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yvanehtnioj
12/11/08

In reply to Caroline Kennedy: Just Carrie From The Block?
They're looking to totally the wrong Caroline for this seat. Carolyn Maloney for the Senate appointment!!

20 years fighting for women's rights while also serving on the Financial Services Committee = perfect to replace HRC while also being totes in the know about the current Global Economic Meltdown (TM).

Carolyn Maloney, dammit!

[maloney.house.gov]
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Little Green Frog (Wise Latina)
12/11/08

In reply to Caroline Kennedy: Just Carrie From The Block?
OK, I give up. Please explain to me the Mamet post. Am I missing something other that the sarcasm of voting for money, or are there play/movie references?
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That-Dude
12/11/08

In reply to Caroline Kennedy: Just Carrie From The Block?
JASON: Good points on torture, except we should not assume that our anti-torture stance will make our soldiers less likely to receive those same tactics.

The value is information, receiving more non-violent surrenders, and the moral high ground. Our friends on the other side of the guns could care less, if they capture US Servicemen . . .

signed,

Grunt
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rmric0.wedding.photographer.and.manny
12/11/08

@That-Dude: People who are told that you're the devil rarely have respect for your basic dignity I suppose. I suppose that's why it was so easy for the Bush Administration to authorize all this torture, since Jesus told him it was all right.
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thesoundandthejury
12/11/08

In reply to Caroline Kennedy: Just Carrie From The Block?
I like C-Schlo and all, but the dynasty-happy nature of this country makes me feel all hot and bothered, in a bad way. Bushes, Clintons, Kennedys, Morans, etc., etc. It seems to go against the whole idea of a meritocracy, which is largely why Obama seems to have been elected. Did we ever have a meritocracy or am I hallucinating?
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Flowers For Algernon
12/11/08

@thesoundandthejury: But part of the US legacy has as much to do with dynasties as it does with random upstarts. Dont you think it has balanced itself out pretty well for the most part. You have some people who belong to political families and you have others who just rise from their own boot straps. When both end up being great leaders both should be respected. Or do we run the risk of discrediting people JUST becuz they come from political families. If Chelsea should run I will gladly welcome her. She is a smart and capable girl. The fact that her dad was a president and her mom senator, and SOS does not deny her the right to seek a life in politics. Sigh. I just hate the whole ANTI dynasty movement. I know BUSH has made us hate the idea but things could be a lot worse.
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badmutha
12/11/08

@thesoundandthejury: Maybe on a smaller scale, but national power has almost never be based on ability. More on who has the money to campaign and not work for 2 years.
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rmric0.wedding.photographer.and.manny
12/11/08

@Flowers For Algernon: The key is to just stick with dynasties from Massachusetts, even though John Adams was kind of an asshole.
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Flowers For Algernon
12/11/08

In reply to Caroline Kennedy: Just Carrie From The Block?
We get it people. You dislike Caroline Kennedy. You do not think she is qualified not fit for public office. She needs to RUN and BE ELECTED. Her father being President does not qualify her. Nor does her years of work for Education. Her Juris Doctorate. Her NOTHING!

Geesh.

You people really know how to take make people who support her feel bad.

I mean it won't be the end of the world if she gets the seat.
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dancerevolution
12/11/08

@Flowers For Algernon:

I agree with you totally. There are lots of "qualified" candidates who have done a really shitty job in Congress. I think people categorically object to this entitlement issue, but your last name shouldn't hinder you either.
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sportz.star
12/11/08

@Flowers For Algernon: Totally agree. Big worry is who can get the seat and be the biggest fundraiser so they (1) keep the seat and (2) help Patterson get elected. She may be that person.
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ae
12/11/08

@Flowers For Algernon: Political dynasties help win seats but are an affront to many Americans' democratic sensibilities. If a political legacy can prove him/herself by developing policy chops, that person will earn the people's respect.

A number of smaller-but-respected names (Nita Lowey) have pulled themselves out of the running, so would New Yorkers rather have Kennedy or Andrew Cuomo? Or the governor could surprise everyone and appoint a Republican like Rep. Peter King (who has expressed an interest in the seat). Is that really better than Kennedy?
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brendastarlet is on it
12/11/08

@ManicPixiePoliticalGirl: I'm really surprised at some of the dislike for Caroline that I've seen here. First of all, she lost her dad when she was 6, and as somebody who lost her dad at 14, I can tell you that is enough suffering that anyone should have to experience. But wait, there's more -- she's lost her uncle, aunts, her mom, her brother, SIL, and several cousins, too.

