Rep. Norton speaks of ironic S.C. ties
D.C. politician tells NAACP banquet audience how area representative blocked D.C.'s self-government
By Noah Haglund
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Though she's the third generation of her family to live in Washington, D.C., U.S. Rep. Eleanor Holmes Norton feels a special connection to North Charleston.
No, she never lived there. But she has a distinct memory of a past U.S. representative, the late John McMillan, whose House district included the area. And as chair of the District of Columbia Committee, he kept her home town from getting self-government.
"John McMillan and his kind not only deprived many of you of your rights, but he reached up" through the South, Norton said during a keynote speech Friday night at the North Charleston NAACP's 24th annual Freedom Fund Banquet. "His fellow Southerners were responsible for the continued segregation of the District of Columbia."
Empowered by the 1965 Voting Rights Act, black voters in South Carolina helped deny the Democrat re-election in 1972. Soon after that, Washington, D.C., started gaining the ability to govern itself, though it still lacks congressional voting rights. Its license plates read "Taxation without Representation."
Ironically, Norton said, she now belongs to the same party whose members supressed her rights. Furthermore, South Carolina's own Jim Clyburn, the House Majority Whip, now represents the same portion of the state as McMillan did, give or take some redistricting lines.
Norton was speaking to more than 100 members of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People's North Charleston branch at the Sheraton Convention Center near Montague Avenue and Interstate 26.
She has represented the District of Columbia during nine terms in Congress. She is an advocate of statehood for the District. Though she is allowed to vote in committee, she cannot cast votes on the House Floor. In addition to holding elected office, she is a lawprofessor at Georgetown University who has written widely on civil rights and labor issues.
Excitement bubbled among a crowd comprised of many members mature enough to have lived through the Civil Rights movement. In days, they would see whether the United States would elect its first black president, as voters chose between Democratic U.S. Sen. Barack Obama and Republican U.S. Sen. John McCain.
"African-Americans in this room have not only lived history," she said, "you have been history."
Her House seat has given her a front-row view of the political arena. A vocal Obama supporter, Norton worried that complacency or overconfidence could cause some voters to turn away when they see long lines at the polls on Tuesday.
"The line is never too long — we've been waiting in line for 400 years," she said. "Don't talk about how our time has come, it may never come."
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stanish (anonymous) says...
You are a DISGUSTING RACIST PIG to say the least. Yes Black Americans helped to make America the Land of the Free and the Home of the Brave! There's nothing BRAVE about a RACIST COWARD like you! Speaking of handouts, Did it ever occur to YOU an YOUR RACIST type that you will find MORE POOR WHITE TRASH on WELFARE an receiving HAND OUTS than more Blacks or other minorities in this country? Try digesting that to start!
November 1, 2008 at 2:31 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
Riptide (anonymous) says...
stanish....
Like baseball it's a game of percentages and I would like to see the percentage of the black community on public assistance, government programs, fatherless families, their young men in prison, etc. reduce so you wouldn't hear the likes of Cracker. But I'm afraid the poverty pimps and socialists depends on the misery index for their power and control over the black community. With the possibility of Barack Obama becoming president I don't expect dignity to be restored in the black community in my life time.
November 1, 2008 at 5:50 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
zekemire (anonymous) says...
What a racist! She is not legally allowed to be a representative! The House is limited to 435 members! She can be an observer, but, why the hell is she allowed to vote in committees???? Another liberal violation of our great Constitution! And, no, IT IS NOT A LIVING DOCUMENT!!
November 1, 2008 at 6:16 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
MP (anonymous) says...
Some people preach and swear by the "Constitution" until it does not suit them. Amazing how two faced they can be. The Constitution did not give DC the right to voting representation in Congress. DC is not a state, it is a city No, to be exact, a "district," whatever a district is! Does not matter. The Constitution gave voting rights to citizens who reside in "states." No one made any one live in DC. Move a mile or two to Maryland or Virginia and vote all you want. Give DC the right to vote, and I can see it now- Mr speaker, the entire congressional committee from Spankyville votes . . . . .
