The Democrats spent years complaining that Republicans were questioning their patriotism, so now that they are in power, they certainly won’t question the Republicans’ patriotism just because their views differ on political issue?
Yes, that was a rhetorical question.
After cap-and-trade passed with just eight Republican votes, Henry Waxman, author of the bill, accused Republicans of “rooting against the country … even rooting against the world.”
Considering how much attention the media gave to Rush Limbaugh’s out-of-context quotes about how he wanted Obama’s policies to fail and how Obama was hurting America, I wonder how much attention the media will give to Waxman, an actual politician, for making such antagonistic comments?
Again, a rhetorical question.
When Limbaugh said that Obama was “demolish[ing] the America we know and love,” MSNBC anchor Tamron Hall asked Republican strategist Alex Conant what he thought about it, and Conant responded, “Two weeks ago, Rush Limbaugh challenged this network, MSNBC, to go a whole month without repeating his name, and this is like the fifth segment you guys have had this afternoon talking about Rush Limbaugh.”
Conant continued:
"Rush Limbaugh has not been elected to anything. He doesn’t have the power to tax people. He doesn’t have the power to send people to war. I don’t understand how you guys find him so relevant you spend this much of the afternoon covering him.”
Henry Waxman is a politician who does have the power to vote for war and to raise our taxes, and he just used that power in getting the cap-and-trade bill passed. Waxman, in fact, is one of the most powerful members of the House of Representatives, as chairman of the House Energy and Commerce Committee. His comments are many times more relevant to what Democratic leadership is thinking than Limbaugh’s are to the GOP.
Is anyone going to ask the Democrats to denounce Waxman? Ask Pelosi to denounce Waxman?
No, it’s pretty clear that Pelosi agrees with Waxman. Last September, Pelosi called Republicans “unpatriotic”. John Dingell said it was unpatriotic for Republicans to vote against the auto bailout.
Since when is saving the American taxpayer’s money unpatriotic?
If the media really wants to be patriotic, they should ask Waxman if his attack on the political process is helpful to the country.
—Mitchell Blatt is the editor of the foreign affairs blog Bombs and Dollars.
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The Phantom of the Congress
July 1, 2009 - 15:22 ET by Chris NormanThis man is as ugly on the inside as he is on the outside. It's got to be a case of the ugliness bleeding out. For Pete's sake, Congressman, put the mask back on.
The "Mainstream" Media: By liberals. For liberals.
Stupid liberal strawman arguments
July 1, 2009 - 15:51 ET by sevenHe is ignorant. India and china say no.
It seems the planet doesn't agree with him. He made a dishonest claim.
Chris, You see the same
July 1, 2009 - 16:22 ET by ForeverOnTheRightChris, You see the same thing I do in his physical appearance. To me he not only looks like the Phantom of the Opera but has the ears of a Star Trek alien, Ferengi.
http://media.comicvi...
He looks like Porky Pig.
July 1, 2009 - 17:31 ET by AntiMediaHe looks like Porky Pig. Th-Th-Th-Th-Th That's all folks.
He wishes he looked that
July 2, 2009 - 13:08 ET by notinstlHe wishes he looked that good
cartoonish goon
July 2, 2009 - 01:46 ET by konoDude looks like Bender from Futurama, but with flesh-tone paint job.
Goodness gracious, what a weasel.
Yow
July 1, 2009 - 15:15 ET by DontFeedTheTrollsMust . . . hold . . . my . . . tongue. Must . . . not . . . make . . . comment. . . about . . . that . . . pic. Keep . . . on . . . topic.
Arrrrggghhh!
D
Write Congress and say vote NO on cap and trade!
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The Jackson/Waxman Solution
July 1, 2009 - 15:25 ET by slickwillie2001Maybe all that Michael Jackson got lopped off his nose is in storage somewhere, and can be donated to Waxman to fix his.
If you're in need...
July 1, 2009 - 15:41 ET by jdlybrand... of a nose hole transplant, those two are prime doner candidates.
OK, I will make a comment:
July 1, 2009 - 18:05 ET by needleIs that a phallic symbol sticking in his ear?
- Relying upon the MSM for your information is like relying upon an embezzler to manage your portfolio.
needle, ah, that it is what is protruding from his collar.
July 1, 2009 - 19:13 ET by R D Helm:-)
-Dave
"Obama's health care "reform" plan is to blow up the building in order to fix a leak in the roof" -Herman Cain
Middle Earth just called.
July 2, 2009 - 14:11 ET by Tim the EnchanterMiddle Earth just called. They want their Orc back.
Media? What media?
