Republicans want to end perception as 'stuffy old men'

[Penny Lane 8,159]

why should we take care of the capable?

The 'less' was meant to apply to both words. Less fortunate and capable. Sorry the lack of another 'less' threw you off enough to comment.

[Caryh 5,206]

The problem is, with the Republican party increasingly shooting itself in the foot and moving towards minor party status, there is nothing to balance the Democratic party, which also views the world through narrow blinders. Its obvious to most people that you can't solve problems by blindly throwing money at it, but the Democratic party doesn't seem to understand this. Of course the Republican solution for the same problems was to cut off all money and give it in tax breaks to the wealthiest in our society. Neither party has a realistic view of how things actually work in the real world, and have worked hard to purge themselves of anyone who doesn't put on those blinders.

[Karee 4,190]

The problem is, with the Republican party increasingly shooting itself in the foot and moving towards minor party status, there is nothing to balance the Democratic party, which also views the world through narrow blinders. Its obvious to most people that you can't solve problems by blindly throwing money at it, but the Democratic party doesn't seem to understand this. Of course the Republican solution for the same problems was to cut off all money and give it in tax breaks to the wealthiest in our society. Neither party has a realistic view of how things actually work in the real world, and have worked hard to purge themselves of anyone who doesn't put on those blinders.

Yep. I'd say that sums it up.

[Penny Lane 8,159]

The problem is, with the Republican party increasingly shooting itself in the foot and moving towards minor party status, there is nothing to balance the Democratic party, which also views the world through narrow blinders. Its obvious to most people that you can't solve problems by blindly throwing money at it, but the Democratic party doesn't seem to understand this. Of course the Republican solution for the same problems was to cut off all money and give it in tax breaks to the wealthiest in our society. Neither party has a realistic view of how things actually work in the real world, and have worked hard to purge themselves of anyone who doesn't put on those blinders.

Very true.

[Danno 1,228]

In order to do that, they have to invite minorities in and work with them on issues. That will be a start.

That rolled right off your tongue, mind if I ask you to be specific?

[We Keep Receipts 9,238]

That rolled right off your tongue, mind if I ask you to be specific?

Did you sleep during the election? Didn't you hear all of the dog whistling going on? You know the Tea Party, the birthers, Mitt Romney's joke:http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/08/24/mitt-romney-birth-certificate_n_1828095.html

Look at the what happened at the RNC: http://www.nydailynews.com/republican-national-convention-attendee-boot-racially-taunting-black-cnn-camerawoman-article-1.1146783

You have folks within the GOP that are designated to hate particular groups:

Rush Limbaugh is blacks: http://newsone.com/16051/top-10-racist-limbaugh-quotes/

Newt Ginghrich called dibs on blacks, hispanics, and asians: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/01/23/newt-gingrich-latinos-blacks-weath-gop-2012_n_1224939.html

Rick Santorum gets his jabs in on Muslims: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/01/28/hindus-sikhs-muslims-blast-rick-santorum_n_1237932.html

Michele Bachmann, how does she feel about gays?http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/12/01/michele-bachmann-gay-marriage_n_1123784.html

Herman Cain, is on the Rick Santorum train: http://www.mediaite.com/online/herman-cain-if-im-president-i-wont-appoint-muslim-judges-or-cabinet-members/

And let's not forget about Mitt's 47% comment, I guess he just lumped everyone in the same group, so he wouldn't have to explain who he is for or against.

If you need some more evidence, let me know.

[Danno 1,228]

Are you drinking?

You suggest the GOP needs to work with this group of that on issues, I ask what they are (be specific) and you post Leftist-porn?

Huh?

[Caryh 5,206]

Are you drinking?

You suggest the GOP needs to work with this group of that on issues, I ask what they are (be specific) and you post Leftist-porn?

Huh?

I'm afraid Danno you just completely legitimized their point about how blindly out of touch the republicans are getting with this comment.

[CarlosAndSveta 808]

I'm afraid Danno you just completely legitimized their point about how blindly out of touch the republicans are getting with this comment.

The guy is clueless. He is a legend in his own mind.

[Caryh 5,206]

The guy is clueless. He is a legend in his own mind.

I don't think Danno is clueless, he's just got blinders that are so narrow and tight he couldn't see the forest if he ran into the tree. But he's still a perfect example of why the Republican party is loosing ground. Their followers are more and more like Danno. Their point of view is the only valid one, and attempts to educate or widen their view are met with derision and denial. Show them a fact and they'll just scream liberal liberal liberal to purge it from their system.

