Topic: Bush's Disgusting, Vile Memorial Day Speech
Roy17's photo
Wed 05/28/08 08:19 PM
you mentioned fear. it seems to me that as one of the chief human emotions it is often used by our goverment to control us. besides.. did we find WMDs? no. did everyone in the UN support us? No and if Bush declared mission accomplished over half a year ago why is my best friend going to Iraq in june? none of what our goverment says makes any sense anymore. they control us to meet their own ends

Fanta46's photo
Wed 05/28/08 08:21 PM
Edited by Fanta46 on Wed 05/28/08 08:22 PM
I can see more than 300,000 men and women lying in Arlington giving Bush a collective finger as he spoke!!:cry: grumble


I cant say it enough!!!


I find it insulting that this coward (Bush), who used his daddies power and influence to avoid what he sends these boys to do, should be allowed to speak over the fallen of our brave men and womengrumble grumble grumble


Roy17's photo
Wed 05/28/08 08:21 PM
its very easy to cry on stage. manipulation. some people use it all the time. con artists included

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Wed 05/28/08 08:24 PM


Come on Fanta, have you not seen the President cry when he talks about this? I have seen two Congressional Medal of Honor ceremonies where Bush could barely carry on because he is so choked up when he hands the medal to the parent's of the fallen hero. Oh, but he is just a great actor, the incredibly dumb President who can barely walk on two feet, can't speak, is a masterful actor.


worked for Ronald Regan.... laugh laugh laugh

Fanta46's photo
Wed 05/28/08 08:25 PM
Edited by Fanta46 on Wed 05/28/08 08:30 PM
Do you think it weighs on his heart as he stands next to the Vietnam memorial looking at the 58,195 plus names on that wall??

I cant say it enough!!!


I find it insulting that this coward (Bush), who used his daddies power and influence to avoid what he sends these boys to do, should be allowed to speak over the fallen of our brave men and women grumble grumble grumble





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Wed 05/28/08 08:25 PM
So, he is the dumbest President, if not man ever, but he is so incredibly deceptive he can pull of the skills of a masterful actor to trick everyone, including all members of the press who never challenged his crying, just his right to cry because he is a evil dictator bent on world domination at the blood of all. The blood that Cheney drinks and shares with the other shadow government members at the Bohemian Grove.

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Wed 05/28/08 08:26 PM

Do you think it weighs on his heart as he stands next to the Vietnam memorial looking at the 10,000 plus names on that wall??

I cant say it enough!!!


I find it insulting that this coward (Bush), who used his daddies power and influence to avoid what he sends these boys to do, should be allowed to speak over the fallen of our brave men and women grumble grumble grumble



I find it saddening that people like you live in such a depressing dark world all the time.

Fanta46's photo
Wed 05/28/08 08:28 PM
It was May 27, 1968, at the height of the Vietnam War. Bush was 12 days away from losing his student deferment from the draft at a time when Americans were dying in combat at the rate of 350 a week. The unit Bush wanted to join offered him the chance to fulfill his military commitment at a base in Texas. It was seen as an escape route from Vietnam by many men his age, and usually had a long waiting list.

Bush had scored only 25 percent on a "pilot aptitude" test, the lowest acceptable grade. But his father was then a congressman from Houston, and the commanders of the Texas Guard clearly had an appreciation of politics.


Fanta46's photo
Wed 05/28/08 08:28 PM
Bush was sworn in as an airman the same day he applied. His commander, Col. Walter B. "Buck" Staudt, was apparently so pleased to have a VIP's son in his unit that he later staged a special ceremony so he could have his picture taken administering the oath, instead of the captain who actually had sworn Bush in. Later, when Bush was commissioned a second lieutenant by another subordinate, Staudt again staged a special ceremony for the cameras, this time with Bush's father the congressman – a supporter of the Vietnam War – standing proudly in the background.

Bush's father went on to run for senator in 1970 against Lloyd Bentsen Jr. – a prominent Texas Democrat whose own son had been placed in the same Texas Guard unit by the same Col. Staudt around the same time as Bush. On Election Day, before the polls closed, Guard commanders nominated both George W. Bush and Lloyd Bentsen III for promotion to first lieutenant – even as the elder Bentsen was defeating the elder Bush.

http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-srv/politics/campaigns/wh2000/stories/bush072899.htm

Roy17's photo
Wed 05/28/08 08:28 PM
I never said he was stupid.. but if you insist

Fanta46's photo
Wed 05/28/08 08:29 PM
Edited by Fanta46 on Wed 05/28/08 08:31 PM

Do you think it weighs on his heart as he stands next to the Vietnam memorial looking at the 58,195 plus names on that wall??

