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Title: Title: Ron Paul ... A Modern-Day --- Pat Paulsen
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URL Source: http://www.ibtimes.com/articles/270 ... lection-republican-president.h
Published: Dec 20, 2011
Author: Palash R. Ghosh
Post Date: 2011-12-21 14:08:33 by BorisY
Keywords: retrogrades, luddites, imbeciles
Views: 13240
Comments: 27
Ron Paul: A Modern-Day Pat Paulsen By Palash R. Ghosh Subscribe to Palash's RSS feed December 20, 2011 Pat Paulsen was a nondescript comedian and satirist who gained fame in the 1960s television show “The Smothers Brothers” and who “ran for president” during every election from 1968 through 1996. Paulsen’s mock-candidacy was so brilliant that many people did not get the “joke” and actually voted him in as write-in candidate. In some primaries (both Democrat and Republican) his name actually appeared on the ballots as an “official” candidate. Sadly, Paulsen died in 1997. After the comedian’s death, Tommy Smothers commented: “[Pat Paulsen] always had this powerful sense of commitment when he ran [for president]. There was no joke about it, though there was the joke underneath it. He never let on that it’s a joke, which is amazing. Whenever I’d walk around with him, people would yell, ‘Hey, Mr. President.’” Must Read Like Father Like Son? North Korea Mourns 'Dear Leader' Automaker Saab Files for BankruptcyLike us on Facebook However, I believe Paulsen has been reincarnated… and his name is Ron Paul. Aside from having a startling physical resemblance to Paulsen, the homely, rubber-faced Paul would also appear to be a “joke” candidate -- although his rabid core supporters don’t seem to get the joke. Ron Paul has no hope of getting the presidential nomination, much less ever becoming the chief executive. His “campaigns” for president have become a once-in-every-four-year joke. His loyal supporters (who basically remind of me the mindless adherents of some cult) claim that Paul is for “freedom” and espouses so-called “libertarian” principles. From what I can ascertain, Paul’s central core belief is that the government is too large and must be substantially reduced, thereby lowering the financial burden on taxpayers. But consider what that really means – Paul wants to, among other things, eliminate the Federal Reserve, Department of Education, Department of Homeland Security, and the IRS, among many other arms of government. He seeks to drastically cut foreign aid, and withdraw from NATO and the United Nations. He opposed the government’s campaign to assassinate Osama bin Laden and generally dislikes almost any kind of foreign intervention. He was adamantly opposed to the Patriot Act and didn’t want federal money to pay for airline security (instead, he suggested that pilots should be armed). At one point, Paul suggested eliminating the income tax, then recently he proposed a flat 10 percent tax. It’s hard to pin down Paul according to ideology – he seems to adhere to no coherent political philosophy. He is, to put it simply, all things to all people. Some conservatives like Paul because he is (he claims) opposed to abortion and illegal immigration. Some liberals like him because he opposed the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan; and has also made statements that the federal government should not have a say over marijuana use or same-sex marriage. Thus, one has to wonder why Paul bothers running in presidential elections at all? Is it to satisfy his ego? Does he really think that some of his extremist fringe political views will actually spill over into the mainstream Republican platform? He and his supporters know he has no chance to win – but every four years they go through this bizarre, pointless, futile, and wearying exercise. And, most importantly, if Paul hates and fears the federal government so much (i.e., it’s too big, unwieldy, intrusive and powerful), then why on earth does he want to lead it as the President? I also wonder if there may be some kind of conspiracy afoot – that is, perhaps the ‘mainstream’ Republicans are using Paul as a stark contrast to their more electable candidates. It’s rather like Paul is a sideshow in a circus act and the GOP is saying: “Compared to that crackpot, our regular candidates are far more acceptable and sane.” Perhaps Paul should simply admit that he’s a joke and then I would enjoy his performance as a ‘mock-candidate.’ Then, he’d really become a real-life Pat Paulsen! To report problems or to leave feedback about this article, e-mail: p.ghosh@ibtimes.com To contact the editor, e-mail: editor@ibtimes.com
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#1. To: BorisY (#0)
My sig says it all.