July 1, 2009 - 15:19 ET by DJEddleWill the media ever question Obama's statements about Iran or Honduras...either taking too long or jumping the gun, but in both cases, being on the wrong side of liberty and self-government?
Obama Fails with Iran and Honduras
Will the media ever question Obama's statements about the Iraq War - including the ones he made yesterday, in which he tries to ignore reality?
Revisionist History in the Making: Obama and the Iraq War
Of course they won't. And neither will Pelosi and Waxman. Why not? Because they are all "unpatriotic" - as Pelosi would say. Waxman's attack on the political process is perfectly in line with the media's philosophy and that of our current "president" and congress.
It's disgusting. Hopefully, their time will be running out...very quickly.
Rational Liberty: Where Reason and Government Collide - The best website ever!
Well he has some great teeth.
July 1, 2009 - 15:20 ET by upcountrywaterbetter than this, breath is the same tho.
Reagan VS Liberalism
Is it even possible?
July 1, 2009 - 15:33 ET by notinstlCould there even be a worse picture of Waxman? This picture is worth a 1,000 words...all of them obscene.
Actually, this is probably one of his better pictures.
July 1, 2009 - 23:42 ET by pahuberAt least that what his momma told me ; )
~Let me guess
July 2, 2009 - 13:32 ET by choselife3xShe likes you better and sends you money and nude photos, yes?
That high-pitched scream you hear is the troll under my heel.
Waxman, the MSM and the
July 1, 2009 - 15:35 ET by George S PattonWaxman, the MSM and the tyrant,despot supporting, arrogant, ignorant, socialist, kenyan magic negro can all go to hell.
democrats questioning
July 2, 2009 - 00:04 ET by TruthMongerdemocrats questioning conservative patriotism is probably the hollowest ring i will ever hear for the rest of my life:)
there are no words to describe the laughability dammit!
Here is an important article on Waxman's love of country. ACA
July 1, 2009 - 15:43 ET by acaiguanaThis guy Waxman makes my skin crawl.
Here is an important example of how he loves his country.
ACA
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Quoted from: 'Acaiguana notes from the Underground' (Soon to be at theaters near you)
If you're not outraged,
July 1, 2009 - 15:45 ET by mattmIf you're not outraged, you're not paying attention.
What a great post!
July 1, 2009 - 18:13 ET by needleI wonder if we could find a benefactor to finance a clearance sale ad for these bumpa stickas in the Boston Globe.
- Relying upon the MSM for your information is like relying upon an embezzler to manage your portfolio.
Yeah, I'd probably be more
July 1, 2009 - 15:46 ET by fitzfongYeah, I'd probably be more worried if this charlatan accused me of rooting for this country. His perverse and treasonous model of what constitutes "patriotism" represents everything this country was founded to combat. Just more self-righteous gas from an anti-American tyrant.
"I spent a lot of money on booze, birds and fast cars. The rest I just squandered." -George Best
Seinfeld
July 1, 2009 - 15:46 ET by RoloTWow, Waxman, Bawney Fwank, Ma Pelosi, little Patty Murray and Stuart Smalley to name a few of the really scary looking people who are destroying this country. I must say though that I did like Waxman's role on that Seinfeld episode where Kramer was looking for the pig-man (not to be confused with El Gore's man-bear-pig) at the hospital.
I was thinking the same thing Rolo
July 1, 2009 - 22:02 ET by clubchamp6http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IG81Bvyzi6w
So b/c we want to preserve freedom
July 1, 2009 - 15:46 ET by Ten7sSo b/c we want to preserve freedom and protect the ecomony, we aren't patriotic? That's the one of the most bizzare notions I've ever heard. These leftist b@st@rds are shameless. Under this bill America would be toast.
Biden says paying taxes is patriotic
July 1, 2009 - 15:54 ET by sevenTell Geithner. Tell Sebelius and the rest.
Waxman went to the hospital yesterday..Must have been heat related.
Okay, I'll bite. Why does
July 1, 2009 - 15:56 ET by Ruths husband BenOkay, I'll bite. Why does a picture of Gollum accompany this article?
Outside of a dog, a book is a man's best friend. Inside of a dog it's too dark to read. - Groucho
Ben
July 1, 2009 - 17:50 ET by DoktorFrankenVery good! Here's Waxman's wife (of sorts) -
http://4.bp.blogspot...
Gollum and Gobbler. A match made in The Undying Lands.
Tomba
July 1, 2009 - 18:00 ET by teeaa01Hey, I didnt know Bawney Fwank was a cwossdwesser too!
Waxman is a small,
July 1, 2009 - 15:56 ET by Delsanasty, hateful, mean, overtly ugly man!
