Rumsfeld is Toast
Bush is announcing, as I type, that Donald Rumsfeld- architect of evil; bitter, mean-spirited, lying, smirking fucker- is stepping down. Nice knowing ya and hope you burn in hell, you senile war pig.Labels: Evil, Fuk Amerika, Stupid, War
posted by K-Dough at 1:15 PM
39 Comments:
But how do you really feel?
Oh, this has nothing to do with sentiment. It's all about math- more babies may live this year.
I say bring on "Sideshow Bob" for Secretary of Defense. He can't do worse, and he might do better.
I have to admit, as a guy whose voted Democrat almost everytime since he became legal enough to do so, I can't say I'm sorry to see Donny go...
JC- you are kidding right? You seriously voted Democrat?????????
Guess who is joining Dick Cheney on his next hunting trip...:)
oh god- please let him forget his orange vest!!!!!!!!!!
i did not vote for dem mans.
Cletus- you're kidding? A sophisticated, well-informed chap like you? I don't believe it.
I've only voted Republican once in my life, and it was for a particular representative, who happened to be a friend.
People in Canada see Dems that do, and Repubs that don't, as two different parties ideologically.
The reality is, I assure you, significantly different. In fact, if you were to listen to a speech from my new Senator, John Tester, you'd run like a bat outta hell in the other direction, being the good Liberal centerist that you are.
Tester is against abortion (although he wouldn't make it illegal), legalization of pot, gay marriage, and many other issues you would think he'd be the opposite of.
He is however against the war in Iraq... he believes we didn't try hard enough to kill more insurgents.
Seriously though... read this:
Jon Tester on the Issues
Choice
We all share the same goal: to reduce the number of unintended pregnancies in this country. There are concrete steps we can take to achieve that goal. Jon Tester trusts the women of Montana to make their own medical decisions in consultation with her family, doctor and God. The politicians in Washington shouldn’t interfere with this very personal and difficult decision. The decision to have an abortion is a difficult one and it should remain safe, legal, and rare. (Tester is big on the rare part)
Conservation
As a third-generation Montana farmer, Jon Tester understands the value of conservation. Jon supports protecting clean places for hunting, fishing and recreation. In 2005 he voted to make permanent the Block Management program and Habitat Montana program, which benefit Montana hunters and anglers. In the U.S. Senate, Jon Tester will fight to protect access to public lands and will support responsible development of clean, renewable energy resources. In the Montana Legislature Jon worked hard to protect public access to our lands and our streams. And in the U.S. Senate, Jon Tester will fight tirelessly to keep our public lands from being sold-off or locked up by private users.
Country of Origin Labeling
Jon Tester supports country of origin labeling for meat and in 2005 he led the fight to implement country of origin labeling in Montana. Country of Origin labeling benefits farmers and ranchers by allowing them to market world-famous American beef and benefits consumers who deserve to know where their food comes from.
Crime
Jon Tester supports giving law enforcement the resources they need to reduce crime and supports tough penalties for people who manufacture or sell drugs. Meth, in particular, is a critical issue facing Montana families. Tester voted for legislation that increases funding for drug task forces and establishes some of the toughest laws in the country to shut down meth labs.
Defense/Malmstrom
As a native of North Central Montana, Jon Tester understands how important Malmstrom Air Force Base is to our economy. More importantly, Tester understands how important its mission is to America’s national security. In the legislature, Jon supported legislation to help keep and expand military missions in Montana. Jon will fight tirelessly in the Senate to keep Montana’s missions and keep America safe. Under Senator Burns, Malmstrom has experienced many disappointments including losing its flying mission in 1996 and failing to land the X-33 as promised.
Education (K-12)
Jon Tester believes education is the key to economic development. As President of the Montana Senate in 2005, Tester’s leadership helped pass legislation that defined a quality public education and invested $80 million in K-12 education. In the U.S. Senate, Jon Tester will fight to ensure that every child in America receives a quality education and that federal education programs work for Montana.
Education (Post-Secondary)
Jon Tester believes higher education is critical to prepare our young people for jobs of the future. As president of the Montana Senate in 2005, Tester’s leadership helped pass the Governor’s Best and Brightest Program, which will provide scholarships to Montana students pursuing a degree at one of Montana’s universities or colleges of technology. In the U.S. Senate, Jon Tester will support investments in higher education and vocational training to make college affordable for all Montana families.