“Contemplate the mangled bodies of your countrymen, and then say 'what should be the reward of such sacrifices?' Bid us and our posterity bow the knee, supplicate the friendship and plough, and sow, and reap, to glut the avarice of the men who have let loose on us the dogs of war to riot in our blood and hunt us from the face of the earth? If ye love wealth better than liberty, the tranquility of servitude than the animated contest of freedom, go from us in peace. We ask not your counsels or arms. Crouch down and lick the hands which feed you. May your chains sit lightly upon you, and may posterity forget that you were our countrymen!” -- Samuel Adams --
In battle armies wear distinctive uniforms to prevent them from killing each other ! It's a sad state of affairs when liberals have you backstabbing the republicans !
If you ... don't use exclamation points --- you should't be typeing ! Commas - semicolons are for girlie boys !
It's a sad state of affairs when liberals have you backstabbing the republicans ! You seem to think that there are two separate parties. There's only one. Until you can come to grips with that fact, you're just another sheep to be fleeced. Welcome to the land of the real.
“Contemplate the mangled bodies of your countrymen, and then say 'what should be the reward of such sacrifices?' Bid us and our posterity bow the knee, supplicate the friendship and plough, and sow, and reap, to glut the avarice of the men who have let loose on us the dogs of war to riot in our blood and hunt us from the face of the earth? If ye love wealth better than liberty, the tranquility of servitude than the animated contest of freedom, go from us in peace. We ask not your counsels or arms. Crouch down and lick the hands which feed you. May your chains sit lightly upon you, and may posterity forget that you were our countrymen!” -- Samuel Adams --
Pretty thick egg shell you're living in !
If you ... don't use exclamation points --- you should't be typeing ! Commas - semicolons are for girlie boys !
As you sow, so shall ye reap. You liberals have gotten just about everyone to hate you. At least the dems admit they're libtards!
Obama's watch stopped on 24 May 2008, but he's been too busy smoking crack to notice.
banjo-boy seriously needs to put down the bong.
“Contemplate the mangled bodies of your countrymen, and then say 'what should be the reward of such sacrifices?' Bid us and our posterity bow the knee, supplicate the friendship and plough, and sow, and reap, to glut the avarice of the men who have let loose on us the dogs of war to riot in our blood and hunt us from the face of the earth? If ye love wealth better than liberty, the tranquility of servitude than the animated contest of freedom, go from us in peace. We ask not your counsels or arms. Crouch down and lick the hands which feed you. May your chains sit lightly upon you, and may posterity forget that you were our countrymen!” -- Samuel Adams --
Neocon - neocom - other (( mutant ))
If you ... don't use exclamation points --- you should't be typeing ! Commas - semicolons are for girlie boys !
Too much wax clods in your brain - ears !
If you ... don't use exclamation points --- you should't be typeing ! Commas - semicolons are for girlie boys !
It's a sad state of affairs when the republicans ARE liberals and conservatives have to back someone that the GOP hates just because he's the only conservative in the race. Do you consider yourself a conservative, Boris?
TOTAL Bravo Sierra! Apologies are owed to Pat Paulsen, who suffers in the comparison. Pat Paulsen NEVER held public office, let alone suckle at the feral gooberments teats for over 30 years like RonniePaulie has. Somebody owes Pat Paulsen an apology FOR SURE. Pat Paulsen made his living 100% on his own. Somebody owes Pat Paulsen an apology FOR SURE. NO TAXPAYER MONEY was paid to Pat Paulsen, ever, nor did he feed, (for OVER THIRTY YEARS even to NOW), at the feral gooberment's trough like RonniePaulie the wee hero FRAUD has. Somebody owes Pat Paulsen an apology FOR SURE. He wasn't a PARASITE. Somebody owes Pat Paulsen an apology FOR SURE. He wasn't a LIAR. Somebody owes Pat Paulsen an apology FOR SURE. He wasn't a business as usual multi-decade serving POLITICIAN. Somebody owes Pat Paulsen an apology FOR SURE.
Spoiled, stupid and ignorant, brain dead phuckwads, libTURD fools, tools, and idiots, are the real sickness; the messiah "king" obammy and his regime are only the symptoms.