Despite all that, she is an author, has a law degree, raised three children, has worked to help the NYC school system, raised millions of dollars for the arts in NY state, directed the Profiles in Courage awards and been a really useful public citizen. She's gracious and self-effacing and the farthest thing from a publicity hound. Anyone who has ever met her respects her. And this is bad?
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badmutha
12/11/08

@brendastarlet is on it:Excellent points. I don't understand the hate either.
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arodriguez.romero
12/11/08

@ManicPixiePoliticalGirl: I think if I were choosing I would pick Andrew Cuomo. Still a dynasty, but he's attorney general now.

I understand the "fundraising" logic sports star mentioned above, and I want Paterson elected, but this seems like bad logic for new yorkers.
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yvanehtnioj
12/11/08

@arodriguez.romero: Carolyn Maloney!!! I will be spearheading a one-woman crusade until this choice is finalized.

Just so you ladies are all prepared.
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emilyanne
12/11/08

@brendastarlet is on it: I'm with you too. I don't know where the hate comes from.
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jgh
12/11/08

In reply to Caroline Kennedy: Just Carrie From The Block?
Palin/Jindal.

Think about it.
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dancerevolution
12/11/08

@jgh:

Is it wrong if I like Jindal? Make that Jindal/Palin and it's slightly less scary.
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morninggloria
12/11/08

@jgh: I would LOVE to see that. Bring it on, Jesus lovers!
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rmric0.wedding.photographer.and.manny
12/11/08

@jgh: That's when the GoP officially becomes the Cowsuit Crazy Party.
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BeckySharper
12/11/08

@dancerevolution: I kinda like him personally; I'm a sucker for an American Dream story. But his rabid born-again Catholicism scares me.
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emilyanne
12/11/08

@BeckySharper: it's not even Catholicism, it's a really twisted version of it. And I rather think that a lot of people in the poorer areas of Louisiana think he's done a pretty poor job.
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morninggloria
12/11/08

In reply to Caroline Kennedy: Just Carrie From The Block?
Baucus is a Death Eater.
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BrutallyHonestBabes (aka Mrs. Sarah.of.a.Lesser.Hobbit)
12/11/08

@morninggloria: It's hard not to know since he's always wearing the mask!
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sportz.star
12/11/08

In reply to Caroline Kennedy: Just Carrie From The Block?
Ahh, David Mamet. That's why I voted when I lived in Chicago too!
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NefariousNewt
12/11/08

In reply to Caroline Kennedy: Just Carrie From The Block?
Nothing to do with Crappy Hour this morning, but I thought the quote was interesting:

CNN is one of the participants in the war. I have a fantasy where Ted Turner is elected president but refuses because he doesn't want to give up power.

- Arthur C. Clarke

OK, back to the matters at hand.

Every time I hear Baucus' name, I think of Mr. Magoo.
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BrutallyHonestBabes (aka Mrs. Sarah.of.a.Lesser.Hobbit)
12/11/08

In reply to Caroline Kennedy: Just Carrie From The Block?
I like this: I think it's a smart move to have press releases out there with the word "president" next to your name.

I'm going to put out a press release which contains the phrases "James McAvoy, her sex slave", "millionaire" and "recently elected High Queen of Twinkies" and see what happens in 2012!
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Jessi Ramsey
12/11/08

In reply to Caroline Kennedy: Just Carrie From The Block?
Does this mean Caroline Kennedy always talks about how "real" she is, sings duets with LL Cool J, and rarely makes a good movie?
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emilyanne
12/11/08

@Jessi Ramsey: no it means she has an entourage of people ensuring she never has to lift a finger and considers herself a kind of royalty. Actually when you think about it that way there are similarities...
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Jamie Sommers
12/11/08

@emilyanne: ooh, burn!
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Jamie Sommers
12/11/08

In reply to Caroline Kennedy: Just Carrie From The Block?
I want to think that the exorcism thing will keep Piyush out of the running for President in 2012, but who am I kidding? The GOP base will probably eat that up and wash it down with holy water.

