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Main Forums => Political Opinions => Topic started by: xolik on October 01, 2009, 09:16:35 PM
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I’m well aware that some of the regular members here on The Geekery (OMFGLOL!) are politically active or at least to some level politically aware and actually make an effort to become informed about the grand issues of the day from a variety of resources and from considering various points of view without automatically dismissing them just because they may have originated from somebody with a (D) or (R) next to their name.
This already puts you light years ahead of the typical poster found on sites such as DailyKOS or Freerepublic. In the past couple of years, I’ve taken a keen interest in studying the various political creatures that plague our otherwise fair landscape and have made this brief rundown about the absolute worst partisan ideologues you will hopefully never have the pleasure of encountering. If you recognize yourself in any of these following examples, it may be time to seriously consider professional mental help.
This edition will start with a look at the right side of the aisle:
“Birthers”
(http://img30.imageshack.us/img30/7148/birtherii.jpg) (http://img30.imageshack.us/i/birtherii.jpg/)
“Birther” is a term used to describe anybody who seriously doubts that President Obama wasn’t born in the country, thus ineligible to be President and should therefore be removed from office without delay.
(http://img19.imageshack.us/img19/1013/birther2.jpg) (http://img19.imageshack.us/i/birther2.jpg/)
THIS IS WHAT BIRTHERS ACTUALLY BELIEVE!
I know the best way to express my doubt about the citizenship of President Obama would be to employ the worst possible stereotypes imaginable and just shout down anybody who points out that I am, in fact, a fucking lunatic.
(http://img30.imageshack.us/img30/8251/obamagod.jpg) (http://img30.imageshack.us/i/obamagod.jpg/)
Wait, did you just compare Obama to God? I thought that’s what you accuse the left of doing? You know, the whole "Messiah" bit? Christ, you dolts are dense. Where do you get such idiotic ideas from, anyways?
(http://img42.imageshack.us/img42/5092/secretmuslim.jpg) (http://img42.imageshack.us/i/secretmuslim.jpg/)
Oh, that’s right.
“Patriots”
(http://img41.imageshack.us/img41/9346/fakepatriots.jpg) (http://img41.imageshack.us/i/fakepatriots.jpg/)
Now these guys really crack me up. They take their complete and total ignorance of all things political, toss on a tricorn hat, and start comparing George W. Bush to Thomas Jefferson. I don’t know what color the sky is in their world, but this isn’t the 1700s, you are not a freedom fighter in any sense of the word and if government agents actually did pull up to your doublewide, you’d piss yourself faster than you can say "Ben Franklin."
Remember, in addition to being a pretty cool first person shoot’em up game, Descent is also the highest form of patriotic! Unless there’s a Republican in office. Then you better damn well shut your filthy mouth, you commie traitor!
“Teabaggers”
(http://img203.imageshack.us/img203/4445/lolwut.jpg) (http://img203.imageshack.us/i/lolwut.jpg/)
Second cousins to the “Patriot”, these proud “Teabaggers” like to compare their protests against the government to the Boston Tea Party. I’m pretty sure the guys dumping crates of tea into the harbor didn’t wear Viking helmets, but I wasn’t there so I can’t say for certain. They claim their protests are against wasteful government expansion and spending, but were strangely silent when George W. Bush spent this country into oblivion. Now they protest just about anything the government does.
(http://img44.imageshack.us/img44/2519/birther1.jpg) (http://img44.imageshack.us/i/birther1.jpg/)
Did I mention that about 98% of the times, I have no fucking idea what they’re trying to say? This doesn’t make any sense at all. “Christian” isn’t even a country! Or maybe he’s trying to say his forefathers WERE Christian, but converted? What, exactly does Obama’s being from Kenya explain, besides the dark skin? The fact that a skinheaded white guy is holding up signs like this is what caused Carter call you all racists. You’re not helping your cause, buddy.
(http://img340.imageshack.us/img340/6148/harrisburgprotestlrg.jpg) (http://img340.imageshack.us/i/harrisburgprotestlrg.jpg/)
You guys don’t seriously believe that President Obama has some nefarious plot to enslave white people, do you? You can’t be that stupid, right?
(http://img35.imageshack.us/img35/123/whiteslavery.jpg) (http://img35.imageshack.us/i/whiteslavery.jpg/)
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(http://img62.imageshack.us/img62/2663/galleryteaparty6.jpg) (http://img62.imageshack.us/i/galleryteaparty6.jpg/)
I approve with at least 50% of the message here. (Hint: it’s not the top part. Backdoor passes are awesome!)