Energy
Jon Tester believes energy independence is one of the most important issues facing our state and our country and has a record of accomplishment on delivering low-cost, renewable energy to Montana. As President of the Montana Senate, Jon supported legislation to develop ethanol and wind power and sponsored a successful bill to create a state renewable energy standard. In the U.S. Senate, Jon will fight to end America’s addiction to foreign oil, by investing in bio-fuel technology and wind power development, creating a national renewable standard and promoting energy efficiency and conservation.
Ethics
Senator Burns and his relationship with convicted lobbyist Jack Abramoff is a telling example of what’s wrong with Washington. More importantly, Jon Tester won’t just pass a law; he’ll set an example — by asking a Montana judge to conduct an ethics audit of his office every year, by posting a list of every lobbyist he meets with and by shutting his door to former members and staffers who try to cash in on their connections.
First Montanans
Jon Tester believes in government-to-government relationships that respect the sovereignty of all Indian tribes and understands that increased economic development in Indian country is a critical component of overall tribal self-determination. As President of the Montana Senate in 2005, Jon Tester brought people together to pass Indian Education for All. In the U.S. Senate, Jon Tester will support funding for Indian Health Services, Indian housing, Tribal colleges and job training programs. Sen. Burns, on the other hand, has repeatedly voted against funding Indian programs and helped Jack Abramoff defraud his Indian clients for millions of dollars.
Gun Rights
Jon Tester strongly believes in our Second Amendment rights. As a gun owner and custom butcher Jon made his living with a gun for 25 years. As a legislator Tester voted repeatedly to protect gun rights. In the United States Senate, Jon will stand up to anyone — Republican or Democrat — who wants to take away Montanans’ gun rights.
Health Care
Jon Tester believes that health care in Montana should be affordable, accessible and the best in the world. Jon has a record of strong leadership to deliver affordable health care for Montanans. As President of the Montana Senate in 2005, Tester increased access to health care for children, seniors and small business employees. In the U.S. Senate, Jon Tester will stand up to big insurance companies and support a health care plan that makes health care affordable for all Montanans.
Homeland Security
Congress has failed to provide adequate funding to secure our borders and ports, as recommended by the 9/11 Commission. In the U.S. Senate, Jon Tester will lead the fight to protect our borders and ports. In return for campaign contributions from Jack Abramoff, Senator Burns voted against tougher immigration restrictions for the Marianas Islands that a Department of Justice report now says offers a conduit to the continental U.S. for terrorist and drug activity.
Immigration
Our first priority must be to secure ports and borders to keep out terror threats, illegal drugs and illegal immigrants. Jon Tester opposes amnesty for those who are here illegally. People who want to come to America should follow the rules — and we should enforce them. There should be no cuts in line. Moreover, hiring illegal aliens is no joking matter. Tester believes we need to enforce the law on employers who hire illegal immigrants no matter who they are. It’s not just a matter of fairness — it’s a question of national security.
Iraq
Jon Tester supports our troops in Iraq who have fought bravely and made us proud, but unfortunately their leaders in Washington have let them down. This administration is conducting the war in Iraq with no plan and no end in sight and has failed to give our troops the armor and equipment they need to be safe and successful. Montanans deserve a senator who’ll demand the President present a clear plan to give the Iraqi military control of their own country and bring our troops home. As your senator, Tester will never waver in keeping America safe and strong. Jon will keep the commitment we have made to our soldiers and veterans and will ask the tough questions to ensure that our troops have a clear mission and all the resources they need.
Jobs
As a leader in the Montana Senate, Jon Tester has a record of creating jobs for Montana. In the last session Tester worked with Governor Brian Schweitzer to revitalize job creation in Montana. Tester helped pass funding workforce training grants, eliminated taxes on 13,000 small businesses, established a Main Street Montana program to revitalize downtown areas across the state and passed his bill to promote Made in Montana products. Jon also successfully fought to lower the cost of health insurance for small businesses and to expand renewable energy production.
Meth
Meth is a critical issue facing Montana families, particularly in rural areas. Jon Tester voted for legislation that increases funding for drug task forces and establishes some of the toughest laws in the country to shut down meth labs. Sen. Burns, on the other hand, recently voted for massive cuts to Montana’s drug task force.
Patriot Act
Jon Tester believes in freedom first. Under the PATRIOT Act, the FBI could obtain records on every video you ever rented and every book you ever checked out. They can obtain your bank statements and medical records; they can even keep tabs on our guns. What’s worse is they can request this information for any reason at all, without your knowledge. Jon Tester believes we should be fighting terrorists, not invading the lives of innocent Americans. In Washington, Tester will fight for more human intelligence, a greater investment in our Special Forces, and closing backdoors to terrorism like the one left open by the Burns-Abramoff immigration policy in the Marianas Islands.
