Muenkel 0 #1 November 18, 2004 I have to say it was so refreshing to see the unity between the parties today. Each of the former presidents and the current one gave a fantastic speech. Pres. Clinton's speech was awesome. Now, I know it's the pc thing for all of them to do. But I watched the things that were not scripted. The joking and laughing going on between Pres. Clinton and Bush. Pres. Bush holding the umbrella for Chelsea Clinton. The kind gesture made by Barbara Bush toward Rosalyn Carter. The smiles exchanged between Pres. Bush and Senator Clinton. After this long divisive election season, it was refreshing to see what happened today. _________________________________________ Chris Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DrunkMonkey 0 #2 November 18, 2004 Agreed. When they stop being politicians and start being people, they're tolerable. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Muenkel 0 #3 November 18, 2004 QuoteAgreed. When they stop being politicians and start being people, they're tolerable. And I agree with this statement. Of course in a Democracy, dissenting opinions are a must. Different ways of making policy is a must. Unfortunately to keep that democracy, we have to deal with all the ugliness, negativity and diviseness. There's got to be a better way. _________________________________________ Chris Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mardigrasbob 0 #4 November 18, 2004 Picture of Clinton library. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
billvon 2,402 #5 November 18, 2004 >>it was refreshing to see what happened today. > Picture of Clinton library. And this was a refreshing change to most of the contentious posts here, for all of three posts. Then this. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Muenkel 0 #6 November 18, 2004 Bill, I agree. I meant this thread to be a positive unifying one. Bob, that was in bad taste. _________________________________________ Chris Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ron 7 #7 November 18, 2004 Ah, it was funny, don't let them get ya down."No free man shall ever be debarred the use of arms." -- Thomas Jefferson, Thomas Jefferson Papers, 334 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mardigrasbob 0 #8 November 18, 2004 I'm sorry I didn't know today was a cease-fire! Hope this makes up for it. www.clintonpresidentialcenter.org/index.htm Actually he is one charming son of a bitch. ----------- Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lawrocket 3 #9 November 18, 2004 QuoteAgreed. When they stop being politicians and start being people, they're tolerable. No, I think it's more like they are all people who have been there, done that. Had Kerry been there as President elect, you think he'd be able to have that kind of interplay. Clinton can say to Bush, "So, Georgie, having fun filling the Federal Judiciary?" Other Presidents would find it funny. A president-elect would not.. Also, recall that after CLinton was hospitalized for heart trouble, Bush made a rather classy gesture in a campaign specch, and the crowd gave some rather classy applause. When the game is not being played, no reason to keep scrapping. My wife is hotter than your wife. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PhillyKev 0 #10 November 18, 2004 QuoteActually he is one charming son of a bitch. My best friend from high school is the nephew of Senator Greenleaf. His mom is the Senator's sister. She's a die hard republican, not a Clinton fan in the least, and went with her brother to Clinton's 2nd inaugural ball. She told me that his charisma is so powerful that when she spoke to him, it was as if the hundreds of other people clammering around them had disappeared and that it felt like they were the only two people in the room, and he made her feel like she was the most important. You don't get to be pres unless you have that kind of sway over people. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SpeedRacer 1 #11 November 18, 2004 well, its nice when the political BS stops every once in a while. I think it's sad how some family members can't get along just because they disagree on politics. In my family we have Reps & Dems, & we get some pretty lively discussions, but family is still more important & we still get along. Really, what all the political bitching is about: Which candidate you think is 51% right and only 49% wrong. Speed Racer -------------------------------------------------- Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mardigrasbob 0 #12 November 18, 2004 Quotewell, its nice when the political BS stops every once in a while. I think it's sad how some family members can't get along just because they disagree on politics. In my family we have Reps & Dems, & we get some pretty lively discussions, but family is still more important & we still get along. What do you think Mr. Wolfe? [url www.lookreachpull.com/video/suckdick.wav]N.S.F.W. ----------------- Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dreamsville 0 #13 November 18, 2004 I can remember meeting Bush Senior a few years ago. His presence was more forceful and congenial in person than on television. |I don't drink during the day, so I don't know what it is about this airline. I keep falling out the door of the plane. Harry, FB #4143 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kennedy 0 #14 November 19, 2004 Oh come on man. You can do better than that. It was nice to see a human (and humane) side of politicians for a change.witty subliminal message Guard your honor, let your reputation fall where it will, and outlast the bastards. 1* Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Muenkel 0 #15 November 19, 2004 Hey SpeedRacer, you bring up a very good point. My family is staunchly Republican. However, my eldest niece, who turned 23 today, is not. I remember having a conversation with her about a week before the election. We did not argue at all. I was quite impressed with how knowledgeable she was with the issues and made her decision to vote for Kerry based on that. I love her unconditionally. Her political leanings will never change that. _________________________________________ Chris Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PhillyKev 0 #16 November 19, 2004 I think Carvel and Matlin could teach a lot of the people in SC how to be more civil to each other. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gravitymaster 0 #17 November 19, 2004 QuoteI think Carvel and Matlin could teach a lot of the people in SC how to be more civil to each other. Thats because he's afraid of her. I've seen her swat him and tell him to be quiet. Did you see him on MTP when he cracked an egg on his forehead? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PhillyKev 0 #18 November 19, 2004 QuoteDid you see him on MTP when he cracked an egg on his forehead? No...was he pissed off and it fried instantly? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gravitymaster 0 #19 November 19, 2004 QuoteQuoteDid you see him on MTP when he cracked an egg on his forehead? No...was he pissed off and it fried instantly? He did it because he said he had egg on his face for predicting Kerry would win the election. Pretty funny. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Unstable 8 #20 November 19, 2004 I want to chip in also about how refreshing this kind of news is after a heated Presidential Election. Seeing this kind of civil behavior still around makes me think that we're all doing okay after all....=========Shaun ========== Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Muenkel 0 #21 November 19, 2004 QuoteI think Carvel and Matlin could teach a lot of the people in SC how to be more civil to each other. I agree. Those two are great together. I think it works because they both have a great sense of humor and they leave their work at the office. _________________________________________ Chris Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