So there you have it: fine examples of what’s passing for intelligent political discourse these days. Tune in next time when we take a look at what lurks on the left!
Xolik: Fair and Balanced!
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Why is it that if someone disagrees with Obama's policy, they're a racist?
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Why is it that if someone disagrees with Obama's policy, they're a racist?
(http://img203.imageshack.us/img203/6117/2867253326792146d6e7.jpg) (http://img203.imageshack.us/i/2867253326792146d6e7.jpg/)
Not everybody, obviously. I don't agree with Obama's policy but it's not because I hate darkies, it's because I don't like the effects the policy would have on the country.
There are people who don't like him because he's black. A small percentage. To say otherwise is...not being honest. These are the ones that make the funniest photos. I myself have argued against the whole 'shut up and do what he says you racist why do you hate blacks?' type of 'arguments' the more obnoxious far lefties like to toss out.
This is a leftist drone type that I'll cover when I make the left-wing version of this.
But to be fair, I'll take some of the more 'inflammatory' remarks out.
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Why is it that when ever I see the left or the right talk about our current government leadership I can not agree with either? I have never been good with defining my personal political views, but I do feel I know when something is just *wrong*
Anyway, I dug the first installment xolik, can't wait to see more.
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Awwww... you needn't edit the original. I was just yoinkin you's chain.
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The most amusing thing about the "birther" folks is that their indignation would be through the roof if the lefties were saying the same thing about McCain, had he won. McCain was born in the canal zone and while one would think that that would be fine and dandy, there has certainly never been a court decision that affirms that that situation conforms to the "natural born citizen" clause.
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there has certainly never been a court decision that affirms that that situation conforms to the "natural born citizen" clause.
yes, but the senate approved a resolution stating just that in 2008. in any case its a no-brainer. American military base = American territory = natural born citizens.
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Xolik, this thread is a public service. I hope you have time to expose our esteemed lunatics on the left.
Oh, here are two more for the wingnut collection... Self-Godwining Morans:
(http://www.ivandavidoff.com/misc/ovens.jpg)
(http://www.ivandavidoff.com/misc/obamahitler.jpg)
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yes, but the senate approved a resolution stating just that in 2008. in any case its a no-brainer. American military base = American territory = natural born citizens.
Maybe not a "no brainer" but I agree that it it sensible. It is also sensible to believe Hawaii when they say Obama's BC is legit.
My point is that these kooks would be up in arms about the "will of the people" being usurped if their guy had won.
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The most amusing thing about the "birther" folks is that their indignation would be through the roof if the lefties were saying the same thing about McCain, had he won. McCain was born in the canal zone and while one would think that that would be fine and dandy, there has certainly never been a court decision that affirms that that situation conforms to the "natural born citizen" clause.
I originally pointed out the McCain thing but took it out because I inferred that between the two choices, they decided to go after Obama purely because of his race.
(http://www.ivandavidoff.com/misc/obamahitler.jpg)
Oh please. Obama isn't like Hitler at all. At least Hitler got the Olympics...
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Oh please. Obama isn't like Hitler at all. At least Hitler got the Olympics...
(http://www.ivandavidoff.com/misc/rimshot.gif)
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and about the Birthers... we still haven't seen Obama's long form birth certificate. the short form, yes, but since the two are supposed to go together this does cast doubt on the authenticity of the one we have seen.
still, it isn't something one should jump to conclusions about (the long form could have been lost, for example). and even if it was true, then what? Obama get impeached, Biden becomes president, (he's probably the brains of the operation anyway) and the change keeps coming.
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and about the Birthers... we still haven't seen Obama's long form birth certificate. the short form, yes, but since the two are supposed to go together this does cast doubt on the authenticity of the one we have seen.
still, it isn't something one should jump to conclusions about (the long form could have been lost, for example). and even if it was true, then what? Obama get impeached, Biden becomes president, (he's probably the brains of the operation anyway) and the change keeps coming.
(http://img27.imageshack.us/img27/6057/obamabirthcertificate.jpg) (http://img27.imageshack.us/i/obamabirthcertificate.jpg/)
Seems legit to me. Whelp, let's toss him out!
If this thread is gonna be derailed into a Birther debate, I swear I'm coming through the TCP\IP to start slapping people.
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BizB and I worked out TCP/IPCP* protocol last year. Let us know if you wish to implement this.
*TCP/IP CockPunch
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I'm not saying I'm a Birther. I'm just saying that I'm holding out judgement until either A. we see Obama's long form certificate or B. we get evidence that it does not exist.
but yes, lets not talk about that any more. threads like that tend to degenerate into shouting matches.
