I hope you enjoy all 17 of these mini-essays/comments.
ONE:
"Any law that violates sharia is null and void legally," [Jalil] said. Wow, such “dictates” usually come from dictators. What next?
Steven Searle for US President in 2012
“I’m still not convinced this Libyan uprising was purely Libyan or all that spontaneous. The stench of CIA long-range planning is all over this. How thorough was their planning remains to be seen.”
TWO:
Maybe the Elite is hoping for the Mother of all "Flu" Seasons to take out 100M Americans. Kind of hard to rebel when we're hacking our guts out as we burn piles of dead bodies in the street.
Steven Searle for US President in 2012
"Scratch the word 'hoping' above, and replace with 'planning.'"
"Scratch the word 'hoping' above, and replace with 'planning.'"
THREE:
In response to article about an unknown gambler who had taken 999-1 odds against the Cards winning the World Series:
I understand Governor Perry is feverishly seeking this man out, for obviously he’s privy to divinely provided information which Texas could use. Think about it. The Cards were virtually dead at many points in the season, not to mention during the playoffs. And yet, they were raised from the dead. The Cards were further blessed by heaven by receiving a bounty of rain (boy, wouldn’t drought-stricken Texas love to have some of that!), which gave a certain Cards pitcher sufficient rest to do in the Rangers in Game 7. That pitcher, ironically enough, is named Chris (as in Christ?) Carpenter (and that’s what Jesus was, right? A carpenter!).
The camera panned a bloc of Texas fans praying as Game 6 was unfolding. I don’t know about that. There are a lot of things worth praying for: World peace, universal prosperity, brotherhood. But the outcome of a baseball game? Maybe God didn’t like that.
Steven Searle for US President in 2012
“If we’re able to get our faith priorities in order, everything else falls into place. Even granting us a feeling of inner peace should our team lose the big one.”
FOUR:
[From the article: “Saudi royal offers reward for capture of Israeli soldier”: A member of Saudi Arabia's royal family increased to $1 million a reward offered by a Saudi cleric to anyone who captures an Israeli soldier to swap him for Palestinian prisoners.]
My response:
Unless the Saudi government thoroughly repudiates this act of war and punishes its perpetrators, Israel would have every right to (shall we say?) seek them out. It isn't often that I've sided with Israel in my posts, by this is a justifiable exception.
Steven Searle for US President in 2012
Steven Searle for US President in 2012
"This just goes to prove: People who have too much money to throw around are frequently disconnected from reality. Say...wouldn't that also apply to our Congress?"
FIVE:
[SUBJ: Bill Maher’s issues about Gadhafi getting a stick rammed up his ass by his captors.]
Bill Maher must be one of those people who are famous just for being famous. But not for what comes out of his mouth. [He’s glib, but that’s about it.] He claims: “I mean, when the first thing you do is stick something up the guy’s ass, I feel like it says something about…the men in that culture.” This wasn’t literally “the first thing” they did, for the “first thing” as well as the second, third, fourth, etc was to suffer for years under Gadhafi metaphorically taking it up the ass from his regime. Or worse…many died.
Bill, however, wants to make that leap, from what one man or a small group of men did, perhaps out of blind rage, as an indictment of every man in that culture. Islamic law also has strict teachings about the proper handling of prisoners, from which Gadhafi didn’t benefit nor does Bill mention. Maher seems to be focused on the sexual angle (and what does that say about Bill?). As for Muslims segregating women, our own record isn’t too bright and shiny in that regard.
For the record, one of the reasons I embraced Buddhism 20 years ago was in reaction to all of the Abrahamist faiths. They are or were very violent and patriarchal, which traces back directly to Abraham having been a mentally disturbed individual. A rich one, to be sure. But disturbed just the same. And this man is venerated as our (Western) religious patriarch? Not by me; no thanks.
Steven Searle for US President in 2012
“I don’t think much of the traditional Buddhist treatment of women either, which is why I’m a member of a sect that has only one member – me – and I’m not recruiting.”
SIX:
“It's pretty hard to be able to sit and lay out your ideas and your concepts with a one-minute response,"…[Rick Perry].
These “debates” are nothing more than the political equivalent of speed-dating. And we all know how well that works.
Steven Searle for US President in 2012
“And the winner of the 2011 speed-dating events is…Willard Romney!”
“And the winner of the 2011 speed-dating events is…Willard Romney!”
SEVEN:
If elected to replace Obama in 2012, I will not sign any military spending bill into law unless it’s for half of our current appropriation. And even then, we’ll have more protection than we’ll need.
Steven Searle for US President in 2012
“Put that in contrast to Obama’s stealth plan to re-colonize Africa.”
