superdave,

As to your earlier comment, what is sad are people who are making decisions who are incapable and cannot see complete pictures but are only capable of seeing incomplete parts of a picture at one time but even worst, not realizing that such failure brings disaster upon you as with the Iraq war which has caused more instability in the Middle East and the entire world. See even you fit into this group of people.

Also look at what has happened financially because of this war, we have NO money! Have you not noticed that GREED and DEREGULATION in the U.S. are the reasons for all our ills (country’s financial crisis)? And, the reason we can’t handle this crisis ourselves is because of the “Iraq War”. We have harmed the ENTIRE WORLD’S economy due to poor leadership! Well, these are the kind of things that happens when you are lead by the “Joe Six Packs” of the world and those who the “Joe Six Packs” feel like they would love to have a beer with. Thank God that a little more than half the people in our world can see this now.

It ain’t pretty what’s ahead and thank God above that a measured and balanced man will be leading this country through it.

When much must be accomplished for not only the citizens of America but, the world wide, it can only be accomplished under GREAT LEADERSHIP and direction.

This is what I believe that Corinne McAfee sees so wisely. Heck, the Conservatives base thinks that Sara Palin would be a great person to lead us through all that we are facing as a country on so many different fronts.

It is so time to stop this crazy divisive politics in this country. We are seriously looking at some rough times ahead and, just because we are today comfortable doesn’t mean you will be later.

D. Walker,

While I do agree that we should look forward, your look at the past is a little flawed. While you may disagree with how and why we went into Iraq, it has not caused more destabilization. Remember that Sadam initiated two wars under his rule and was threatening more. At the time we decided to finish off the Gulf War, the evidence was pointing to him having some really bad weapons. It didn’t turn out that way, but we are not worse off because of it.

Greed is bad, I agree. Government greed is really bad. You complain about the war draining us of money, but you really should look at all the other things that we wasted our money on. Remember, our military is the only government spending that is mandated by our Constitution. It is non-discretionary. When citizens face tough times, they cut back on the discretionary spending. The greedy government does not.

You say deregulation is the problem. How is that so? We had two companies run by the US government, supported heavily by the Democrats and they single-handedly destroyed our financial institutions. If the government was not involved in those companies, possibly we wouldn’t have loaned money out to people who could not pay. (Everyone is not entitled to a house)

Assuming that Barack is able to take the office in January, I agree that he will be a much better communicator than Bush. He also will probably be a very good leader. But as you saw the days after he was elected, the financial market does not like someone who is going to destroy the economy with increased taxes — that is what Barack guarantees that he will do. Taxes will go up for EVERYONE! Hopefully Barack breaks out the economics books and reads up on that.

First off you need to understand who these companies, Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae are and that they ARE NOT RUN BY THE GOVERNMENT and are stockholder-owned corporations that are government sponsered corporations and again,are not run by the government.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fannie_Mae

Wikipedia above gives you a very elementary and accurate understanding of who these entities are. They only guaranteed loans and it were banks that behaved irresponsible, greedy and self-serving and are the very reasons why EXTREMELY STRICT regulation is a necessity, you can never trust businesses, corporate CEO’s and boards or self interested people with much to gain, period, to do the right thing, it just isn’t in the nature of human beings naturally.

If you think that the financial markets are ruined because of Wall Street thinking that Obama is going to raise taxes, how naive and hilarious. And as far as Wall Street, they are the problem to most of this country’s ills.

And, because of the lack of strict regulation we are reaping the fruits of what the banking industry, corporate America and unqualified and incompetent leaders have sowed, and we are no where near finished reaping what they have sowed.

Think, if the Iraq war has not caused more instability in the Middle East, what then are the causes for the madness that we are seeing in Afghanistan and Pakistan?

Lastly, you say matter of factly that TAXES WILL RAISE FOR EVERYONE. My advice to you on that one is to not believe that little deceiving voice whispering lies into your ears.

” They only guaranteed loans and it were banks that behaved irresponsible, greedy and self-serving”

You forgot that banks were MANDATED by CONGRESS to make the risky loans under CRA(p). CRA(p) was signed by who?

“and are the very reasons why EXTREMELY STRICT regulation is a necessity, you can never trust businesses,”

But you can trust government? Your HIGH! Chris Dodd, Barney Frank, Jamie Gorelick, Rahm Emmanuel, all government officials, all democrats, all complacent in the housing crash.

“corporate CEO’s and boards or self interested people with much to gain, period, to do the right thing, it just isn’t in the nature of human beings naturally.”

Raines, Johnson, Gorelick, Emmanuel. All CEO’s or board members of F&F. ALl complacent in accounting and housing scandals, all got the Golden Parachute. All advisors too, or politically tied to democrats and The Chosen One.

“If you think that the financial markets are ruined because of Wall Street thinking that Obama is going to raise taxes, how naive and hilarious.”

You have a different explanation for business’ being scared of an Obama administration? They saw the plans, they knew they were going to get screwed. People with money are cashing out of the market to avoid an increase in capitol gains taxes.

“And as far as Wall Street, they are the problem to most of this country’s ills.”

That, and liberalism. More liberalism than Wall Street though.

“And, because of the lack of strict regulation we are reaping the fruits of what the banking industry, corporate America and unqualified and incompetent leaders have sowed, and we are no where near finished reaping what they have sowed.”

18 times from 2001 to 2006 the Bush administration tried to reel in F&F, each time they were rebuked by democrats.

