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ABC News: No Presumption of Good Faith...

Written by CombatRob

Saturday, 24 May 2008

...for Clinton. ABC points out something I'd been thinking but couldn't quite articulate - there is no "presumption of good faith" when it comes to dealing with Clinton (him or her).

I don't think that's a bad thing, mind you. I think it's a direct reflection of their actions, such as Clinton's so-called apology:

"I regret that if my referencing that moment of trauma for our entire nation, particularly for that family, was in any way offensive," said Clinton.

That's not an apology. People aren't stupid (for the most part); they see right through such nonsense.

Comments (7)

A matter of scope... : BissBoss

Personally, I think they (politicians in general) should be taken with a grain of salt.

Anytime their lips are moving, think ulterior motive first.

-BB-

May 25, 2008 :: 07:55PM

re: a pound of salt nowadays : combatrob

Well said, BB...long time no hear!

May 25, 2008 :: 08:05PM

Gone but (hopefully) not forgotten... : BissBoss

Things have been EXTREMELY hectic here of lates!

Much buffoonery from subordinates and the reorg goes unwell...

Same old same old... Only less people to do it with!

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May 25, 2008 :: 08:08PM

never forgotten : combatrob

Definitely not forgotten. Sorry to hear about the buffoonery and unwell reorg. The buffoonery is widespread, I assure you. smilies/wink.gif

May 25, 2008 :: 08:12PM

Tangents : BissBoss

Think I'll start a thread in Battle Rhythm on buffoonery!!!

Is the election shaping up the way you thought it would?

May 25, 2008 :: 08:17PM

re: thread and election : combatrob

Go for it. It should fill up pretty fast. smilies/grin.gif

For the most part, yes. On the Democratic side, I thought Obama would have knocked out Clinton by now. I think he could have had he played the game more aggressively, but I think his approach has probably been correct. He's let the Clinton's shoot their mouths off and tried to play the mediator, keeping a level head.

On the Republican side, I hoped for Fred Thompson to launch and take it away. His launch wasn't, however. I didn't think Romney had much of a chance (religion), nor did I think Guiliani or Huckabee had much of a chance outside of their home states.

Am I happy with the way it's shaped up? Not really. As someone who leans right, McCain strikes me as someone who is not going to change much (tax reform, limited gov't, etc.) and will be, simply, more of the same.

I think Obama is an excellent and gifted speaker. He would probably be the most effective leader, but I disagree with a lot of his policies and how he wants to pay for them (corporate taxes are a euphemism for increased prices). As the Chief Executive, I hope he does reach out and try to implement policies that are good for America. I do think it is incredible that he has energized a lot of young voters. I am pleased he has derailed Clinton II's ambitions for the throne; I do not think a 2nd Clinton Presidency would have been good for our country.

May 25, 2008 :: 08:31PM

Interesting indeed... : BissBoss

I too am amazed at the voter interest this election year. I think people are finally saying "Enough already - Go do some political stuff". If the citizens of the U.S. feel that they have made a difference and sent a message, watch out Washington! My God, people could actually believe that they have a say in things (heaven forbid!)!

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May 25, 2008 :: 08:37PM

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