November 1, 2008 at 7:55 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
Tulane75 (anonymous) says...
This morning's dose of "broad brush" predictable ignorance!
November 1, 2008 at 8:23 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
a_set_love (anonymous) says...
Posted by zekemire on November 1, 2008 at 6:16 a.m. (Suggest removal)
What a racist! She is not legally allowed to be a representative! The House is limited to 435 members! She can be an observer, but, why the hell is she allowed to vote in committees???? Another liberal violation of our great Constitution! And, no, IT IS NOT A LIVING DOCUMENT!!
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So now we have our morning Dose of obama Socialist Democrat LIES and fear mongering.
1. Any person living in any state in the USA, if they can raise support from other citizens, can run for Congress.
2. Washington, D.C. is not a State.
3. No one put a gun to anyone's head and forced them to live in Washington D.C.
4. The Socialist Liberal Democrat controlled Congress has had since 2006 to correct the problem by moving D.C. into a surrounding State. They have done nothing for the good of all Americans, as usual.
5. Obama is a "PATHOLOGICAL LIAR" and Socialist, who is unfit to run for such a high office.
..NoBama-08.....
Obama says "Bill of Rights, Bill of Rights, we don't need no stinking Bill of Rights"
November 1, 2008 at 9:18 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
a_set_love (anonymous) says...
Oh and thanks to the NAACP for coming to the City of North Charleston with their convention. In spite of your self imposed "BOYCOTT" of South Carolina. By staying there and spending sooo much money there you helped keep the taxes low for the citizens living there. Great job, NAACP, the colour of green is good. "Poor Blacks"???
Da pour whites and blacks of the Tri-County Metro Area thank you for your generousity and all the green folding money you lashed out on ous.
..NoBama-08.....obama says "Bill of Rights, Bill of Rights, we don't need no stinking, Bill of Rights!"
November 1, 2008 at 9:34 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
Riptide (anonymous) says...
Tulane75...
Your liberalism is bankrupt.
An individual is unique and like in card game each is dealt with their own set of cards. What's different about the card game analogy is that you don't have to go through life with a losing hand all the time. We deal with challenges, adversities, obstacles, etc., all the time. To succeed in life you need a plan. The individual will need to stick to that plan. Find out what it takes to succeed. What are the strengths and weaknesses of the individual so that he or she will realize their full potential. At times the individual will fall down, get disappointed, get sidetrack in life and will need support. That is why the family is so important. The church and friends are also important to the individual.
My parents were poor and I'm sure they didn't like it but they dealt with it. They live within their means. My parents didn't have any vices like drugs or alcohol. They were religious even though my father didn't go to church. There was no welfare in those days so whatever problems they had in the marriage they had to deal with them and deal with them they did. In the end it was worth it. It was a dysfunctional family at times but they were there for the support we needed and that what's important.
The government can not take the place of the family nor can you pour money into a problem to make it disappear. The community needs to strengthen the family and break this cycle of misery. The government can help by protecting the freedom and liberties of the individual but it is still up to the individual to develop his or her value that the individual will bring to the community.
Have a nice day.
November 1, 2008 at 9:37 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
JerseyLady (anonymous) says...
Good Morning South Carolina:
Check out Michael Moore movie
slackeruprising.com very enlightening to those who have the insight.
November 1, 2008 at 10 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
a_set_love (anonymous) says...
Posted by spankerbuns on November 1, 2008 at 9:36 a.m. (Suggest removal)
Har, har , har...Look at Tripsa, Riptard and Zeke attack those that have made something out of their lives even in spite of the racists like themselves that have tried to obstruct them.
It is hilarious to watch them compete to catch the last drip from Bush's balls as the trickle down economic policies they espouse dry up.
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spankerbuns, you really seem to have this "Problem" with pervert homosexuality, really you should seek mental help as quickly as possible. Seek out Mayor Riley, theres a lot of state hospitals there. I'm sure he can direct you to the best one to cure your sexual and multiple personality problems.
