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sfecap Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Thu Oct-02-03 01:02 PM
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The Wit and Wisdom of Wesley Clark
The Wit and Wisdom of Wesley Clark

As a special public service, My Stupid Dog is proud to present a collection of memorable statements from the current Democratic front-runner.

A Man Who Hears the Clarion Call of History: These are historic times and we are going to run a campaign that is worthy of historic times.

A True Public Spirit: I remember a couple of times in the military when the ballot either got there late or I wasn't there when the ballot arrived.

A Man of Experience: If I've learned one thing in my nine days of politics, you better be careful with hypothetical questions.

An American Patriot, sort of: Patriotism doesn't consist of following the orders, not, not not when you're not in the chain of command.

Fierce Defender of Freedom: If you look at the way we operated in Eastern Europe, we were effective in taking down communism because there was no embargo. The Iron Curtain was something they built, not something we imposed.

A Man of Principle: I am pro-choice, I am pro-affirmative action, I'm pro-environment, pro-health. That's why I'm proud to be a Democrat.

A Man of Principle, part two: I would have been a Republican if Karl Rove had returned my phone calls.

A Man Who Remembers the Little People: It's like what we did in the military when we went to the motor pool and talked to the troops — only better.

A Man With a Mission: I miss being in the Army. It's a wonderful thing to have a team, to have a mission, to build a sense of purpose, to see a plan come together.

A Man of Peace: Let's make one thing real clear, I would never have voted for this war. I've gotten a very consistent record on this.

A Man of War: At the time, I probably would have voted for , but I think that's too simple a question.

A Man of Peace and War, but probably War: I've said it both ways because when you get into this, what happens is you have to put yourself in a position -- on balance, I probably would have voted for it.

A Man of Peace now, and War later: That having been said, I was against the war as it emerged because there was no reason to start it when we did.

A Man of Peace after all: I never would have voted for war. What I would have voted for is leverage. Leverage for the United States to avoid a war. That's what we needed to avoid a war.

A Man Who Asks Tough Questions: We are going to ask, Why are we engaged in Iraq, Mr. President — tell the truth! Why, Mr. President? Was it because Saddam Hussein was assisting the hijackers? Was it because Saddam Hussein had a nuclear weapon that might bring a nuclear cloud? We don't know. And that's the truth. And we have to ask that question.

A Man Who Asks for Help: Mary, help!

A Man of Conviction: Stop. Stop. I promised I wasn't going to take a strong position.

A Man of Firm Conviction: I don't know enough to give you a comprehensive answer at this point. I know enough not to give you a comprehensive answer at this point.

A Man of Unshakably Firm Conviction: I'm not going to set a policy with you winging it in the back of an airplane.

A Man of Absolutely, Unshakably Firm Conviction: I'm not committing anything right now to anything, until I've got my economic facts and figures in order.

A Man of Unquestionably, Absolutely, Unshakably Firm Conviction: I'd like to see the military relook the <"don't ask, don't tell"> policy. I didn't say change it — I said relook it.

A Man Who Loves Iowa: Now this is an Iowa breakfast! That's a real Iowa outfit! Some of my best friends from the military are from Iowa.

A Man Who Respects the Cuban-American Community: I respect the Cuban-American community.

A Man What Takes His Time: It's not like the election's tomorrow.

http://www.mystupiddog.blogspot.com/2003_09_21_mystupiddog_archive.html

LOL...pretty funny stuff!

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WoodrowFan Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Thu Oct-02-03 01:05 PM
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1. some of those
are already debunked RW talking points. I bet we could so soemthign like that for Dean as well, if we want to spread rw lies for rove and company.
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sfecap Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Thu Oct-02-03 01:08 PM
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4. Every statement Dean has ever made has been thoroughly
parsed here ad infinitum...

Relax and enjoy the humor.
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vi5 Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Thu Oct-02-03 01:12 PM
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10. Every statement? Parsed?
I'm assuming by that you mean every negative statement has been summarily dismissed as meaningless right wing spin, no matter how accurate or specific the quote may be?

I'm not saying that it's not the same from Clark or Kerry supporters but there's been plenty that Dean supporters haven't adequately explained or justified beyond saying "But he's speaking out against bush!!...." or "he energizes the base!!!" etc. etc.

