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George Moneo = The Man (EDITED)
Some major props to "The Pitbull" for this slammin' post over at Babalu about liberal hypocrisy. (thanks for the grammar correction Conductor!)
George's comments remind me of exactly 2 years ago when the nation (and world) was riveted to the Bush/Kerry presidential race. Working with mostly outspoken Democratic "liberal" types, I heard plenty of derisive comments directed towards Republicans and conservatives, many of which cannot be printed here. The same can be said about many other liberals all over this great country, based on media commentary from both journalists and average citizens.
Yes, I know Republicans dished it out too. I'm perfectly aware of this. But that's not the point.
The same people who supposedly stand for fairness, compassion, tolerance and righteousness had a very difficult time holding back their arrogance, contempt and disrespect for those who have a different set of values. Actually, they didn't hold it back at all. The lack of respect I felt personally towards me and those who think like me was staggering. I personally witnessed rational and smart discussions about politics being turned into idealogical attacks which were most definitely one-sided (left to right). Michael Moore became their hero, their example...clearly one of the early and classic symptoms of BDS (Bush Derangement Syndrome).
There have been periods in my life when I have questioned my values, when I've wondered whether I should switch to the "other side". As I've gotten older, I've become much more confident and assured in mycore beliefs.
The lead-up to the 2004 elections, and the attitude I saw in many of those who claim to stand for the average man, solidified it for me.
George's comments remind me of exactly 2 years ago when the nation (and world) was riveted to the Bush/Kerry presidential race. Working with mostly outspoken Democratic "liberal" types, I heard plenty of derisive comments directed towards Republicans and conservatives, many of which cannot be printed here. The same can be said about many other liberals all over this great country, based on media commentary from both journalists and average citizens.
Yes, I know Republicans dished it out too. I'm perfectly aware of this. But that's not the point.
The same people who supposedly stand for fairness, compassion, tolerance and righteousness had a very difficult time holding back their arrogance, contempt and disrespect for those who have a different set of values. Actually, they didn't hold it back at all. The lack of respect I felt personally towards me and those who think like me was staggering. I personally witnessed rational and smart discussions about politics being turned into idealogical attacks which were most definitely one-sided (left to right). Michael Moore became their hero, their example...clearly one of the early and classic symptoms of BDS (Bush Derangement Syndrome).
There have been periods in my life when I have questioned my values, when I've wondered whether I should switch to the "other side". As I've gotten older, I've become much more confident and assured in mycore beliefs.
The lead-up to the 2004 elections, and the attitude I saw in many of those who claim to stand for the average man, solidified it for me.
posted by Robert at 9:47 AM
18 Comments:
Robert,
I'm not following you here.
Moneo's post is exactly the type of vitriol that continues the cycle of pointing fingers that does nothing to advance productive debate on the issues.
For you to endorse that...I don't know. I don't see how that's any better then the same coming from the left.
As far as the topic of the post itself, George's outrage is hypocrisy at it's best.
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I endorse George's message 100%. For the longest time, liberals have been the ones pointing the finger at conservatives for being all the things that George mentioned. No doubt that some have attempted to do the same thing to programs that have been unsympathetic to the right. I don't care for that either.
But when the same arrogant liberals that say they stand for fairness, tolerance, etc. start exhibiting the same behavior of those of whom they disrepect, then they deserve to be called out for it.
We can have productive debates about issues anytime. But that's another topic and another post. This post is about hypocrisy from the left and how they are quick to do the exact same thing they accuse the right of doing.
Coming from somebody who constantly paints liberals and democrats as traitors and worse, George's comments are a badge of honor.
You got idols with clay feet Robert.
I think it comes from both sides, Robert. I mean, Ann Coulter, Rush, and Michelle Malkin, to name a few....c'mon, it isn't one-sided.
Both parties have their share of windbags. Neither side is above it/
Hey, but whatever. Blame whomever you want.
And the cycle continues.
You may want to rephrase the first line to read:
Some major props to "The Pitbull" for this slammin' post over at Babalu about liberal hypocrisy.
Right now it sounds like the the liberal hypocrisy is at Babalu.
Oh, and I'll trade him his long list of complaints for one I would gladly not hear any other conservative say:
- Mainstream media has a liberal bias.
Ok, so since when ABC stopped being one of the Big Three?
Gansibele,
I think even George would admit that his idol status is a bit far-fetched, don't you think?
My reaction and agreement with George's post is based on my personal experiences in dealing with the righteous and self-serving attitude of many liberals. It is NOT inclusive of every liberal. There are conservative scumbags as well (which don't necessarily include those that Rick mentioned), and there's definitely no shortage of blogging about those individuals out there.
As I mentioned to Rick earlier, we can have, and I encourage, individual discussions about issues we disagree on any time. George's post hit a nerve with me and I thought it was dead on.
That's all.
Thanks for the correction Conductor. It did sound wrong.
My psychology professor, a liberal himself, said something a while back that hit it for me: "We liberals want diversity as long as it is diversity in the left" meaning as long as it doesn't include any from the right.
Living in liberal (and some times Kool Aid) New England for two years now, that was the first thing I noticed when I arrived - that liberals enganged in as much lack of tolerance and censure as they blame the right of doing, while pretending to be an all encompassing, tolerating, accepting group.
It's an expression Robert, not to be taken literally. You said "Moneo=The Man" and I'm just pointing out to you this is a guy who embodies the worst practices of intolerance of somebody else's opinion and is loudly proud of it. So if you didn't like it when your coworkers were derisive, how can you endorse Moneo's rant?
Moneo, pay attention because I'm going to turn on the light for you: Media has an economic bias. Not liberal, not conservative. Advertisers shy away from ANY controversy. If ABC changes anything is because they don't want the adverse publicity and subsequent drop in advertising revenue that'll come with a strong rebuke from influential public figures such as Clinton. Just like CBS did with the Reagan miniseries, a decision I'm sure you criticized as cowardly in its time. Right?
Hey George,
You know, it would have been real easy to include a couple cheap shots about you in our responses. It's too bad you can't elevate yourself above that same shit in yours.
Robert, got any Baking Soda?
As tingly as when Val pats your back when you are sitting in his lap, French poodle?
Try to come up with a comeback that makes sense George, it's no fun otherwise. Or is homoerotic innuendo all you got?
Great analogy, George. You pick that up from CQ or maybe Ace or perhaps Power Dump?
...and Val...take it from me...the 2nd time around, it really loses its punch. Didn't anyone ever tell you that?
Pass the popcorn, Gansibele. These boys are treading water.
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I already do George. But thanks for the sentiment. Have a happy weekend yourself.
Guys,
Please, these high-school back and forth insults have to stop.
Sincerely,
26th Parallel Admin
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