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    That happened long ago.
    Under which administration? Even so, yesterday he was pretty blunt about it. Which was a total shock to me.

    What's so funny about dishonoring our patriotic traditions?

    Look, I'm not in here 24/7 bashing BHO, looking for petty criticisms... But to some of his supporters in here, they make it seem like the man can do no wrong... it really becomes rather tiring....

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    Sept 11th should be for what it is. A day of infamy, a day we were attacked. Whether people want to find it in their hearts to serve that's great, and is a beautiful thing. Just don't need a govt dictate to remind us.

    Why didn't any president make Pearl Harbor a day of service?

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    Under which administration? Even so, yesterday he was pretty blunt about it. Which was a total shock to me.



    What's so funny about dishonoring our patriotic traditions?

    Look, I'm not in here 24/7 bashing BHO, looking for petty criticisms... But to some of his supporters in here, they make it seem like the man can do no wrong... it really becomes rather tiring....
    If you notice much of the defense for Obama is exclusively for the petty ramblings of the dead enders.

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    Under which administration? Even so, yesterday he was pretty blunt about it. Which was a total shock to me.
    Carter and every administration since.

    What's so funny about dishonoring our patriotic traditions?
    Honor a pledge.

    Look, I'm not in here 24/7 bashing BHO, looking for petty criticisms... But to some of his supporters in here, they make it seem like the man can do no wrong... it really becomes rather tiring....
    Charges of "dishonoring" a pledge seems quite petty.

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    anti-Magic Negro mob makes it seem like the man can do no right... it really becomes rather exposing of their ignorance, ill will, bad faith.

    Maybe if he invaded VZ for oil while saying it was really part of the GWODrugs, all y'all mofo's would be happy?
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    Why is it bad to make September 11 a day of national service? Wouldn't focus on serving each other bring Americans together? Why is it an unfitting memorial?
    No way.

    9/11 was a terrorist attack.

    Do you know what democrats mean by "national service" and what they want to do?

    It was nothing resembling honoring the dead of a tragic attack.

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    It is a shame when a good idea is shot down because of the person presenting it.
    Don't throw out the baby with the bath water, etc.
    That's not it. It's the term "national service."

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    No way.

    9/11 was a terrorist attack.

    Do you know what democrats mean by "national service" and what they want to do?

    It was nothing resembling honoring the dead of a tragic attack.
    You're a demagogue and an idiot.

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    If you notice much of the defense for Obama is exclusively for the petty ramblings of the dead enders.
    You couldn't be more out of touch, dummy.

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    No way.

    9/11 was a terrorist attack.

    Do you know what democrats mean by "national service" and what they want to do?

    It was nothing resembling honoring the dead of a tragic attack.
    You're a demagogue and an idiot.
    A complete loon I might add.

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    where have I heard this before...
    Early September, it was signed Faye Parrish.

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    anti-Magic Negro make it seem like the man can do no right... it really becomes rather exposing of their ignorance, ill will, bad faith.

    Maybe if he invaded VZ for oil while saying it was really part of the GWODrugs, all y'all mofo's would be happy?
    nicely done.
    While she drills for oil in Alaska, has another spill or two or three and lets Exxon off again for 10 cents on the dollar. After 20 years have gone by. Oh and lets get gas up to 5+ bucks a gallon again within 3 months of her taking office.

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    Charges of "dishonoring" a pledge seems quite petty.
    Well that is certainly your opinion...

    But I don't find patriotism to be a petty subject... for all I know, Obama was distracted by something at the time... If he willfully deviated from that tradition however, what point was he trying to make? Was he making a 'statement'? That I know of, he hasn't given any explanation as to why he just stood there during the pledge.

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    isn't it possible that he was distracted by demons?

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    isn't it possible that he was distracted by demons?
    You mean the demonrats?

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    You mean the demonrats?
    Zing!

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    I'm incapable of addressing the issue... so I'll derail the thread instead...


    Typical

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    you're the one that said he might have been distracted.

    you are also the one that thinks demons are bent on confusing mankind.




    you have to acknowledge this possiblilty.

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    Well that is certainly your opinion...

    But I don't find patriotism to be a petty subject...
    I find the microscopic observation of throwaway gestures that subs ute for real patriotism to be extremely petty.

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    Why is it bad to make September 11 a day of national service? Wouldn't focus on serving each other bring Americans together? Why is it an unfitting memorial?

    http://spectator.org/archives/2009/0...desecrate-911/

    Plus, "national service" is an expression that holds dark and gloomy connotations, just like the collectivist dream of "bringing X together".

    http://www.lewrockwell.com/grigg/grigg-w37.html

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    And you personally believe all of the dark and gloomy connotations?

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    I find the microscopic observation of throwaway gestures that subs ute for real patriotism to be extremely petty.
    Placing our hand over the heart is a throwaway gesture? It should be automatic during the Pledge of Allegiance. The pledge itself is an observance that gives us the opportunity to take a moment from our day to honor some of the valued ideals of this nation.

    Again, the most justifiable excuse is that his mind was elsewhere... otherwise, if done willfully, he would at least have to give a reason... In other words, if distracted, fine.... if not... we'd at least have to question why he deviated from tradition...

    I don't care if he bows or doesn't bow to other heads of state... to me, it's a sign of respect (golden rule reciprocality)... I don't care if he accidentally states a typographical error.... I don't care if he excels at using the teleprompter... I didn't mind that he went overseas to make a pitch for the Chicago 2016 games (I thought it showed loyalty to his state). In fact, in this particular issue his deviation from tradition, is surprising more so than enraging... I simply want to know the reason why he would choose to disregard something that should be so automatic to most Americans... you're blowing my intrigued curiosity way out of proportion (as usual - you love to argue for the sake of arguing).
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    you're the one that said he might have been distracted.

    you are also the one that thinks demons are bent on confusing mankind.




    you have to acknowledge this possiblilty.

    your shtick is getting real old.

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    Placing our hand over the heart is a throwaway gesture? It should be automatic during the Pledge of Allegiance. The pledge itself is an observance that gives us the opportunity to take a moment from our day to honor some of the valued ideals of this nation.
    So you are saying an even bigger deal should be made out of this. Do you have a flag pin on today? It should be automatic! You aren't a patriot! It's proof!

    I respect your right to have such a loony opinion.

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    So you are saying an even bigger deal should be made out of this. Do you have a flag pin on today? It should be automatic! You aren't a patriot! It's proof!

    I respect your right to have such a loony opinion.


    I don't owe you anything... certainly not a list things to 'prove' whether or not I'm a Patriot.

    Take your cynicism elsewhere.

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