“Think, if the Iraq war has not caused more instability in the Middle East, what then are the causes for the madness that we are seeing in Afghanistan and Pakistan?”

the madness is our enemy, al-quada, being slaughtered and trying anything to stay relevant. More people were killed in Chicago than by combat in Iraq, want to abandon that as well?

“Lastly, you say matter of factly that TAXES WILL RAISE FOR EVERYONE. My advice to you on that one is to not believe that little deceiving voice whispering lies into your ears.”

You are correct, he is wrong. Taxes will only rise for those that pay taxes. The Chosen One’s “tax credit” scheme will give money back to those that pay NO NET TAXES!!!

I think Corinne’s blog proved something we already knew, lazy people won the election for Obama. The problem with liberals (notice, not Democrats)is that they claim it is always someone else who made the mess, and they want someone else to clean it up. I am sure we will see a glimmer of hope in the near future and the media will glow, but once it fails, and it will fail, they will blame someone else, expect someone else to clean up the mess. People need to look at themselves to fix their problems, and not expect someone else to. Corinne, I don’t need the government telling me how to live my life and to take care of myself and my family. If I mess up in life, I have no one else to blame but myself because of decisions I made.

With all of the recent bail outs one has to wonder if there will ever be a solution that will really work in the favor of the tax paying public. To me the most simplest of solutions will work the best. If the next stimulus for taxpayer would come on an order along these lines…every taxpayer with incomes under 1 million per year would receive 1 million dollars..the banks woud be employed again….distribution via a prepaid debit card….no welfare payments for one year, no unemployment for one year…you can activate your card thru your favorite bank… pay off your back mortgages…no court interventions…another savings..student loans paid off..restoring the student loans coffers..taxes paid to local, state and federal governments paid upon activation…back child support paid..no more debtors prisons…another savings…a minimum of 45 to 50 percent return on the governments investment in its own citizens..a quicker return than the expected return given by the banks..I would buy a new car..like a lot of people..jobs…the ederly who have given the most will be made whole after the beating they took with no recourse…this condition we are in requires maximum participation of all citizens..pay for a college education..this is only the beginning..leaders should lead the people to a better place and not just maintain status quo..
— robert adams

Geez….he hasn’t even been sworn in and superdumbdave and Sage the Idiot are already condemning Obama. After 8 years of Bush, you would think your eyes would be open. But no. Remember, we went to war based on a myriad of lies and half-truths. We would probably already have Osama BinLaden had we waged the war we should have waged. Instead, we invaded a country that really had nothing to do with the terrorist attacks. So, don’t preach to us “liberals” about being blind sheep. You would follow Bush to the ends of the Earth without questioning his logic (or lack of it). Take a look around you dummies. Our country is in horrible condition. We have an opportunity to move forward but you want to wallow in misery and negativity.

Sage…your comments…”I own no weapons but I’m sorely tempted to acquire them and provide relief for the patriots that feel a compulsion to “sacrifice.” I would suggest you do something about this pent-up anger. It really is frightening. Sounds like a thinly veiled threat.

The following are definitions of “liberal.” Thank God I’m a liberal.

1. favorable to progress or reform, as in political or religious affairs.
2. (often initial capital letter) noting or pertaining to a political party advocating measures of progressive political reform.
3. of, pertaining to, based on, or advocating liberalism.
4. favorable to or in accord with concepts of maximum individual freedom possible, esp. as guaranteed by law and secured by governmental protection of civil liberties.
5. favoring or permitting freedom of action, esp. with respect to matters of personal belief or expression: a liberal policy toward dissident artists and writers.
6. of or pertaining to representational forms of government rather than aristocracies and monarchies.
7. free from prejudice or bigotry; tolerant: a liberal attitude toward foreigners.
8. open-minded or tolerant

So, when you use the term “Liberal” as something derogatory….I take it, and most liberals would as well, as a compliment. Obama won. Just like we knew he would. Now we are ready for change.

I’m sorry Corrine but I just can’t rally around your community organizer. The thought of someone like him standing over the tomb of the unknown is revolting.

Don’t call on me Obama.

Da-

Someone like the President of the United States ?

SPP6118:

“Sage…your comments…”I own no weapons but I’m sorely tempted to acquire them and provide relief for the patriots that feel a compulsion to “sacrifice.” I would suggest you do something about this pent-up anger. It really is frightening. Sounds like a thinly veiled threat.”

This is not pent-up anger it is an act of compassion for a fool that desires sacrifice. I did not suggest it, I only offered my services.

“The following are definitions of “liberal.” Thank God I’m a liberal.

1. favorable to progress or reform, as in political or religious affairs.
2. (often initial capital letter) noting or pertaining to a political party advocating measures of progressive political reform.
3. of, pertaining to, based on, or advocating liberalism.
4. favorable to or in accord with concepts of maximum individual freedom possible, esp. as guaranteed by law and secured by governmental protection of civil liberties.
5. favoring or permitting freedom of action, esp. with respect to matters of personal belief or expression: a liberal policy toward dissident artists and writers.
6. of or pertaining to representational forms of government rather than aristocracies and monarchies.
7. free from prejudice or bigotry; tolerant: a liberal attitude toward foreigners.
8. open-minded or tolerant

So, when you use the term “Liberal” as something derogatory….I take it, and most liberals would as well, as a compliment. Obama won. Just like we knew he would. Now we are ready for change.”

Why do so many loopy crackpots use the definition of “liberal” to soothe their savage, Socialistic instincts?

Main Entry: Loopy

Inflected Form(s):
loop·i·er; loop·i·est
Date:
1856

1 : having or characterized by loops
2 : crazy , bizarre