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No! They don't!
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You guys slay me.
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No! They don't!
Yes! They do!
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I DON'T GET IT!
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HATE STAR WARS!
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WHY?
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stupid
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YOU'RE ALL IDIOTS!
hehe...I found the maximum font size...
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stupid
explains
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Thank you!
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It's assholes like you motherfuckers that are destroying civil discussion in this goddamn society, you dumbshits. Now pipe down and be respectful of one another, you bunch of cockmongers.
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I feel better now, thanks.
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cock(mongers) LOL
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cockmonger = someone who sells roosters?
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oh eh, probably, it's much more easier to persuade people that Obama shouldn't be a president because he's black/muslim/terrorist/reincarnation of hitler/whatever else than explain those idiots what is wrong about his policy no matter how fecking stupid that actually is.
Sometimes I'm really suprised by how easily some people develop an opinion concerning certain things wihout any evident reasons to have such an opinion. My mom loves Obama, but we don't even live in America, srsly, she calls me and tells me that she watched news report and saw him saying something and how cool he is.
/Enjoyed the thread
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Where is the multi smite button? Stupid trollers.
On topic; I can't really see what's wrong in being patriotic, in the sense of being proud of your country and its origin. Good basis principles are worth (fighting for) keeping.
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Racist.
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trollers.
(http://www.ivandavidoff.com/misc/word.jpg)
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^I'm completely aware of the definition of the word and its use is intended.
Racist.
Why's that? You're saying patriots are by definition racists?
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^I'm completely aware of the definition of the word and its use is intended.
In that case, define what "trolling" means and indicate which posts in this thread apply.
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Just an update that I should have the second part of this done sometime during the coming weekend. Been busy with studying for midterms. :-(
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racist
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racist
(http://img225.imageshack.us/img225/2809/nouforknowyourmeme.jpg) (http://img225.imageshack.us/i/nouforknowyourmeme.jpg/)
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personally I think the left is acting a bit dumber at this time 8-)
particularly these women.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tKb78kJhaMw#noexternalembed&hl=en&fs=1& (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tKb78kJhaMw#noexternalembed&hl=en&fs=1&)
found randomly on YouTube, just have one thing to say: how did you get so stupid? I mean come on.
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=haO38qgCgQs#noexternalembed&hl=en&fs=1&rel=0 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=haO38qgCgQs#noexternalembed&hl=en&fs=1&rel=0)
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http://www.usatoday.com/news/nation/2009-07-27-obama-hawaii_N.htm (http://www.usatoday.com/news/nation/2009-07-27-obama-hawaii_N.htm)
"I, Dr. Chiyome Fukino, director of the Hawaii State Department of Health, have seen the original vital records maintained on file by the Hawaii State Department of Health verifying Barack Hussein Obama was born in Hawaii and is a natural-born American citizen. I have nothing further to add to this statement or my original statement issued in October 2008 over eight months ago...."
http://www.snopes.com/politics/obama/birthcertificate.asp (http://www.snopes.com/politics/obama/birthcertificate.asp)
The only birth certificate that's a forgery, is one which claimed Obama was born in Kenya. Clear_Runway, we've seen it and it's real.
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Moar pleeze
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Good sweet christ I forgot all about this damn thread. Ok, ok, I'll try to dig up something soon. Damn work and school are getting all up in my free time.
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any day now...
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any day now...
Quiet you. I have my last final tomorrow. GAWD.
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http://www.geekforum.org/index.php/topic,7073.msg117065.html (http://www.geekforum.org/index.php/topic,7073.msg117065.html)
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http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2010/01/04/democrats-plan-cut-gop-final-health-care-negotiations/ (http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2010/01/04/democrats-plan-cut-gop-final-health-care-negotiations/)
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http://www.nypost.com/p/news/local/heroin_for_dummies_oLIfe1Gxl7RMk9iJZiWlnL (http://www.nypost.com/p/news/local/heroin_for_dummies_oLIfe1Gxl7RMk9iJZiWlnL)
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http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2010/01/04/secret-service-investigating-obama-effigy-hanging/ (http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2010/01/04/secret-service-investigating-obama-effigy-hanging/)
I cant remember how many Bush effigy burnings, hangings, etc I read about; but I never read about the SS being investigating them. This is important enough for the SS?
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well, to most of washington its a bit like burning an effigy of christ. whereas bush was the antichrist, so its okay.
on a less sarcastic note, this could be described as more of en effigy lynching, hence the heightened concern.