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A collection of insightful ruminations, reflections, and rants on the events of the day (with the exception of the weekend). We'll collect a week's worth here and then archive them. Come visit each weekday to see what's pushing Barbara's buttons.
April 25, 2003
To all those young people who believe in the Bush proposal to invest a percentage of their SS payroll taxes in the stock market [much like a 401(k) plan], know that Bush has used Enron as a model for running the government and he has managed to spend more than the country makes, which benefits only his cronies. In the true spirit of Enron, will he walk away with millions and tell Americans that we're bankrupt? Ask some former Enron employees how they feel about Ken Lay before you trust a moron with your life savings!
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It would really be interesting to see where all the "loot" from the Iraqi museum ends up! I wonder who was aware of the priceless treasures, where the glass cutters came from, and who really stands to profit? Were the "arm chair" generals correct in their assumption that there weren't enough "boots on the ground"? Maybe the Bush administration intended it that way, then all the travesties could be justified.
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April 24, 2003
Osama must be crowing! Bush has managed to create a new breeding ground -- larger and more modern -- for the Taliban and Al Qaeda to grow. Terrorists will no longer have to hide in caves, they can check into hotels in Baghdad. Once they infiltrate and gain control, with a democratic vote, they won't have to depend on opium for funding -- not with all that oil!
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Even in controlled audiences, there is less and less applause for Bush's speeches. People all over America are beginning to realize the man is a twit, a snake oil salesman. The phrase, "You can't fool all the people all the time," finally seems to be taking hold. As more and more Americans become unemployed, go hungry, and watch their tax dollars go to cover wars (where no WMDs have been found), the applause will fade out completely. Like father, like son -- the economy is going bust, time for a regime change.
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Anyone else notice the resemblance between Mohammed Saeed al-Shahhaf aka "Baghdad Bob" and Ari Fleischer? They both have a tendency to report the news as their boss dictates, sometimes factual, more often bull! Both these guys have mastered the art of spin, and the truth is the last thing they want to convey. As I listen to the commentary by the right wing dittos regarding al-Shahhaf, I think one would only have to exchange names and it could be a description of Fleischer!
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April 23, 2003
Conservative advocates of treating children as adults in American courts undoubtedly will think it okay that America is "detaining" children under the age of 16 at Camp X-ray in Guantanamo Bay. This, frankly, is terrible news. As an American citizen, I am appalled that the same administration who condemned Saddam for arresting children, actually "detains" children in enemy combatant camps. It is shameful that America would be guilty of the same immoral action.
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April 22, 2003
Armageddon? Hmmm, anyone notice how much a faux cowboy is beginning to resemble the description of the "Anti-Christ"? What some perceive as a savior, others see as an emissary of the devil. "He who lives by the sword, dies by the sword" comes to mind, while "Do unto others as you would have them do unto you" seems to have been forgotten in these days of pre-emptive war. If one is to assume God's blessings, then one must act accordingly.
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Neither Osama "Dead or Alive" bin Laden nor Saddam "WMD" Hussein have been caught -- so much for the Repugs being better at protecting America.
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April 21, 2003
The Repuglican party is responsible for new McCarthyism and the awful Patriot Act I, and now they're trying to shove Patriot Act II down our throats. Ever wonder why those who scream and carp the loudest about being patriotic are the very ones doing everything they can to undermine civil rights and civil liberties? If the truth comes to light, these people will be run out of town on a rail. They had to steal the office of the presidency in order to impose their form of terror.
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The ability to win victoriously in a war with Iraq has never been in doubt. What to do in the aftermath has always been the overwhelming consideration of men wiser than Bush. As we watch the biased reports from mainstream media, even the dullest among us realizes "the cakewalk" is over and the war has just begun. I wonder how in the world anyone can expect Dumbya to manage the complexities in Iraq, when he can't even manage the problems here at home. It will take someone with more brainpower than that demonstrated by the current administration to see us through this dismal state of affairs.
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How long can America afford Bush? The deficits are growing larger with each passing day, the unemployment lines are growing, and that dreaded word recession is creeping into conversation. If allowed to continue, Dumbya is capable of causing a depression that will make the 1930s look like boom times. As each section of society is affected, we find ourselves in a downward spiral unequaled in the history of our country. Even Poppy does not have enough money to buy Dumbya out of this mess he's made. We, the people of America, are now suffering Dumbya's frivolous fancy.
