Archive for May, 2011
Obama Regime Adds Taxpayer Funded Online Propaganda Czar to Support Re-Election Campaign
Hat tip to alert Hillbuzz reader In DC Troll for this remarkable tidbit at Media Bistro:
H/T ThePeoplesCube.com
The White House has named Jesse Lee to a new position within its communications department titled Director of Progressive Media & Online Response. According to The Huffington Post, Lee will essentially be responsible for building up Obama’s online presence as he prepares for his reelection bid, and squashing any negative stories.
Yes, you heard right! The most open and transparent American administration in history now has a paid-by-taxpayers staffer whose job it is to “monitor” “new media” outlets–like Hillbuzz, for example–to eliminate online criticism of The Won. Makes sense, when you think about it, since the Lamestream Media is already entirely in the tank for Barak Hussein Obama, who is not a Muslim. The only place you will find criticism accurate reporting about the Obama Regime is online or on talk radio.
This position isn’t funded by the Democrat National Committee or Teh Won’s re-election campaign. It’s an official White House position, a government job, funded by the taxpayers of America, to stifle your First Amendment rights.
Jesse Lee is apparently taking his new position very seriously, if his first tweet is any indication:
White House staffer Jesse Lee's first tweet.
How can this possibly be legal? How can a civil servant be working on a re-election campaign from inside the White House? This may be an excellent question for your Senators and Representative.
Code Name “Chalaque”: Scotland Yard Gives Obama “Mildly Offensive” Nickname During Visit
H/T ChicksOnTheRight.com
Again, sometimes these things just write themselves.
Scotland Yard, the organization in charge of security operations during the Obamas’ taxpayer-funded shopping and sightseeing vacation state visit to the UK, has given Obama the code name “Chalaque,” which in Punjabi is a “mildly offensive” insult used to denigrate someone who is “too clever for their own good.’
In other words, “Chalaque” is Punjabi for “Pompous Smartass.”
From the UK Mail:
Scotland Yard insiders told the Sunday Times that their codewords are ‘randomly generated by computer’, but the paper wondered why officials decided to stick with them, when they could have simply had another word selected that would be less provocative.
Still, that’s not the kind of thing that normally rattles Obama, who recently told reporters he keeps calm under pressure by taking some time off for ‘golf, laughter and travel’.
For the first time this week, I’m proud of my non-Muslim, post-racial President. Way to go, Captain Smartass!
Tuesday Open Thread: May 24, 2011
Really, the captions practically write themselves. Check out the comments on YouTube…they’re priceless.
So, what’s on your mind? What’s the scuttlebutt in your neck of the woods?
Are you prepared for the kinds of disasters that have hit Missouri, Mississippi, Georgia, Tennessee, Minnesota…etc. etc.? When was the last time you told the important people in your life that you love them?
(UPDATE: H/T to alert Hillbuzz reader GreenLantern2011 for the video. Apparently our charming First Couple weren’t in “The Beast” at the time. But that in no way impacts the comedy value of this clip.)
Hillbuzz Gold Team Action Alert: Write Your Own Caption
Hat tip to alert Hillbuzz reader patti, for today’s article about the Obamas in today’s UK Mail.
Michelle Obama Dresses Like Grown Up
Having a pint o’ Guiness, it turns out, is more fun and fulfilling than sending condolences to the families of those who died in the Joplin, MO tornado last night–the deadliest tornado in the U.S. in 64 years. That isn’t a surprise. The big surprise of Obama’s trip to Ireland to meet his 8th cousin is that Mechelle managed to dress in the light this morning, and not completely disgrace herself (and America) with a Klingon belt ensemble or an outfit constructed by kindergarteners at a school for the blind. (Yes, a suit would have been more appropriate than a dress and jacket, but let’s not quibble. At least it’s not made of coffee filters or cat-pee-stained sofa upholstery fabric.)
There are always opportunities for humor where the Obamas are concerned, but here’s one I couldn’t resist. Please take a look at the following photo of our First Couple (at least one of whom is not a Muslim) and write a more accurate caption than the copy editor of the UK Mail.
The president and his wife clink their glasses together as they enjoy the Guiness at the Ollie Hays pub
Clearly, Barak Hussein Obama (a non-Muslim) has something on his mind. What could he be thinking? Write a new caption for this photo!