[We Keep Receipts 9,238]

Are you drinking?

You suggest the GOP needs to work with this group of that on issues, I ask what they are (be specific) and you post Leftist-porn?

Huh?

I'm sorry Danno, let me spell it out for you. The GOP needs to stop the blantant racism, classism, and sexism. Porn? Really? I was hoping to get more out of the guy who swears he has never been bested in this forum. What's worse is you know it's bad when you have folks within your own party calling you out: http://www.mediaite.com/tv/colin-powell-accuses-gop-of-racism-they-still-look-down-on-minorities/

I know you will discount what I am saying, if it doesn't fit the narrative you won't acknowledge it. But what the heck. You asked how to work with this group? It's simple, stop being racist, classist, and sexist. The GOP is a sum of all of its parts like the Democrats. You are going to have bad folks in any organization and I know the Dems have their fair share of close minded folks. But what's so troubling about the GOP is, the hatred is coming from the top. The folks trying to run the country are spouting this nonsense. Sarah Palin is still letting her feelings be known: "New background checks? Dandy idea, mr. President. Should have started with yours." Even Bobby Jindal said the party needs to stop being stupid. http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/11/13/bobby-jindal-gop_n_2121511.html

The thing that tickles me pink is this, our country is being ran by a Kenyan born, Muslim, socialist, retarded, half-bred, snob(all words used by the GOP). By all accounts this should have been a walk in the park, find an average politician with strong morals and common sense. But all they could think of was how can we get this black man out of the office.

[Teddy B 17,252]

I'm sorry Danno, let me spell it out for you. The GOP needs to stop the blantant racism, classism, and sexism. Porn? Really? I was hoping to get more out of the guy who swears he has never been bested in this forum. What's worse is you know it's bad when you have folks within your own party calling you out: http://www.mediaite.com/tv/colin-powell-accuses-gop-of-racism-they-still-look-down-on-minorities/

I know you will discount what I am saying, if it doesn't fit the narrative you won't acknowledge it. But what the heck. You asked how to work with this group? It's simple, stop being racist, classist, and sexist. The GOP is a sum of all of its parts like the Democrats. You are going to have bad folks in any organization and I know the Dems have their fair share of close minded folks. But what's so troubling about the GOP is, the hatred is coming from the top. The folks trying to run the country are spouting this nonsense. Sarah Palin is still letting her feelings be known: "New background checks? Dandy idea, mr. President. Should have started with yours." Even Bobby Jindal said the party needs to stop being stupid. http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/11/13/bobby-jindal-gop_n_2121511.html

The thing that tickles me pink is this, our country is being ran by a Kenyan born, Muslim, socialist, retarded, half-bred, snob(all words used by the GOP). By all accounts this should have been a walk in the park, find an average politician with strong morals and common sense. But all they could think of was how can we get this black man out of the office.

Comical isn't it? Ofcourse they'll try to tell you it's because this country has gone to hell and 53% of the population is either stupid, sucking off the gov't teet, or both. The negative words they use to belittle the POTUS, yet they can't come up with anything better to beat him. Now that's pathetic. No better than the stupid kid in school picking on the smart kids, cause that's all he's got. And that's why I voted for Obama.

Edited March 19, 2013 by Teddy B

[Caryh 5,206]

The thing that tickles me pink is this, our country is being ran by a Kenyan born, Muslim, socialist, retarded, half-bred, snob(all words used by the GOP). By all accounts this should have been a walk in the park, find an average politician with strong morals and common sense. But all they could think of was how can we get this black man out of the office.

You forgot commie, nazi and lord forbid Black. Although they usually use the n word for the last one when the camera isn't rolling.

[We Keep Receipts 9,238]

You forgot commie, nazi and lord forbid Black. Although they usually use the n word for the last one when the camera isn't rolling.

Nope, Rick Santorum apparently didn't get the memo: http://www.opposingviews.com/i/politics/2012-election/video-did-rick-santorum-almost-call-pres-obama-n-word

[Caryh 5,206]

Nope, Rick Santorum apparently didn't get the memo: http://www.opposingviews.com/i/politics/2012-election/video-did-rick-santorum-almost-call-pres-obama-n-word

He apparently almost forgot getting the memo That is truly a classic one.