The good side is that when McCain and the "HOT CHICK Palin" win you will have enough to pay for it yourself.
Ah, you do work, like most of the rest of us, don"t you.
..NoBama-08.....obama says "Bill of Rights, Bill of Rights, we don't need no stinking, Bill of Rights!"
November 1, 2008 at 10:05 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
geekboy (anonymous) says...
Trollbuns slurred:
"So funny!! They criticize minorities even as their new president is going to be a black man."
Actually, he's mulatto. He's only "black" when it serves his political purposes.
November 1, 2008 at 10:16 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
coolfreaknbeans (anonymous) says...
With O'Bama having a relative who is an illegal, what do you think he will do to help our problem with illegal immigration? hmmmmm.... Nothing! With all of his money and power he couldnt even help his own Aunt on the path to legal citizenship? Or at least help her go "home" and live well? She lives in public housing? Thats shameful! How funny he pretends to care about the poor and working class, yet he can't even help his own family.
November 1, 2008 at 10:30 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
preachlove (anonymous) says...
I have so much love for South Carolina that I can't wait for some of you racists to pass away.
And speaking of civil rights, and this is for you old "so-called" CHRISTIAN conservatives, I'm sorry I meant racists, that stood by while blacks were denied rights to even get a drink of water, forced to ride in the back of the bus like you were some type of God, beaten, lynched, falsely accused and killed for no other reason than being black, your time will come. Hypocrits.
November 1, 2008 at 10:34 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
coolfreaknbeans (anonymous) says...
I love it! The typical if you don't like O'Bama, you're a racist. Yet in preachloves post they wish death upon Christian conservatives? "...your time will come" ? WTH? Is that a threat? Do you think O'Bama will get in office and force Christian conservatives to ride on the back of the bus or get lynched? I hate O'Bama for so many reasons and could give a crap less whether he was pink,green or blue. I hate his spread the wealth idea, I hate his healthcare plan, I don't like his wanting to cut funding for the military, I happen to think us having a missle defense system is quite important, I value the life of the unborn... I could go on and on. I hate O'Bama because he and I share way different views/beliefs. To all of the race baiting O'Bama supporters I have this to say.... GIVE BACK THE RACE CARD ITS OVERUSED AND AL SHARPTON WILL PROBABLY NEED IT ON NOV 5th!!!! You lose credibility when that's your basis for supporting a candidate!(whether the candidate be black,brown,white or green)
November 1, 2008 at 10:47 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
preachlove (anonymous) says...
Sorry, I said "pass away." I should have said "die" by some horrible disease. Karma is coming racists hypocrits - Your time will come here on earth or in hell.
November 1, 2008 at 10:51 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
tc1 (anonymous) says...
Riptide,
Very well said. +1
November 1, 2008 at 10:54 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
preachlove (anonymous) says...
What does Obama have to do with my post? I don't recall mentioning his name; I was discussing civil rights and how people stood idly by while another race was being badly treated.
November 1, 2008 at 10:54 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
coolfreaknbeans (anonymous) says...
preachlove- Do you think anyone who supports McCain is a racist? I'm asking not to be funny, I really wanna know.
November 1, 2008 at 10:55 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
coolfreaknbeans (anonymous) says...
I guess the group that calls themselves "Blacks Against O'Bama" are racists?
November 1, 2008 at 11:07 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
preachlove (anonymous) says...
Since you are stating your basis for hating Obama. Here's my basis for supporting him:
1. Intelligence (Sorely lacking the last 8 years in our present president.)
2. Calm and Rational (Isn't all over the map like his challenger, who can't even come up with a good message. The only message he has now is "Joe the UNLICENSED plubmer" who is about to laugh all the way to the bank. Good Job Joe! Only in America.
3. Supports the middle class. (And for those of you who think he is giving money to the poor, the EARNED INCOME CREDIT, that gives money to people who don't pay taxes, was started by and re-enacted by republicans.)
