Comments for KBDI Blogs http://www.cpt12.org/blog Thu, 29 Jul 2010 00:33:35 -0600 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.3 hourly 1 Comment on Political Ramblings: The Instincts Behind an Empty Chair Debate by Jane Banzin http://www.cpt12.org/blog/index.php/2010/07/28/political-ramblings-the-instincts-behind-an-empty-chair-debate/comment-page-1/#comment-94 Jane Banzin Thu, 29 Jul 2010 00:33:35 +0000 http://www.cpt12.org/blog/?p=483#comment-94 I appreciate the unspoken commentary made by an open chair debate as long as real effort was made to accommodate the missing debater's schedule. In the case of Bennet versus Romanoff, I've seen them side-by-side and face-to-face. I recognize what Bennet and his staff undoubtedly concluded; the comparison works more favorably for Romanoff. At the Colorado State Assembly, I witnessed people who had caucused for Bennet change over to Romanoff after hearing both of them address the Assembly. I appreciate the unspoken commentary made by an open chair debate as long as real effort was made to accommodate the missing debater’s schedule.

In the case of Bennet versus Romanoff, I’ve seen them side-by-side and face-to-face. I recognize what Bennet and his staff undoubtedly concluded; the comparison works more favorably for Romanoff.

At the Colorado State Assembly, I witnessed people who had caucused for Bennet change over to Romanoff after hearing both of them address the Assembly.

]]> Comment on Political Ramblings: The Instincts Behind an Empty Chair Debate by Dan http://www.cpt12.org/blog/index.php/2010/07/28/political-ramblings-the-instincts-behind-an-empty-chair-debate/comment-page-1/#comment-93 Dan Wed, 28 Jul 2010 14:49:37 +0000 http://www.cpt12.org/blog/?p=483#comment-93 What a shame when one thinks they can buy an election, not show up to debates, and pretty much tell lies about the competition. Guess that says a lot about the integrity of the sitting senator, who thinks he is above debating, or maybe just knows that he would be out done in the debate. Hmmmmmmmmmm..... What a shame when one thinks they can buy an election, not show up to debates, and pretty much tell lies about the competition. Guess that says a lot about the integrity of the sitting senator, who thinks he is above debating, or maybe just knows that he would be out done in the debate. Hmmmmmmmmmm…..

]]> Comment on Political Ramblings: The Next Katrina Blame Game by Paul Harris http://www.cpt12.org/blog/index.php/2010/05/02/political-ramblings-the-next-katrina-blame-game/comment-page-1/#comment-78 Paul Harris Mon, 03 May 2010 16:32:12 +0000 http://www.kbdi.org/blog/?p=388#comment-78 Many very good points, Dominic. I have tired of the H1N1 virus, the underwear bomber, the Kentucky ice storms, the Ft. Hood Shootings, Haiti, the GM Bankruptcy all being labeled Obama's Katrina by various media. But one does need to defend oneself if the other side keeps on making these outrageous attempts to compare Bush's response to Katrina to these other issues. I can't tell you how many times in almost 5 years that I've heard conservatives and yell that Katrina was something that should have been handled by the locals. This in spite of the fact that it was larger than 9/11, the Oklahoma City Bombing, the Northridge California earthquake and the San Diego firestorms combined. Now these same folks, many led by Rush Limbaugh are saying that the oil spill, which is the fault of a private corporation IS suddenly the responsibility of the Federal Government. How hypocritical can they get? And to think in 2008 how many right wing media members lied that Katrina didn't cause any oil spills and therefore we should be expanding oil drilling in the Gulf. Paul Harris Author, Many very good points, Dominic. I have tired of the H1N1 virus, the underwear bomber, the Kentucky ice storms, the Ft. Hood Shootings, Haiti, the GM Bankruptcy all being labeled Obama’s Katrina by various media. But one does need to defend oneself if the other side keeps on making these outrageous attempts to compare Bush’s response to Katrina to these other issues.

I can’t tell you how many times in almost 5 years that I’ve heard conservatives and yell that Katrina was something that should have been handled by the locals. This in spite of the fact that it was larger than 9/11, the Oklahoma City Bombing, the Northridge California earthquake and the San Diego firestorms combined.

Now these same folks, many led by Rush Limbaugh are saying that the oil spill, which is the fault of a private corporation IS suddenly the responsibility of the Federal Government. How hypocritical can they get? And to think in 2008 how many right wing media members lied that Katrina didn’t cause any oil spills and therefore we should be expanding oil drilling in the Gulf.