On an unrelated note, can we talk about Rob Riggle leaving the Daily Show? Cuz I has the sad.
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kickingthecrap
12/11/08

@Jamie Sommers: Yeah, but he's getting his own show on CBS. Allegedly "creating" it so hopefully we won't get a Big Guy/Skinny Wife thing, but I'm not holding my breath. Something Human Giant-y would be nice.
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sportz.star
12/11/08

@Jamie Sommers: Oh noes. I missed the Rob Riggle news (b/c I always watch Daily Show a day late, recorded). He's my fave. Sob.
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Jamie Sommers
12/11/08

@kickingthecrap: OMFG, not the Big Guy/Skinny Wife thing! Now I'm depressed cuz you know that's all CBS will allow him to have.
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pantsless economist...access RESTORED
12/11/08

In reply to Caroline Kennedy: Just Carrie From The Block?
I would absolutely love to see Terry McAuliffe as governor of Virginia. He's a really cool guy too. I met him in person when I was 17. We took a picture together. It was on the DNC website, and I was like, super-proud of it and showing everyone I knew.
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SisterMaryMartha
12/11/08

@pantsless economist: @vamusical: These comments back to back are truly awesome.
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rmric0.wedding.photographer.and.manny
12/11/08

@pantsless economist: I hope you were wearing pants in that photo.
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ae
12/11/08

@pantsless economist: Who would possibly challenge him on the Democratic side? The Virginia Republican Party seems pretty broken right now, so he might have a shot.
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pantsless economist...access RESTORED
12/11/08

@ManicPixiePoliticalGirl: McAuliffe? Brian Moran has been campaigning for awhile now, and so has Creigh Deeds. @rmric0.yes.we.did!: Why yes I was. They were khaki!
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vamusical
12/11/08

@ManicPixiePoliticalGirl: Creigh Deeds and Brian Moran have been campaigning for almost 2 years, and have FAR more clout in the rest of Virginia that McAuliffe, who basically only has any recognition in Northern VA. Just because of that, and because of funding, McCauliffe has a shot at winning the primary, but he has a slim-to-none chance at actually winning the general election.

@pantsless economist: The thing is, Warner is not only GREAT at spending lots of time campaigning and meeting voters in rural areas, which is essentially how he won, but he didn't have the Hillary connection, which I think will hurt McAuliffe, sadly. Tim Kaine got help getting elected by riding Warner's Coattail's and with the help of the general tide going towards democrats during Bush's 2nd term. McAuliffe would have have to run one HELL of a campaign to be elected.
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vamusical
12/11/08

In reply to Caroline Kennedy: Just Carrie From The Block?
Terry McCaulife is a joke, and has no chance of being elected in Virginia. Just because VA went Obama this election doesn't mean it's liberal enough to elect some dude who goes on CNN in a Hawaiian Shirt with a bottle of Rum.

CREIGH DEEDS FTW
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pantsless economist...access RESTORED
12/11/08

@vamusical: @vamusical: I might be way too optimistic, but I think he is electable in Virginia. Since the early part of 2000, it's kind of been one more Republican losing after another, and it's not just that they voted for Obama, i think it's more telling that the majority of Va's Congressional delegation is blue and we've had 2 very successful Dem governors in a row. (and if someone had told me in 2000 what 2008 would look like, i'd probably would have asked for some of whatever they were smoking.) I shall call it the Mark Warner effect. Alot of the Dems that have gotten elected are pretty moderate, but I think with their support McAuliffe could definitely win.
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BeckySharper
12/11/08

@vamusical: That dude would totally get the UVA vote, tho.
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SisterMaryMartha
12/11/08

In reply to Caroline Kennedy: Just Carrie From The Block?
I have to tell you.
A Caroline Kennedy/J Lo comparison is exactly as horrible as I feel a Kennedy/Obama comparison is.

Just so's you know.
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morninggloria
12/11/08

@SisterMaryMartha: Yeah! Obama doesn't have two hot brothers.
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bluebears
12/11/08

@SisterMaryMartha: I'm more annoyed by the Michelle O/ Jackie O comparison. I'm not putting down Jacki O but Michelle is so much more professionally accomplished, came from small means etc etc
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