4. Wants to end the war in Irag. (We are spending 10 billion a month when Iraq has a 70 billinon surplus. He wants to send more troops to Afghanistan where Bin Laden, remember him, is believed to be, who Bush vowed to kill, but never even talks about any more.)
5. Wants to restore America's standing in the world. (Already seems like he has that following.)
6. Is a Christian with a family. (Research McCain's family life - cheating on his wife, divorced.)
7. I agree with his views on abortion. (A woman's right to decide what's best for her. Let God be the judge.)
8. Tax cuts for the middle class. (Not more corporate welfare.)
9. Health plan is better than McCain's.
10. Energy (Wants to invest in alternatives that will ease our dependence on foreign oil that will help our national security.)
11. Investment in Early Education, more teachers + higher pay and holding educators accountable.
Enough for now.
November 1, 2008 at 11:17 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
a_set_love (anonymous) says...
Obama has launched a new political ad stating that John McCain intends to cut Social Security for the elderly by up to 50%.
Obama, you are a "LIAR" of the worst kind. You play upon the fears of the weak and elderly with lies and half truths.
You on the other hand are promising to lift Americans out of the financial troubles they find themselves in by taxing the hell out of the top 5% of Americans. This includes yourself, Harry Reid, Rev. Wight, all the Kennedys, Jessie Jackson, all the Socialist Hollywood movie stars, Bill Gates, Ted Turner, Al Gore and all the other leaders of the
Liberal Socialist Left.
Do you, Mr. Obama, take us all to be sheep? These people will never pay these taxes. Once in power you will keep the vast American Middle Class enslaved with ever higher taxes. You will throw a few crumbs to the poor Brothers and Sisters
, just to keep them on the hook, while you and the other Socialist leaders enrich yourselves beyond imagination.
..NoBama-08.....Obama says "Bill of Rights, Bill of Rights, we don't need no stinking, Bill of Rights!"
November 1, 2008 at 11:18 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
preachlove (anonymous) says...
Cool... No I don't feel like everyone supporting McCain is racist, but you would have to agree, many are. Judging from what I've read on these posts from different articles, what I've seen in national media (too many examples to mention), and hearing about discussions at work, I know that some who are supporting McCain are doing so purely racist reasons. While the same can be said for a lot of blacks supporting Obama. I am not one of them. Actually, I was initially supporting Edwards because I liked his theme about his father working hard in the factory and he doing the same. Then here came the $400 haircut...
November 1, 2008 at 11:28 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
a_set_love (anonymous) says...
Yea, preachlove, that is enough lies and hatred for now. Obama is a pathological liar and you are preaching Obamaism.
I quote from your post .... " 7. I agree with his views on abortion. (A woman's right to decide what's best for her. Let God be the judge.)"
Since the early 1970's 53,000,000 (million) innocent victims of the mass murder campaign against children now stand before "GOD" to rebuke you, your statement and your Socialist Master, Obama.
..NoBama-08.....Obama says "Bill of Rights, Bill of Rights, we don't need no stinking, Bill of Rights!"
November 1, 2008 at 11:33 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
preachlove (anonymous) says...
a_set... - The crumbs are already being thown at poor whites as well as poor blacks and it is called EIC, in case you didn't know. Let me reiterate and you can look it up - these crumbs were started by republicans. So YOUR tax money was taken by republicans - Imagine that.
November 1, 2008 at 11:35 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
kontact (anonymous) says...
preachlove-Thanks for giving factual reasons why you support Obama. I have asked and asked these McCain supporters over and over why they are votiing for him and I have gotten nothing; just a blank screen and no responses.