Prescription Drugs
As President of the Montana Senate in 2005, Jon Tester brought people together to pass the Big Sky Rx Program, a comprehensive state prescription drug assistance and discount program that allows thousands of low-income Montana seniors to lower their payments for medicine. In the U.S. Senate, Jon Tester will stand up to big drug companies and support legislation allowing the government to negotiate lower drug prices for Medicare Part D and would support re-importing safe prescription drugs from Canada.
Public Access
Jon Tester understands that public land is a part of who we are as Montanans. Outdoor traditions like hunting, fishing and outdoor recreation are our heritage and keep our families strong. Even though we sometimes disagree about the uses of particular public lands, Tester believes we can all agree on their importance. In the Montana Legislature Jon worked hard to protect public access to our lands and our streams. And in the U.S. Senate, Jon Tester will fight tirelessly to keep our public lands from being sold-off or locked up by private users. In contrast, Senator Burns has sponsored legislation to sell off Montana’s public lands. In fact, just this summer, Burns tried to lock Montanans off our own public lands in return for campaign contributions from one of his special interest friends.
Social Security
Jon Tester supports ensuring the long-term solvency of Social Security and does not support privatization. In 2005 he voted to urge Congress to provide sound, long-term funding for Social Security and to avoid privatization. Sen. Burns, on the other hand, supports privatization of Social Security schemes and has repeatedly voted to put tax cuts for the wealthy ahead of the long-term solvency of Social Security.
Stem Cell Research
Montana values mean doing everything you can to help a sick neighbor. By voting against stem cell research, Sen. Burns has clearly lost his way. Jon Tester believes we need to devote every possible idea and every possible resource to curing degenerative diseases.
Taxes
For too long, Montana farmers, small businesses, and middle-class families have been forced to shoulder too much of the tax burden. In Montana, Jon Tester proved we could do things differently — eliminating taxes on 13,000 Montana businesses, providing tax credits to help small businesses provide health insurance and balancing the budget — all without raising taxes. In the U.S. Senate, Tester will lead the fight for tax relief middle-class families need — help with child care, paying for college and caring for an elderly parent. Moreover, putting these dollars in the hands of Montana families will make sure that they are spent in Montana on Main Street supporting local businesses. In contrast, Senator Burns supports a national sales tax that will raise taxes on 95% of Montanans — eliminating deductions for all homeowners and folks who pay for their own health insurance.
Trade
Recent trade agreements put our jobs and the viability of family farms and ranches across Montana in jeopardy by handing off trade advantage to foreign interests. Jon Tester will fight for Montana priorities in the U.S. Senate by standing firmly opposed to unfair trade agreements that hurt our communities and way of life. While Sen. Burns voted for tax giveaways to companies that outsource American jobs, Tester will protect American jobs in the U.S. Senate.
So K-Dough my eccentric friend, if you were to stack Tester up against Harper... Harper looks like a Dipper.
JC- There are of course political and cultural differences between the American political spectrum and the Canadian one. There are also differences within each country amongst caucus members on policy - usually corresponding to the views of geograpghically diverse constituencies. That's not news.
And how am I both Liberal centrist and eccentric?
Well, you'd have to be nuts to Liberal, and your cool with sex and drugs... sooooooo:)
Anyway, my point is simply that for me there isn't really a lot of difference between either the Repub. or the Dems. Tester is the best man for the job in my state, but he's hardly a poster boy for the left.
I vote Democrat specifically for one reason. I believe there is a sound reason to keep abortion legal.
I do not agree with abortion, I don't like the concept at all, but I believe that women who are victims of incest or rape, deserve to not have to have the result of their forced upon indignities show up 9 months after the fact. Nor should a womans life be threatened as a result of pregnancy.
I do not however condone abortion as the result of stupidity.
So I suppose that makes me a good Democrat, and a really bad Catholic, but there you have it.
I consider myself fairly eccentric as well K-Dough... and I'm cool with sex and drugs too.
But don't you realize that by uttering this statement "I do not however condone abortion as the result of stupidity" you are helping stupid people breed? Have you ever though of it that way???
C'mon man- religion and politics aside, why should the law condone stupidity? I mean other than allowing tobbaco to be sold.
I think K-dough, and this is a personal opinion only, that a woman who is say 25 or 30 years old, goes out and has a one night stand, wakes up a week later and finds herself pregnant, is responsible for her situation.
One abortion, okay, mistakes and lapse's of judgement do happen, and no one wants to see a child who isn't wanted brought into the world.
Second time, she should be made to suffer the lapse of judgement by having to bring the child to term and then give the child up for adoption.