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]]> Comment on Political Ramblings: The Epicenter of the Pot Universe by Mason Tvert http://www.cpt12.org/blog/index.php/2010/04/08/political-ramblings-the-epicenter-of-the-pot-universe/comment-page-1/#comment-77 Mason Tvert Mon, 12 Apr 2010 05:51:09 +0000 http://www.kbdi.org/blog/?p=367#comment-77 To be clear, my comment was that Colorado is the epicenter of marijuana REFORM. And, yes, this is a good thing, as it demonstrates the state's population is more sensible and realistic than most. To be clear, my comment was that Colorado is the epicenter of marijuana REFORM. And, yes, this is a good thing, as it demonstrates the state’s population is more sensible and realistic than most.

]]> Comment on Political Ramblings: Separation of Church and State by Eric Bishop http://www.cpt12.org/blog/index.php/2010/04/05/political-ramblings-separation-of-church-and-state/comment-page-1/#comment-76 Eric Bishop Fri, 09 Apr 2010 17:03:02 +0000 http://www.kbdi.org/blog/?p=363#comment-76 Dom, you have not mentioned the fact that there are some among us, following a sinister doctrine, which seeks the replacement of God with science. They are those who scream the loudest for the "seperation of church and state", an idea mentioned ONE time in a letter by Jefferson, and not at all the intent of those who wrote our constitution. The 1st amendment states: "Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free excersize thereof;" The wording indicates the freedom of the people regarding personal choice OF religion, not FROM religion. Those who would replace the Creator for the creation are simply substituting dieties by perverting the law and establishing a new religion. Religion is of course, the regular practice of cerimony and belief, circumspect of doctrine and dogma. Dom, you have not mentioned the fact that there are some among us, following a sinister doctrine, which seeks the replacement of God with science. They are those who scream the loudest for the “seperation of church and state”, an idea mentioned ONE time in a letter by Jefferson, and not at all the intent of those who wrote our constitution. The 1st amendment states: “Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free excersize thereof;” The wording indicates the freedom of the people regarding personal choice OF religion, not FROM religion. Those who would replace the Creator for the creation are simply substituting dieties by perverting the law and establishing a new religion. Religion is of course, the regular practice of cerimony and belief, circumspect of doctrine and dogma.

]]> Comment on Political Ramblings: When Do You Have Too Much Seniority? by Shane Shepard http://www.cpt12.org/blog/index.php/2010/02/10/political-ramblings-when-do-you-have-too-much-seniority/comment-page-1/#comment-73 Shane Shepard Wed, 10 Feb 2010 22:29:29 +0000 http://www.kbdi.org/blog/?p=333#comment-73 My name is Shane Shepard and I am running as an Independent where Ralph Hall in currently the Congressman. In complete honesty, I met Congressman Hall last week in Greenville, Texas. He is a very sharp man with a warm personality. In the case of any campaign, age should not be an issue so long as the mind is there and good decisions are being made. Ben Franklin was still involved with shaping the nation in his eighties. The article above discussed term limits – and from what I understand from Mr. Hall, he plans to present a term limit bill very soon. In some cases, this is a State issue. For instance, the State of Texas does not have term limits on State Congressmen. The job is a part-time job – they meet for six months and go home to live within the laws they created for 18 months. (They are still available to constituents during this 18 month period between sessions – but laws are voted on and debated officially for only 6 months every two years). State Congressmen receive less than $8,000 per year compared to the federal rate of $175,000 per year. I do believe in term limits and would like to see some fundamental changes in the federal government – but that is for a different Blog and discussion. It is one measure that we can take to pry the hands of lobbyists from our Washington officials – and with a shelf life, maybe there is hope for congressional decisions. Maybe term limits of eight consecutive years and then a break for four years. My name is Shane Shepard and I am running as an Independent where Ralph Hall in currently the Congressman. In complete honesty, I met Congressman Hall last week in Greenville, Texas. He is a very sharp man with a warm personality. In the case of any campaign, age should not be an issue so long as the mind is there and good decisions are being made. Ben Franklin was still involved with shaping the nation in his eighties.

The article above discussed term limits – and from what I understand from Mr. Hall, he plans to present a term limit bill very soon. In some cases, this is a State issue. For instance, the State of Texas does not have term limits on State Congressmen. The job is a part-time job – they meet for six months and go home to live within the laws they created for 18 months. (They are still available to constituents during this 18 month period between sessions – but laws are voted on and debated officially for only 6 months every two years). State Congressmen receive less than $8,000 per year compared to the federal rate of $175,000 per year.

I do believe in term limits and would like to see some fundamental changes in the federal government – but that is for a different Blog and discussion. It is one measure that we can take to pry the hands of lobbyists from our Washington officials – and with a shelf life, maybe there is hope for congressional decisions. Maybe term limits of eight consecutive years and then a break for four years.