Thanks for posting this. It demonstrates why the ALL news papers and new channels have PLUMMETING subscribers. It's no surprise to those of us who are informed...
It has been pointed out to you on Liberty Post that the line you quoted was factually incorrect and yet you persist in retelling it.
I am an ultra neocon evangelical conservative !
If you ... don't use exclamation points --- you should't be typeing ! Commas - semicolons are for girlie boys !
Which means you're in bed with Newt, yes? Putz.
“Contemplate the mangled bodies of your countrymen, and then say 'what should be the reward of such sacrifices?' Bid us and our posterity bow the knee, supplicate the friendship and plough, and sow, and reap, to glut the avarice of the men who have let loose on us the dogs of war to riot in our blood and hunt us from the face of the earth? If ye love wealth better than liberty, the tranquility of servitude than the animated contest of freedom, go from us in peace. We ask not your counsels or arms. Crouch down and lick the hands which feed you. May your chains sit lightly upon you, and may posterity forget that you were our countrymen!” -- Samuel Adams --
Thanks for being truthful and direct.
Neo-conservatism is descended from Trotskyism, and Trotskyist traits continue to characterize ideologies and practices of neo-conservatism. Trotskyism is a form of Leninism. The charge that neoconservativism is related to Leninism has been raised, also. Francis Fukuyama identified neoconservatism with Leninism in 2006.
3rd way (( neocom )) - 3rd wave (( technology )) are two different things ! I'm omega wave (( 2nd coming )) !
If you ... don't use exclamation points --- you should't be typeing ! Commas - semicolons are for girlie boys !
Eternal principles in present day reality is my definition of neocon ! Statist man made social engineering - pc change - is the enemy - problem !
If you ... don't use exclamation points --- you should't be typeing ! Commas - semicolons are for girlie boys !
Thanks for admitting it, banjo boy. You're a Zionist.
What's happened to boofer?
muzzi fred the al queda stooge - bot !
If you ... don't use exclamation points --- you should't be typeing ! Commas - semicolons are for girlie boys !
I have no idea. Ask Murron.
you're an anti christ - anti semite !
If you ... don't use exclamation points --- you should't be typeing ! Commas - semicolons are for girlie boys !
4th wave - love - morphine ! If you ... don't use exclamation points --- you should't be typeing ! Commas - semicolons are for girlie boys !
I have no idea. Ask Murron. It's probably already too late. I think Mammy already opused from el Pee.
I suppose you mean LF. I saw her posting at elPee yesterday.
I suppose you mean LF. I saw her posting at elPee yesterday. Actually, I meant elPee, but I see she is still posting there. Give her another week to lose it. Then she'll come back here.
#2. To: Capitalist Eric (#1)
#3. To: BorisY (#2)
In battle armies wear distinctive uniforms to prevent them from killing each other !
#4. To: Capitalist Eric (#3)
land of the real.
#5. To: BorisY, *Yukon neo-Progressive Vermin* (#2)
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liberals have you backstabbing the republicans
"We (government) need to do a lot less, a lot sooner" ~Ron Paul
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#7. To: All (#4)
#8. To: hondo68 (#5)
#9. To: BorisY (#2)
(Edited)
It's a sad state of affairs when liberals have you backstabbing the republicans !
#10. To: BorisY (#0)
Title: Ron Paul ... A Modern-Day --- Pat Paulsen
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#12. To: BorisY (#0)
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His “campaigns” for president have become a once-in-every-four- year joke.
#13. To: We The People (#9)
#14. To: BorisY (#13)
#15. To: BorisY (#13)
I am an ultra neocon evangelical conservative !
#16. To: BorisY (#13)
I am an ultra neocon evangelical conservative !
#17. To: Capitalist Eric (#14)
#18. To: Abcdefg (#16)
#19. To: BorisY (#13)
I am an ultra neocon evangelical conservative !
#20. To: Fred Mertz (#19)
#21. To: Fred Mertz (#19)
#22. To: meguro (#20)
#23. To: Fred Mertz (#19)
#24. To: Capitalist Eric (#14)
you're in bed with Newt, yes?
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#27. To: Fred Mertz (#26)
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