He is a sad excuse for a human being.
He personifies "The Ugly American" as do the rest of his left wing bedfellows!
They embarrass me!
The bill is anti american,
July 1, 2009 - 16:04 ET by EdhenryThe bill is anti american, and sadly pro pollution.
It increases taxes, lowers US standard of living, ships jobs overseas where more pollution is otherwise generated for production of the same widget.
The democrats finally found a bill to ruin everything at once.
Rooting against
July 1, 2009 - 16:05 ET by Vivaldi5Personally, I'm rooting against Waxman's nose hairs, those obscenely long and snake-like creatures that have apparently eaten their way through his miniscule brain and now threaten planetary domination.
humm
July 1, 2009 - 16:12 ET by Joe CamelHe looks like a white version of Michelle Obama..spooky..
Hanky Waxjob
July 1, 2009 - 16:14 ET by jacktheripperknows alot about "rooting"...I'm guessing
Twilight Zone or What?
July 1, 2009 - 16:27 ET by sic721Remember that Twilight Zone episode with Donna Douglas(Ellie May from Beverly Hillbillies) where she was considered 'ugly' among her own people? Waxman looks exactly like those people. Exactly!!
Liberalism is telling a man he can't have a steak just because a baby can't chew it.--- Mark Twain(paraphrased)
You are right. I remember that episode.
July 1, 2009 - 18:46 ET by jawebster1Jim Webster
Fork Henry Waxman sideways
July 1, 2009 - 16:28 ET by R D HelmWhat is unpatriotic are idiots like him who are ramming only partially written legislation through congress at lightning speed that is going to push this nation over the cliff.
This man and his ilk are an immediate threat to our republic.
-Dave
"Obama's health care "reform" plan is to blow up the building in order to fix a leak in the roof" -Herman Cain
You would think the folks in Cali
July 1, 2009 - 16:43 ET by general companyWould be in his office 24-7. Are there any sane folks in Cali? What are you ALL waiting for? 38 of your reps voted for this Country killer. BTW nobody in my state voted for it, we worked very hard to make sure they wouldnt also.
My Gov. thinks I am dangerous, so be careful
"Television is a freak show" Bernie Goldberg
GC- This state was gerrymandered so badly
July 2, 2009 - 18:25 ET by IamTinmanCalifornia was gerrymandered so badly that it will be difficult if not impossible to assemble a government that would accurately reflect the people of California. The ultra liberals in the Bay Area and Los Angeles have us at a total disadvantage and my vote has meant nothing (except to me) for decades. We keep trying for a new reapportionment but again have been repeatedly blocked by the democrats in Sacramento.
Don't give this state any money. We'll just waste it!
nostrilitis
July 1, 2009 - 16:34 ET by RD Kingis a flat out liar and his buddy malarky is a lunartic and the two of them worked in collusion with osama obama to try and finish off the US economy and destroy the country and he has the gall to question patriotism. waxman like obama needs to be Hondurased.
Man!
July 1, 2009 - 16:40 ET by doug1950He got it all didn't he...good looks AND charm.
Problem Solved
July 1, 2009 - 17:03 ET by gapeachWith the size of those nostrils, I imagine with the amount of oxygen he's sucking in and comparative CO2 he's spewing out, he could solve the so-called global warming problem all by himself if he wanted to go ahead and sacrifice himself-- you know-- take one for the team.
The System
July 1, 2009 - 17:47 ET by DanoThese idiots now controlling our government and lives, are the product of our public education system! God help us all.........
A Face
July 1, 2009 - 17:59 ET by DoktorFrankenA face only a mother . . . Sheesh! Who are we kidding. No one can look at the face without bursting out with laughter.
His outward appearance (holding back the bile) certainly reflects his inner ugliness. (Bile creeping up) Anything Waxman says (tasting it . . . ) has got to be the biggest POS (tasting it . . . ) that can come from the Left - with the exception of Pelosi. (OK - that did it. I threw up in my mouth.)
Can you imagine any of the 'beautiful people' from Hollywood hanging with this troll? Maybe Roseanne or Rosie - just so they look better by comparison.
India and China
July 1, 2009 - 18:09 ET by teeaa01India came out with a statement today thar they will NOT reduce carbon emmissions 1 iota, none, zip, zilch, zero. And do you really think the Chicomms will. They are putting 1 new coal fired plant a month (week?) on line. But we will be driving whatever industry is left in this country overseas. Big oil has already stated that they will also because it will be cheaper to import finished product than produce them here! Must be some of them big paying green jobs "The One" was talking about.