]]> Comment on Political Ramblings: Bank Tax: Only in America by Eric Bishop, (yeah that guy) http://www.cpt12.org/blog/index.php/2010/01/15/political-ramblings-bank-tax-only-in-america/comment-page-1/#comment-66 Eric Bishop, (yeah that guy) Mon, 18 Jan 2010 02:43:15 +0000 http://www.kbdi.org/blog/?p=313#comment-66 Dom, you examine this program as though it were an honest and sincere attmept to fix a problem. If you have been watching Frontline, you would know that this whole mess could have been avoided if congress had listened to Brooksley Born, instead of Alan Greenspan. Of course, when somebody wants to throw the brakes to an industry that is financing quite a lot of DC's indulgences, they are often shut down rather quickly. Especially when firms like Goldman Sachs are making lots of green trading in derivatives. So what are we left with? A congressionally approved, treasury directed slush fund that would have made Richard Nixon blush! The bloviating from Obama is just smoke and mirrors designed to encourage the masses to hate bankers, which will allow even more socalist reform. On a personal note, I am glad to see that you have put your talents to good use! (Don't think I have forgotten those two percentage points! Dom, you examine this program as though it were an honest and sincere attmept to fix a problem. If you have been watching Frontline, you would know that this whole mess could have been avoided if congress had listened to Brooksley Born, instead of Alan Greenspan. Of course, when somebody wants to throw the brakes to an industry that is financing quite a lot of DC’s indulgences, they are often shut down rather quickly. Especially when firms like Goldman Sachs are making lots of green trading in derivatives. So what are we left with? A congressionally approved, treasury directed slush fund that would have made Richard Nixon blush! The bloviating from Obama is just smoke and mirrors designed to encourage the masses to hate bankers, which will allow even more socalist reform. On a personal note, I am glad to see that you have put your talents to good use! (Don’t think I have forgotten those two percentage points!

]]> Comment on Political Ramblings: Fastracks: Can’t We All Get Along? by Georgette Annabel Hahn http://www.cpt12.org/blog/index.php/2009/10/16/political-ramblings-fastracks-cant-we-all-get-along/comment-page-1/#comment-23 Georgette Annabel Hahn Sat, 17 Oct 2009 13:59:47 +0000 http://www.kbdi.org/blog/?p=226#comment-23 Hello- The sun is out ! Hello- The sun is out !

]]> Comment on Political Ramblings: To Debate or Not to Debate by SQuart http://www.cpt12.org/blog/index.php/2009/10/14/political-ramblings-to-debate-or-not-to-debate/comment-page-1/#comment-22 SQuart Wed, 14 Oct 2009 14:06:46 +0000 http://www.kbdi.org/blog/?p=224#comment-22 The point being that McInnis cannot keep his temper in check during a debate which is why he is avoiding it at all costs. Proof is in the pudding if you listen to some of his radio spots and those weren't in a "debate" platform. When challenged on a point of view, he gets angry. Mentioned above is "debating is major element of any public office". Agreed. Which is why McInnis is a scary and dangerous candidate. He won't listen to an opposing point of view....he will dictate how it is going to be. The point being that McInnis cannot keep his temper in check during a debate which is why he is avoiding it at all costs. Proof is in the pudding if you listen to some of his radio spots and those weren’t in a “debate” platform. When challenged on a point of view, he gets angry. Mentioned above is “debating is major element of any public office”. Agreed. Which is why McInnis is a scary and dangerous candidate. He won’t listen to an opposing point of view….he will dictate how it is going to be.

]]> Comment on Political Ramblings: Romanoff’s White House Job Offer by Annabel Hahn http://www.cpt12.org/blog/index.php/2009/09/28/political-ramblings-romanoffs-white-house-job-offer/comment-page-1/#comment-21 Annabel Hahn Wed, 30 Sep 2009 19:28:56 +0000 http://www.kbdi.org/blog/?p=160#comment-21 You can always count on your friends (NOT) ... You can always count on your friends in the political race to remember the tenets that you campaigned on. If you did not come through the first time you are not given a second chance. Friends in the political arena are the most fair weather of them all. The memory is more like, (What did you do for me yesterday, the day before, the day before that, and what a you promising to do in the next 24 hours, please smile as this is being posted on WorldPress as soon as it comes out of your mouth. ) Annabeltx1@gmail.com You can always count on your friends (NOT) … You can always count on your friends in the political race to remember the tenets that you campaigned on. If you did not come through the first time you are not given a second chance. Friends in the political arena are the most fair weather of them all.

The memory is more like, (What did you do for me yesterday, the day before, the day before that, and what a you promising to do in the next 24 hours, please smile as this is being posted on WorldPress as soon as it comes out of your mouth. ) Annabeltx1@gmail.com

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