And to the rest--Is it Obama's resposibility to support his Paternal Aunt financially?? I didnt know that cause I have a uncle that has some money too. So what she lives in housing projects, does that mean he doesnt love her? Hell no it doesnt. Talk about hypocrites, yall are getting ridiculious with these retarded accusations against this man. Has to work both ways though--McCain left his wife because she got in a accident and he couldnt see a future with her, does that make him less of a man than Obama? No it doesnt because it happened in the past and none of us are perfect. We all have done things we arent proud of. Everyone has issues in some ways or the other but its how we handle these issues that make us the people we are. Stop judging one (Obama)unless you plan on playing devil advocate!!
November 1, 2008 at 11:42 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
preachlove (anonymous) says...
a_set.. - God is the judge; not you or anyone else.
November 1, 2008 at 11:44 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
coolfreaknbeans (anonymous) says...
preachlove- Your 11:17 post was excellent. I of course don't agree :) But you stated why you were for O'Bama and how his beliefs aligned with yours. That part I can respect. I,unlike spankerbiscuits,dont think anyone with different views than mine is stupid. I may not agree and thats ok. But, I do enjoy seeing what other people believe and think as long as it goes beyond playing the race card and name calling.
November 1, 2008 at 11:50 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
preachlove (anonymous) says...
a_set... - "Obama is a pathological liar." Prove it. Please tell me - what does that make Bush and his administration and better yet, what does that make you?
November 1, 2008 at 11:55 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
a_set_love (anonymous) says...
Posted by preachlove on November 1, 2008 at 11:35 a.m. (Suggest removal)
a_set... - The crumbs are already being thown at poor whites as well as poor blacks and it is called EIC, in case you didn't know. Let me reiterate and you can look it up - these crumbs were started by republicans. So YOUR tax money was taken by republicans - Imagine that.
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preachlove, or maybe you should change it preachhate and fear, I looked it up on the official web site for the government agency that administers it........
"The Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) sometimes called the Earned Income Credit (EIC), is a refundable federal income tax credit for low-income working individuals and families. Congress originally approved the tax credit legislation in "1975" in part to offset the "burden" of social security taxes and "to provide an incentive to work". When the EITC exceeds the amount of taxes owed, it results in a tax refund to those who claim and qualify for the credit.
To qualify, taxpayers must meet certain requirements and file a tax return, "even if they did not earn enough money" to be obligated to file a tax return.
The EITC has no effect on certain welfare benefits. In most cases, EITC payments will not be used to determine eligibility for Medicaid, Supplemental Security Income (SSI), food stamps, low-income housing or most Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) payments."...
Now with the LIES your master, Obama the Socialist, gave you to spread and I quote your words ..."Let me reiterate and you can look it up - these crumbs were started by republicans. So YOUR tax money was taken by republicans".
You owe an apology to all normal, hard working Americans and we are willing to wait until your Hell freezes over to get it.
November 1, 2008 at 12:08 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
a_set_love (anonymous) says...
Posted by preachlove on November 1, 2008 at 11:55 a.m. (Suggest removal)
a_set... - "Obama is a pathological liar." Prove it. Please tell me - what does that make Bush and his administration and better yet, what does that make you?
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A Herald???????
November 1, 2008 at 12:16 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
SeaSaw (anonymous) says...
I'm a white grandmother that wants a better world for my grandchildren and I'm proud to say that I cast my vote for O'bama last Wednesday. White people that have been supporting O'bama have seen and experienced first hand the racial barriers that still exist in today's world. Notice the lack of O'bama signs in yards. Most people have probably been afraid to display one for fear of being ridiculed or of ending up with a burning cross in their yard. I have heard and seen things during this election that make me ashamed of my fellow man. But now there is hope, America is speaking out! The votes are coming in, LOUD AND CLEAR. I'm glad to be alive, to witness this historical event. O'bama does have a plan and a vision for this country. When he becomes the next president of the United States, it will be because he was voted into office by real Americans.
November 1, 2008 at 2:10 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
Riptide (anonymous) says...