I cant say it enough!!!


I find it insulting that this coward (Bush), who used his daddies power and influence to avoid what he sends these boys to do, should be allowed to speak over the fallen of our brave men and women grumble grumble grumble






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Wed 05/28/08 08:30 PM

It was May 27, 1968, at the height of the Vietnam War. Bush was 12 days away from losing his student deferment from the draft at a time when Americans were dying in combat at the rate of 350 a week. The unit Bush wanted to join offered him the chance to fulfill his military commitment at a base in Texas. It was seen as an escape route from Vietnam by many men his age, and usually had a long waiting list.

Bush had scored only 25 percent on a "pilot aptitude" test, the lowest acceptable grade. But his father was then a congressman from Houston, and the commanders of the Texas Guard clearly had an appreciation of politics.




That little thing there is FULL of such spin.

"seen as escape route from Vietnam by MANY men his age"

"had scored only 25 percent on a "pilot aptitude" test, the lowest ACCEPTABLE grade"

Fanta46's photo
Wed 05/28/08 08:34 PM
Edited by Fanta46 on Wed 05/28/08 08:35 PM


It was May 27, 1968, at the height of the Vietnam War. Bush was 12 days away from losing his student deferment from the draft at a time when Americans were dying in combat at the rate of 350 a week. The unit Bush wanted to join offered him the chance to fulfill his military commitment at a base in Texas. It was seen as an escape route from Vietnam by many men his age, and usually had a long waiting list.

Bush had scored only 25 percent on a "pilot aptitude" test, the lowest acceptable grade. But his father was then a congressman from Houston, and the commanders of the Texas Guard clearly had an appreciation of politics.




That little thing there is FULL of such spin.

"seen as escape route from Vietnam by MANY men his age"

"had scored only 25 percent on a "pilot aptitude" test, the lowest ACCEPTABLE grade"



Other men his age didnt start an illegal war in Iraq and order other young men to fight and die in it!!grumble grumble


I cant say it enough!!!


I find it insulting that this coward (Bush), who used his daddies power and influence to avoid what he sends these boys to do, should be allowed to speak over the fallen of our brave men and women mad mad mad

Roy17's photo
Wed 05/28/08 08:34 PM

It was May 27, 1968, at the height of the Vietnam War. Bush was 12 days away from losing his student deferment from the draft at a time when Americans were dying in combat at the rate of 350 a week. The unit Bush wanted to join offered him the chance to fulfill his military commitment at a base in Texas. It was seen as an escape route from Vietnam by many men his age, and usually had a long waiting list.

Bush had scored only 25 percent on a "pilot aptitude" test, the lowest acceptable grade. But his father was then a congressman from Houston, and the commanders of the Texas Guard clearly had an appreciation of politics.




*cough* upper class *cough*

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Wed 05/28/08 08:36 PM
Edited by Starsailor2851 on Wed 05/28/08 08:38 PM



It was May 27, 1968, at the height of the Vietnam War. Bush was 12 days away from losing his student deferment from the draft at a time when Americans were dying in combat at the rate of 350 a week. The unit Bush wanted to join offered him the chance to fulfill his military commitment at a base in Texas. It was seen as an escape route from Vietnam by many men his age, and usually had a long waiting list.

Bush had scored only 25 percent on a "pilot aptitude" test, the lowest acceptable grade. But his father was then a congressman from Houston, and the commanders of the Texas Guard clearly had an appreciation of politics.




That little thing there is FULL of such spin.

"seen as escape route from Vietnam by MANY men his age"

"had scored only 25 percent on a "pilot aptitude" test, the lowest ACCEPTABLE grade"



Other men his age didnt start an illegal war in Iraq and order other young men to fight and die in it!!grumble grumble


I cant say it enough!!!


I find it insulting that this coward (Bush), who used his daddies power and influence to avoid what he sends these boys to do, should be allowed to speak over the fallen of our brave men and women mad mad mad



Good for you, be as angry as you want. What's it going to get you? Nothing, besides high blood pressure and a little fan base on this site.

Your definition of illegal is false by the way, a failure to comply with a UN Resolution broke the agreements that Saddam signed onto in the ceasefire, end of war, and thus opened up the way for Bush to send troops. But, you don't care about such a fact.

Fanta46's photo
Wed 05/28/08 08:38 PM
The truth hurts doesnt it!!


