunch of al Quaida. It was Richard Clarke who was jumping up and down trying to get the * winkies to pay attention and DO SOMETHING when the 9/11 attack was imminent.

It was the Republicans and their buddies like Zell who yelled at Clinton for taking action against al Quaida (wag the dog). It was the * wimp-astration that ignored all calls to do something about the impending 9/11 attack and decided to take the summer off for vacation instead.

Who's the hawk, Zell?

What an asshole.

[yellowcanine]

47. Shut up Zell

and that goes for the horse you rode in on as well. You self rightous traitor.

[rfkrocks]

48. Boy Zell its great you don't assess a situation

Our country never stood for thoughtful discussion before declaring war for bogus reasons-if we did that we would LIVE IN A REPUBLIC YOU MORON!

[mmonk]

49. Foolish me...and I thought it was all the military bases

we were putting in their countries. Well let's stop this commission thing and build more bases so they'll calm down and not be energized.

[NickB79]

51. At the Nazi concentration camps

The Jewish guards given power over the other Jewish prisoners were supposed to be the most brutal of all, even outdoing hardcore Nazi soldiers in atrocities. Looks like Zell's gone down the same road, appeasing his Republican masters.

[mobuto]

73. That's a historical myth

But Zell is no myth - he's a very scary guy.

[moondust]

52. Wrong Zell. Not investigating helps the terrorists.

It leaves you vulnerable and makes you look stupid. You don't fix anything by ignoring it, hoping it will all just go away. Most people learn that at a very young age. A shotgun approach won't work either Zell. You can't kill everybody. The irresponsible use of violence will only create more bitter enemies and make it all much worse for a much longer time.

These are pretty basic concepts, Zell. The fact that you do not understand them disqualifies you from public service. Things like 9-11 happen because of fools like you.

[TrueStory]

53. A simple soulution - if Chimp and his gang is stepping away

investigation would get less publicity
and that would be Chimp's most patriotic act.

[Blasphemer]

54. I can't even get angry at him anymore..

The man is clearly suffering from some sort of mental illness. Seeking truth = energizing our enemies; Holding the government accountable for mistakes = demoralizing our troops. Zell should just stand on the Senate floor, handing out the armbands and lead us in a goosestep.

[SideshowScott]

55. Dear god..SWITCH ZELL SWITCH!! You Dixiecrat!

We dont need you..All you are is a Dixiecrat that all your good for is to try to make the democrats look bad..WHY oh WHY has anyone dat the DNC done nothing about Zell

[mulethree]

57. But Zell, Clarke only said our warriors are on the wrong battlefield

[Cooley Hurd]

60. Zell is a friggin dimwit!

Take the fight to the enemies??? Okay, old man... YOU FIRST!

Glad he hitched his political wagon to the Chimp's star - they'll both go down together...

[Solly Mack]

62. Time for that mountain boy to climb back up the hill -

kick off his shoes, and squish his toes through the pig shit instead of spewing it for all to hear.

[President Jesus]

63. detail of Zell's political contributions, '99-'04

http://www.newsmeat.com/fec/bystate_detail.php?st=GA&last=Miller&first=Zell

$2000 to Bush!!!!!

[ima_sinnic]

64. just die already you overstuffed pustulating hairy slimeball excuse

for a real thinking human being.

dictionary definition of "horse's ass": Zell Miller

[Classical_Liberal]

65. If there is one Southern tossup state, I want it is Georgia

I want to win Georgia just to humiliate Miller.

[farmbo]

66. Zell Miller: the Stateside Warrior...

Zell plasters his three year Marine corps stint 1953-56, all over his website and campaign literature. (He enlisted in the Corps in lieu of prosecution for drunk driving and hit-and-run in 1953)

His service to his country: defending the PX at camp LeJune... a military record only George W. Bush could envy.

Yet his shtick is clearly geared to portray Kerry--the real warrior--as a "wimp".

Focus groups suggest the Kerry campaign's should respond to Zell Miller's name calling as follows:

"I know you are...but what am I?"

[callous taoboy]

67. Zell Miller

can go fuck himself.

[salin]

69. Have to wonder what is in it for him?

One thing to be a Dino. Another to take pre-emptive potshot after potshot at those who don't agree with the boyking. Doesn't he seem to jump in the fray a great deal with increasingly harsh words? Why? He retires shortly, so its not for political reasons.

[farmbo]

70. Cabinet Post in Bush* II administration?

I wouldn't bet against it.

:puke:

[salin]

71. Only if that was to parlay into a bigger paying industry job

related to whatever department he might cabinet. Perhaps instead a cushy Carlyle or Haliburton job where he can enrich himself at the taxpayers expense?