Top Ten Cities (250,000 or more population) with the Highest Poverty Rate
City, State, % People Below Poverty Level
1. Detroit , MI
32.5%
2. Buffalo , NY
29.9%
3. Cincinnati , OH
27.8%
4. Cleveland , OH
27.0%
5. Miami , FL
26.9%
5. St. Louis , MO
26.8%
7. El Paso , TX
26.4%
8. Milwaukee , WI
26.2%
9. Philadelphia , PA
25.1%
10. Newark , NJ
24.2%
U.S. Census Bureau, 2006 American Community Survey, August 2007
The following facts come from an article by Glenn Beck of CNN.*
*What do the top ten cities with the highest poverty rate all have in common?** *
*Democrat leadership.** *
* Detroit **, MI **, (1st on the poverty rate list)hasn't elected a Republican mayor since 1961;** *
*Buffalo**, NY** (2nd) hasn't elected one since 1954;** *
* Cincinnati **, OH** (3rd)... since 1984;** *
* Cleveland **, OH** (4th)... since 1989;*
* Miami **, FL** (5th) has never had a Republican Mayor;*
* St. Louis **, MO** (6th).... since 1949;*
* El Paso **, TX** (7th) has never had a Republican Mayor;** *
* Milwaukee **, WI** (8th)... since 1908;** *
* Philadelphia **, PA** (9th)... since 1952;** *
* Newark **, NJ**(10th)... since 1907.** *
"The definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results"....Einstein.
"It is the disadvantaged who habitually elect Democrats - yet remain disadvantaged"....Charles Barkley.
November 1, 2008 at 2:10 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
coolfreaknbeans (anonymous) says...
Evil- His Aunt that lives in public housing donated to his campaign? Are you kidding me? If you are living off of taxpayers dollars you have no business making political contributions. WTH?
November 1, 2008 at 3:55 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
a_set_love (anonymous) says...
Again I quote preachlove.... "10. Energy (Wants to invest in alternatives that will ease our dependence on foreign oil that will help our national security.)"
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If we drilled for our own oil, East/West coast, Alaska, shale oil out west, worked to improve clean coal technology. Why would we need to import a drop.
A by-product of the Democrat Party ban on drilling for oil, where there is oil, is to help drive the price up.
When the oil price goes up the obscene profits earned by the Socialist Democrat Leaders in Congress, heavily invested in oil, goes up.
I find it amazing that they are unable to solve the oil problem.
November 1, 2008 at 4:05 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
a_set_love (anonymous) says...
...NoBama-08.....Obama says "Bill of Rights, Bill of Rights, we don't need no stinking, Bill of Rights!"
November 1, 2008 at 4:07 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
a_set_love (anonymous) says...
While looking through YouTube I found this that reminded me of the Socialist Obama and Socialist Democrat Congresses plan for Americas Military.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=22ZhDc...
##http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=22ZhDclIgi0&feature=related
November 1, 2008 at 4:57 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
a_set_love (anonymous) says...
While looking through YouTube I found this that reminded me of John McCains plan for Americas Military.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JK2hKz...
##http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JK2hKzZss5Y&feature=related
November 1, 2008 at 5:12 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
coolfreaknbeans (anonymous) says...
I can't believe after everything that has been revealed about O'Bama that someone would actually vote for him. I'm not talking about the borderline paranoid stuff(like he's the anti Christ) But the fact based, proven AP wire crazy crap he has done or been involved in. I really am in disbelief.
November 1, 2008 at 6:01 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
coolfreaknbeans (anonymous) says...
From an AP article: "In Virginia, the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) will go to federal court on Monday to demand more voting machines in minority polling places."
Can you tell me why minorities should have more machines than whites? Can you tell me how this would go over if whites said they wanted more machines than other races? Why in the hell should race matter as to how many voting machines you have? I saw a black man on tv screaming that they were suppressing his vote because the line was so long. Are you kidding me? Welcome to voting sir- the lines suck!
November 1, 2008 at 6:18 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
preachlove (anonymous) says...
a_set_no love - The EIC was enacted by Gerald Ford and re_enacted by Ronald Reagan in 1986.