I cant say it enough!!!


I find it insulting that this coward (Bush), who used his daddies power and influence to avoid what he sends these boys to do, should be allowed to speak over the fallen of our brave men and womengrumble grumble



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Wed 05/28/08 08:39 PM

The truth hurts doesnt it!!


I cant say it enough!!!


I find it insulting that this coward (Bush), who used his daddies power and influence to avoid what he sends these boys to do, should be allowed to speak over the fallen of our brave men and womengrumble grumble





"Truth" as far as you are concerned.

Your definition of illegal is false by the way, a failure to comply with a UN Resolution broke the agreements that Saddam signed onto in the ceasefire, end of war, and thus opened up the way for Bush to send troops. But, you don't care about such a fact.

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Wed 05/28/08 08:41 PM
I guess posting this will get your blood boiling won't it? Better have the blood pressure meds ready.


President Bush Attends Arlington National Cemetery Memorial Day Commemoration

Arlington National Cemetery

THE PRESIDENT: Thank you. Mr. Secretary, thank you for the kind introduction. Members of my Cabinet, members of the administration, Admiral Mullen, members of the United States Congress, Senator Warner and Congressman Skelton, members of the military, our veterans, honored guests, families of the fallen: Laura and I are honored to be with you on Memorial Day and thank you for coming.

A few moments ago, I placed a wreath upon the tomb of three brave American[s] who gave their lives in service to our nation. The names of these honored are known only to the Creator who delivered them home from the anguish of war -- but their valor is known to us all. It's the same valor that endured the stinging cold of Valley Forge. It is the same valor that planted the proud colors of a great nation on a mountaintop on Iwo Jima. It is the same valor that charged fearlessly through the assault of enemy fire from the mountains of Afghanistan to the deserts of Iraq. It is the valor that has defined the armed forces of the United States of America throughout our history.

Today, we gather to honor those who gave everything to preserve our way of life. The men and women we honor here served for liberty. They sacrificed for liberty. And in countless acts of courage, they died for liberty. From faraway lands, they were returned to cemeteries like this one, where broken hearts received their broken bodies -- they found peace beneath the white headstones in the land they fought to defend.

It is a solemn reminder of the cost of freedom that the number of headstones in a place such as this grows with every new Memorial Day. In a world where freedom is constantly under attack and in a world where our security is challenged, the joys of liberty are often purchased by the sacrifices of those who serve a cause greater than themselves. Today we mourn and remember all who have given their lives in the line of duty. Today we lift up our hearts especially those who've fallen in the past year.

We remember Army Specialist Ronald Tucker of Fountain, Colorado. As a young man, Ronnie was known for having an infectious smile and a prankster's sense of humor. And then he joined the United States Army, which brought out a more mature side in him. Ronnie transformed from a lighthearted teenager into a devoted soldier and a dutiful son who called his mother every day from his post in Iraq. In his final act of duty, less than a month ago, he worked with other members of his unit to build a soccer field for Iraqi children. As he drove back to his base, an enemy bomb robbed him of his life. And today our nation grieves for the loss of Ronnie Tucker.

We remember two Navy SEALS -- Nathan Hardy of Durham, New Hampshire, and Michael Koch of State College, Pennsylvania. Nate and Mike were partners in the field and they were close friends in the barracks. Through several missions together, they had developed the unique bond of brotherhood that comes from trusting another with your life. They even shared a battlefield tradition: They would often head into battle with American flags clutched to their chests underneath their uniform. Nate and Mike performed this ritual for the last time on February the 4th -- they both laid down their lives in Iraq after being ambushed by terrorists. These two friends spent their last few moments on earth together, doing what they loved most -- defending the United States of America. Today, Nathan Hardy and Mike Koch lay at rest next to each other right here on the grounds of Arlington.

The men and women of American armed forces perform extraordinary acts of heroism every single day. Like the nation they serve, they do not glory in the devastation of war. They also do not flinch from combat when liberty and justice are embattled. Ronald Tucker, Nathan Hardy and Mike Koch make clear, they do not waver -- even in the face of danger.

And so today, here in Washington and across our country, we pay tribute to all who have fallen -- a tribute never equal to the debt they are owed. We will forever honor their memories. We will forever search for their comrades, the POWs and MIAs. And we pledge -- we offer a solemn pledge to persevere and to provide the security for our citizens and secure the peace for which they fought.

The soil of Arlington and other sites is filled with liberty's defenders. It is nourished by their heroism. It is watered by the silent tears of the mothers and fathers, and husbands and wives, and sons and daughters they left behind. Today we pray for God's blessing on all who grieve and ask the Almighty to strengthen and comfort them today and everyday.