“Put that in contrast to Obama’s stealth plan to re-colonize Africa.”
EIGHT:
Ms D responded to my post, immediately above, by asking: “How can you possibly make that promise, unless of course, you have the gift of seeing into the future? How can you possibly know what will be going on in the military arena and how much protection we'll need? Oh, please do tell me Mr. Searle, will I meet the man of my dreams in 2012?”
My response to Ms D:
Ms D,
All I said was, I would not sign such a bill into law. However, Congress would be free to override my veto by two-thirds votes of both houses. If Congress would try an override even though I thought it to be unnecessary, I would use the bully pulpit to rack Congress over the coals before the public to try to get them to back down. If the occasion should arise that we’d really need more money than the half I’m proposing, I would still veto that appropriation but I would not raise a fuss over the prospect of an override.
There’s no way our current threat-level justifies our obscene military outlay. There’s also no reason why the US should continue to bear the brunt of that expense. What we need are allies who are so in more than name only. Another consideration: The money we’d save by slashing needless military spending would grow our economy – and not just for us but for our trading partners as well. When more people prosper, there’s less chance of hostilities breaking out.
As for the man of your dreams, I deal only in political solutions – not personal affairs. Good luck on that, by the way.
Steven Searle for US President in 2012
“What I propose isn’t hazardous to our national health. Google these words for more: Steven Searle 2012 US President.”
NINE:
[source: Barton Biggs [says] “Austerity is a Big Mistake”] [Barton Biggs, founder and managing partner of New York-based hedge fund Traxis Partners.]
“Biggs supports a stimulate and stabilize approach first, followed by austerity once things have leveled off.” Biggs wants us to “stimulate,” which means getting deeper into debt to do so. What could “stabilize” mean? Probably: “Make sure every fat cat has been fed his proper share.” What does “austerity” mean? Probably: The opposite of trickle down prosperity is trickle up austerity.
Steven Searle for US President in 2012
“People like Barton Biggs aren’t exactly disinterested parties in our attempts to control our national destiny.”
TEN:
“Perhaps the biggest strike against Romney is the health insurance program he spearheaded in Massachusetts…”
Not even close. The biggest strike against Willard Romney is, he’s a Mormon and that won’t go away.
There was once a movie called “Willard,” released in 1971. The poster advertises, “Where your nightmares end…WILLARD begins.” Of course, any good PR team could spin that to mean, “When Willard Romney begins his term as POTUS, that will end the nightmare known as Obamanation.” Nice try but (um) that’s not what the poster meant, which is obvious just by looking at it. Still, I’d love to see Romney’s campaign adopt as its official slogan, “Where your nightmares end…”
The Wikipedia article on “Willard” (the movie) includes this line: “Willard is a meek social misfit with a strange affinity for rats.” That might explain Willard Romney’s strange affinity for the GOP, many of whom call him a RINO and don’t consider him really their kind of critter at all. Crispin Glover, who starred in the 2003 remake of “Willard,” would be perfectly cast as Willard Mitt Romney in any kind of comedic spoof. The resemblance is striking.
Steven Searle for US President in 2012
“Truth in packaging disclosure: I don’t have any rats in my closet, at least not any due to being a member of a secretive cult.”
ELEVEN:
“…but when asked if he’s thinking about a 2016 presidential run…”
Sure, Rahm [Emanuel] can say he’s not “thinking” about it, at least not at the moment GS asked that question. But…that doesn’t mean he wouldn’t respond to a draft movement. Which would be ironic, considering Rahm’s a promiment supporter of the draft (oops, I meant to say “Compulsory National Service”). Which he says isn’t a draft, but I don’t think he’s fooling anyone with that.
Steven Searle for US President in 2012
“Of course, there’s another possibility related to insider information: Maybe Rahm will have relocated outside the US well in advance due to a totally unexpected ‘flu’ epidemic killing 100M Americans well before 2016.”
TWELVE:
For those of you who praise Ron Paul:
Ron Paul is very much a believer in the Two Party system. While he’s busy running for president, he’s not so busy leading the way for independents (non-Dems/Pubbers) to take Congress. But that’s no mistake. Ron Paul thinks he can get the Two Party system to work for him. My words to Ron: “The Constitution doesn’t establish a political party system nor does it envision the lifer politician. Hint, Hint.”
Steven Searle for US President in 2012
“It was the opportunist in Ron Paul that caused him to ditch the Libertarian Party. Too bad. Had he stayed, he could have made a real difference.”
THIRTEEN:
“(The range is so wide because of the imprecise nature of Romney’s very limited disclosures.)”