Thanks and a big tip o the hat to the Cap and Traitors
Personally, I resent questions about Patriotism.
July 1, 2009 - 18:15 ET by acaiguanaI don't like patriotism issues from either side. Patriotism is a personal thing. It is a decision made personally. We either believe in our form of government or we think it is not working.
I believe it is working. Sorry to say, sometimes it appears to not work.
So, Waxman and the rest can go shove it.
I define my own patriotism.
ACA
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Quoted from: 'Acaiguana notes from the Underground' (Soon to be at theaters near you)
Message to the management:
July 1, 2009 - 18:29 ET by needleIn the name of civility, decency, and aesthetic equanimity I request that NewsBusters editors use some sort of place hold instead of an actual picture of Henry Waxman, Helen Thomas, and other such medusas.
Just a thought.
- Relying upon the MSM for your information is like relying upon an embezzler to manage your portfolio.
Waxman may be short, liberal and ugly...
July 1, 2009 - 18:42 ET by jawebster1but I'm sure his dog thinks he's wonderful. What's that? His dog doesn't like him either. Oh, well. Jim Webster
Man thats just wrong
July 1, 2009 - 20:38 ET by general companyDog like him just fine,,,,,,if the pork chop dont fall off,,,,,just bites him in face a lot.
My Gov. thinks I am dangerous, so be careful
"Television is a freak show" Bernie Goldberg
Waxman managed to push through a bill that's based on a lie...
July 1, 2009 - 18:43 ET by ThalpyWaxman managed to push through a bill that's based on a lie. This bill was not constructed by patriotic people. Not one of the legislators who voted yes had read this bill. It is anti-American, anti-democratic, un-democratic, and seditious to pass pass a bill that no one has read. Waxman speakes of patriotism, I speak of treason.
HMMMM
July 1, 2009 - 18:49 ET by rick007Waxman looks kike a good candidate for B Frank to woo!
They look and act alike.
B Frank bends over for -------
>.<
July 1, 2009 - 18:51 ET by katainkentthe man's nose looks like the two lanes going into the Hampton roads bridge tunnel.
Sorry, generally I don't pick on people for their features but... I just had to get that out of the way. He has access to some of the best health care this country has to offer and a darn fine salary. He could at least spring for some good dental.
So is it going to become the norm that disagreeing with the Dems is upatriotic? When will they all descend into calling us traitors?
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Who controls the past controls the future. Who controls the present controls the past - George Orwell - 1984
Sorry, generally I don't pick up on people for their features...
July 1, 2009 - 19:21 ET by jdlybrand... but didn't you make a spot on reference to Michelle's big old fanny about a month or two ago. If it wasn't you, it was still hilarious. Wish I could remember the exact quote.
ah no
July 1, 2009 - 19:24 ET by katainkentbut I sort of remember what you're referring to. It was spew alert worthy. I remember it was two somethings going uphill...
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Who controls the past controls the future. Who controls the present controls the past - George Orwell - 1984
HMMMM
July 1, 2009 - 18:51 ET by rick007Gee this idiot is so stupid he didn't even hire a speed reader.
I'm sorry but..
July 1, 2009 - 19:13 ET by American.Patriotthis guy looks like a rat-fink character from some old Disney movie where kids use tricks to make adults look stupid.
Who the #uck would vote for a dip-shit like this.
Oooops, sorry, the California fruits and vegitables...
"When I look in the mirror, I say, 'He did not sell his soul for short-term politics.'" President George W. Bush, June 18, 2009
Waxman In Hospital
July 1, 2009 - 19:13 ET by PawpawNSeems Mr. Waxman has fainted and is in Hospital in L.A. now. Guess Global Warming made him faint. I wish him no ill will, but this guy made statements that are so outrageous, who knows what he really thinks. Anyway, as a Conservative who believes in everyone, I wish him a speedy recovery. Maybe he'll get his senses back. PawpawN
Hopefully the much needed rest
July 1, 2009 - 19:21 ET by general companyWill help clear his head.
I could tell he wasnt feeling well,,,,,,,,by that photo
My Gov. thinks I am dangerous, so be careful
"Television is a freak show" Bernie Goldberg
i applaud your taking the
July 1, 2009 - 19:27 ET by TruthMongeri applaud your taking the high road my friend - bravo - but as for me i can't wait to dance on the criminal democrat bastard's grave
Palin/Prejean 2012
→ TM
July 1, 2009 - 19:36 ET by Cool ArrowHe's much better now, as evidenced by this photo after leaving the hospital.