On this Memorial Day, I stand before you as the Commander-in-Chief and try to tell you how proud I am at the sacrifice and service of the men and women who wear our uniform. They're an awesome bunch of people and the United States is blessed to have such citizens. (Applause.)

I am humbled by those who have made the ultimate sacrifice that allow a free civilization to endure and flourish. It only remains for us, the heirs of their legacy, to have the courage and the character to follow their lead -- and to preserve America as the greatest nation on earth and the last best hope for mankind.


May God bless you and may God bless America. (Applause.)

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Wed 05/28/08 08:44 PM
George Bush is no better than Slobodan Milošević or Charles Taylor for that matter. There is a special place in Hell for anyone who persicutes and exploites another for there own personal gain.

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Wed 05/28/08 08:45 PM

Wed 05/28/08 02:54 PM
A friend of mine sent this to me and it speaks volumes


Letter from one 'Angry Woman'

I don't know who wrote it but they should
have signed it. Some powerful words.

Written by a housewife
from New Jersey and sounds like it! This is one ticked off
lady.



'Are we fighting a war on terror or aren't we? Was it or was it not started by Islamic people who brought it to our shores on September 11, 2001? Were people from all over the world, mostly Americans, not brutally murdered that day, in downtown Manhattan , across the Potomac from our nation's capitol and in a field in Pennsylvania?

Did nearly three thousand men, women and children die a horrible, burning or crushing death that day, or didn't they?

And I'm supposed to care that a copy of the Koran was
'desecrated' when an overworked American soldier kicked it or got it wet?...Well, I don't. I don't care at all.

I'll start caring when Osama bin Laden turns himself in and
repents for incinerating all those innocent people on 9/11.

I'll care about the Koran when the fanatics in the Middle East start caring about the Holy Bible, the mere possession of which is a crime in Saudi Arabia

I'll care when these thugs tell the world they are sorry for
chopping off Nick Berg's head while Berg screamed through his
gurgling slashed throat.

I'll care when the cowardly so-called 'insurgents' in Iraq come out and fight like men instead of disrespecting their own religion by hiding in mosques.

I'll care when the mindless zealots who blow themselves up in
search of nirvana care about the innocent children within range of their suicide.

I'll care when the American media stops pretending that their
First Amendment liberties are somehow derived from international law instead of the United States Constitution's Bill of Rights.

In the meantime, when I hear a story about a brave marine roughing up an Iraqi terrorist to obtain information, know this: I don't care.

When I see a fuzzy photo of a pile of naked Iraqi prisoners who have been humiliated in what amounts to a college-hazing incident, rest assured: I don't care.

When I see a wounded terrorist get shot in the head when he is told not to move because he might be booby-trapped, you can take it to the bank: I don't care.

When I hear that a prisoner, who was issued a Koran and a prayer mat, and fed 'special' food that is paid for by my tax dollars, is complaining that his holy book is being 'mishandled,' you can absolutely believe in your heart of hearts: I don't care.

And oh, by the way, I've noticed that sometimes it's spelled 'Koran' and other times 'Quran.' Well, Jimmy Crack Corn and-you guessed it-I don't care!!

If you agree with this viewpoint, pass this on to all your
E-mail friends. Sooner or later, it'll get to the people responsible for this ridiculous behavior!

If you don't agree, then by all means hit the delete button. Should you choose the latter, then please don't complain when more atrocities committed by radical Muslims happen here in our great Country! And may I add:

'Some people spend an entire lifetime wondering if they made a difference in the world. But, the Marines don't have that problem' -- Ronald Reagan

I have another quote that I would like to add AND.......I hope you forward all this.

'If we ever forget that we're One Nation Under God, then we will be a nation gone under' Also by.. Ronald Reagan

One last thought for the day:

In case we find ourselves starting to believe all the Anti-American sentiment and negativity, we should remember England 's Prime Minister Tony Blair's words during a recent interview. When asked by one of his Parliament members why he believes so much in America , he said: 'A simple way to take measure of a country is to look at how many want in.. And how many want out.'

Only two defining forces have ever offered to die for you:

1. Jesus Christ

2. The American G. I.
One died for your soul, the other for your freedom.

YOU MIGHT WANT TO PASS THIS ON, AS
MANY SEEM TO FORGET BOTH OF THEM.
AMEN!



Fanta might as well read this one again too now that he has been warned to take his medslaugh