Use the “thumbs-up” icon to vote for your favorite new caption!
New York Post: Obama Looking for Dirt on Chris Christy
Who’s the Obama team most afraid of? Fearless conservative and libertarian leaders who tell it like it is, regardless of the political fallout. Leaders like:
- Sarah Palin
- Herman Cain
- Ron Paul
And the latest to get the “evil eye” from the White House is New Jersey governor Chris Christy, according to the New York Post.
Despite New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie’s repeated pronouncements that he will not seek the GOP presidential nomination, Obama operatives are compiling a dossier of what they call “opposition research” — material that could be used to damage Christie if he changes his mind, The Post has learned.
The Obama campaign is trying to keep its efforts from public view, concerned they would only elevate Christie’s already impressive standing within the Republican Party, sources said.
…Christie’s spokesman Mike DuHaime said, “This is just wishful thinking … He is not running, and he is not cracking the door open even a little bit.”
But the efforts of the Obama camp were flattering, DuHaime said. He added that it was “an acknowledgment that Christie is a bold leader successfully taking on big challenges as governor. A leader who cuts spending and takes on the special interests tends to earn notice at the highest levels.”
You can bet that the Obama re-election team’s activities are totally poll-driven. They may be evil, but they’re (unfortunately) not stupid.
If the GOP were “winning-elections”-driven instead of “hobnobbing-at-the-best-cocktail-parties”-driven, they would have noticed that the seminar callers and opposition research isn’t focused on “it’s his turn,” cucumber-and-mayo candidates like Mittens Romney or T-Paw. Why? Because the Obama team knows they’re beatable.
No, the concern trolls, seminar callers and opposition research team (i.e. Mainstream Media) are ramping up attacks against declared candidates Herman Cain and Ron Paul (actually, Ron is just as frequently attacked by Establishment Republicans in violation of the Reagan Doctrine). And preemptive strikes are aimed at potential candidates Sarah Palin (okay, they’ve never stopped, not for one day since 2008) and Chris Christie.
Team Obama is terrified that a real statesman (or stateswoman) who puts America first and a political career second will be nominated by the GOP.
They were terrified of Trump, because Trump tells it like it is, with no concern whatsoever about raising money or getting re-elected. They are terrified of Herman Cain for the same reason. Herman Cain is retired, has a great family, and doesn’t care about a second term as President. He won’t start running his re-election campaign in February, 2013. Instead, he’ll start fixing the country and undoing the damage inflicted by our non-Marxist, non-Muslim post-racial President.
The Leftists and Mainstream Media (redundancy alert) are absolutely determined to pick John McCain II on our behalf. It is up to Conservatives, Libertarians, Independents, Reagan Democrats, and Tea Party Republicans to take ownership of the primary process, do our own vetting, ignore the Mainstream Media, and nominate a no-B.S. leader who loves American more than he or she loves the idea of a second term and attending the best cocktail parties.
Monday Open Thread: May 23, 2011
Let’s start Monday with a reminder of Lamestream Media’s view of Republicans. Remember, virtually all political reportage on CNN, MSNBC, CNBC, PBS, and the broadcast networks is created by people who actually believe these things about Republicans (and conservatives, for the most part.) Never, ever forget that when you read a news story that makes you feel bad.
So, who’s the Lamestream Media’s “serious” GOP candidate today?
Are your friends and family following the 2012 campaign yet?
Please Pray for Joplin, Missouri
If early reports are any indication, the city of Joplin, Missouri may now only exist on maps. The city of 49,000 was hit by a massive, multi-vortex wedge tornado Sunday evening, about 90 minutes before dark.
At least 30 residents have been confirmed dead, but body counts are expected to go much higher.
The city is without power or communications. A major hospital was destroyed. All other hospitals are overwhelmed with casualties. In some subdivisions, there is nothing left above ground.
If you can pack a lunch today instead of eating out, how about sending your lunch money to the Red Cross, or one of the agencies providing disaster relief services in Missouri.
http://www.kansascity.com/2011/05/22/2894920_tornado-shreds-joplin.html?storylink=omni_popular
Please pray for our fellow Americans in those areas that have been devastated by these storms.