In case you didn't know, and even McCain knows this, even if we start drilling now, it's going to take at least 5 years to get results. Look it up.
And evil... - I could care less what you call me; but you are right, I actually think I could easily hate people like you and a.set.no love.
November 1, 2008 at 8:44 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
preachlove (anonymous) says...
evil & a_set - I think I will change to preachhate, because I really do hate people like you. I just wish you could say the stuff you say on here to my face.
November 1, 2008 at 9 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
preachlove (anonymous) says...
I don't feel sorry for you, "cut and paste" little racist devil. I have presented a lot of talking points in my posts, whereas you just, and I'm saying it again, "CUT AND PASTE." If you want to say it to my face, let's set something up. I truly do hate people like you and hope you die and go straight to hell where you and a lot of you hypocrite "FAKE CHRISTIANS" deserve to be.
November 1, 2008 at 9:16 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
preachlove (anonymous) says...
Yeah, evil, keep listening to drugged out rush limbaugh. I'll state it again, I only have HATE for people LIKE YOU.
November 1, 2008 at 9:45 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
preachlove (anonymous) says...
And, evil, please don't blame me for wanting your racist ... to die and go straight to hell. I'm trying.
November 1, 2008 at 9:48 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
preachlove (anonymous) says...
I love most people in this world, IT'S JUST PEOPLE LIKE YOU THAT I HATE. I can easily look in the mirror, because I know I'm not a hypocrit like you.
November 1, 2008 at 9:51 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
exorcist_pencocky4u (anonymous) says...
What in the world is this all about, Senator Obama's "Civilian National Security Force"
November 1, 2008 at 9:55 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
preachlove (anonymous) says...
I did say I need to change to preachhate for people like you; remember that? I still hope you die and I really hope you take all of your racist brothers and sisters to hell with you. Don't you think the world would be a much better place? I think so.
November 1, 2008 at 10:03 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
preachlove (anonymous) says...
Hitler wouldn't take that so kindly; you wanting blacks to be Hilter youth.
November 1, 2008 at 10:07 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
a_set_love (anonymous) says...
preachlove - Look Deacon, the Republicans worked hard to create something to help the poor and needy pull themselves up, in spite of the Democrat Party trying to keep them in slavery. You and your master try to turn it into something, Black, Dirty and Sleazy...
"The Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) sometimes called the Earned Income Credit (EIC), is a refundable federal income tax credit for low-income working individuals and families. Congress originally approved the tax credit legislation in "1975" in part to offset the "burden" of social security taxes and "to provide an incentive to work". When the EITC exceeds the amount of taxes owed, it results in a tax refund to those who claim and qualify for the credit.
To qualify, taxpayers must meet certain requirements and file a tax return, "even if they did not earn enough money" to be obligated to file a tax return.
The EITC has no effect on certain welfare benefits. In most cases, EITC payments will not be used to determine eligibility for Medicaid, Supplemental Security Income (SSI), food stamps, low-income housing or most Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) payments."...
Now with the LIES your master, Obama the Socialist, gave you to spread and I quote your words ..."Let me reiterate and you can look it up - these crumbs were started by republicans. So YOUR tax money was taken by republicans".
I repeat my earlier point, you owe an apology to all normal, hard working Americans and we are willing to wait until your Hell freezes over to get it.
..NoBama-08.....Obama says "Bill of Rights, Bill of Rights, we don't need no stinking, Bill of Rights!"
November 1, 2008 at 10:09 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
preachlove (anonymous) says...
Good night, racists; sleep tight. It's been real. Peace.
November 1, 2008 at 10:10 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
a_set_love (anonymous) says...
GetSerious, how do we know that Obama and the good wife aren't using coke right now to keep up this rough pace they are doing.
You and old deacon preachlove are spreading more lies and hate than one can fathom. Which rock did you crawl out from under, talk about sick brain damage.
..NoBama-08.....Obama says "Bill of Rights, Bill of Rights, we don't need no stinking, Bill of Rights!"