To act like everything that's been thrown at Dean has withstood every ounce of scrutiny is more than a little inaccurate.

If that is not what you are saying then fine. But that seemed to be the implication.
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meegbear Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Thu Oct-02-03 01:12 PM
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11. I agree ...
we've already proven dean is a totally incompetent nitwit who's not worthy or capable of serving higher office.
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PAMod Donating Member (651 posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Thu Oct-02-03 01:17 PM
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16. Just so you fall in line after the convention
Sheesh!
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Renew Deal Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Thu Oct-02-03 01:19 PM
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17. Have you heard about the Philidelphia Jets football team?
I haven't, but Dean has.
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WoodrowFan Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Thu Oct-02-03 01:07 PM
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2. quoting a RW site?
isn't that a non-no??

from the same blog..



What limited-government conservatives can learn from natural disasters

When disaster strikes, the first thing you hear is that local, state, and federal government will be reduced to "essential personnel only." As a friend of mine remarked, "Shouldn't that be true every day?"

Firemen, police, and road crews were deemed necessary, so they all showed up for work. Regulators and bureaucrats weren't needed, so they stayed home. Tax collectors stayed home, as did schoolteachers. At long last, government had gone back to the basics, if only temporarily. The hurricane was far and away the wettest of libertarian wet dreams.

During the past week, we also saw the advantage of privatized services over government monopolies. For example, the electric company is not a government service. Its revenue depends on customer satisfaction, not our tax dollars. That's why, when the power goes out in Virginia, it's only out for hours or days, instead of weeks or months like in Iraq or Uganda. Yet our government manages roadways, so if a bridge goes out or a street gets flooded, the damage will take years to repair.

My parents used to say that the best time to shop for a house was after a flood; you could tell which land drained well, and which property took on water. In the same way, the aftermath of a natural disaster offers a interesting opportunity for limited-government conservatives. We've already acknowledged which services we absolutely need, and which ones we don't. Now all we need is someone to wield the ax.
posted by Tim 2:51:22 AM

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madmax Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Thu Oct-02-03 01:07 PM
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3. A man we may be calling
Mr. President :evilgrin:
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KC21304 Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Thu Oct-02-03 01:16 PM
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15. Or as I prefer Mr. Vice President.
Kerry/Clark

I think he is great.
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WoodrowFan Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Thu Oct-02-03 01:11 PM
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8. check the original blog...
the author of this hachet job brags about his political site..

Andrew Sullivan, my favorite political blogger, has mentioned My Stupid Dog on his website. Keep scrolling; I'm near the bottom of today's entries, but by golly I'm there. Can you think of a nicer birthday present, gentle reader? I can, too. But I can't think of a nicer present that doesn't cost anything. At last I'm part of the Vast Right Wing Conspiracy!
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sfecap Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Thu Oct-02-03 01:13 PM
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13. Careful there, Clarkette...
Edited on Thu Oct-02-03 01:15 PM by sfecap
..better read the rules.

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KC21304 Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Thu Oct-02-03 01:09 PM
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6. Are you sure you couldn't find equally " funny stuff "
in any candidates words if you were allowed to take them out of context ? Even Dean ?
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sfecap Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Thu Oct-02-03 01:11 PM
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9. Of course!
n/t
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mojowork_n Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Thu Oct-02-03 01:10 PM
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7. Sure, but don't forget...
...the general's just sooooo *telegenic*. The camera loves him, boobie.

Who's to quibble about verbal clumsiness and lack of focus, when the man has such a fine, presidential head of hair?

I ask you!

Actually, it is still way, way early. Who knows, if in a year or so it looks like he can beat Bush, I may have to hold my nose and mark the ballot at arm's length...
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rucky Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Thu Oct-02-03 01:13 PM
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12. Can't Beat All The Bush-isms, tho...
Nothing comes close.

I never, ever want to become a public figure.
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Rowdyboy Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Thu Oct-02-03 01:15 PM
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14. This blogger has LOTS of interesting stuff...
Why didn't you quote the part where he defends the assassination of Chilean President Allende by Richard Nixon? Your use of HIGHLY QUESTIONABLE sources totally discredits your point. JMO.
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