If only your photo
July 1, 2009 - 19:45 ET by general companyHad bigger ears, could be his twin
My Gov. thinks I am dangerous, so be careful
"Television is a freak show" Bernie Goldberg
Cool
July 2, 2009 - 13:20 ET by doug1950Man, I can't stop laughing, you sucked me in on that one. The likeness is striking.
I certainly wish Mr. Waxman
July 1, 2009 - 23:07 ET by SvenI certainly wish Mr. Waxman a speedy recovery, but if this man has a bit of introspection, he'll use this illness and hospital stay to ponder his views on ObamaCare (which I'm sure he supports!).
As a member of the elites in the US Congress, he's under a plan where he can choose his own Dr. and never be denied care...of any kind! Maybe, just maybe he'll think of the American people who could very well be dependent on ObamaCare (read: rationed care) and perhaps change his support of this horrible plan...?
Well I can dream can't I?
The signpost up ahead...
July 1, 2009 - 20:11 ET by sic721Meet Waxman's parents,
http://baxterking.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/05/20090307073059.jpg
Oink!
Liberalism is telling a man he can't have a steak just because a baby can't chew it.--- Mark Twain(paraphrased)
→ sic721
July 1, 2009 - 20:18 ET by Cool ArrowDoctor, is there anything you can do for her?
Captain...he's
July 1, 2009 - 20:21 ET by JABCaptain...he's gone.
"Too bad Ignorance isn't painful..."
sic721
July 1, 2009 - 22:21 ET by DelsaOMG
I am laughing so hard I am crying. I miss Rod Serling!
You are too funny!
sic... That is
July 2, 2009 - 14:33 ET by bigtimersic...
That is hilarious....now we know the rest of the story.
Poor ol' Nostrilitus never had a chance.
Which by the way is what I pray happens to his Cap and Trade bill when it gets to the Senate.
Doubling down on stupid is not a particularly good idea. ~Andrew Breitbart
Anyone notice
July 1, 2009 - 20:21 ET by nwahsI've been trying to think of who Waxman looks like all day. I finally got it!
He's a dead ringer for Graham Jarvis from that old show "Mary Hartman," ( the husband of the next door neighbor who was trying to break into country music). The resemblance is absolutely freaky.
What you think ?
http://www.filmdope....
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eerie
July 2, 2009 - 02:07 ET by konoI didn't think anybody had a picture of what Henry looked like before he tried Michael Jackson's plastic surgeon. Nice find....
Waxman
July 2, 2009 - 06:35 ET by GeneralAlWaxman needs a face transplant! Since he is two-faced as most liberals are, we could put one on the back of his head! I just hope that the ignorant Americans who still think the Demoncrats have the right idea are beginning to wake up from the Obama induced coma to realize the emperor and his cronies have no clothes!
Wax man
July 2, 2009 - 09:54 ET by trhugAfter reading comments and regaining consciousness as a result of laughing at same, I am reassured in the judgement of my opinion of UGLY. Very few people are really yewgly, but Wax has superiority in this classification. Thanks people for light in this black time.....
Bottom Earth
July 2, 2009 - 10:04 ET by BigSpoon65Actually, I believe he looks more like one of those bottom earth creatures from the "Lord Of The Rings" trilogy.
Winston Churchill ~ "Socialism is the philosophy of failure, the creed of ignorance, and the gospel of envy."
Always reminded me
July 2, 2009 - 14:09 ET by RukusAlways reminded me of Henry on the Bazooka Joe bubble gum wrapper comics.
Gary
I want my country back!
They're called "Orcs". See
July 2, 2009 - 14:22 ET by Tim the EnchanterBigSpoon65: They're called "Orcs". See comment above (WAY above).
jessieH
July 2, 2009 - 11:22 ET by jessieHjessieH Oh, WE won't forget who Waxman is. He will be first in line when his bill kills this country. WE will show him how patriotic WE are.
Cover your eyes...
July 2, 2009 - 12:05 ET by Joe BlogsWhen Waxman was beaming down to DC the transporter malfunctioned.
That old saying....
July 2, 2009 - 13:23 ET by doug1950Congress is just one dog-faced boy shy of a freak show....not anymore.
That old saying....
July 2, 2009 - 13:22 ET by doug1950Congress is just one dog-faced boy shy of a freak show....not anymore.
Unfortunately, true Doug
July 2, 2009 - 13:46 ET by BlondeWith the "seating" of Al Franken, they now have a surplus.
I hope he fails, too.
I would root for the day
July 2, 2009 - 13:42 ET by bigtimerI would root for the day Waxman is gone...of course as long as he is in his distrct that isn't going to happen anytime soon regarding this far-left looney creature.
Doubling down on stupid is not a particularly good idea. ~Andrew Breitbart