Maybe what Willard Romney is most afraid of is a “too close” look which might reveal how much tithing support he received from lay Mormons. Tithing? How else do you think Brigham Young supported his 55 wives? Funny, isn’t it, how “support” for top leadership from peons at the bottom is a world-wide phenomenon, no matter what the cause? Even the Communists have this problem. So why shouldn’t Willard Romney, descendant of a Mormon apostle, have shared in the booty?
Steven Searle for US President in 2012
“There are a lot of people at the top who are absolutely terrified of transparency. So let’s bring it on, shall we?”
FOURTEEN:
“Fifty-nine points! My goodness, God only had 10!”
If Steve Forbes thinks God only had 10 points (obviously referring to the 10 commandments), that would explain Steve’s rather simplistic sales approach. Something like this: “Just get the rubes to think tax reform is a simple affair, then we’ll rape the hell out of them if our team gets elected.” God has waaayy more than 10 “points,” though I’m fascinated as to how “points” and “commandments” are equated here.
I do agree that Perry will be the nominee because the Pubbers will get weak in the knees at the prospect of nominating Willard the Mormon. They absolutely will balk at that. And rightly so: No way he could get elected.
Steven Searle for US President in 2012
“The Elite need people like Perry to control once he’s in office. He’s really not the sharpest knife in the drawer.”
FIFTEEN:
I wonder how Romney would react during a debate if a moderator (or one of his fellow candidates) called him “Willard.” That is his first name, you know – Willard Mitt Romney. Just as many of his detractors delighted in calling our President Barack Hussein Obama, I’m sure others will delight in calling WMR “Willard.” Turnabout's fair play. BTW “Willard” means “strong desire” – such as, having a strong desire not to be called “Willard.”
Steven Searle for US President in 2012
“Back to my original thought: I wonder how Willard would respond to being called Willard. Will a Mitt by any other name be just as sweet?”
SIXTEEN:
"Most importantly, we have the opportunity to strengthen our presence in the Pacific — and we will," [Panetta] said.
Oh that’s just for public consumption. The real thrust will be in Africa, where we are currently working to re-colonize. That will be our bulwark against Chinese expansion. As for Asia: If elected as the next US president, I would have this to say to the non-Chinese Asian powerhouses (India, Australia, South Korea, and Japan): “We will no longer furnish protection or support. I strongly recommend you band together for mutual defense (‘all for one and one for all’) if you hope to deal with China. Frankly? China isn’t our problem and neither is your defense.”
I’m not being cold-hearted here – just practical. There’s no way we can (or should) continue being the world’s policeman. We just can’t afford it. If there are other blocs or countries (the EU? Iran? OPEC?) that want to help provide security in the Far and South East, more power to them. It doesn’t have to be us, there’s no reason it should be us, and if I get elected, I assure you, it won’t be us.
Steven Searle for US President in 2012
“And if there are any boneheads out there who think we should strike at China before it’s ‘too late,’ then prepare yourselves (if that comes to pass) for an extremely toxic ‘flu’ season. What? You didn’t think those guys were just going to lie there and take it, did you?”
SEVENTEEN:
The reason the GOP will give the nod to Romney is the same reason they nodded McCain: It’s his turn because he’s paid his dues. Sure, the Dems have a bit of that sentiment but with the Pubbers, it’s a form of worship.
But no matter how they slice and dice this, Romney is still a Mormon and that will still keep him out of the White House.
As for that “prominent evangelical supporter’s slur,” Mormonism IS a cult. Look it up: “The word cult in current popular usage usually refers to a group whose beliefs or practices are considered abnormal or bizarre” – Wikipedia. Of course the majority will always think of minorities as “abnormal” (not normal) or “bizarre.” That’s one of the risks of being a minority – especially a secretive, exclusive one.
Come on! Polygamy isn’t abnormal? Yeah, I know, they don’t do it any more – or at least they keep it hidden. A guy inventing a religion by finding buried golden plates with inscriptions only he could read? One way or the other, the Dems won’t let Romney slide on this. For sure, Obama’s campaign won’t be directly involved in any attempt to educate Americans on the full implications of Mormonism. In fact Obama will denounce such efforts. But they have allies who will.
Steven Searle for US President in 2012
“The saddest part? Romney won’t make any effort to defend his faith – he’ll merely say it’s irrelevant to the campaign.”
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Steven Searle for US President in 2012
Founder of The Independent Contractors’ Party
“Memo to We-the-People: You’re not as powerless as you’ve been led to believe – and you don’t have to go out and ‘Occupy’ anything at all to make your point” – Steve.
Contact me at bpa_cinc@yahoo.com