Here’s some raw video shot by a crew from the Weather Channel. The team of storm chasers were about 5 minutes behind the storm, and drove right into the middle of the devastation. This is their first footage on the scene. Before they started doing their reporting, the meteorologist, Mike Bettes went out to search the wrecked cars around the hospital to make sure no one was trapped. Class act.
Why The Constitution Matters: Woman Shoots, Kills Would-Be Rapist
Sometimes, discussions of the Constitution can seem academic or rhetorical. Here’s a concrete example of why I’m a libertarian, and why I will only vote for candidates who respect the rule of law as codified in the Constitution.
VIDEO: Duluth, Ga. Woman Shoots, Kills Home Intruder: MyFoxATLANTA.com
(H/T to Neal Boortz)
As a gun owner myself, I would like to commend this woman for removing a sexual predator from the population.
A thug broke into a suburban Atlanta woman’s home, and attacked her at knifepoint at 6:30 a.m. while she was in the shower. A struggle ensued, during which the woman was injured. Eventually, though, she was able to get her hands on her .22, and shortly thereafter, the woman pumped 9 rounds into her assailant. He staggered outside and was later pronounced dead at the hospital.
Morals of the story:
- The Second Amendment ain’t about hunting.
- You can’t assume the police will be there when you need them.
- If you’re a woman and you live alone, you should buy a gun and learn how to protect yourself with it. (Actually, everyone should do this, but single women especially.)
I will never, ever vote for a candidate who would have preferred that this woman get raped (i.e. any candidate who opposes guns in the hands of law abiding citizens).
If this woman lived in Canada, Australia, Ireland, Scotland, England, Australia, and much of the rest of the world, she would have had two choices:
- Get raped at knifepoint (and probably murdered at knifepoint afterwards)
- Get arrested and imprisoned for owning and using a handgun
Here in America, this woman had a third choice: she had the means and the right to defend herself and not get raped, and retain her freedom.
Let’s keep it that way by electing a presidential candidate who is willing to swear to uphold the entire Bill of Rights, not just the ones he or she likes best.
Sunday Open Thread: May 22, 2011
What are you reading today?
What were the most important stories on the Sunday politics shows this morning?
Which of America’s allies do you think Barak Hussein Obama will throw under the bus during the coming week?
Herman Cain, Tea Party Favorite, Announces Presidential Bid
Frequent Tea Party speaker Herman Cain, the former CEO of Godfather’s Pizza, announced his presidential bid in his hometown of Atlanta today. Over 15,000 gathered for his announcement rally at Centennial Olympic Park. Click on the screen capture to watch his announcement on C-SPAN.
Herman Cain is on fire. He shocked focus group expert Frank Luntz after the South Carolina GOP primary debate by winning the event, hands-down, among an audience of GOP voters who had largely never heard of him before.
And the Leftists are terrified.
Watch his announcement, then listen to the viewer calls afterwards. The Democrat callers are beside themselves…one even seemed nearly incoherent with rage. They call Herman Cain everything but an Uncle Tom (all but one, who is obviously posing as a Democrat who voted for Obama and says he’s switching. But kudos to someone from our side, finally using the tactics of the Left against them. For once.)
We believe this will be the Left’s talking point, when it comes to Herman Cain. He will be called a GOP puppet, an empty suit created just so there would be a black face running against Teh Won. He’s just a shill, a plant, the James Carvilles of the world will say. Members of the Cocktail Party GOP will call him “not serious.”
We’d like to thank Barak Hussein Obama for eliminating experience as a requirement for being elected President of the United States. We’ll be sure to remind Leftists of this when they start howling that Herman Cain isn’t qualified because he hasn’t been taking kickbacks from K-street lobbyists for the past 30 years.
Yes, we love Sarah Palin. And we hope she runs. But as of today, she’s not in the race.
We also love anyone who tells it like it is, and is willing to cut through the B.S. and be honest with the American people. We especially love it when a conservative, pro-Constitution candidate like Herman Cain is willing to take the fight to Obama and say the kinds of things that establishment Cocktail Party GOP bosses don’t dare say out loud, for fear of missing out on the canapes at Mittens Romney’s November, 2012 concession party.
Our favorite bit? Herman Cain’s foreign policy statement:
“Know who your friends are. Know who your enemies are. And don’t throw your friends under the bus.“