November 1, 2008 at 10:37 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
exorcist_pencocky4u (anonymous) says...
Posted by GetSerious on November 1, 2008 at 10:35 p.m. (Suggest removal)
The latest lead is 9pts. Some are saying Mccain is going to concede defeat tomorrow evening to save time and money.
Plus, if word gets out that Cindy is back on the pills, well let's just say Johnny's chances aren't good...
He has no control of his campaign,
other war vets don't support him,
he's lied and cheated on his wife,
he's been involved in corruption that has cost the taxpayers BILLIONS.
How you folks can support this empty suit, this liar, it beyond me.
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Tell me GetSerious, did your Master Obama send you these lies to spew out or did you make them up all by yourself.
November 1, 2008 at 10:53 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
exorcist_pencocky4u (anonymous) says...
GetSerious - are you, the Deacon Preachlove, spankerbuns and dont_tase_me_bro going to be a problem after your god Obama is defeated by the people of America? Will the police have to come out.
November 1, 2008 at 11:02 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
exorcist_pencocky4u (anonymous) says...
Posted by GetSerious on November 1, 2008 at 10:59 p.m. (Suggest removal)
HEY RIPTARD- when you're done being a dork, do some research and you'll find that 8 of 10 of the wealthiest cities have Democratic leadership.
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The Democrat Leadership always get richer, crime flourishes, taxes go up to astronomical heights and the average citizen always suffers.
November 1, 2008 at 11:08 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
exorcist_pencocky4u (anonymous) says...
So GetSerious, I'm hearing a rumor about you on the e_mail, is it true. A lot of people think it is but I think its to sick, even for you.
November 1, 2008 at 11:12 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
exorcist_pencocky4u (anonymous) says...
Too bad GetSerious, the Deacon Preachlove, spankerbuns and dont_tase_me_bro had to go to bed, SNL is really funny.
November 1, 2008 at 11:37 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
citizenw (anonymous) says...
DC denizens ARE people "of the several states". We are not people of the Argentinian pampas, nor of the African savannahs, nor the Asian steppes, nor the European heartland. We belong to this country in the sense of being full and equal members, not in the sense of chattel property!
All of us are included in the "Posterity" of which our forefathers spoke when they pledged their Lives, their Fortunes and their Sacred Honor to secure Liberty for Themselves and their Posterity.
If our origins do not trace to Maryland, then they trace to one of the other states. True expatriates are at the least allowed to vote in the state of their last residence. The gold standard for representation in each of the United States is that each citizen may select one congressperson and two Senators to represent him or her. That is the standard which we aspire in DC as well. Equality, Nothing More. Equality, Nothing Less.
The Constitution originally counted non-whites as only three-fifths of a person...(All men are created equal?).
The Constitution originally denied non-whites the right to vote...(All men are created equal?)
The Constitution originally denied women the right to vote...(All men are created equal?)
The Constitution originally denied young adults of military draft age the right to vote...(All men are created equal?)
If the Constitution denies DC residents the right to vote, what can I say except...(All men are created equal?) it is wrong and needs to be changed!
As a DC denizen, I have to point out the following: The United States Congress is not really our Congress, since we have had neither voice nor vote in it for over 200 years; the United States Supreme Court (and other Federal courts) are not really our courts, since we have had no say in their operations, their officers, nor the laws they impose on us, for over 200 years; The United States Constitution is not really even our Constitution, since we have had no say in Amendments 12-27.
We have not left this country, we have been forced out. But it is still our country, and we demand to be allowed in! Government Without Consent as imposed on DC is illegitimate, unjust, and tyrannical.
I must also point out that it is not in the hands of DC residents to decide whether we will be allowed an equal vote. That decision is in the hands of our fellow countrymen. A decent respect to the opinions of mankind (and perhaps more importantly, to the fundamental principles on which this nation was founded) requires redress of this injustice. We continue to wait for America to fully live up to the true meaning of its Creed.
November 3, 2008 at 1:57 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
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