Bad Breath, Bush & the Election

Published on October 23, 2004 By hitparade In Politics

Kerry speech excerpt.

Bad breath is a problem progressively worsening in this Country. Under this President’s watch, it is at an all time high.
(audience boos)
I warned this President about this problem, but this President has refused to follow my dental plan. Elect me and I will cure the bad breath that this President has fostered for four years upon the American people.
(cheers)
Shamefully, this President has caused your children to have bad breath.
(boos)
It’s worse. Hailburton is conspiring to take over the dental industry.
(big smile)

They will rot your children’s teeth.
(more boos)
I cannot over emphaize that on the issue of America’s chronic bad breath I have consistently said what the polls indicate is in my political best interest.
(cheers erupt)
This, this, Ladies & Gentlemen, is so that I look good at that particular moment.
(big smile)
I will cure bad breath for all those making less than $200,000.
(more cheers)
Bad breath is a plaque more threatening than Saddam. This president is out of mouthwash. Free dental floss for all earning less than $200,00.
(cheers again)

What is kerry motivated by? The pomp & circumstance of becoming the next President of the United States. I believe Pres. Bush, on the other hand, is driven by a profound moral & religious belief in God’s wisdom & grace; by a deep & abiding love for family; and by a passionate patriotism that is uniquely American. A patriotism predicated on a profound respect for the inalienable dignity & liberty of individuals. Indeed, a radical concept in much of the world still today. Ask the women of Islam! Like the song says, I'm proud to be an American, where at least I know I'm free.

Here's some insight the news won't report. Exit poll feedback across much of Florida is that Bush is considerably ahead of kerry. I haven't observed anyone enthusiastically working the ground on behalf of kerry. Some sporadic activity, designed for the news coverage, is all they seem capable of mustering up.

Comments

Don Bemont

on Oct 23, 2004

driven by a profound moral & religious belief in God’s wisdom & grace

And what makes you think this?

George Bush's claims to deep religious conviction rest upon three things: 1) his kicking of an alcohol problem,

his flattering of the religious by speaking their langauge fluently -- a skill he picked up during his father's re-election campaign, and c) his very public support for measures supported by the religious right which conveniently for George Bush have almost no chance to come to pass -- they are symbols, not, in reality, not true works.

George Bush is cleverly hoodwinking religious people that he is one of them, in order to forward his right wing economic policy. The mainstream press, being anti-religion, plays into this by painting Bush as blinded by religion, when the truth is quite the opposite.

It would be very difficult to read the Gospels, listen to the words of Jesus Christ, and then interpret George Bush as working on His behalf. When I hear all these well meaning religious people so taken in by this man, I am haunted by Mark 13:22: "For false Christs and false prophets shall rise, and shall shewe signes and wonders, to seduce, if it were possible, even the elect."

How could a man with Bush's economic policies truly be working in Jesus Christ's name? Look at Mark 10:17-25:
And when he was gone forth into the way, there came one running, and kneeled to him, and asked him, Good Master, what shall I do that I may inherit eternal life?
And Jesus said unto him, Why callest thou me good? there is none good but one, that is, God.
Thou knowest the commandments, Do not commit adultery, Do not kill, Do not steal, Do not bear false witness, Defraud not, Honour thy father and mother.
And he answered and said unto him, Master, all these have I observed from my youth.
Then Jesus beholding him loved him, and said unto him, One thing thou lackest: go thy way, sell whatsoever thou hast, and give to the poor, and thou shalt have treasure in heaven: and come, take up the cross, and follow me.
And he was sad at that saying, and went away grieved: for he had great possessions.
And Jesus looked round about, and saith unto his disciples, How hardly shall they that have riches enter into the kingdom of God!
And the disciples were astonished at his words. But Jesus answereth again, and saith unto them, Children, how hard is it for them that trust in riches to enter into the kingdom of God!
It is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle, than for a rich man to enter into the kingdom of God.

If you are supporting George Bush for religious reasons, I urge you to sit down and re-read the Gospels with George Bush in mind. Listen to the words of Jesus Christ with George Bush in mind. Ignore all the imagery on TV, all the smoke, and just listen to what Jesus actually said. I think you would find that Christian belief is not a good reason to support the President.

hitparade

on Oct 24, 2004

In view of your thoughtful comments, is anyone of us mere mortals sufficiently Christian to be President?

Politically Active

on Oct 24, 2004

Alright, I have a few things to say about the article.

First, your first sentence is gramatically incorrect. The question: "What is kerry motivated by?" ends a clause with a preposition, which is not allowed in English.

Secondly, I am a very religious individual. This does not mean, however, that I would force my religious views onto someone else. Bush does that and that makes me very angry.

Third, I believe that Kerry's focus on those Americans making less than $200,000 a year is very relevant and important. In the US, the top 1% owns 75% of the property. They won't use all of their $200,000 anyways, so why not save people's lives by giving it to the people who really need it? I'll tell you why, THERE IS NO REASON!

Fourth, understand that Kerry is a religious individual on a mission. Just because it is not the same as yours (ie to convert everyone to your version of Christianity) doesn't mean that he doesn't have one. He explained that it is very important to him to kill and capture the terrorists, and that he would press this matter strongly as president of the US. However, he also said that he would seek help from our allies in doing this. I don't know why so many Americans don't like the idea of recieving help. Maybe they feel that recieving help means we are no longer strong. We need help. At least Kerry is man enough to admit it rather than trying to fight a war that we cannot win alone.

hitparade

on Oct 24, 2004

"by which"; thank you, politically active, who is grammartically correct. What is a colloquialism? Please tell! By the way, I don't believe in God. Not after 911!

Don Bemont

on Oct 24, 2004

In view of your thoughtful comments, is anyone of us mere mortals sufficiently Christian to be President?

I assume you are just being sarcastic, but just in case you really want an answer...

I have not disqualified George Bush on the basis of his Christianity. My only point was to disagree with your statement:

I believe Pres. Bush, on the other hand, is driven by a profound moral & religious belief in God’s wisdom & grace

George Bush is pulling in large numbers of votes by putting up an image of devoutness, and I have a very strong suspicion that this is only an image, a lot of hypocritical talk, rather than the real thing.

There is a big difference between saying "Don't vote for him based on his Christian image" and "Don't vote for him because he isn't Christian enough." If I was unclear earlier, I am sorry, but I mean the first, not the second.

hitparade

on Oct 24, 2004

I'm not being sarcastic. You obviously have strong beliefs, and I've learned that it pays to listen to such people.

Texas Wahine

on Oct 24, 2004

First, your first sentence is gramatically incorrect. The question: "What is kerry motivated by?" ends a clause with a preposition, which is not allowed in English.

Hmmm . . . What are you getting so angry for?

*Now are the grammar police who DO NOT ALLOW a clause to end with a preposition going to come arrest me?

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