I figure after that there won't be too many third times.
Course I like guns to K-Dough, so what the fuck do I know.
There are roughly 9.5 billion tax dollar reasons, paid quarterly, with no oversight, why Tobacco is legal.
See, that seems mean-spirited to me. But what do I know? I hate cats.
Any way, enough discussion of morality. There is no place for morality on this blog.
Plus, I tend to like people a lot better when I don't know what they are really thinking and vice versa.
JC- re: tobacco- exactly- a fool and his money. Only problem is my money keeps them on ventillators.
I did mention I'm slightly nuts didn't I... my doctor says I'm supposed to warn others before I go all crazy like.
Excuse me while I whip my monkey for dancing without permission.
I think I wish I was having a glass of wine with jc right and having a heated discussion about his views and my uterus...or just drinking a glass of wine. Whatever.
I couldn't have summed up Rummy any better, but I've tried in my own posting on the resignation.
Pam/JC: Funny. I was a guest on pilot that a friend of mine shot for a political talk show last year and talked about pretty much all of these topics under the umbrella topic of personal versus social responsibilty.
Maybe we can all recreate that in a new sphere some time over drinks. I'll warn you though I use a lot of frantic hand gestures, yell, swear and spit a lot.
Saskboy- much more erudite than my reactive blathering rage- well done!
Mine is not to reason why... if I do my wife smacks me on the back of the head and reminds why she wears the pants and I only borrow them.
Pam, no insult intended to your uterous, although I'll take you up on the wine, spitting and rude gestures thing...
But only if everyone is naked. It's funnier that way.
By the buy, I'm expecting to be in Toronto next month, so I'll pick a pub, and the suds are on me. I'll let you know when I book my flight... might even tell Cherniak, just for shits and giggles.
If Cherniak is there I won't be.
That settle's it then, no Cherniak.
He has no sense of humor anyway... actually, he has no sense, but he's so much fun to pick on. I would have given him the name of a pub 50 km in the opposite direction anyway.
I'd rather have you there K-Dough... your too funny to not party with.
Thanks dude. Been thinking about it- it is a serious possibility. But there must be rules.
Jason Cherniak is the biggest star in the blogging world. He wouldn't deign to party with us losers. He's got some of the biggest names in Cdn politics to dazzle with his insights - sent, mostly, from his wireless blackberry. How many of you own blackberries that are actually wireless?
ummmmmmmmmmmm they're all wireless?
or are you setting me up with one of those fancy traps?
I don't socialize with boring, shiny nosed pubescent kids, political groupies or blind ideologues.
You guys are real people regardless of your political beliefs- that's why I like you. People like them(generally) are nothing without the mutual politi-geek adoration.
no fancy trap.
he just ends his blog posts with
"sent from my wireless blackberry" on occasion - which, to me, confirms that he's - to quote Borat - retarded.
CC- FYI- that is a default signature attached to every message your BB sends so people know you are not at your desk but sitting in the shitter playing BrickBreaker...seriously.
I'm going to miss Rummy, he was a helluva man, a man's man, loved the way he gutted the msm crybabies, we're all sad to see him go and of course wish him the best in his future endeavors - peace be upon you Rummy.
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Best score on Brickbreaker is 9880, but just got off the GO Train at level 15 with 11 fuckin' lives left!
I can't WAIT!!!!!! until my 2 hour Greyhound commute tomorrow. What heights Sheena might be able to scale before 9am.
Could I break 10000? Tune in tomorrow, folks....
Joe, I never ever tire of asking people how Harper's stances are different from those of John Kerry. If John Kerry is so great, why isn't Harper?
(I too am a hypocrite though, I guess - I don't like Kerry but I do like Harper so far)
I'm stunned, truly, by Rumsfeld's departure. What in god's name is the GOP thinking? They should have got rid of him months ago, ie. summer at latest, or stuck with him to the end. What foolish, foolish timing - and they're usually so clinical in their methodology, too.
And I'd lurve to crash a drinky fest. I do semi regular get togethers in Ottawa & TO with some other rude and annoying innerdnet people I've met over the last few years and some of you guys seem like kindred spirits.
Sheena- you're drunk aren't you? Usually you are taking the piss out someone by now, but instead you are getting all like "I love you" and shit.
We are kindred souls. And now we are poised on the brink of seeing what mortal shells those souls are plopped into. I love it!
Kdough, no, but I am very very tired and sore and trying to figure out where all these bruises came from.
Mystery bruises? Do tell! Any rug rash, Sheena?
No - BB thumb bruises.
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